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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us as we look for those pesky little critters. They are so cute and cuddly. Help us look for Ooey Gooey. How many beetles can we find? Let's find Beetle Bailey!!! How many bugs can you identify?
Reserve your space now... $5.00 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Bat Week
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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Join the park's Naturalist to celebrate Bat Week with a presentation that will dispel myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal- just in time for Halloween! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Try our haunted walking trail, if you dare!
Every Friday & Saturday in October & Halloween Night
Dark until 10:30PM $10. 229-276-1004.
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Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation will have a Halloween Season Scavenger Hunt all month-long during October. Visitors may participate daily, Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00AM – 4:00PM. Guests will be given a Scavenger Hunt map with instructions. Locations and clues on the map all relate to Halloween and harvest season activities. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Join Jack Hill State Park on Halloween for our Make A Monster craft program! Make your own personalized monster on colorful cardboard paper and make them as scary and hairy as you want! We will have all sorts of markers, crayons, googly eyes, and other craft supplies. We hope to see you there! $3 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Georgia high school students 9th-12th grades are welcome to visit Magnolia Springs for inspiration and to work on your art pieces any day through October 31st. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Meet our turtles and enjoy a sweet treat. No costume? No problem - Make your own turtle shell to wear home! Meet behind the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Campers are invited to adorn their campsites with family-friendly, earth-friendly decor. Judging begins at 5 pm and ends by 7 pm. Winners will receive a prize. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come Trick or Treat our visitor center! We'll have 5 different riddles for quests to solve, for each one solved you can take an extra piece of candy! Don't forget to add to our tally chart of who trick or treated the visitor center on the way out! 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come out and decorate your vehicle for Halloween and hand out candy to Boys and Gohuls as they walk from car to car. There will be hayrides and other activities as well! Prizes will be awarded to best costumes, best pet costume, and best vehicle decoration. free plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come join us at Amicalola Falls State Park for our first Annual Fall Festival! Bring your friends and family to enjoy live animal shows, hayrides, pumpkin painting, s'mores, games, crafts, and so much more! Find us at the Top of the Falls Parking area! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come to our Visitor Center and check out some knots, discover their uses, and learn how to tie them. Stop by anytime between 1-2:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Gather on Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to hear the Legend of the Corn Husk Doll and create your own unique doll. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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The whole family will enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park! Hayrides will begin and end in the campground.
The cost for admission is $3 per person, ages 3 and under are free. Pay in advance at the visitor center or have correct change at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come join our rangers for a fun-filled evening of songs, S'mores, and more! Meet us in the campground at the picnic shelter beside Comfort Station 3. Come enjoy a wonderful evening of delightful fun and s'mores. Some chairs are provided but feel free to bring your own. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring bug spray. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the entirety of the Big Ferry trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This program is suitable for all ages. Students will be learning about game species and how humans have interacted with their environment. From the fish of Sweetwater Creek to deer and turkey. During this time students will be allowed to cast their own animal tracts to take home with them. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Join us at our nature center for an informative program all about the snakes that are native to Georgia and in your very own backyard, and meet our beloved snakes that reside here at Tugaloo. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us on a pet-friendly ranger-led hike. On the hike we will explore the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps and Alexander H. Stephens. We will meet at Lake Liberty, which is in front of our park office. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come try your hand at beginner's archery lessons and put
your newfound skills to the test. Ages 8 and up. Call the park office to pre-register as slots are limited. We will meet at picnic shelter #3 $10 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists. Programs are held in our Visitor Center's Arch Room. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Look for our Ranger who will be roving the campground from 1-2pm to answer any questions you might have about nature, our park, or the Junior Ranger Program. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join our Park Ranger for this easy to moderate hike to Greasy Creek Falls. The hike is approximately three quarters of a mile each way, or about 1.5 miles round trip; please wear good shoes to walk in and bring water. Bring $2 cash for the event fee, or pay in advance at the Visitor Center. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common (and some not as common) fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Assist our Interpretive ranger with caring for and learning about the reptiles and amphibians that call our nature center home. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger.
Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come celebrate Native American Heritage month. Times of guided tours will be posted the day of the event. Expect to be outside for at least an hour and a half. $2 -$6. 770-387-3747.
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Autumn is here! The leaves are changing colors, falling from the trees, and becoming a rich resource in the cold months. We will learn why fallen leaves are important for the environment and why you should leaf them be. $3 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Bear Talk
Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
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Come join our rangers for an informative talk about black bears. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 11am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join us at the Campground Activity Shelter from 2p-3p to learn all about Gopher Tortoises and how they help the environment!
Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a craft and hike to see a real tortoise burrow! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Call the park office to register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Let's see if we can find some of those elusive fall fungi. This time we'll see if anything is out on the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). Meet at the parking area of the Tranquility Trailhead. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Drop your bait exactly where you want with a cane fishing pole you made yourself! Meet at the Program area to make a pole and learn a little bit about the fish in the park. Quantity limited, register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Experience sugar cane syrup making the old-fashioned way as we cook cane juice in the original kettles and press sugar cane on the steam powered press. We will also have live bluegrass music, spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, and woodstove cooking and a Civil War encampment commemorating the arrival of General Sherman's federal troops. Admission is $3.50-$9 478-986-5172.
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Join us on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Interpretive Center and hit the trail to check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a informative talk about turtles. Meet Clover, Quincy, Augustine and Taylor! These turtles are sure to put a smile on your face. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We look forward to seeing you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us at Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to hear the Legend of the Corn Husk Doll and create your own unique doll. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. We will add fall targets for fun and friendly competition. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve their skills. Meet at the archery range.
Ages 7 to adult. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Calling all volunteers! Our rangers need your help on several work projects, from cleaning the historic buildings to landscaping and gardening. Any groups such as boy scouts or girl scouts need to call and register. Admission fees will be waved for any volunteers. Call 706.624.1321 for further information or to register your group. 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Let's come together for a peaceful hike along the Sweet Gum Trail to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. At some point during the hike, we'll stop to reflect on calming quotes that can help ease the mind and provide a break from life's pressures. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a sunset hike on the iconic Iron Hill Trail. You will experience beautiful lake views as the sun sets over the park. Please meet at the Iron Hill Parking Lot at 6 PM, and then we will hike a 1.5-mile section of Iron Hill. Pre-registration is required. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and down a 25 - 55 degree rocky incline. There will be fallen leaves adding an extra layer of difficulty.
Waiver must be signed. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Be on the lookout for our ranger roving the campground for any on the spot questions that you may have about nature and the park. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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star party
Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Come enjoy the stars and learn about the consolations.At the Mega Ramp. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Take a lovely hike along the river to see what colors are on display and learn some basic tree identification along the way! $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Enjoy a beautiful paddle on the river while the trees show off their fall colors.
Ranger led, no experience necessary. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Sunday, Nov 3, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Create your own Corn Husk Doll and learn about the different uses Native Americans had for corn.
$5 per participant $2-$6 Admission
$5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Create your own Corn Husk Doll and learn about the different uses Native Americans had for corn.
$5 per participant $2-$6 Admission
$5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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You know what they say, the early bird gets the worm! With that being said, if you want to see some early birds join our naturalist Sunday morning to learn a little about your local bird species and spot some for yourself! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Join us for an opportunity to paint prominent areas of the park! Cool Springs Overlook at 10am/3rd. Fire Tower at 10am/17th. Registration required. $5 per person. 12 people max. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Fall is historically the time for root and bark based medicinal herbs. Learn how people have traditionally used some of our native and naturalized plants to treat what ails. Hike the Historic Trail (ADA) and continue on to the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated) if you choose. Meet at the Park Office. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Enjoy a ranger-led kayak paddle on the lake at Laura S. Walker. We will see wildlife and enjoy being on the water. Bring a bottle of water and sunscreen. Pre-register at the Visitor Center the day before the event to secure your spot. Space is limited. We will meet by the kayaks for the paddle. See you there! $25.00 per person $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Experience the beauty of a crisp autumn morning as we embark on an enchanting hike along the Sweet Gum Trail, searching for delightful birds. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the fall season in the Park while learning about the diverse bird species that call this place home. $5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us and make some cool take-home nature arts and crafts. Supplies are provided. Call us or stop by the Visitor Center to pre-register. We will meet in the Event Room at the Visitor Center $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Don’t forget to set your clocks back by an hour. What better way to spend your extra time than on the trails at your favorite state park? Join us for a ranger-led 1-mile hike highlighting local flora and fauna. Wear hiking shoes and bring water. Meet up at the Big Ferry Trailhead. Don’t be late! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and down a 25 - 55 degree rocky incline. There will be fallen leaves adding an extra layer of difficulty.
Waiver must be signed. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Enjoy a story time lead by the wonderful librarians of the Hall County Library System. Story time we be followed with an educational game lead by a ranger. We will meet at Picnic Shelter #1.The theme of this month's story time is bears! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for a class on how to recognize animal tracks. Fun events for the whole family.
$5 per person $5 for parking $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center, outside if fair weather. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Take a walk with the park Naturalist from the interpretive center along the Overlook Trail to the Meadowlands and back. Moderate hike $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come join us on Iron Hill trail, as we explore the unique geology of Red Top Mountain. We discuss the park's geological history and the the different rocks and minerals found throughout the area. We will also go over why Red Top Mountain was a popular area for mining. Let's rock n' roll! $5.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. Join us as we clarify and demystify exactly how to use a compass and learn how to put it to practical use. This program is geared towards younger children. Simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Bring some of the 2 legged wildlife from your household to see what fall has to offer at Red Top! Great fun for little kids to get out and explore. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. First place will get a prize! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful (well, soon it will be!)... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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So you've seen every season of "Alone", but do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common (and some not as common) fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
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We love bats here at Cloudland Canyon State Park! This program will tell you why as we dispel the myths and misconceptions about this misunderstood mammal! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as we go on a birding adventure. This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Trading Post any time between 4:00-5:30PM. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join a Park Ranger for some evening fun; come for the story and a song, stay for s'mores! Meet behind the Mellinger Center next door to the Trading Post. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger.
Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Purchase a Grab and Go Activity Bag for kids in our visitor's center! Each bag contains an activity sheet as well as two crafts, all supplies needed are provided. The theme of this month's bag is squirrels! $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our rangers at the Huckleberry trail to experience a night hike that will engage all five of your senses! This program in an exploration of how the dark can impact our senses. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Autumn Encampment's Friday is just for students. The Fort will be filled with stations displaying colonial military life in early Georgia. We will have Scottish Highlanders, "enlistment" stations, navy sailors, black powder demos, and more! Perfect for grades 3-8 as well as homeschool groups interested in registering a one-hour time slot. $4.25-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Come experience one of the best sunsets in the state! 1 mile/moderate. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 6:30pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for Turkey Talk! Our naturalist will help visitors make a turkey craft, turkey themed snacks, and you will learn all about our feathered friends! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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The whole family will enjoy a tractor-drawn hayride through the park! Hayrides will begin and end in the campground.
The cost for admission is $3 per person, ages 3 and under are free. Pay in advance at the visitor center or have correct change at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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We need your help! Red Top is launching an ambitious initiative to plant trees around the park, and we want you to be a part of it. Join us at the Trading Post at 9 a.m. and embark toward the campground to make a real difference. Who knows, we might even catch a glimpse of the Lorax along the way! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come join our rangers for a fun-filled evening of songs, S'mores, and more! Meet us in the campground at the picnic shelter beside Comfort Station 3. Come enjoy a wonderful evening of delightful fun and s'mores. Some chairs are provided but feel free to bring your own. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring bug spray. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of the animals. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet our Corn Snake and Western Hognose, who will be serving the public as ambassador animals. This hands on learning opportunity explores the difference between a native and non native species, arboreal traits and fossorial traits, and everything else there is to know about our hognose and corn snake. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come meet our Corn Snake and Western Hognose, who will be serving the public as ambassador animals. This hands on learning opportunity explores the difference between a native and non native species, arboreal traits and fossorial traits, and everything else there is to know about our hognose and corn snake. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come meet our Corn Snake and Western Hognose, who will be serving the public as ambassador animals. This hands on learning opportunity explores the difference between a native and non native species, arboreal traits and fossorial traits, and everything else there is to know about our hognose and corn snake. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come meet our Corn Snake and Western Hognose, who will be serving the public as ambassador animals. This hands on learning opportunity explores the difference between a native and non native species, arboreal traits and fossorial traits, and everything else there is to know about our hognose and corn snake. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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The night time brings on a whole new atmosphere to a place. Many people who are unnerved by the night say, it’s not the dark itself, but what could be lurking in it. On this hike we hope to unveil the world of nocturnal nature, and shed some light on the shadowy side of the outdoors.
Bring a flashlight or headlamp, and your adventurous spirit! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Visit our Nature Hut to learn about animals that are common to this area and some that you might not have seen before. Many taxidermy animals are on display and you can also meet two of our live snakes!! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Learn what to do in a survival situation and what to bring with you to help along the way. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come try your hand at beginner's archery lessons and put
your newfound skills to the test. Ages 8 and up. Call the park office to pre-register as slots are limited. We will meet at picnic shelter #3 $10 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Join a park naturalist on an 1.5 mi round-trip hike to the waterfall on our Appalachian Approach trail. Along the way you will learn local human history and natural history, discover flora and fauna, and come face-to-face with thundering Amicalola Falls. Register in Advance. $12 plus $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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