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Meet at Lake Liberty for fishing 101 with the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) Equipment and supplies on site!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join us behind the Visitor Center to begin a morning of bird watching and ID through sound. Discover birds that are a high priority for conservation of their natural habitats. Please bring binoculars and wear comfortable walking shoes. We will be using the free Merlin Bird ID app, if you would like to add it to your phone before we begin. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour to Camp Lawton's 160 year old Civil War Earthen Fort. Along the way we will discover more about this prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners.
Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Archery Saturday, May 31, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome for a fun time of target practice. Meet at the archery range past cottage 9.
Ages 7 and up $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Did you know the red cockaded woodpecker is among the many species that are a high priority for conservation of their natural habitats? Join us at the campground picnic shelter to discover why and make a fun red cockaded woodpecker craft. Registration is required in advance at the Visitor Center or call (478)982-1600. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Limited tactical displays and demonstrations will feature artillery and infantry impressions used by Union and Confederate troops during the battle. There will also be guided tours and presentations held throughout the event. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Educational program about the benefits of creating wildlife habitat in your own back yard including an outside activity where participants will try their hand at building a home for birds, reptiles, amphibians and insects. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Twice annually, Georgia DNR sponsors a no-license-needed day to promote fishing opportunities around the state. Free! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 6-8. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150. 912-727-2339.
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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 6-10. Click event for more details. $200. 770-389-7801.
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What role do young people play in conserving local wildlife populations and natural habitats? Find out during this week of fun, educational activities! Junior Rangers will have the opportunity to learn about Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow* while hiking, birdwatching, interacting with ambassador animals, and more. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join a ranger on a 3-day adventure full of learning and exploring. Open to children ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come explore the wonders of Georgia’s fascinating wildlife while getting creative!
Featured Species: Gopher Tortoise, Red-cockaded Woodpecker, Spotted Turtle, & Eastern Indigo Snake
Learn interesting facts about these unique species.
Get inspired to create a work of art featuring the species that fascinates you the most! $5 parking. 229-868-7474.
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Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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 the Lodge Lobby until April 19th. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Meet us at the campground activity shelter to learn all about the Gulf Sturgeon! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt portrayer James Fowler will brief the nation about D-Day followed by leading our nation in a prayer that took place on June 6, 1944 via radio. Performances 11:00, 1:00, and 2:00. There will be a World War II military display as well as a traveling exhbit titled "World War ll; The War That Changed the World " $9.50-$15 706-655-5870.
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Join us at the beach area and build your best sandcastles for a chance to win a prize. All ages are welcome for this event. Dogs and other pets will not be allowed on the beach. Please bring your own sand castle supplies for the tournament. Some extra building supplies will be available for use. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Meet at shelter 5 for a guided, mid level hike following the creek. Wear appropriate clothing and bring a water. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Twice annually, Georgia DNR sponsors a no-license-needed day to promote fishing opportunities around the state. Free! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old.
Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia.
SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 6-10. Click event for more details. $200. 770-389-7801.
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What role do young people play in conserving local wildlife populations and natural habitats? Find out during this week of fun, educational activities! Junior Rangers will have the opportunity to learn about Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow* while hiking, birdwatching, interacting with ambassador animals, and more. Click on event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old.
Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia.
SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 10-12. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, habitat conservation, The New Deal History and more. Registration opens April 23. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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One day camp for kids ages 7 - 12. Learn about Dairy Farming in the 1900's, make crafts, play games, make Homemade Ice Cream and more. Camp is limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required. $40. 706-878-1077.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old.
Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia.
SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 10-12. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, habitat conservation, The New Deal History and more. Registration opens April 23. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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June 11th- 13th. Ages 8-11. 9:00- 3:00 daily. Drop your Jr Rangers off for 3 days of outdoor fun! Kids need to bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, and wear closed-toe shoes. Call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $115 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old.
Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia.
SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 10-12. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, habitat conservation, The New Deal History and more. Registration opens April 23. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Campers will be joining Rangers to learn archery basics, try their hand at fishing, and learn about the varied wildlife in the park. Ages 6-12 years old. This is a 2 day camp between 8:30am- 4pm. Registration in required. $45 registration fee. For registration or questions call 706-857-0826. $45 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come out and learn about the life and skills of a Civil War soldier. Show off what you've learned by completing our junior ranger book! For this day only you'll get to fast track your badge progress! All ages welcome! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Actress/Storyteller Carol Cain will portray seven different "Rosie the Riveter's" in one special performance. Rosie represents the American women who worked during World War II producing munitions, planes, tanks and war supplies. Times: 11:00am, 1:30am, and 2:30pm $9.50- $15 706-655-5870.
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Flag Day is a day to commermate the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. There will be a display of historical American flags, talks, and kids activites. Presentation 12:30, and 3:00 $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 9-12. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 6-10. Click event for more details. $200. 770-389-7801.
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The sky is the limit when you use your imagination! Arts and crafts are just the beginning for campers who will have the opportunity to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Come on down to the Visitor's Center June 16th and 8PM and join Trey on a night hike on the Lake Loop Trail! This trail is beautiful at night with great views of the lake and perfect for star gazing. If you are lucky, you can even catch some shooting stars! Trey will talk about local folklore and state wildlife action plan (SWAP). Please park at the visitors center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Registration opens April 23 $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Registration opens April 23 $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. Registration opens April 23 $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Get ready for a day of fun activities with our rangers, and earn your Hofwyl-Broadfield Junior Ranger badge!
-This camp is for ages 6-12.
-Call 912-264-7333, email allie.ellis@dnr.ga.gov, or click event link to register $10.50 912-264-7333.
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How did the African community live during enslavement in Georgia up to the Civil War, and how did life change in the decades after June 19, 1865 when slavery ended in the United States? Join us on this walking tour to learn about the people who lived in middle Georgia before the war and stayed after to seek a new beginning. Reservations required. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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 the Lodge Lobby until April 19th. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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This year marks 160 years since the end of the American Civil War. While men folk were off to the war, women, children, and the elderly were fighting their own back home. Join us as our interpretive staff along with other living historians tell the stories of life on the home front in the Wiregrass region of Georgia at the close of the war. Fee free $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join Smithgall Woods to discover the numerous species of snakes living all around us! get a chance to ask your reptile-related questions, see some snakes in person, learn how to identify the venomous species, and learn how to live safely around them. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills! Must be able to draw 20lbs bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and they will direct you where to go. Please call and register in advance space is limited $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us for a ranger-led hike to observe the habitats for the three threatened/endangered species of flowers found at Pickett's Mill Battlefield. Participants may also be able to help conduct bloom counts. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Campers will be joining Rangers to learn archery basics, try their hand at fishing, and learn about how search and rescues are conducted on the park. Ages 13-15 years old. This is a day camp between 8:30am- 4:30pm. Registration in required. $25 registration fee. For registration or questions call 706-857-0826. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 10-14. Click event for more details. $250. 770-389-7801.
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The sky is the limit when you use your imagination! Arts and crafts are just the beginning for campers who will have the opportunity to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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What was life like for a well-to-do girl in Nacoochee in the 1870s? In this one day camp, 6-10 year olds will play period games, play dress up with Victorian attire and have an English tea. $40. 706-878-1077.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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We'll learn the basics of the app together, then take a hike through the rock garden along the lakeshore out to the rocky point at the fishing hole, collecting species along the way. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join Rangers to see and taste foods being consumed by the Cherokee people and Moravian missionaries. We're pulling descriptions of meals strait out of the Moravian logs and cooking them up for your dining pleasure. $7. 706-695-2598.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Get ready for a day of fun activities with our rangers, and earn your Hofwyl-Broadfield Junior Ranger badge!
-This camp is for ages 6-12.
-Call 912-264-7333, email allie.ellis@dnr.ga.gov, or click event link to register $10.50 912-264-7333.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Saving endangered wildlife may sound like a daunting task, but what if conservation can take place in your own backyard? Join Etowah Rangers for a series of interpretive hikes focusing on some of Georgia's most at-risk species outlined in Georgia's State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), and learn about the State's plan for a more 'wild' future! $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Celebrate Fourth of July at Jarrell Plantation with live patriotic and bluegrass music, old time carnival games, relays, and races. See the farm come to life with farm skill demos and stay for a slice of watermelon and a reading of the Declaration of Independence. Note: event admission pricing varies. $1.50-$9 478-986-5172.
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Enjoy a festive golf cart parade through the campground! Best decorated golf cart wins a prize. All golf carts entering parade and contest need to line up at the Nature Hut by 11 AM. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us in our campground field to enjoy all sorts of fun games and activities to celebrate this 4th of July. There will be water involved, so be prepared to get splashed! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Events will begin with our 10:00 a.m. bicycle and golf cart parade around our RV campground. Old-time games will start in the field behind the office, at 11 a.m. include musical chairs, water relay, water balloon toss, and more. ( Family vs Family competition.) We may need to limit the number of participants. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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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 the Lodge Lobby until April 19th. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Music, food, games, and activities for the whole family. Local DJ poolside from 1-3 PM. Regular Pool admission. Liberty Bell Pool Hwy 354. Pool opens 11 AM. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Step back in time and commemorate Independence Day with the spirit of 1864! This traditional celebration is filled with captivating living history demonstrations, featuring musket firings and the awe-inspiring spectacles of artillery display as well as old-timey games and fresh watermelon! $6-$10. 912-727-2339.
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Celebrate Independence Day with a bang! Visitors will experience historic blackpowder weapon firing demonstrations each hour.
Enjoy playing some of the old fashioned toys and games; sack races, jump rope, bean bags, and more! $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us at the campground activity shelter to learn fun facts about Alligator Snapping Turtles! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Join us for Astronomy Night hosted by the Coca Cola Space and Science Center from Columbus. There will be a brief presentation followed by an opportunity to view space from telescopes. Please bring a blanket or chair. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Meet at the campground pavilion for our annual bike parade! Bikes and golf carts welcome. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us in the field behind the pool immediately following the bike parade for field day family games to celebrate the holiday weekend! Please call the office to sign up. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5156.
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Take a step back in time to explore life as a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Together we will learn about life during the Great Depression, the New Deal, and in a CCC Camp. Interactive activites include team building, games, conservation projects, and much more. For more information contact Alexis Belman $175 for one week. 706-655-5870.
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Enthusiastic explorers who like to stay physically active will enjoy guided nature hikes, challenging games, races, and more. This camp is designed for building confidence, making friends, and team-building exercises! Opportunities for exploration abound. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5156.
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MARCH 11 is cancelled; will resume the following week. Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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One day camp for kids ages 7 - 12. Learn about Dairy Farming in the 1900's, make crafts, play games, make Homemade Ice Cream and more. Camp is limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required. $40. 706-878-1077.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5156.
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July 9th- 11th. Ages 5-7. 9:00- 3:00 daily. Drop your Jr Rangers off for 3 days of outdoor fun! Kids need to bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, and wear closed-toe shoes. Call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $115 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5156.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $125.00 per Junior Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5156.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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