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Events starting 10/25/2024


Friday, October 25, 2024

All About Bats
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Join us for a bat watch and talk as the sun sets in the sky and the bats begin to fly. Meet at Picnic Shelter 5. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Reptile Reception: Come Meet the Snakes
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Curious about some of our sites favorite creepy crawlies? Come meet some of our favorite snakes and turtles. This is a hands on learning experience. Indoors, all ages. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Fall Foliage Frolic
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We're going to have an unbe-leaf-ably good time on this mile long tree ID hike to admire the fall foliage. Suitable for all ages. Its going to be tree-rific. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Halloween Night Hike
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This Night Hike is for ages 10+ (All minors must be accompanied by an adult) Wear a costume for our Halloween Night Hike! Be sure to wear practical shoes as we will be going on a 2 mile hike. Bring a flash light. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. 10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Hayride and Campfire Fall Fridays
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities! A hayride, s'mores, campfire stories, and good conversation. Campers and day visitors welcome! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Volunteers needed. Please call the office to sign up $1 - $6 $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Haunted Hayride
Friday, Oct 25, 2024 6:30 PM to 10 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for our 11th Annual Haunted Hayride! Take a wonderfully spooky ride thru the covered bridge, around the fully decorated campground with awesome animatronics, costumed characters, acted out scenes, and more! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, October 26, 2024

Halloween Hayride
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 7 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Come join the friends of AH Stephens State park and staff for the annual haunted hayride! We promise thrills and chills with costume contest, movie on the lawn, campsite decorations, and treats for all!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Iconic Trees of Amicalola Falls
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Bat Week
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to celebrate Bat Week, learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. This hour program will include a presentation on Georgia's bats followed by a bat-themed craft. At 6pm, join our Bat enthusiasts at the Lodge as they collect data using bat monitoring technology! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Owl-O-Ween
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join Blue Ridge Raptors to learn about one of the spookiest animals in North America! You will come face-to-face with the animals who hoot, trill, and scream in the night during a 45 minute owl program. After, grab your flashlight and take a 30 minute walk on the Lodge Loop trail to practice your owl calls (and maybe hear a response!). $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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"En Plein Air" Painting at the Lake
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 11 AM to 1 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come enjoy the fresh fall mountain air and create an acrylic painting of beautiful Black Rock Mountain Lake. Advance registration and payment is REQUIRED for this event; only ten spots are available. All materials are included with the program fee of $20, which must be paid by Monday, October 21. To ask questions or register, call 706.746.2141. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Family Nature Discovery Day
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come learn all about Spiders. See what webs that they build and why. Learn about how they hunt and capture their food. Bring the entire family. Wear appropriate clothing. Bring a camera for photos. Sign up today and reserve your spot. Limited to 30 participants. Spider webs not included. $5.00 per participant $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Trick or Treat at the Park
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come trick or treating at the Park. It's a family affair. Come and judge the best RV camper and the best campsite. See which family dresses up the most. Listen to nature and look for candy. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Campfire Laughter
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Create Everlasting Memories around the Campfire. Fun time for all. It's a FAMILY AFFAIR. Songs, sounds, stories and skits, oh yeh!!! and SMORES!!! Limited to the first 40 people. Be sure to reserve a place now. Bring your own sitting or laying arrangements (blankets $5.00 per participant $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Sitton's Cave Adventures
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9:30 AM to 1 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Trunk or Treat
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
A family friendly event for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. Enjoy this Halloween themed event and receive candy from local organizations like the Hall County Library System, Elachee Nature Center, Hello Hilo Hawaiian Restaurant, Don Carter Park Rangers and more! Please park at the beach, a hayride will take you to the candy! Costumes encouraged. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Halloween In The Park: Cookie Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Bring your homemade cookies to the pavilion by the Trading Post by 3 PM and Judging will take place at 4 PM. Prizes for adults and youth 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. $3.00 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Halloween In The Park: Campsite Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5 PM to 9 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Judging 5 PM Show us your G-rated, creative side at your campsite. Make us believe you love Halloween and Fall. No gore. Leave no trace décor. Winners awarded at the site by 9 PM. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Halloween In The Park: Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 6 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Meet next to Trading Post and show us your costumes. Adult, youth, group, and dog awards. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Campground Trick or Treating
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Trick or Treat around the campground! Start at Trading Post for scavenger hunt while you trick or treat to earn some extra goodies. Areas 1, 2, 3, & 5 are included in trick-or-treating. No cottages have treats. Campers who bring candy to give out can add it to the stations when they register (optional). $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Halloween Festival
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Enjoy haunted hayrides, games, food, and raffle hosted by Friends of Florence Marina. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Halloween Pet Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6 PM to 6:15 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join our annual pet costume contest! Prizes will be given to 1st and 2nd place, register your pet at the visitor center. Judging will be held at the camp host station. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:15 PM to 6:30 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Bring your best pumpkin to our pumpkin decorating contest! Painted and carved pumpkins will be allowed this year! Judging will be at the comfort station in the campground, trick or treaters will judge pumpkin as they pass through. 1st and 2nd place winners will be awarded prizes. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Campsite Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:45 PM to 7 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Campers, join our campsite decorating contest! Bring your best halloween decorations, prizes given to 1st and 2nd place. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Tricks, Treats, and Tricorns
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Join us for our annual Halloween tradition of trick-or-treating inside the Fort's walls. This family-friendly event offers you a chance to participate in fun Halloween activities! This year, our theme is REPTILES! $3-$5. 912-437-4770.
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Haunting of Savage Island
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:40 PM to 8 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for the Haunting of Savage Island campground event! Campers can enjoy trunk-or-treating, a campsite decoration contest, and a costume contest. Judging starts at 7:30 PM at the campground picnic shelter. Don’t miss the fun and spooky Halloween celebration! $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Paint the Park
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join us for an opportunity to paint prominent areas of the park! Cool Springs overlook at 10am/13th, Fire Tower at 10am/26th. Registration required. $5 per person. 12 people max. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Halloween Event
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Come join us for a fun filled Halloween event! There will be trick or treating, a costume contest with prizes, hayrides, food and coffee truck, a site decorating contest with prizes, and more fun! 0-4 free, 5 and up $5 per person. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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CANCELLED - Fright on the Farm: Witch's Revenge
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5 PM to 10 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
It's said that many years ago, a disgruntled witch cursed the land as revenge against the community for her exile. Join us when the full extent of the pumpkin curse takes effect, and the farm will be forced to endure the full wrath of the pumpkin patch! Food vendors on site. This walk-through is not geared towards children under 12. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Trunk or Treat!
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5 PM to 7 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Sign up to enter your vehicle into the Trunk or Treat or come between 5p-7p to see all of our participants! 229-276-1004.
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Dark Forest Haunted Trail: Psychos Path
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
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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Halloween Crafts
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
With Halloween just around the corner, flex your creativity with this spooky craft day. We will be making fun paper crafts such as pumpkin and skeleton masks, bat wing pencil toppers, flying bats, and more. This event is open to all ages. Program will be held at the playground picnic tables. No pre-registration required. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Trick or Treat, RV Contest, And Wagon Rides
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 4 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf. Wagon Rides $3 per person, Glow Mini Golf: $5 per person, cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Mountain Farm Celebration
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Hardman Farm comes to life with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, traditional craft vendors, local authors and historians, apple cider from a hand-cranked press, biscuits cooked on our wood-fired antique stove and much more. $8. 706-878-1077.
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Fall Photo Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9:30 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Fresh for Fall, a new photo scavenger hunt! Bring your phone, receive your assignment at the Park Office, and return with your photos by noon to receive your prize. Extra prize for the kiddos if they are wearing their Halloween costume! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM until Oct 31, 2024 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
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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Spooky Sunset Paddle & Costume Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Put on your best costume and join Rangers for a Spooky Sunset Paddle and Costume Contest. Prizes will be available for adults and kids. $15 per person with Rental and $5 per person with own kayak. **Pre- Registration is required** The meeting location will be at the Park Office. Please contact the Park Office to Register. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Lake Trail Nature Hike
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
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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Halloween Crafts at Laura S. Walker
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us at the Interpretive Center for Halloween crafts! We have several crafts to choose from for all ages. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the craft. Don't miss out on the fun! We will see you there!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Flapping Bat Craft
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Bats are not just for Halloween. Gather at the campground picnic shelter to discover fun facts about bats and construct a flapping bat craft. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Thirteen and Up Archery
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9 AM to 10 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Have you ever fired a bow and arrow? We are going to learn the basics of shooting a bow and arrow. Once you have mastered the technique; ready aim fire. We will even have a friendly competition who scores the most points in a round or pop the other person's balloon. This fun way of learning archery can be a good time with family and friends. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Fall Color Hike
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Join us the first Saturday in October for a fall color hike! Mistletoe is covered with a wide range of hardwoods and this is a perfect time of year to see all the amazing color they have to offer! We will be hiking the Cliatt Creek trail. Registration is required. $5 or $10 for a families staying in the campground $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Scarecrow Archery
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Fall, fun and archery. Participants will learn beginning archery. They will be taught how to shoot a compound bow and arrow. Once the art of shooting is mastered; we will add scarecrows to the target area. Ready, aim, fire. Can you hit the scarecrows? Participants must be at least 8 years old to participate. Registration is required $15 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Radical Reptiles
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 11 AM to 12 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Are you afraid of snakes? Do you know the difference between a reptile and an amphibian? These questions will be answered in this program. Join our naturalist as we explore the world of reptiles. The Naturalist will share a live lizard and live snakes as we learn about reptiles in Georgia. We will search for reptiles along a short trail. $4-$7 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Kids Fall Fun
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Kid friendly Fall celebration. Celebrate fall with crafts, games and more. Kids will create a fall craft, play pumpkin and outdoor games, go on a scarecrow scavenger hunt and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Kids Fall Fun
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Kid friendly Fall celebration. Celebrate fall with crafts, games and more. Kids will create a fall craft, play pumpkin and outdoor games, go on a scarecrow scavenger hunt and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Friends of Panola Mountain Extended Hike
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 9 AM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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SOLD OUT - Archery
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to register in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Campsite Decorating Contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5 PM to 7 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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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"The Lonely Runagee"
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Though no great battles were ever fought in the Okefenokee, it was a place of military action during the American Civil War. Homeguard, draft dodgers, and deserters were embroiled in their own civil war and the swamp was the setting. Join us for an evening of interactive learning. Attendees will enjoy hearing accounts of the wartime in the swamp! $3 per attendee $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Nocturnal Neverland Night Hike
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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costume contest
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come show off your awesome costume in our annual costume contest. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Halloween at the Hut
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 2 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come join us for some halloween fun at the Nature Hut. there will be face painting, games, and more. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Campfire Stories
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at our amphitheater fire ring for some silly and family friendly stories. Get to know your fellow campers and tell your favorite stories around the campfire. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your campsite. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come out and enjoy a spooky evening on the park! We will have a hayride, haunted trail, campsite decorating contest, costume contest, trick or treating, a Halloween movie, a campfire, and concessions. Volunteers needed! Please call the office to sign up $1- $6 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Halloween Kids Craft
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Spooky fun is in the air! Design and paint your very own sliced wood jack-o-lantern ornament for Halloween! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Haunted Hayride
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 6:30 PM to 10 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for our 11th Annual Haunted Hayride! Take a wonderfully spooky ride thru the covered bridge, around the fully decorated campground with awesome animatronics, costumed characters, acted out scenes, and more! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Where's Noble Bones? A Bone-Chilling Scavenger Hunt
Saturdays 10 AM - 4 PM  
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Come join us for a spooky scavenger hunt each Saturday in October. Spend time outdoors with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources available at Wormsloe. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023. Free with price of admission. 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, October 27, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Sitton's Cave Adventures
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 9:30 AM to 1 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bat Week
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Pond Water Study: Micro vs Macro
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Lets take a closer look at an aquatic ecosystem. Our Alligator pond is teeming with life. There are some things that we can see with the naked eye, and other things that require a closer look! Come find out whats in the water at Crooked River State Park $3 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Beginner's Archery Class
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 12 PM to 12:30 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. We will provide the equipment. $15. 770-387-3747.
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Beginner's Archery Class
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. We will provide the equipment. $15. 770-387-3747.
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Beginner's Archery Class
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. We will provide the equipment. $15. 770-387-3747.
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Spooktacular Movie Night
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Get ready to be thrilled and chilled at our Spooktacular Movie Night Event! It's a mystery movie (rated PG, of course). We can't reveal the title, but we guarantee it will add the perfect amount of spookiness to your night. What to bring: Fun Pajamas, blankets, pillows, bean bags $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Gold Mine Creek Hike
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 11 AM to 1:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join our ranger for a guided hike along the Gold Mine Creek Trail. 2.5 miles/strenuous. Begins at the Beach parking area at 11am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Fall Tree Identification Hike
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Trees look much different this time of year. Test your seasonal tree identification skills on the Historic Trail (ADA approved) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). Meet on the front porch of the Park Office. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM until Oct 31, 2024 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
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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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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FALL into Crafting
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 to Monday, Oct 28, 2024 - 8 AM to 5 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Stop into the Visitor Center to purchase your fall craft kit for just $2. Several seasonal crafts will be available to choose from. Available throughout the day while supplies last. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Afternoon Archery
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hey folks, this archery program is for experience levels we're talking from novice to pro. For our beginners our goal is to get you comfortable using a bow and for our more experiences archers we have some challenges in store for you. This programs is for ages 10+ Closed toed shoes required. Pre-registration preferred. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Snake Sundays
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 9 AM to 10 AM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Explore the Nature Hut
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 to Monday, Oct 28, 2024 - 3 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come look around our Nature Hut and see our really cool snakes. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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bike ride with a ranger
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come explore the camp grounds with the Ranger on an exciting bike ride. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Black light bug hunt
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join the Ranger on a fun adventure to find creepy crawly bugs! at the nature hut. and on a short trail hike. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Art in the Park!
Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a relaxing art experience. Paint along with us to create an easy and fun picture of the bridge and river. No experience needed, all materials provided. Ages 10 and up. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Monday, October 28, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Bat Week
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Clouds in the Canyon
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Tied up in Knots
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Your State Park Day - Cottage Garden Cleanup
Monday, Oct 28, 2024 10 AM to 1 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Are you wanting to make a difference in your local state park? Come down to Smithgall Woods for a volunteer day in our cottage garden to make sure it continues to be as beautiful as ever! 706-878-3087.
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Bat Week
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM until Oct 31, 2024 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
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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All About Bats
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Come learn and create during our holiday themed wildlife lecture and craft workshop! All About Bats will teach visitors all of the bat basics while we make bat-themed crafts! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2024 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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 in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Bat Week
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Leapin' Lizards
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Uncover the lives of lizards, skinks, and other unusual reptiles of Georgia. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bats
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM until Oct 31, 2024 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
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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Creepy Crawlie Cups
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 4:15 PM to 5 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for Creepy Crawlie Cups! We will be making themed dessert cups for the Halloween season! Grab some gummy worms, grab some Oreos, grab some chocolate, and lets have some fun! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Rock n' Roll on Iron Hill
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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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Orienteering at Red Top
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Getting to where you want to go is easy! As long as you have Google Maps. Buuut, what happens if you don't?... Come learn this VALUABLE life skill with us, and be able to successfully navigate an area using a map and compass! We will meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. Maps and compasses will be provided. This is a 2 hour program. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is Awesome
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 1 PM to 2:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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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Archery is Awesome
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 3 PM to 4:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday, October 31, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Curious Oddities - Bugs and Slugs
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
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
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Dark Forest Haunted Trail: Psychos Path
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
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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Halloween Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM  
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
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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Make A Monster
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
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 State Parks and Historic Sites Art Contest
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 7 AM to 10 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
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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Turt' or Treat
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 1 PM to 4:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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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Campsite Decorating Contest
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 5 PM to 7 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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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Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creeks Visitor Center
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 9 AM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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Trunk or Treat
Thursday, Oct 31, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Friday, November 1, 2024

Guided Waterfall Hike
9:30 AM - 11 AM until Dec 31, 2024 
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Fall Fest
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 3 PM to 8 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Knot Tying with the Naturalist
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
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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Turtles of Georgia
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Turtles of Georgia
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Cawwwwl of the Corvids
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Grab and Go Activity Bags
8 AM - 5 PM until Nov 30, 2024 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
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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First Day Ride
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 11 AM to 3 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Grab your horse and join in on our first ever First Day Ride. Meet in the equestrian parking lot and be ready to ride at 11am. Our Friends will be leading this ride, sticking mostly to the Blue, Green and Pink trails. Call the park office to sign up! Typical riding pass will need to be paid for. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Homeschool Pioneer Series: Corn Husk Dolls
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
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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CANCELLED - Fall Hayrides
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
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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Archery is Awesome!
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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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Archery is Awesome!
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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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Fungi Friday Hike
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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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Homeschool Day. History and Hunting Legacy of the Land
Friday, Nov 1, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
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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