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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Mountain Farm Celebration
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 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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Halloween Hayride
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Campground Trick-or Treat
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Grab your costume and come trick-or-treat around the campground. Play some fun games and eat a snow cone. Take a short hike through our "haunted" trail before grabbing some candy. Meet at picnic shelter 2. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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5K Trail Run
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 8 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
On your mark, get set, go! - on a 5K trail run marking the beginning of our revived, annual Fall Festival. T-shirts will be provided. Prizes to be awarded the top male and female finishers. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 12 PM to 4 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
What better place to celebrate cooler temperatures, bountiful harvests, and changing leaves than Mistletoe State Park! We are excited to revive our once annual Fall Festival. We will be offering hayrides, pumpkin archery, a scarecrow scavenger hunt, and a host of other games. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Dear Stewy: Traditional Cherokee Recipes.
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Traditional Cherokee Recipes continues with a melding of the old and new. Venison stew and "barbecued" venison will be the recipes presented by rangers in the middle class cabin. Admission fee required which includes ranger led programs and guided tours of the site. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Annual Fala Day
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Scottish Terrier Society of Greater Atlanta will present a fun-filled day of activities celebrating Fala. Activities include a parade and a variety of contest. Dogs not allowed on Historic Site except during the parade. 706-655-5870.
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Outdoors Beyond Barriers Jr. Ranger Family Camp with the Aimee Copeland Foundation
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We're offering an accessible Jr. Ranger Family camp for all ages. Spaces are limited. Three All Terrain Tracked Wheel Chairs are available for use (must be certified through the Aimee Copeland Foundation), adaptive fishing equipment is available, and accessible kayaking is being offered. To register please email Adrian.Fox@dnr.ga.gov $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Where's Noble Bones? A Bone-Chilling Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 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 26, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Oct 26, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Halloween Hayride
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1 PM to 5 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Take a family friendly spooky hayride through the campground! Follow the signs for parking and hayride check in. Last ride start at 4:30pm. Adults are $5, children (5-12yo) are $3, and 4 yo and under are free. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 31, 2025

Trick or Treat, RV Contest, And Wagon Rides
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 4 PM to 8:30 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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Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creeks Visitor Center
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creek's Visitor Center. We'll have a set of riddles for Halloween, yard games and of course candy for trick or treaters of all ages. For a $2 get a set of 3 polaroid photos in our photo booth. $0-$2 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Trunk or Treat
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 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. If you decorate your vehicle and hand out candy the parking fee will be waived free plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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A Haunted Evening at Victoria Bryant Weekend #2
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 4 PM to 10 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
October 31st- November 1st. 4:00- 10:00 PM both dates. 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. We have expanded our Halloween event to 2 weekends this year! $1-6 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, November 1, 2025

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Fall Sunrise Hike
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 7 AM to 8 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your coffee or hot chocolate to wake up with nature by the Chattahoochee River. Listen and look for the woodland animals such as wild turkeys, osprey, bald eagles, king fishers and more! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Halloween Jamboree - Campers Only
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 9 AM to 8 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Reserve your camping spot and come enjoy a fun filled day of Halloween festivities! Campground Halloween Decor Contest (9am-4pm) Trick or Treat & Costume Contest at Campground 1 (6pm - 8pm) Best campsite and costume wins prizes! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 1, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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The Great Butterfly Migration
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
Join our ranger for a fun morning of learning about migrating butterflies! We will identify the species and see these migrating pollinators in flight on their way south for winter! Fee includes access to regularly scheduled plantation house tours. $5.50- $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Syrup Makin' Time - 36th Annual Event
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette, GA
Experience sugar cane syrup making the old-fashioned way as we cook cane juice in the original kettles and press sugar cane on the steam powered press. We will also have live bluegrass music, spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, and woodstove cooking and a Civil War encampment commemorating the arrival of General Sherman's federal troops. Admission is $3.50-$9 478-986-5172.
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Cherokee Heritage Day
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join staff, Friends of New Echota volunteers and special Cherokee guests as the historic Capital of New Echota comes alive with living history demonstrations, tours, games, and music. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Sunday, November 2, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Nov 2, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Full Moon Night Hike
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. Hike begins promptly at 8:30 PM. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Home School Event: Prescribed Fire
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
This homeschool event discusses the application of prescribed fire to manage vegetation, reduce wildfire risks, and improve ecosystem health. A park ranger will demonstrate the technique and equipment used to perform this function. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Full Moon Hike
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Friday, November 7, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Become a Campfire Chef: Nachos!
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
This is nacho average cooking program! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Autumn Encampment 2025 - School Day
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Autumn Encampment 2025 - School Day Autumn Encampment's Friday is PERFECT for students. The Fort will be filled with stations displaying colonial military life in early Georgia. We will have Scottish Highlanders, "enlistment" stations, navy sailors, black powder demos, and more! Perfect for grades 3-8 as well as homeschool groups interested in registering a one-hour time slot. $4.25-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Fundamentals of Nature Identification
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Iconic Trees of Amicalola Falls
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 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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Fall Leaf Art and Bingo
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out and enjoy the fall foliage, bring a journal and learn how to do leaf impressions. Play a game of leaf ID bingo, winner gets a prize! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Touch-A-Truck Day
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Touch, see, and talk about all kinds of trucks and other big equipment at our day-use boat ramp! A Georgia State Park Pass is required to attend and can be bought for $5.00 at the park office or kiosk. We hope to see you there! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Autumn Encampment 2025
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Autumn Encampment 2025 Our annual Colonial military reenactment is open with festivities, activities, and black powder! Military history of the 18th century includes reenacting from Highlanders, British armies, navies, and foreign campaigns! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 8, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Orienteering 101: Compass Reading
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join our Rangers to learn how to read a compass. The program will start in the picnic area and transverse through out the grounds of New Echota. The Ranger will teach you the skills to follow a preset course using just a compass. Admission fee required. Admission covers ranger led programs, guided tours, and self guided tours. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Founder's Day: Thanksgiving in Warm Springs
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
In 1939, FDR spoke to the nation from Georgia Hall on Thanksgiving. We are going to replay the original radio broadcast after a digital presentation on the history of Thanksgiving at Warm Springs in the theater wishing all a Happy Thanksgiving. Presentation 11:00 am, 1:00pm and 2:00pm. $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Nov 9, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Veterans Day Family Fun Day
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt's Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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Thursday, November 13, 2025

Nature Journaling
Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Friday, November 14, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, November 15, 2025

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Fall Painting by the River
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your own hot beverage and enjoy painting by the river. Take in the breathtaking fall views around the Chattahoochee River! Painting supplies will be provided, however art enthusiasts can bring their own. $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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American Frontier Days
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Walk thru time from the middle 1700’s to the late 1800’s and see living skills’ displays from local historians. See trappers, explorers and more. Tomahawk throw contest. Baseball field across from Liberty Bell Pool. Donations accepted for admission. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 15, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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46th Annual Pioneer Harvest Festival
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 9:30 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join us for our 46th anniversary of the Pioneer Harvest Festival as we celebrate the culture and history of the Wiregrass region of South Georgia. Enjoy historical demonstrations and presentations from the Wiregrass Ecological & Cultural Project as well as other living history groups. $5 per adult, children 12 and under $3, standard parking fee required $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Sugar Cane Festival
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 9 AM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
We will be making cane syrup from cane harvested at our Park. Syrup will be made and sold at the Syrup Shed across from the campground. Food vendors and Arts and Crafts vendors will be set up in nearby area. If you wish to be a vendor, call the Park office at 4787632759 for an application. $5 parking plus $2 per person, no charge for kids 5 and under. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Astronomy Night
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
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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Conservation Conversation #6 Long Leaf Pines "The Evergreen Guardians"
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Conservation Conversation #6 Long Leaf Pines "The Evergreen Guardians" Bring your family and join us as we discuss our regions most famous tree. We will learn about the favorite tree of FDR's and what threatens the long leaf pine. There will be a short hike on the grounds to point out the differences between the trees. Presentation at 11:00am and 1:00pm $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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Conservation Conversation #6 Long Leaf Pines "The Evergreen Guardians"
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Conservation Conversation #6 Long Leaf Pines "The Evergreen Guardians" Bring your family and join us as we discuss our regions most famous tree. We will learn about the favorite tree of FDR's and what threatens the long leaf pine. There will be a short hike on the grounds to point out the differences between the trees. Presentation at 11:00am and 1:00pm $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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Beginner Archery
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Sunday, November 16, 2025

American Frontier Days
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Walk thru time from the middle 1700’s to the late 1800’s and see living skills’ displays from local historians. See trappers, explorers and more. Tomahawk throw contest. Baseball field across from Liberty Bell Pool. Donations accepted for admission. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Nov 16, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

New Moon Night Hike
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge at dark and will vacate the park promptly by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Fundamentals of Nature Identification
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Iconic Trees of Amicalola Falls
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 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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Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to make a super fun turkey puppet for Thanksgiving? Kids join us at the park for a ranger-led craft session where we'll get creative and learn all about wild turkeys in the park! Its going to be a blast - perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. We will provide all crafts, you just need to bring your imagination. $5 per child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Movie Night at the Park!
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join us for an animated, G-rated movie! Meet outside the visitor center, with snacks inside, starting at 6 pm, and the movie starts at 6:30 pm. Bring your own chairs/blankets. This event will happen rain or shine, as we are under a roof. Call the park for more information! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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"Come and Take It!" Encampment and Wreath Ceremony
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
The event honors Colonel John McIntosh’s bold reply to a British demand for surrender: “Come & Take It!” Experience living history with colonial demonstrations, musket and cannon drills, 18th-century music, and a wreath-laying ceremony conducted by the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution. $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 22, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Corn and Beans: Traditional Cherokee Recipe
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Rangers are going old school with this particular recipe, from "Cherokee Cooklore". Rangers will present a traditional Cherokee recipe in the middle-class cabin which is located behind the museum. Admission fee required. Admission covers Ranger led programs, self guided tours, and guided site tours. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, November 23, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Nov 23, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Monday, November 24, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Nov 26, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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. With our identifier in-hand, we'll search for birds, bugs, lizards, & snakes, and we're sure to find plenty of flora! Check-in & register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, November 27, 2025

Morning Thanksgiving Trivia
Thursday, Nov 27, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to test your wildlife knowledge and have a blast doing it? Lets come together to enjoy a super fun afternoon of trivia hosted by one of the park rangers! Get ready for some wild questions and maybe even win some awesome prizes. $2 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Nov 27, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Game Night With a Ranger!
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Take some time to get to know park staff and your fellow campers by playing games together! With a wide array of card and board games for all ages, there is something for everyone. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Victoria Bryant Christmas Tree and Park Lighting
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us at the front pond for our annual tree lighting! Come see Santa, grab a hot chocolate, and celebrate the season with us! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Gather your friends and family and come visit Wormsloe on Black Friday to participate in our annual Turkey Trot Scavenger Hunt. To get started, check in at the museum for a trail map and clues. Run, walk, or trot the 3-mile Battery Trail. When you finish, return to the museum to claim your prize (while supplies last). $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Wooden Ornament Decorating
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to make some super cute, totally unique Christmas ornaments with your family? We're having a fun painting party with a ranger! They'll help you create a wooden ornament that will make perfect gifts or beautiful additions to your tree this year. All supplies included - just bring your creative holiday spirit! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Campfire Laughter
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 9 PM to 11 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Join the Ranger for a fun filled evening of campfire stories, songs and s'mores! Please bring your own lawn chairs and hot chocolate or coffee. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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S'mores With Santa
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Come see Santa and share a sweet treat with him around the campfire! We'll also have crafts set up for those waiting for their special turn with the big man in red. Stick around after for a stop motion Christmas classic starting at 3:30! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Movie at the Park!
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:40 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join us at the group shelter for a family-friendly, stop-motion Christmas classic to bring in the holiday season! Bring your own chairs and blankets. Call the visitor center for more information! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Drinking History: Sipping with the Guale
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Guale Indians who called these coastal marshes home used a variety of plants to prepare helpful herbal "teas". Join us on a walking tour where we discover the history of this tribe. Enjoy a cup of spruce and yaupon, two most commonly imbibed teas among the Native tribes. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Drinking History: Sipping with the Guale
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Guale Indians who called these coastal marshes home used a variety of plants to prepare helpful herbal "teas". Join us on a walking tour where we discover the history of this tribe. Enjoy a cup of spruce and yaupon, two most commonly imbibed teas among the Native tribes. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 29, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025

Rat & Tankard Tavern: Colonial Food and Fun
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial taverns functioned as trading posts, post offices, all while serving hot food, hot drink, and hot gossip. Come see where the politics of the Revolution began in ye ol' fashioned Tavern! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Nov 30, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Thursday, December 4, 2025

Full Moon Night Hike
Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. Hike begins promptly at 8:30 PM. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Full Moon Hike
Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Friday, December 5, 2025

Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 5, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

Christmas Comes to Liberty Hall
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens' home, Liberty Hall, will be decorated with styles of the Victorian Christmas past. Enjoy a tour of the house, create a craft, and listen to the sounds of the Victorian Era. Refreshments will be served by the Friends of A.H. Stephens State Park. $4 - $8.00 706-456-2602.
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Birds of Prey
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 6, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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First Saturday Hike
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Come explore the nature trails of New Echota with one of the Rangers. This will be the last Saturday hike of the year so don't miss out on the opportunity to explore history and nature one more time before the new year. Admission fee required. Admission includes ranger led programs, guided tours, and entry to the grounds. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Remembering Pearl Harbor
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Performances at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. $9.50-$15 706-655-5870.
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EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class 5 of 12
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Christmas At The Gorge
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Come and celebrate the Season, make crafts, enjoy Christmas music, Meet Santa, have a snack and go on a hay ride here at the park. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Christmas Comes to Victoria Bryant
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 5 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us for an evening full of Christmas cheer! Bring the little ones out to see Santa and have their picture taken, a fun Christmas craft, sweet treats, hot chocolate, Christmas lights, campsite decorating contest, campfire, a Christmas movie, and a Christmas light hayride around the park! $1-5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Colonial Christmas at Wormsloe
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the holiday season at Wormsloe with traditional festive activities including period music and living history demonstrations. Help us find yule logs to be burned starting at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm starting in our Colonial Life Area! $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, December 7, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Dec 7, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, December 12, 2025

Candlelight Tours
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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1721: Life of a Sailor
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Saturday, December 13, 2025

Fundamentals of Nature Identification
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Iconic Trees of Amicalola Falls
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 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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Candlelight Tours
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 5 PM to 9 PM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Tour the Vann's historic Cherokee home decorated with freshly cut greenery and lit by hundreds of candles, akin to an early 19th-century Moravian Christmas. Live music, cider and cookies add to the festivities. Arrive by 8p.m. to best enjoy the event, admission is paid at the door. Candles will be extinguished at 9p.m. $8. 706-695-2598.
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1721: Life of a Sailor
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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161st Winter Muster Reenactment
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 8 AM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Witness history with a reenactment of the final battle fought in Georgia during the Civil War, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle takes place on Sat. Dec. 13th at 4:40 (arrive by 4:00 PM). Explore the soldiers’ encampments Fri., Dec. 12th 912-727-2339.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 13, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Christmas At The Cabin
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 9:30 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for some 1860s holiday spirit and more. There will be crafts, games, and decorating activities for all to enjoy. Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Sunset Candy Cane Hunt
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 5 PM to 7 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Join us at sunset to hunt candy canes, afterwards enjoy a holiday movie, s'mores, and hot chocolate. Please call the office to sign up. Meet at the picnic shelter in the Day Use Area. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Dec 14, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, December 18, 2025

How the Homeschoolers Stole Christmas
Thursday, Dec 18, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Bring your homeschool family to tour the house decorated in the manner of a 19th century Moravian Lovefeast, and enjoy a Christmas themed craft. Call to pre-register, spaces limited. $6.50 - $5.25 706-695-2598.
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Friday, December 19, 2025

New Moon Night Hike
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge at dark and will vacate the park promptly by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Movie Night at the Park: Double Feature!
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 5 PM to 10 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join us for a night of winter movie magic at the group shelter. Doors open at 5 pm with the first movie (animated, holiday-themed, PG-rated) starting at 5:30 pm. The second movie (live-action, winter-themed, PG-rated) will begin at 7:30 pm. Bring your own chairs and blankets. Call the visitor center for more information! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 20, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
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Mission Holiday: Traditional Cherokee Recipes
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
The holidays are right around the corner and while Christmas was not a traditional Cherokee holiday they did celebrate it along side the missionaries in the early 19th century. This recipe comes from the Moravian journals written at Springplace Mission. Admission fee required. Admission includes Ranger led programs, entry to the grounds. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Beginner Archery
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
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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Sunday, December 21, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Dec 21, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Monday, December 22, 2025

Nature Journaling
Monday, Dec 22, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Wednesday, December 24, 2025

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Dec 24, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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. With our identifier in-hand, we'll search for birds, bugs, lizards, & snakes, and we're sure to find plenty of flora! Check-in & register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, December 27, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 27, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-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! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, December 28, 2025

Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Dec 28, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join the Rangers and Friends of New Echota to start a new year with a glimpse into the past. Learn about Cherokee culture and history while hiking the historic Cherokee capital. Rangers will tour the town as well as hike the nature trails with guests. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Before the Sun Rises First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 5 AM to 6:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is the first of the first day hikes at Sweetwater Creek, kicking off at the crisp time of 5 am, before the sun even rises. We'll be hiking the purple trail and the blue trail. Close toed shoes required, please dress for the weather and bring water. pre-registration is require as this program is running outside of standard operating hours. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5801.
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Sunrise First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We'll be starting our right before sunrise and enjoying the early morning light on the trails. This hike is 3 miles on the white and green trails. Please wear close toes shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. Pre-registration is required as this hike starts prior to standard operating hours. 7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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