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Friday, January 31, 2025

Winter Tree ID
Fridays 3 PM - 4 PM – Jan 31, 2025 until Feb 1, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join our friendly ranger to learn how to identify trees in winter! We’ll explore leaves and twigs, highlighting fun differences. This class is for everyone, from kids to adults. Call the Visitor Center to reserve your spot—don’t miss out on the fun! We can’t wait to see you! $6.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Archery Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the 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 archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Archery
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Archery Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the 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 archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Explore the Park After Dark
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This night hike will showcase the park in a way you haven't seen before. Be sure you dress for the weather, wear close toed shoes, and a flash light. This unique experience will be an easy mile and a half long hike. 10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, February 1, 2025

Colonial Winter Village
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
!BRAND NEW REENACTMENT! A colony has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. 912-437-4770.
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Soldier's Life at Pickett's Mill Battlefield
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us and our reenactors as they portray an 1860's Federal Infantry/artillery Brigades behind the museum. They will be drilling with both rifles and our museum's reproduction 6-pound Howitzer cannon. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Arts and Crafts with a Ranger
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us and make some cool take-home nature arts and crafts. Supplies are provided. Call us or stop by the Visitor Center to pre-register. We will meet in the Event Room at the Visitor Center $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Operation Avian: Beaks and Binoculars
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
OUR RANGERS(AND SCIENTISTSTS!) NEED YOUR HELP! Our newest mission has just been announced, join Rangers as we explore how birds beaks help them eat and learn how we can help our scientists by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Presentation: 10:30am and 1:00pm $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Sunday, February 2, 2025

Colonial Winter Village
Sunday, Feb 2, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
!BRAND NEW REENACTMENT! A colony has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, February 8, 2025

Historic Eleanor Roosevelt School Brings Legacy to Life
Saturday, Feb 8, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Debron Walker, Co-Owner of the iconic Eleanor Roosevelt School, will lead a presentation bringing the school’s powerful history and bright future into focus. Mr. Walker and team will give a lecture at on the school’s place in American history and the Roosevelt family’s contributions to Black history and advancement. $7.50-$13.00 706-655-5870.
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Martins Mine Hike
Saturday, Feb 8, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join Smithgall's Naturalist on a guided hike of Martins Mine Trail. Learn about the history of the trail, and what native plants make up the park's landscape. This trail is a moderate .9 mile and has steep inclines. please wear the appropriate attire and remember to bring plenty of water! $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, February 9, 2025

Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Come out to the A.H. Stephens State Historic Site and enjoy a free tour of the site. On the tour you will learn about some of the weapons used during the American Civil War, the life and times of Alexander H. Stephens and his legacy that led to the creation of our state park. $0. 706-456-2602.
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Super Archaeology Sunday
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This Super Museum Sunday, visit the Fort for an archaeology and artefact exposé. Admission is FREE! 912-437-4770.
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Super Archaeology Sunday
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
This Super Museum Sunday, visit the Fort for an archaeology and artefact exposé. Admission is FREE! 912-437-4770.
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Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Come out and enjoy free admission to the site and help us celebrate Super Museum Sunday! There will be ongoing civilian life demonstrations at the Prather Cabin from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 770-443-7850.
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Super Museum Sunday: Films from the Archives
Sunday, Feb 9, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. Film times 11:00am and 1:00pm $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Homeschool Day - Smithgall Snakes
Tuesday, Feb 11, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
This Program is geared towards Homeschool Families. Come to Smithgall Woods to learn all about snakes, what makes them unique, what species we have in Georgia, and what to do when you come across one. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Monday, February 17, 2025

Will I Be Remembered? FDR and TR will reflect about their lives
Monday, Feb 17, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Will I Be Remembered? FDR and TR will reflect about their lives FDR portrayer James Fowler and Teddy Roosevelt portrayer Dr. Joel Harris will reflect on their place in our nation's history. Two great Americans who follow the same career paths to become giants in American history. Performances will be at 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, and 2:30 pm. $9.50-$15 706-655-5870.
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Saturday, February 22, 2025

Friends of Panola Mountain Extended Hike
Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 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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Edible Plant Hike
Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
join Tom Hennigan, retired professor of Truett McConnell University, on an educational hike of all things edible plants! See what can be found, even in February, how to identify it, and how it can be used. We will be hiking the Martins Mine Trail, a moderate .9 mile trail. Please wear appropriate clothes and shoes, and remember to bring water. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, February 23, 2025

The Return of the Longleaf Pine Tree
Sunday, Feb 23, 2025 1 PM to 4 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
This program will be one of four 2025 programs that feature threatened and endangered species at Pickett's Mill Battlefield. Come out and learn about one of our heritage trees, the Longleaf Pine, and participate in actual tree planting. There will be staff on hand to answer questions and outside exhibits. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, March 1, 2025

125th OVI School of the Soldier
Saturday, Mar 1, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
The 125th Ohio Infantry Reenactors will be here to portray the Ohio 124th Infantry Unit that fought at Pickett's Mill Battlefield. They will demonstrate camp life, military tactics, drills, and perform black powder demonstrations. There will be a muster program for all ages as part of our Junior Ranger Program. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Friday, March 7, 2025

Scottish Heritage Days 2025
Friday, Mar 7, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
For our annual Scottish History event, visit Fort King George and witness a variety of Scottish living history demonstrations: musket & cannon firings, blacksmithing, carpentry, medicine, cooking, music, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, March 8, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 to Sunday, Mar 9, 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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American Frontier Days
Saturday, Mar 8, 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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Scottish Heritage Days 2025
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
For our annual Scottish History event, visit Fort King George and witness a variety of Scottish living history demonstrations: musket & cannon firings, blacksmithing, carpentry, medicine, cooking, music, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Wetland Hike
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join Smithgall Woods' Naturalist on a guided hike of the Wetland Trail. This easy, .3 mile trail wraps around Smithgall's wetland area and covered bridge. Learn about the unique qualities of a mountain wetland, and what plants need this type of ecosystem to survive. Please make sure to dress for the weather, and bring plenty of water. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Wonderful Wild Plants
Saturdays 10 AM - 12 PM – Mar 8, 2025 until Mar 15, 2025 
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Learn all about the wonderful wild plants of Eastern Appalachia, and their practical uses as food, supplements, and medicines. Learn the basics of foraging, and how to do it ethically. This is a beginner class for Spring Wild Plants. There will be a one hour class portion, then a one hour outdoor "plant walk" to see what we can find! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Wonderful Wild Plants
Saturday, Mar 8, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Learn all about the wonderful wild plants of Eastern Appalachia, and their practical uses as food, supplements, and medicines. Learn the basics of foraging, and how to do it ethically. This is a beginner class for Spring Wild Plants. There will be a one hour class portion, then a one hour outdoor "plant walk" to see what we can find! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, March 9, 2025

American Frontier Days
Sunday, Mar 9, 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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Saturday, March 15, 2025

Friends of Panola Mountain Extended Hike
Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 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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Volunteer Work Day
Saturday, Mar 15, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
We are having a volunteer workday to prepare for our annual prescribed burns. We will be working along the large wheat field and along the yellow trail. Admission is free for volunteers. There will be tasks for all ages and abilities. Free for Volunteers $5 parking. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, March 22, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 to Sunday, Mar 23, 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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Wonderful Wild Plants
Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Learn all about the wonderful wild plants of Eastern Appalachia, and their practical uses as food, supplements, and medicines. Learn the basics of foraging, and how to do it ethically. This is a beginner class for Spring Wild Plants. There will be a one hour class portion, then a one hour outdoor "plant walk" to see what we can find! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Saturday, March 29, 2025

Magic Mycology
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join mushroom expert Brian Hale to learn all things mushrooms! Spend 1 hour in the "classroom" going over the basics of mushroom identification, uses, and how to avoid any bad foraging experiences. After the class, we will head outside to see what we can find! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, April 6, 2025

Spring Festival
Sunday, Apr 6, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the season as Skidaway Island State Park springs back to life! During our annual Spring Festival, local vendors will offer an array of environmentally-friendly products and services for you to shop while food trucks serve up their tasty treats! Whether you’re a local or a camper, you’re sure to enjoy the park’s beautiful scenery. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, April 12, 2025

Friends of Panola Mountain Extended Hike
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 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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Pickett's Settlement Historic Skills and Crafts Day
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Come on out for our growing, annual event! We will have various historic trades represented at this event including, but not limited to blacksmithing, woodworking, sewing, spinning, soldier's skills, etc. A food concession will be available. There is sure to be something for everyone! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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80th Annual Commemorative Ceremony for President Roosevelt
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
On April 12, 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt suffered a fatal stroke while posing for the unfinished portrait at the Little White House. To commemorate FDR's legacy,there will be a guest speaker, military band, and color guard ceremony. Free admission until 12:30 p.m., then $7.50-$13. 706-655-5870.
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FDR's Final Battle, April 12, 1945
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
FDR's Final Battle, April 12, 1945 Join Interpretive Ranger Ashley Aultman, for a 90-minute guided tour, highlighting minute-by-minute accounts of the afternoon of April 12, 1945. The tour will start with a brief presentation in the museum and a tour of the grounds and house were the events unfolded. Historical information will come from diaries and letter of those who were there. $20. 706-655-5870.
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Build Your Pollinator Garden
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Learn about the vital importance of pollinators, the different kinds, which are unique to the Southern Appalachia, why you should care, and how you can help. This program is a one our "class". Native and flowering plants will be available for purchase at this program. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, April 13, 2025

Films From The Archives
Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. Showing 11:00 and 1:00 $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Friday, April 18, 2025

Night Eggstravaganza
Friday, Apr 18, 2025 7 PM to 8:30 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Great fun for youth and adults begins with, yard games, crafts, and meet Roosevelt Rabbit in costume. The Easter games start at 7:15 PM with egg toss, sack races, spoon relay, and more! Bring your basket & flashlight for three fantastic candy hunts beginning at 8:15 PM separated by age: up to 3 years old, 4-6 year olds, and 7-12 year olds. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025

Art in the Park
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join our fellow watercolorists of all ages and skill levels, as we learn to paint one example of the beautiful plants and flowers that thrive in Smithgall Woods State Park. Found in our swamp bog, the simple but elegant Swamp Pink makes a delightful splash of color with an elegant form that begs to be painted. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, April 27, 2025

Little Fires, Big Results Hike
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
This will be a Ranger-led hike around areas where we recently conducted prescribed burns. It will be part of an annual series of programming that fosters learning for the care of endangered or threatened species. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, May 10, 2025

Friends of Panola Mountain Extended Hike
Saturday, May 10, 2025 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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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Cool Pool Summer Splash Celebration
Saturday, May 24, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join the park rangers for lively music, fabulous pool games, and pool-side activities for the whole family. Local DJ playing summer favorites from 1-3 PM. Pool opens 11 AM. Liberty Bell Pool Hwy 354. Refreshments require an additional cost. No fee for the activities just regular pool admission. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Memorial Day Commemoration
Saturday, May 24, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Mark this important day that remembers the people who paid the ultimate price for the freedom we enjoy. There will be hourly musket firing demos by an American revolution soldier, as well as a hands-on wool spinning and weaving activity. Don't forget to have fun with the always popular colonial toys & games where you're here too! $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Fishing 101
Saturday, May 31, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Meet at Lake Liberty for fishing 101 with the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) Equipment and supplies on site!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Battle of Pickett's Mill 161st Anniversary Commemoration
Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:30 AM to 4 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Limited tactical displays and demonstrations will feature artillery and infantry impressions used by Union and Confederate troops during the battle. There will also be guided tours and presentations held throughout the event. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, June 7, 2025

34th Annual Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 8 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Monday, June 9, 2025

Fort Morris Junior Rangers
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 9, 2025 until Jun 12, 2025 
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old. Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia. SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Fort Morris Junior Rangers
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 10, 2025 until Jun 12, 2025 
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old. Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia. SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Fort Morris Junior Rangers
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 11, 2025 until Jun 12, 2025 
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old. Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia. SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Thursday, June 12, 2025

Fort Morris Junior Rangers
9 AM - 2 PM from Jun 12, 2025 
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Attention all young people between 7 and 12 years old. Join the site staff for 4 days of fun, exciting, and educational activities centered around the natural, and historical resources of the site, and the State of Georgia. SPACE IS LIMITED Reservations required. $100. 912-884-5999.
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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Junior Ranger Family Day - A soldier's Life
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Come out and learn about the life and skills of a Civil War soldier. Show off what you've learned by completing our junior ranger book! For this day only you'll get to fast track your badge progress! All ages welcome! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Carol Cain as "Rosie The Riveter"
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Carol Cain as "Rosie The Riveter" Actress/Storyteller Carol Cain will portray seven different "Rosie the Riveter's" in one special performance. Rosie represents the American women who worked during World War II producing munitions, planes, tanks and war supplies. Times: 10:00am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm $9.50- $15 706-655-5870.
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Saturday, June 21, 2025

34th Annual Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Smithgall's Snakes
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join Smithgall Woods to discover the numerous species of snakes living all around us! get a chance to ask your reptile-related questions, see some snakes in person, learn how to identify the venomous species, and learn how to live safely around them. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, June 22, 2025

Flowers On The Brink Hike
Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for a ranger-led hike to observe the habitats for the three threatened/endangered species of flowers found at Pickett's Mill Battlefield. Participants may also be able to help conduct bloom counts. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, July 5, 2025

Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Events will begin with our 10:00 a.m. bicycle and golf cart parade around our RV campground. Old-time games will start in the field behind the office, at 11 a.m. include musical chairs, water relay, water balloon toss, and more. ( Family vs Family competition.) We may need to limit the number of participants. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Cool Pool Summer Splash Celebration
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Music, food, games, and activities for the whole family. Local DJ poolside from 1-3 PM. Regular Pool admission. Liberty Bell Pool Hwy 354. Pool opens 11 AM. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Independence Day at Colonial Sunbury
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 to Sunday, Jul 6, 2025 11 AM to 3 AM
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Celebrate Independence Day with a bang! Visitors will experience historic blackpowder weapon firing demonstrations each hour. Enjoy playing some of the old fashioned toys and games; sack races, jump rope, bean bags, and more! $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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Monday, July 7, 2025

July 7-11, 2025 Junior Ranger Camp, Camp Conservation Corps Ages 6-8
Monday, Jul 7, 2025 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
July 7-11, 2025 Junior Ranger Camp, Camp Conservation Corps Ages 6-8 Take a step back in time to explore life as a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Together we will learn about life during the Great Depression, the New Deal, and in a CCC Camp. Interactive activites include team building, games, conservation projects, and much more. For more information contact Alexis Belman $175 for one week. 706-655-5870.
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Sunday, July 13, 2025

Stewards of Pickett's Mill Creek Hike
Sunday, Jul 13, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
This will be a guided, ranger-led hike on a 1/4 mile shallow section of Pickett's Mill Creek. We will hike, do a macroinvertebrate round-up, and pick up trash along the way. Our goal will be to determine the health of the creek, discover a living ecosystem, and leave it cleaner for the future. Free admission for participants with preregistration. 770-443-7850.
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Monday, July 14, 2025

July 14-18, 2025 Junior Ranger Camp, Camp Conservation Corps Ages 9-12
Monday, Jul 14, 2025 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Take a step back in time to explore life as a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps. Together we will learn about life during the Great Depression, the New Deal, and in a CCC Camp. Interactive activites include team building, games, conservation projects, and much more. For more information contact Alexis Belman $175 for one week. 706-655-5870.
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Saturday, July 19, 2025

Magic Mycology
Saturday, Jul 19, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Join mushroom expert Brian Hale to learn all things mushrooms! Spend 1 hour in the "classroom" going over the basics of mushroom identification, uses, and how to avoid any bad foraging experiences. After the class, we will head outside to see what we can find! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Saturday, August 9, 2025

Sunflowers & Selfies
Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as you enjoy the beauty of Smithgall on a hayride or enjoy at your own pace. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, August 10, 2025

Sunflowers & Selfies
Sunday, Aug 10, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as you enjoy the beauty of Smithgall on a hayride or enjoy at your own pace. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Saturday, August 16, 2025

Sunflowers & Selfies
Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as you enjoy the beauty of Smithgall on a hayride or enjoy at your own pace. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, August 17, 2025

Sunflowers & Selfies
Sunday, Aug 17, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as you enjoy the beauty of Smithgall on a hayride or enjoy at your own pace. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Saturday, August 30, 2025

Cool Pool End Of Summer Splash
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Celebrate the end of summer in the largest spring-fed pool in Georgia. Enjoy music, food, and games for the whole family from 1-3 PM. Regular pool admission required. Liberty Bell Pool Hwy 354. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Labor Day Commemoration
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Spinning, blacksmithing, woodworking, and other early trade skills will be demonstrated; along with historic blackpowder weapon firing demonstrations on the hour. $3.50- $5 912-884-5999.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025

Dog Splash and Luau at Liberty Bell Pool
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Unleash the fun as dogs swim and play in and around the largest spring-fed pool in Georgia. Music, activities and contests. Fenced in pool area. Off-leash ok. Located at Liberty Bell Pool off Hwy 354 No humans allowed in the pool. You can pre-pay at the office or pay correct change at the door. Bring proof of rabies vaccine. $10 per dog $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 10 AM to 5 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Butterfly Garden Rejuvenation 706-456-2602.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Awesome Asters Wildflower Craft
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
The Georgia Aster is a beautiful wildflower of our park that needs our help! Find out why they are so crucial to the health of our ecosystems. Take part in helping your local native plant species by joining us in creating decorative handmade seed paper that you can plant in your own backyard. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Any Girl Scout group can attend this event. Preregistration is required. This event will span 2 days with morning and afternoon time slots available with a limit of two groups per time slot. Saturday's project will be trail maintenance. Sunday's project will be Historic Gardening 101. Rangers programs provided in addition to the project activity. 770-443-7850.
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Fall Edible Plant Hike
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Come to Smithgall Woods to learn all about what you can be munching on in the fall. This program consists of 1 hour of indoor class time, before we head out on a short hike to see what we can find! Learn about the difference between edible, medicinal, and supplemental plants, and what can be foraged ethically in the Southern Blueridge region. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Gorgone Checkerspot Butterfly Lifecycle
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a nature craft while we learn about the Gorgone Checkerspot Butterfly and its hostplants and how we can take part in protecting this species. We will learn about the life cycle of the butterfly and wet-felt a Checkerspot cocoon (chrysalis) out of wool. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Any Girl Scout group can attend this event. Preregistration is required. This event will span 2 days with morning and afternoon time slots available with a limit of two groups per time slot. Saturday's project will be trail maintenance. Sunday's project will be Historic Gardening 101. Rangers programs provided in addition to the project activity. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Your State Park Work Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Don't forget, September 27 2025, Your State Park Workday, 9am-12pm. Water and snacks will be provided. if you can join us please call 706-614-8348. Help us make a positive difference. 706-456-2602.
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Your State Parks Day 2025
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join the Friends of Pickett's Mill in helping to improve our natural and historical areas here in the park. We will focus our efforts on the Large Wheat Field. Water and snacks provided. Please bring gloves. Admission is free for volunteers. 770-443-7850.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Your State Parks Day- Volunteering at FDR
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
It’s Your State Parks Day, a day to show you care about GA State Parks! What better way to do that than by helping beautify the park. Possible projects include repainting kiosks, benches, and fences, and removing graffiti from our overlooks. Please help give our park a facelift! Supplies and water provided for volunteers. 706-663-4858.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Candlelight Tours: A Soldier's Journey
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 6 PM to 10 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Candlelight Tours: A Soldier's Journey
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 6 PM to 10 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 6 PM to 9 PM
Hamburg State Park - Mitchell, GA
Fall Festival at Hamburg State Park. We will offer wagon rides through the campground that will stop along the way for trick and treats! We will also be playing a fall themed movie. There will be games and a costume contest for our guests! For those camping with us, we will host a site decoration contest! and concessions will be available. $2-$8 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 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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Halloween In the Park: Trick-or-Treating
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 5 PM to 7 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
rick 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. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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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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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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Saturday, November 15, 2025

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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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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Saturday, November 22, 2025

"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 commemorates Colonel John McIntosh's defiant reply to a British demand for surrender: "Come & Take It!" Watch colonial demonstrations, musket and cannon drills, 18th century music and wreath laying ceremony by the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution. $3.50-$5.00 912-884-5999.
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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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Saturday, December 13, 2025

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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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join us for the first hike of the new year! We will be hiking the turtle cove trail. Meet at the restrooms in the boat ramp parking lot. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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