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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
 
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Bring toddlers and a blanket to sit in the grass and learn about what spring means! Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of your very own painted bunting! Materials provided. Beginners welcome. $4 per painter. $4 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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The Persistent Trillium flower is a species you will not find outside of this small section of the world. Hike and learn about this rare beauty and see this endemic species with your own eyes. The hike will be 2 miles with a significant stairs section.
(Programs later in the month may be canceled if flowers have wilted away) $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Give back to nature and the community by taking part in Stewardship Sundays. Assist with activities such as trail maintenance, trash collection, gardening, cleanup, invasive plant removal, etc. Bring work gloves and water! Meet at the Interpretive Center to report for duty! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Discover the joy of nature journaling in this beginner-friendly class designed for those who love nature and want to capture its beauty, no artistic skills required! Whether you’re new to journaling or have never drawn before, this class will guide you step-by-step in observing and documenting the natural world around you. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Many species of plants and animals, including some in our park are imperiled, or threatened. Come find out what they are, and what's being done to ensure their survival. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Take a walk with the park Naturalist from the interpretive center along the Overlook Trail to the Meadowlands and back. Moderate hike $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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The wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sitton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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We'll learn the basics of the app together, then take a hike through the rock garden along the lakeshore out to the rocky point at the fishing hole, collecting species along the way. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Bring homeschoolers of all ages to learn all about the season of Spring! $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Looking to increase your fitness while going on a scenic stroll with some other folks? Join us as we walk the Shortline / Bill & Dusty Mckay Trail. Trail is paved and flat, 3 miles total. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Eagles, hawks, falcons, and ravens, are some of Georgia's largest birds, and among its most imperiled. Come learn about these and other large avian, and the efforts to slow their decline. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Take a walk with the park Naturalist from the interpretive center along the Overlook Trail to the Meadowlands and back. Moderate hike $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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A ranger will be roving the park to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Trading Post any time between 5:30-7:00PM. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Dive into the freshwater world of darters! We will explore the Threats impacting populations and the conservation efforts to help protect these interesting and imperiled fish. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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During this program you will learn methods for identifying common wildlife scat and tracks found in North Georgia $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn to build a variety of simple shelters using tarps. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger.
Each week holds something new! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we
can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike around the
enOrety of the Big Ferry trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come join us as we get ready for spring with our first outdoor Youth 3 vs 3 Basketball tournament. Ages 10-14, 6 players Team max. $20 per team. Call to register $20 Team $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come try your hand at beginner's archery lessons and put
your newfound skills to the test. Ages 8 and up. Call the park office to pre-register as slots are limited. We will meet at picnic shelter #3 $10 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Come let your creative juices flow and craft to your heart's content! Craft supplies and examples will be provided. Stop by the Mellinger Center between 10am-12pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about some of the plants, landmarks, and wildlife you'll see as we hike the moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail. Meet at the Tennessee Rock Trailhead by 2pm and bring $2 cash for the event fee or pay in advance at the Visitor Center. Wear good hiking shoes and bring water. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Ages 7 to 14. Bring a lunch to cook over the campfire. Come prepared to have fun and learn new and exciting things to share with your parents and friends. Learn how to properly build and start a fire. Learn basic first aid. Learn what S.T.O.P. is and how it can help you. Nature field trip. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Campfire programs aren't what they used to be unless you come to ours where skits, songs, and s'mores are the norms. Bring your own campfire chairs or blankets and create some family memories at the park. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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The wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sitton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join our ranger for a morning full of reptilian adventure as we meet Georgia’s state reptile, the Gopher Tortoise. Meeting at the Nature Center and be sure to bring your hiking shoes, as we'll be embarking on a hike to search for our shelled friends. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Embrace your inner curiosity as we dissect and learn about the ins and outs of one of the oceans' most common animals: The Squid! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Saving endangered wildlife may sound like a daunting task, but what if conservation can take place in your own backyard? Join Etowah Rangers for a series of interpretive hikes focusing on some of Georgia's most at-risk species outlined in Georgia's State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP), and learn about the State's plan for a more 'wild' future! $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pre-registration and pre-pay required by calling the park office $20 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join the Columbus Coca-Cola Space Science Center staff for a night sky talk and sky viewing. Telescopes will be set up. Bring a chair or blanket for sitting on the grassy field. Baseball field across from Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. Time is subject to change. $5 parking. 706-393-2349.
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Learn the basics of archery in a safe environment with certified instructors. Archers must be able to pull a 10lb bow on their own. $15 per person $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Join a ranger on a guided hike to the West Overlook, Mystery Stone Wall, and a tour of the CCC fire tower. 1.5 miles/moderate. Registration required. $2 per person. Begins at the Old fort picnic area at 1pm. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us for this inaugural event as we celebrate the rich history of the naval stores industry in South Georgia! Learn all about catfaces, tar cups, rosin and turpentine! Historic demonstrations will take place throughout the day. $5 adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required) $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us at the campground activity shelter at 2PM on March 29th. Our Park Interpreter will be discussing how our colorful, enchanting friends are significant to the environment. A craft will be available. $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Join the Park Ranger for a guided tour of the 1920 Gristmill. We will discuss the history of the land, the community that used this mill, and the workings of all of the implements inside of the Agricultural History Museum. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Spring fungi are brief, but beautiful in Georgia! Meet the Naturalist on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated) to see if any fungi are out. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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A lot! Meet at the firepit in the Program Area to discuss the many ways to use what you normally toss from your firepit. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join us and learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 and up. No loose fitting clothes and long hair pulled back. Closed toed shoes is a must. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will meet at the Archery Range by the Interpretive Center. See you there! $10 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour to Camp Lawton's 160 year old Civil War Earthen Fort. Along the way we will discover more about this prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners.
Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome for a fun time of target practice. Meet at the archery range past cottage 9. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Did you know the eastern indigo snake is among the many species that are a high priority for conservation of their natural habitats? Join us at the campground picnic shelter to learn more and make an indigo snake craft. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Diamorpha smallii is in bloom! Endemic to the Southeast, this gorgeous red succulent fills Panola Mountain's solution pits during the month of March and makes for some beautiful photo opportunities. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Register in advance by calling the park office. Click event for details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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For early risers who love to greet the dawn, join up with the Interpretive Ranger for an early morning hike out
to the observation tower to catch the early rays over Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead for a 1-mile hike. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Please note: peanut butter is one of the main ingredients used. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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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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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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The Persistent Trillium flower is a species you will not find outside of this small section of the world. Hike and learn about this rare beauty and see this endemic species with your own eyes. The hike will be 2 miles with a significant stairs section.
(Programs later in the month may be canceled if flowers have wilted away) $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Eagles, hawks, falcons, and ravens, are some of Georgia's largest birds, and among its most imperiled. Come learn about these and other large avian, and the efforts to slow their decline. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join a ranger for an informative talk all about this often-misunderstood creature that inhabits Fort Mountain. Begins at the Old fort picnic area at 11am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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That good camping weather is upon us! Join the Naturalist at the Program Area to learn a few hacks that might prove useful if you are new to camping. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: eastern
rat snakes, corn snakes, an eastern garter snake, or an eastern king snake. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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The Persistent Trillium flower is a species you will not find outside of this small section of the world. Hike and learn about this rare beauty and see this endemic species with your own eyes. The hike will be 2 miles with a significant stairs section.
(Programs later in the month may be canceled if flowers have wilted away) $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Give back to nature and the community by taking part in Stewardship Sundays. Assist with activities such as trail maintenance, trash collection, gardening, cleanup, invasive plant removal, etc. Bring work gloves and water! Meet at the Interpretive Center to report for duty! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn about the different cloud formations and what they're called, and found how Cloudland Canyon got it's name! Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Spend two days with the park rangers over Bryan County Spring Break. Learn skills from the Civil War and outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, and hiking. For ages 6-12. Registration begins on February 15. Payment is due upon registration. $60. 912-727-2339.
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Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Spend two days with the park rangers over Bryan County Spring Break. Learn skills from the Civil War and outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, and hiking. For ages 6-12. Registration begins on February 15. Payment is due upon registration. $60. 912-727-2339.
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Children ages 8 to 12 are invited to join the Naturalist at the Nature Hut to learn wilderness survival skills and other activities towards earning a Jr. Ranger Badge. Pre-registration is required. $30. 706-356-4362.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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This vibrant celebration of spring will include crafting your own flower crown, dancing around a traditional maypole, and participating in fun games with exciting prizes. You will also savor delicious food and refreshing drinks while browsing unique creations from local vendors. It will be a day full of joy, community, and springtime magic! $12 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Join us at the archery range at 12PM to learn basic archery skills from our certified USA archery instructor. equipment will be provided. $10 plus $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Take time out of your hectic schedule to join us for a relaxing sunset mountain hike of Panola Mountain. There's nothing quite like watching the sun set from the top of Panola. Bring flashlights, bug spray, hiking boots and water. Ages 10+. Space is limited. Call the Nature Center to register. Must pre-register for program. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Our Annual Spring Antique Car and Tractor Show! Registration starts at 9:30 at shelter 4. Winners announced at 1:00 PM.
$20 registration fee per vehicle. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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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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Give back to nature and the community by taking part in Stewardship Sundays. Assist with activities such as trail maintenance, trash collection, gardening, cleanup, invasive plant removal, etc. Bring work gloves and water! Meet at the Interpretive Center to report for duty! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Get your kids out of the house for a little adventure and fun learning this Spring!!! This 3day camp is geared toward ages 8-14. Bring your own lunch. It includes outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: Hiking, Archery, Survival Skills, Arts and Crafts.To register call 706-456-2602 $80, $60 for each additional child per family $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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What is the buzz on bees? Join us to learn about bees, why they are important and how to attract them. We'll also be building a pollinator palace to provide a home for solitary bees. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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This week-long Junior Ranger Camp is open to ages 6+
Campers will participate in hiking, s'mores making, arts based activities, live ambassador animal programs, apple butter making, candle making, soap making and much more. $100 for the whole week per camper, or $25 per day per camper. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Get your kids out of the house for a little adventure and fun learning this Spring!!! This 3day camp is geared toward ages 8-14. Bring your own lunch. It includes outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: Hiking, Archery, Survival Skills, Arts and Crafts.To register call 706-456-2602 $80, $60 for each additional child per family $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Enjoy the junior ranger bingo game lead by our rangers. For families of all ages at picnic shelter 3. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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We are embracing Masters week. Grab a scorecard and let the games begin. Participants will do a variety of activities to score points in this goofy golf challenge. Throw a hole in one at corn hole, score in ladder golf, birdy in frisbee golf, putt in golf croquet and find the flag in our golf ball scavenger hunt. Complete the score card and win. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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This week-long Junior Ranger Camp is open to ages 6+
Campers will participate in hiking, s'mores making, arts based activities, live ambassador animal programs, apple butter making, candle making, soap making and much more. $100 for the whole week per camper, or $25 per day per camper. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Get your kids out of the house for a little adventure and fun learning this Spring!!! This 3day camp is geared toward ages 8-14. Bring your own lunch. It includes outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: Hiking, Archery, Survival Skills, Arts and Crafts.To register call 706-456-2602 $80, $60 for each additional child per family $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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This three day camp is for seven to 12-year-olds who want to learn about and explore the outdoors. Throughout the camp, Junior Rangers will craft, play, and explore their way into earning their Junior Ranger Badge. Please pack a lunch and reusable water bottle each day. Dropoff and pickup will be at the Mellinger Center in the campground. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Enjoy the junior ranger bingo game lead by our rangers. For families of all ages at picnic shelter 3. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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We are embracing Masters week. Grab a scorecard and let the games begin. Participants will do a variety of activities to score points in this goofy golf challenge. Throw a hole in one at corn hole, score in ladder golf, birdy in frisbee golf, putt in golf croquet and find the flag in our golf ball scavenger hunt. Complete the score card and win. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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This week-long Junior Ranger Camp is open to ages 6+
Campers will participate in hiking, s'mores making, arts based activities, live ambassador animal programs, apple butter making, candle making, soap making and much more. $100 for the whole week per camper, or $25 per day per camper. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Bring your homeschoolers to see authentic artifacts, 'bag and tag' artifacts discovered in our dig-boxes, see the locations of original buildings and learn about the science of archaeology. This event is weather pending, call to reserve your spot. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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This week-long Junior Ranger Camp is open to ages 6+
Campers will participate in hiking, s'mores making, arts based activities, live ambassador animal programs, apple butter making, candle making, soap making and much more. $100 for the whole week per camper, or $25 per day per camper. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This week-long Junior Ranger Camp is open to ages 6+
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join us for our first ever Don Carter Feud! Battle against other families in teams of 4 about questions related to camping and parks. Open to overnight guests and the public to participate or be our live audience! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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This campfire cooking program is peachy keen and ripe for fun! We are celebrating National Peach Cobbler Day outside the visitor center by making this classic southern treat. 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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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us to hunt Easter eggs around the park and play games for prizes. There will be art vendors selling merchandise.
4 and under egg hunt- starts at 11
5 and up egg hunt starts at 11:15
Meet at the Kirbo Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Join us for Easter Games-
Easter Egg Toss
Spoon Race
Also bring your best decorated egg for our egg decorating contest. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Bring an Easter basket and a picnic and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful riverside park. The kiddos will try to hunt down where that sneaky bunny hid those eggs. Pre-registration is required by calling 912-727-2339 $10 Per Participant $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with your family and everyone's favorite rabbit. A great photo opportunity. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. Timed tickets sold in advance, please contact the park office (after March 26). Walk-ins prepare to wait. $3, kids age 2 and under free. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Learn how people cooked about 100 years ago using a historic wood stove. Lunch will be provided in part from your own cooking efforts. This program is for children ages 7-12. One adult must stay with their children. Advance Reservations are required. Limit of 20 participants. $15 + tax/fees. 706-878-1077.
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Join us for a day of games, crafts, and plenty of hidden Easter eggs. The Easter bunny will be on site taking photos and over 2,000 eggs will be hidden. Food trucks will be available for lunch. Grab the family and join the fun. Egg hunt starts at 12:30 so arrive early! $5 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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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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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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Senator Raphael Warnock will be the guest speaker during this annual ceremony honoring FDR. 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 his legacy, we will also have a military band and color guard. Free admission until 12:30 p.m., then $7.50-$13. 706-655-5870.
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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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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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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with your family and everyone's favorite rabbit. A great photo opportunity. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. Timed tickets sold in advance, please contact the park office (after March 26). Walk-ins prepare to wait. $3, kids age 2 and under free. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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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Give back to nature and the community by taking part in Stewardship Sundays. Assist with activities such as trail maintenance, trash collection, gardening, cleanup, invasive plant removal, etc. Bring work gloves and water! Meet at the Interpretive Center to report for duty! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Enjoy a story time lead by the wonderful librarians of the Hall County Library System. Story time will be followed with an activity lead by a ranger. We will meet at Picnic Shelter #1. This month's theme is reduce, reuse, recycle! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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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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Join us for fun activities and hunting for Easter eggs. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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This guided hike will take visitors on a path to discover the wilderness that the extinct Carolina Parakeet called home. Learn the history of this magnificent bird: pick out its food sources and read its historic tales out loud. Preventing future extinctions starts with you! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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