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Events starting 5/31/2025


Saturday, May 31, 2025

Cardboard Boat Competition
Saturday, May 31, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Bring out your competitive side! We’ll be building cardboard boats and sending them down sliding rock. First one to the bottom wins! Meet at shelter 4. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Movie Under the Stars
Saturday, May 31, 2025 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Bring your chairs to the office parking lot for our first summer movie under the stars! Concessions will be available for purchase. Call the office to find out what movie we’ll be showing. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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CCC Museum Tour
Saturdays 12 PM - 1 PM  
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Come learn about the CCC at our museum and the work that the 'CCC boys' did for the park and the country. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Be Bear Aware
Saturdays 3:30 PM - 4 PM  
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Summer is here and so are our resident black bears. This ranger talk teaches you how to camp and hike safely in bear country. Meet the ranger at the lake Pavilion at 3:30, 3pm. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Fire Building 101
Saturdays 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM  
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Come to Vogel and learn how to start a fire without a match! Meet the naturalist at the lake pavilion. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Music in the Park
Saturdays 7 PM - 9 PM until Sep 27, 2025 
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Come to the Lake Trahlyta Pavilion and enjoy a cool mountain evening with music from different artists each week. Bring your own chair. Donations appreciated. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Saturday, May 31, 2025 12 PM to 12:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Tree ID Hike
Saturday, May 31, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us on a 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life. Meet at the visitor center. Please bring water and comfortable shoes $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Wormsloe Public Archaeology Day
9 AM - 3 PM  
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Staff and experts from the University of Georgia will be at the Tabby Ruins providing information and demonstrations on ground penetrating radar as well as LIDAR, both tools that help archaeologists understand and locate historical features that have been lost to time. $3.25 - $12 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, June 1, 2025

Sitton's Cave Adventures
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Trees ID Walk
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Archery
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Nature's Art Box: Found Art: Flowers
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Nature's Art Box: Found Art: Flowers
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Kids Blowgun Craft
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 1PM-2PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-387-3747.
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Bear Talk
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Come join a ranger for an informative talk about black bears. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 11:00am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM  
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Wilkins Greenway Trail! We'll follow the Old Birdberry Trail out from the Visitor Center & through the bird sanctuary, then follow the Wilkins branch out to Lee St and back, ~2.5m. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Heritage Farm Tour
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm with a knowledgeable guide. Learn the history of early pioneers, their ways of life, and the work they did to carve out a living in the Wiregrass region of Georgia. $5 for adults; $3 for children 12 and under $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Backyard Biodiversity
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for our Backyard Biodiversity program! Our naturalist will teach visitors all about some common animals you can find right in your own Georgia backyard! $2 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Morning Kayak Paddle
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist on a guided paddle on our Park's blackwater lake! Let's see how many of the native plants and animals we can spot. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event to secure your spot. We will meet at the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim. All minors ages 3-11 must share a kayak with an adult. $25 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Gopher Tortoise Hike
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist for a guided hike on our Big Creek Trail and enter the fascinating habitat of our gopher tortoise! This hike is to bring awareness to all the efforts to protect this amazing reptile! Sign up at the Visitor Center prior to the hike. We will meet at the Visitor Center to hit the trail. See you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Traveler's Rest Historic Site - Toccoa, GA
Come see some awesome snakes and learn about their habitats. $2. 706-886-2256.
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Birding by the Bridge
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a relaxing morning as we go on a birding adventure. This program will teach visitors about birding basics while we explore the trails from Watson Mill Bridge to Big Clouds Creek. Please wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring water. Hike is about 2 miles roundtrip. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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New Discoveries: Historic Mills Walking Tour
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a 1.5 hour, 3 mile round -trip hike through history dating back to the 1700s! Learn about the history of the park, the mills that powered industry, and see the newly discovered mill site that predates Watson’s Mill. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Monday, June 2, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp- CANCELED
9 AM - 2 PM until Jun 4, 2025 
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
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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Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Turtles of Georgia
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Yoga on the Beach
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Start your morning off right with a good stretch and breathing exercises. Meet us on the beach for a guided yoga session. This event is for all ages and beginners are welcome. Please bring a towel or a yoga mat and a water bottle. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Nature's Art Box: Found Art: Flowers
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 10:30 AM to 12 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Junior Colonial Ranger Day Camps We plan to explore what makes our Coastal Georgia history so special. The day camp will involve team building and exploration throughout the Fort. Cost: $75 per child, open to ages 7 to 12 years old. Must register here: https://forms.gle/YCsGC2TUer16yEUp8 $75. 912-437-4770.
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Junior Ranger Camp Ages 6-8: June 2nd - 6th
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Junior Ranger Camp Ages 6-8: June 2nd - 6th Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 6-8. Registration Open. Payment is due upon registration. $150. 912-727-2339.
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Jr. Ranger Camp: ages 6-9
8:30 AM - 3 PM until Jun 5, 2025 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Grab the kids and send them our way! The children will work on earning their Jr. Ranger badge, hike trails, discover the importance of sustainability, and explore the great outdoors all while making lifetime memories. Space is limited to 12 campers. $100 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Junior Ranger Camp June 2-6: Nature Engineers
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Registration opens February 15th, 2025. Waiver and registration form must be submitted first. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Please be sure to mention any allergies, special needs, or requests upon registration. Ages 6-10. Click event for more details. $200. 770-389-7801.
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Junior Ranger Camp: Operation Conservation June 2-5 (ages 6-9)
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 8:30 AM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Junior Ranger Camp: Operation Conservation June 2-5 (ages 6-9) What role do young people play in conserving local wildlife populations and natural habitats? Find out during this week of fun, educational activities! Junior Rangers will have the opportunity to learn about Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow* while hiking, birdwatching, interacting with ambassador animals, and more. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp- CANCELED
9 AM - 2 PM until Jun 4, 2025 
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
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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Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Tuesday, Jun 3, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
­Cloudland Canyon is the only state park in Georgia that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1 hour presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Flashes in the Dark: Fireflies
Tuesday, Jun 3, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
The flashing lights of fireflies are synonymous with summer nights! In this program you'll find out why they glow, and other fascinating facts about these unique insects. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Jun 3, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Trees ID Walk
Tuesday, Jun 3, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tea Time Tuesdays
Tuesdays 12 PM - 1 PM  
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake & the Old Fort from the cafe tables at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Junior Ranger Day Camp - Week 1 - Cancelled
9 AM - 3 PM until Jun 5, 2025 
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Jr. Ranger Camp: ages 6-9
8:30 AM - 3 PM until Jun 5, 2025 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Grab the kids and send them our way! The children will work on earning their Jr. Ranger badge, hike trails, discover the importance of sustainability, and explore the great outdoors all while making lifetime memories. Space is limited to 12 campers. $100 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp- CANCELED
9 AM - 2 PM  
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
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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Tails on Trails
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
We love the pups here at CCSP! Bring your four-legged friends on this hike on the Overlook Trail from the interpretive Center to the Catfish Pond at the Meadowlands. This is a moderate 2-mile hike round trip. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Going...Going...Gone?
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Flashes in the Dark: Fireflies
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
The flashing lights of fireflies are synonymous with summer nights! In this program you'll find out why they glow, and other fascinating facts about these unique insects. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Junior Ranger Day Camp - Week 1 - Cancelled
9 AM - 3 PM until Jun 5, 2025 
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Jr. Ranger Camp: ages 6-9
8:30 AM - 3 PM until Jun 5, 2025 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Grab the kids and send them our way! The children will work on earning their Jr. Ranger badge, hike trails, discover the importance of sustainability, and explore the great outdoors all while making lifetime memories. Space is limited to 12 campers. $100 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join a ranger on a 3-day adventure full of learning and exploring. Open to children ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, June 5, 2025

Turtles of Georgia
Thursday, Jun 5, 2025 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Thursday, Jun 5, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Birding Basics
Thursday, Jun 5, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Enjoy a relaxing morning as we go on a birding adventure. This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River. Guests are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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DIY Bird Feeders
Thursday, Jun 5, 2025 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones and peanut butter. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Junior Ranger Day Camp - Week 1 - Cancelled
9 AM - 3 PM  
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, habitat conservation, etc. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Summer Snakes
Thursday, Jun 5, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Slither on down to Jack Hill State Park. This educational snake talk will cover all of the snake basics! We will take a look at common snakes you can find during the summer season as we provide ID tips, safety advice, and dispel some common snake myths. $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Jr. Ranger Camp: ages 6-9
8:30 AM - 3 PM  
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Grab the kids and send them our way! The children will work on earning their Jr. Ranger badge, hike trails, discover the importance of sustainability, and explore the great outdoors all while making lifetime memories. Space is limited to 12 campers. $100 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Friday, June 6, 2025

Golden Hour Lake Walk
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join Rangers for an easy walk around our .8 mile Black Rock Lake Trail and learn about some plants we will see along the way while enjoying gorgeous golden hour. Wear good shoes to walk in and bring water. Bring $2 cash for the event fee. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area by 6pm. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Cawwwwl of the Corvids
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Tied Up in Knots
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Fishing FUNdamentals
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 8 PM to 9 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Kids Blowgun Craft
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 1PM-2PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-387-3747.
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Bead Buddies--Make a Reptile Keychain
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
A Ranger will lead kids and adults on how to make pony-bead animal keychains. Learn the importance of wildlife conservation by making an alligator, snake, or lizard for only $2! This activity is suited for ages +7. $2. 912-437-4770.
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Bear Talk
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Come join a ranger for an informative talk about black bears. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 11:00am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Fire Tower Trek
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 1 PM to 4 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join a ranger on a guided hike to the West Overlook and a tour of the CCC fire tower. 1.5 miles/moderate. Registration is required. $2 per person. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 1pm. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Trivia Night
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sky Fishing Friday
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 9 PM to 10 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Sky fishing is a fun way to see night-time insects in a new light. A sheet with a light shining on it will be put up by Picnic Shelter 4. Nocturnal insects, like moths, are attracted to the light and land on the sheet, which allows us to get a closer look at how nocturnal insects have adapted to living in the dark. This is an all-ages free event. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Soap Making
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for our Soap Making program! Learn a simple, easy, and safe soapmaking process easy for all ages to learn. You will get to create your own personalized bar of soap with colors, additives, fragrances, etc. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Wild Georgia Arts & Crafts
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge - McRae-Helena, GA
Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge Come explore the wonders of Georgia’s fascinating wildlife while getting creative! Featured Species: Gopher Tortoise, Red-cockaded Woodpecker, Spotted Turtle, & Eastern Indigo Snake Learn interesting facts about these unique species. Get inspired to create a work of art featuring the species that fascinates you the most! $5 parking. 229-868-7474.
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Sunset on the Swamp Cruise
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 8 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset. Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour of the swamp. See birds heading home to roost and alligators heading out to hunt, hear the frogs start their chorus, and watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $20-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Archery 101
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Ages 8 and up welcome for this beginner level archery class. Meet at the archery range. Wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Tree ID Hike
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us on a 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life. Meet at the visitor center. Please bring water and comfortable shoes $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunset Paddle
Friday, Jun 6, 2025 7:30 PM to 8:45 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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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Birds of Prey
Saturday, Jun 7, 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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National Black Bear Day!
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Come celebrate our American Black Bears and hear from Black Bear enthusiast, Gerold Hodge with Appalachian Friends of Bears! Learn about what part they play in the environment, what they do for us, and what we can do to help them. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Sunset Stories
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 8 PM to 9 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
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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Apps to Nature 101 with Bird Bingo
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come learn how to use the two different Apps to Nature that the Naturalist use, followed by a fun game of bird bingo! Winner gets a prize! $8 Adult /$5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Creek Critters
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program will take you down to Daniel Creek where we'll wade in the creek to search for aquatic critters to see what lives in the canyon's streams. For kids and adults ages 8+. Close-toed shoes that can get wet are required. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Turtles of Georgia
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Crime and Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
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Beach Bash Tournament
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Missing the thrill of a school field day? Come to our beach to play classic field day games like a spoon race and limbo. We will split you into teams so you can come with a group or by yourself and make some new friends! For people of all ages looking to have some fun on the beach. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Fish of Georgia Campfire Program
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Ever wondered how you can age a fish, or what the state record is for the biggest fish caught in Georgia? Come find out at the Fish of GA Campfire Program! Listen to a story and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Paint The Park at Sunset
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 7:45 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Archery
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Conservation Coloring Stories
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Each participant will be given a drawing prompt from a story. Once everyone has finished their pictures, we will read the story and share the pictures that everyone drew. The pictures will be shared on our facebook page and have a chance to be featured in a book in our visitors center. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Nature's Art Box: Found Art: Flowers
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Elijah Clark State Park - Lincolnton, GA
Archery target shooting adventure for ages 12 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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National Trails Day Hike
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Tens of thousands of outdoor enthusiasts, federal and local agencies, land trusts, and businesses come together in partnership to advocate for, and care for our public lands and trails! Join the Rangers at Etowah for a guided hike along our mile long Perimeter Nature Trail. As we hike, visitors will learn more about the rich Mississippian Culture! 770-387-3747.
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