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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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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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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: 11:00am, 1:30am, and 2:30pm $9.50- $15 706-655-5870.
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Flag Day is a day to commemorate the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. There will be a display of historical American flags, talks, and kids activites. Presentation 12:30, and 3:00 $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov
$100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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 make a father’s day card for dad at the campground pavilion! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Show your patriotic side with an American flag craft at the campground pavilion! $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Bring your chairs and blankets to the office parking lot for an outdoor movie night. Concessions will be available for purchase. Please call the office to find out what movie we're showing. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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*Thursday - learn how to pack an essential backpack
*Friday - learn how to build a fire and lean-to shelter
*Saturday- knot tying
*Sunday - hike to the west platform campsite to test out your new skills! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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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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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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Archery
Sunday, Jun 15, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
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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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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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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Paint and take home your very own set of decorative wooden coasters. Get creative and have fun! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for an ALL NEW summer themed photo scavenger hunt! Pick up your assignment at the Park Office and return with your pictures before 4pm to pick out a prize. $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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For the archer wanting something a little more than our basic archery class offers. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins? This ranger led mill tour is your chance. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. not stroller friendly. This is an easy 1 mile hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Time to talk about the good the bad and the ugly. Learn about some of the most despised and misunderstood species, and challenge yourself to learn about the good they do. Meet our ambassador animals and hopefully see them in an all new light. even the most loathsome species deserve love. Call 770-732-2613 to register or come to the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Learn to shoot a bow and about archery safety. Located behind the main office. Ages 8 and up. Must wear closed toe shoes. Spaces are limited so please register in advance by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join the Park Naturalist for a hike along the Sassafrass Trail. Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. $5 plus $5 parking. 707-356-4362.
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Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you see in the area, as well as take the opportunity to meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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 16, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
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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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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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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 9-12. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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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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The sky is the limit when you use your imagination! Arts and crafts are just the beginning for campers who will have the opportunity to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. Click event title for details. $275-$300 $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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This is an adult environmental educational program in cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry. This course is 8 weeks long and involves both classroom lectures as well as hands-on activities. The curriculum consists of 48 hours of instruction taught by state and local experts in the natural and environmental sciences. $285 plus $5 parking. 706-878-4707.
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Come on down to the Visitor's Center June 16th and 8PM and join Trey on a night hike on the Lake Loop Trail! This trail is beautiful at night with great views of the lake and perfect for star gazing. If you are lucky, you can even catch some shooting stars! Trey will talk about local folklore and state wildlife action plan (SWAP). Please park at the visitors center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-878-2201.
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June-August, we will be spending every Tuesday morning at 10am diving into a book on local wildlife, folklore, plant-life, or maybe just fan favorites! Each book will be followed by a corresponding craft or activity!
This program is meant for k-5th, but all ages welcome! Bring your imagination and meet us in the Visitor Centers Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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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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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. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Every Wednesday, 11:30am-12:30pm June-August, come cool off with a Naturalist as we dive into the ecosystem within Little Amicalola Creek! Learn about the cool creatures that call our creek "home" and hear about how the North GA river systems have been a resource for plants, wildlife, and people alike for centuries! Nets and buckets provided. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your lunch and have a creek-side picnic with a Park Ranger to celebrate International Picnic Day. You'll get the opportunity to ask any questions you may have and chat about the park. Stop by the picnic tables on the Black Rock Lake trail any time between 12-1pm; park at the parking area and take a left on the trail. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Enjoy a lovely stroll around the lake and learn to identify some of the trees you will see. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area by 1:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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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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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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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. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Come join us for a one day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of carnivorous plants, fishing tips, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime.
Please call the office to register in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $50 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Meet at the campground pavilion for a flower painting craft! All the mess with none of the cleanup! All ages welcome. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Soak in some of the day’s extra sunshine on the rock and enjoy live music by local artists Adam and Joe while you make your own suncatcher! $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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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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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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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Get ready for a day of fun activities with our rangers, and earn your Hofwyl-Broadfield Junior Ranger badge!
-This camp is for ages 6-12.
-Call 912-264-7333, email allie.ellis@dnr.ga.gov, or click event link to register $10.50 912-264-7333.
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How did the African community live during enslavement in Georgia up to the Civil War, and how did life change in the decades after June 19, 1865 when slavery ended in the United States? Join us on this walking tour to learn about the people who lived in middle Georgia before the war and stayed after to seek a new beginning. Reservations required. $4.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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To celebrate Juneteenth we're hosting a guided nature hike on the purple trail. all ages welcome, moderate terrain change on this mile ling hike. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This guided hike focuses on the legacy of Harriet Tubman; one of the most remarkable naturalists who was able to prove that understanding our natural landscapes is a path to freedom. This guided hike will span 2 miles noting plants that were just as useful then as they are now. To register call 770-732-2613 or come in person to the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Cool off with a popsicle at the pool! $1 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us in some friendly competition for an evening volleyball game! We will supply face paint, glow sticks, and a volleyball tutorial led by our interpretive staff! Waters will be provided as well as first aid. This program is meant for grade levels 7th-12th. Bring your A-game and meet us at the campground volleyball net! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Celebrate American Eagle Day with us! Craft your own bald eagle to take home with you while you learn about our national symbol and its conservation success story. Stop by the Mellinger Center in the campground between 10am-12pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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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 Visitor Center anytime between 1:00-2:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Explore and learn about all the fun macroinvertebrates that call Crooked River home. Who knows what we’ll find? Fee is $3 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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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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Campers will discover the natural wonders of the park from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Tuesday through Friday. Camp includes parking pass, swimming (Wednesday through Friday only), archery, art projects, t-shirt, special science activities, nature and trail discoveries, canoe and kayaking and map skills. $175. 706-663-4858.
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Get crafty and make a beautiful mini leaf-shaped bowl with a ranger! These fun little keepsakes will help children learn about plants and nature along the Georgia coast. $2. 912-437-4770.
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Get crafty and make a beautiful mini leaf-shaped bowl with a ranger! These fun little keepsakes will help children learn about plants and nature along the Georgia coast. $2. 912-437-4770.
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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 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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Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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Meet below shelter 4 for a guided hike along Victoria's Path. We'll be finishing the hike at Sliding Rock where you can slide in the water and cool off! Please call the office to sign up. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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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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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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Bo will be in the Visitor Center and on the trails teaching the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace, which show children & adults how responsible actions protect the outdoors. Knowledge and preparation are essential to enjoying all that nature has to offer while ensuring the wonders of the outdoors are there for generations to come! $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Hike with the Naturalist alongside a beautiful wilderness creek and see what species of flora you can identify with our Nature App. Bring a journal to record your findings!
(1 mile hike will be from the Visitor Center to Trailhead 1 Creek and back) $8 Adult / $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths, and the threatened species specific to Cloudland Canyon in this short thirty minute program. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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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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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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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
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
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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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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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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 21, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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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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Chat with a ranger and walk ½ mile in (1 mile total) to Buzzard’s Roost. Watch the sun rise (6:32 am) and learn more about the park. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water and snacks. Wear comfortable shoes. Cancelled if inclement weather. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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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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Immerse yourselves in the wonders of nature with a flower craft made from Longleaf pine cones collected on the park. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required at the Park Office or by calling (706) 663-4858. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center prior to event start time. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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This year marks 160 years since the end of the American Civil War. While men folk were off to the war, women, children, and the elderly were fighting their own back home. Join us as our interpretive staff along with other living historians tell the stories of life on the home front in the Wiregrass region of Georgia at the close of the war. Fee free $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Want to shoot an arrow in archery, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants. Please visit the Eventbrite link to register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on a paddle around Lake Rutledge. Ages 10 and up. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Wander through the woods as tiny lights twinkle around you, guiding your way under the starry sky. Join a Ranger, as we walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for firefly species and other night creatures. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Please register using the link below. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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 behind the Interpretive Center. See you there! $10 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Do you want to learn new gardening skills, if so stop by New Echota SHS for this program. Join the rangers and learn how the Cherokee farmed for their daily substance. The program is a weather dependent program. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Join our Rangers to learn how to read a compass. The program will start in the picnic area and transverse through out the grounds of New Echota. The Ranger will teach you the skills to follow a preset course using just a compass. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Programs will include: “Dressing a Woman in the mid-1800s” (M. Manley), “Medicinal Herbs of the Civil War” (T. Meeks) and “Gunsmithing during the Civil War” (J. Nash). In addition, Civil War books will also be available for purchase. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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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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Have you ever wanted to go inside the New Manchester Mill Ruins? This ranger led mill tour is your chance. Learn the story behind the site and why folks are only allowed inside when accompanied by a ranger. please dress for the weather, closed toed shoes and sunglasses or a hat are recommended. not stroller friendly. This is an easy 1 mile hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This easy 2.5 mile guided hike showcases one of our most imperiled ecosystems. Grasslands have globally been declining at a rapid rate. These grasslands are essential for a healthy and functional ecosystem providing services for wildlife, erosion control, and nutrient cycling. See the difference our native grasses can make! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Prepare to hear a ghost story about the natural resources that once resided in Sweetwater Creek. What does the American Persimmon, Devil's Walkingstick, Honey Locust, and Wild Tomato have in common? These plants have survived past their extinct coevolution species. To hear our tale of Evolutionary Anachronism call 770-732-2613 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Give archery a shot or brush up on your skills! Must be able to draw 20lbs bow. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and they will direct you where to go. Please call and register in advance space is limited $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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come learn how to fish then Join the ranger on a fishing trip and ask any questions you may have. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you see in the area, as well as take the opportunity to meet one of our live snakes! Feel free to ask our park naturalist any questions that you may have about the park, or its wildlife. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at our Nature Hut and make the all time favorite campfire treat....S'mores !!! $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a family friendly movie at the Nature Hut . Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Pick up a summer crossword puzzle from the office. Turn in completed by 3:00 PM for a prize! $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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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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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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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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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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Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths, and the threatened species specific to Cloudland Canyon in this short thirty minute program. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Archery
Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
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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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