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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Archery for Girl Scouts- Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Calling all girls scouts to try their hand at archery in celebration of Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day. 706-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at our Nature Hut for an informative program about snakes that are native to Georgia and meet our snake ambassadors. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come join us in the Nature Hut to check out some taxidermy animals you could see in the area and 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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Craft
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at the Nature Hut to make some fun and exciting crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 8:30 PM to 10 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet behind the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie under the stars. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Archery 101 and Hayride
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Calling all Girl Scout Troops! Enjoy an Archery 101 class and hayride through the park. We will meet at Picnic shelter #1 and take a hayride to the archery range where we will enjoy Archery 101, followed by a hayride through the park. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Music in the Park
Saturdays 7 PM - 9 PM – Sep 13, 2025 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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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Girl Scouts are invited to come earn their junior ranger badge experiencing hands-on creek ecology. They will also be making a outdoor kit to take home! $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Saturday, Sep 13, 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. $0 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Fungi Hike
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Take a hike through the park while learning about some of the fungi species that call it home. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Creek Critters Hike
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along beaver creek. $5.00 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 7 PM to 8:15 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. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks at Wormsloe
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 11 AM to 3:30 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Are you a Girl Scout? Do you love Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites? Come explore Wormsloe's interpretive trail including historic ruins, gravesite, a Native American shell midden, and more. Join us for ranger-led hikes on the blue trail at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Girl Scouts State Parks Day -Scavenger Hunt with a Ranger
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Girl scouts get ready for some Autumn fun and enjoy the beautiful fall colors and fresh air! Join us for a super cool scavenger hunt along the trails. We'll give you a scavenger hunt card - and the person who finds everything first wins a prize! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Our park's Naturalist will be conducting a program on the endangered plants and animals of Cloudland Canyon in the Interpretive Center at 10:00 AM, followed by opportunities for GSA Troops to participate in conservation and service activities around the park. Please contact the Park office if you would like to schedule a program for your Troop. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Birding Basics
Sunday, Sep 14, 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
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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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Knot Tying
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Knot Tying
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Knot Tying
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 3 PM to 3:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie useful knots for camping, packing, and hauling in this hands-on instructional class. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Crime & Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day Hike
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Meet our naturalist on the Huckleberry trail for a lesson on hiking safety and prescribed fires! Registration required. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Leave No Trace
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Meet our naturalist at the picnic benches across from picnic shelter 1 for a lesson in Leave No Trace, followed by a bark/leaf rubbing craft! $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Girls Scouts Love State Parks: Junior Ranger Jamboree
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Calling all Girl Scout Troops! Walk with Etowah rangers and earn your Junior Ranger badge by participating in nature and history activities! $2-6 Admission. 770-387-3747.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Gorgone Checkerspot Butterfly Lifecycle
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a nature craft while we learn about the Gorgone Checkerspot Butterfly and its hostplants and how we can take part in protecting this species. We will learn about the life cycle of the butterfly and wet-felt a Checkerspot cocoon (chrysalis) out of wool. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Girl Scouts Love Historic Archery!
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Our Archery Through the Ages is available for Girl Scouts. A ranger will be present to demonstrate how to use the ancient Atlatl as well as longbow. Scouts must be at least 8 years old to participate. Space is limited, so please call in advance! $10. 912-437-4770.
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Cast Away Your Worries: Shrimping & Cast Nets
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Learn about how to fish in our local rivers and around the barrier islands. We will be shrimping over low tide off Red Bird Creek. This is a beginner's class that will teach you to throw a cast net, and hopefully, we'll catch ourselves a shrimp dinner! This is perfect for new Georgians. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Paint in the Park
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join our naturalist, Chainey, for a Sunday morning painting in the park. We have plenty of beautiful green spaces and wildlife to use for your inspiration! Supplies will be provided with the program fee. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Hikes
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Register your Girl Scout troop to join a Ranger for a nature hike around the three-mile Redbird Trail. Enjoy beautiful views of the Ogeechee River and maritime forest while learning about the flora and fauna of Georgia's coast. Pre-registration is required. Call 912-727-2339 to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Spinning Wool and a Fort Tour
10 AM - 11 AM from Sep 14, 2025 
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Girl Scouts, step back in time! Try your hand at wool carding and spinning just like early settlers, feel the textures of natural fibers, and take a guided Fort tour with an American Continental soldier. Call 912-884-5999 to register. $5. 912-884-5999.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM – Sep 14, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 7 IS CANCELED Come meet our naturalist on a leisurely, 2-3 mile stroll through our bird sanctuary around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. We'll head out from the Visitor Center to find a forest habitat teeming with songbirds, and we may even spot a beaver! This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday 9 AM & 11 AM. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Girl Scouts we invite you to get outdoors at George L Smith State Park and complete activities from your Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge 2025. Complete at least 25 activities from the list to earn your Girls Scout Patch. Call 478 763 2759 or email glsstatepark@gmail.com in advance to schedule a private program for your group. $5 parking. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Beginner Archery Class - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
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. Event open to all public, including Girl Scouts. Space limited to 10 participants. Please use the link below to pre-register. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Kayaking 101 - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 5 PM to 7 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 8 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking (any minor needs to be accompanied by an adult). Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. Event open to all public, including Girl Scouts. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Gorgone Checkerspot Craft & Learn
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring Girl Scouts to learn about the local species of interest, the Gorgone Checkerspot butterfly! We'll also make a magnet to take home. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Fishing Fun for Girl Scouts!
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 4 PM to 5:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Any local Girl Scouts welcome to come and fish, search the lakeside for other critters and learn about local fish species! Some fishing gear provided, or bring your own! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Watch
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 to Monday, Sep 15, 2025 10 AM to 3:30 AM
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette, GA
Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Watch Join our park rangers for guided hikes to learn about our native wildlife. Saturday our rangers will take you on a hike to learn about our native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Sunday is all about birds, so join a birding walk to identify native birds and learn about bird conservation in our local forests. $1.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 7 AM to 10 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Get outdoors at Magnolia Springs and complete activities from your Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge 2025. Complete at least 25 activities from the list to earn your patch. Call in advance to schedule a private program for your group. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Creature Feature
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Any Girl Scout group can attend this event. Preregistration is required. This event will span 2 days with morning and afternoon time slots available with a limit of two groups per time slot. Saturday's project will be Historic Gardening 101. Rangers programs provided in addition to the project activity. 770-443-7850.
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Girl Scouts Love State Parks Survival Fire Building
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Calling all Girls Scouts for Girl Scouts Love State Park Day! Do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Meditation at the park
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 to Monday, Sep 15, 2025 5 PM to 6 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a meditation session led by the monks of the Atlanta Meditation Center, designed to help clear our minds for the holiday season. This free event will take place at the historical cabin behind the Visitor Center. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Skills -Girl Scouts Love State Parks
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work independently or as a family team to build your own shelter using natural materials. Then, learn essential skills in fire building and knot tying. This program is geared toward ages 8 and up. Pre-registration is required. Registration ends September 8th. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Girl Scouts Love State Park Day Invasive Removal
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Come help us care for our parks by removing invasive species. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center at 1pm and removing invasive species. Please wear close toes shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterfalls and Watercolors - Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites Art Contest Creation
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Georgia State Parks Highschooler Art Contest. Paint a landscape scene from our park and earn a chance to have your work featured in the state capital! If you love art and the outdoors and you're currently a Georgia high school student, you are eligible to participate. Must RSVP by 10/17 for art supplies to be provided! $5 parking. 706-752-7981.
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Hike with a Ranger - Sassafras Trail
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Enjoy an informative hike with the park naturalist along the sassafras trail. Meet at Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Archery 101
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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5K Trail Race
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join our park rangers on this moderate 5K/3.1 mile trail race. Participants are encouraged to bring water and running shoes. 1st place gets their choice of t-shirt from the visitor center! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Nature Journal
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for some arts & crafts fun by making your own field journal! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Build-a-Kit
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to make your very own outdoor survival kit. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Get out in the sun and enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Homeschool Day
Tuesday, Sep 16, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 24 hours before the scheduled time!* Each month we will focus, discover, and enjoy a different nature related topic with hands-on activities. Pre-registration required. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Sep 16, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Read with a Ranger 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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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, September 18, 2025

Art Contest - Nature Journaling
Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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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Crime & Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Pewter Pour
Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 12 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Discover how pewter is heated and used for castings. Create your own souvenir using pre-made molds or design one from scratch. Visit the picnic tables located behind the Visitors Center. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, September 19, 2025

Homeschool Friday-Bats and Habitats
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us the third Friday of each month for Homeschool Day! September's theme is bats! We will learn about bats in Georgia, build bat houses, and play bat games! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Fishing FUNdamentals
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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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Squid Dissection
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 2 hours before the scheduled time!* 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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Creatures of the Night Hike
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 8 PM to 9 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!* Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $2 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Trivia Night
Friday, Sep 19, 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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Night Sounds Hike by Lake Rutledge
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 9 PM to 10 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Salamander Meander
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. Click event for more details. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Traditional Yucca Bracelet Crafting
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Create a traditional hands-on craft with a plant native to Panola Mountain -- the Spoonleaf Yucca. Learn how to identify the plant, prepare the plant to harvest the fibers, and twist the fibers into twine to create a bracelet. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Meet at the Nature Center. Ages 10+ $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Sunset on the Swamp Cruise
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset. Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into 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. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Critters, Crafts, and Coffee
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors. This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle, making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 20, 2025

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists. Find us in the Visitor Center's Arch Room! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Sunset Stories
Saturday, Sep 20, 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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Glow in the Dark Star Gazing
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your hot chocolate, apple cider, or coffee and join the Ranger in a hike along the flat rock trail for a beautiful night of stargazing. Have fun learning how to use the Skyview App to identify different constellations! $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Art in the Park
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Bring your favorite art medium and join the park Naturalist for an art session at one of the park's inspiring spots. This is especially geared for high school students participating in the statewide parks art contest. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Archery 101
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Want to learn archery? Join us on the range to learn how to use a bow. Get the chance to show off your skills, and maybe find your next hobby! $15.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* 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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Eye Spy Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
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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Salamander Meander
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Have you ever seen a salamander or caught a crayfish? Join Park Rangers for an investigative stream lab to discover salamanders and other cold-stream inhabitants. Nets and other critter-catching tools provided. Wear shoes you can get wet. Meet to the right of pool playground. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Civil War Rag Doll Making
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Step back in time and learn the craft of making traditional rag dolls. This hands-on program will guide you through the history and techniques of creating the dolls used by children in the 1860s. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Archery 101
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Learn the basics of archery on a safe range with certified instructors. Note: All of our bows (provided) are right-handed. Space is limited. $15. 912-727-2339.
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Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Sep 20, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
SEPTEMBER 6 IS CANCELED Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Heritage Day at Hamburg Mill
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Hamburg State Park - Mitchell, GA
The Friends of Hamburg State Park will fire up the 1920's gristmill to demonstrate how corn is processed into Con Meal and Grits. $5.00 per person to enter the mill, $5.00 paking fee per vehicle. We will have regional crafts for the kids, and other activities planned! $5 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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101 Weekend - Archery 101
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
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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101 Weekend - Hammock Camping 101
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Ever wanted to hammock camp, but aren't quite sure what to do? Or maybe you have hammock camped before and just want a refresher. Join a ranger to learn the basics of camping, what to look for in a campsite, and most importantly, how to set up your hammock safely. Ages 10+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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101 Weekend - Survival Skills
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. 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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Harvest Moon Dance
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 6 PM to 9 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Hardman Farm’s fall premiere event, the Harvest Moon Dance, will bring the farm to life with live 1930's jazz music, delicious food, and a night of dancing under the stars. $65. 706-878-1077.
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Paint and Pop
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Calling all high school students! Join us as the park hosts an art contest and paint the park's beautiful landscapes. The contest is open to 9th-12th grades and participants will have the opportunity to be submit their paintings for consideration to be displayed at the Georgia State Capitol. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Annual Autumn Food Truck and Vendor's Bazaar
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 10 AM to 2:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
We are holding our annual Food Truck and Vendors Bazaar on Saturday, September 20, 2025. We anticipate hundreds of shoppers coming out to eat and browse. Please email 2retiredroamers@gmail.com for any questions or call 912-670-1603. $5 parking. 912-670-1603.
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