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Knowing how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a GREAT skill to have. It can seem like an impossible task to some, but we have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Not to mention... you would look SO much cooler with a bow in your hand, shooting arrows at high speed! We also just so happen to have the equipment, and the know-how, to get your shots where you want them.
Pre-registration is required in order to guarantee your spot. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Not to mention... you would look SO much cooler with a bow in your hand, shooting arrows at high speed! We also just so happen to have the equipment, and the know-how, to get your shots where you want them.
Pre-registration is required in order to guarantee your spot. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day.
Your kids will participate in:
Fishing
Sand Art
Popsicle Making
Natural Tie Dye
Nature Hikes and Plant ID
Historic Games
Creek Exploration
Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $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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International Bat Night is the last Saturday in August. Observe this holiday with us as we endeavor to observe bats during this night hike! Meanwhile we'll discuss facts about bats. Take this info home for your own bat exploration interests (because you can not take the bats home). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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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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Birding
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 9:30 AM to 10 AM
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Come out and enjoy a fun birding adventure with our naturalist. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Craft
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
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Join us at the Nature Hut to make some fun and exciting crafts. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Last movie night in the pool! Concessions will be available for purchase. Ages 12+ Space is limited. Call the office to sign up and to find out the movie we’re watching! $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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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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With this fun, self-led scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail, you will play the role of a conservationist who needs to find Georgia's threatened and endangered animals to help protect them. Ask for a checklist from the visitor center, and once the scavenger hunt is completed, you can win a prize and a stamp for your Wild Georgia bookmark! . $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Explore day to day life of what it was like here at Etowah during the Mississippian Period. Learn about raising a Three Sisters kitchen garden, how homes were built, and the expectations of different family members here around the site. A great program for families and home school students! Visitors will get to take home their own packet of seeds. $2. 770-387-3747.
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Curious about what you can create using just paper, glue, and your hands? Come create mountain and wildlife themed paper mosaics with a ranger! All ages welcome. Begins at Picnic Shelter 5 at 11:00 AM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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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. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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In conjunction with our Wiregrass Quilt Show we will have a special quilt display in the Relihan Museum and Nature Center. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. 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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Mushrooms can be unpredictable, but odds are we'll see some in the woods this time of year. Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead Parking Area to hike on the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Camping Kids, do you have what it takes to complete our obstacle course for a prize? Meet at the playground in the Riverside Campground to give it a try! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist for a beautiful sunset kayak paddle on our blackwater lake!. Pre-register at the Visitor Center by 5:00PM the day of the event. Space is limited! We will meet at the kayaks beside the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim. We hope to see you there! $25 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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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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Join us for a hike along the Sweet Gum Trail where we will explore various tree species that inhabit the park. Learn about the characteristics of each and discuss their role in the environment. Additionally, we will address some endangered species in Georgia and events that led to their decline. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Grab a cup of coffee and sit for a spell. Have a chat with our naturalist, who will be available at the fire ring behind the Visitor Center. This is your chance to discuss the history, flora, and fauna at Skidaway Island with one of our friendly, knowledgeable rangers. Coffee and tea available for sale in the gift shop or bring your own. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day.
Your kids will participate in:
Fishing
Sand Art
Popsicle Making
Natural Tie Dye
Nature Hikes and Plant ID
Historic Games
Creek Exploration
Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Enjoy the last weekend of Tallulah Falls Beach 2025 and have fun at our beach bash. We'll have music, beach toys, games, and more! $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Meet the Naturalist at the Park office for a crash course in Kayaking. We'll be going over basic strokes, maneuvers, as well as Paddling Safety. Afterwards we'll hop into the water and test our new found knowledge. Be sure to bring water, snacks, dry clothes, and a towel. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a family friendly movie at the day use parking lot. 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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With this fun, self-led scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail, you will play the role of a conservationist who needs to find Georgia's threatened and endangered animals to help protect them. Ask for a checklist from the visitor center, and once the scavenger hunt is completed, you can win a prize and a stamp for your Wild Georgia bookmark! . $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. 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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Campers are invited for some friendly competition while enjoying good old fashioned games like horseshoes and 4-square. Come to the field behind the Pool House after 6:30pm and wrap up at 8:30pm. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt's Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day.
Your kids will participate in:
Fishing
Sand Art
Popsicle Making
Natural Tie Dye
Nature Hikes and Plant ID
Historic Games
Creek Exploration
Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This Labor Day, learn about the hard and dangerous work that went into the completion of the Tallulah River hydroelectric projects. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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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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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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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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Lets do something super fun for Grandparents Day! Grandparents get ready to channel your inner child- think crazy socks, bright colors, and maybe even a silly hat! And grandkids, its your turn to embrace your wiser side- grab those glasses, a cardigan, and get ready to be the cutest little old person you can be! $2 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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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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Unleash the fun as dogs swim and play in and around the largest spring-fed pool in Georgia. Music, activities and contests. Fenced in pool area. Off-leash ok. Located at Liberty Bell Pool off Hwy 354
No humans allowed in the pool. You can pre-pay at the office or pay correct change at the door. Bring proof of rabies vaccine. $10 per dog $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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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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As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy the changing colors on the lake during this ranger-guided tour. After the sun sets, experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. Spaces are limited. Geared towards ages 8 and above. For more info and to register, please click on the link below. $20 if you use your boat or $25 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Come out and paint Mistletoe State Park. This program is for beginners to painting or someone with experience who wants to paint with a group. This program is being offered in part with our statewide art contest. This contest is designed for high schoolers in the state of Georgia. More information can be found at GaStateParks.org/ArtContest. Free plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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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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Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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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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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Join us to learn, and use the basics of primitive shelter building to build a fort in the woods. This is a kid friendly program. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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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Fun craft for children ages 8 and up. Enjoy a Sunday morning by making a guilded craft. Come for the class, then stay and enjoy the playground and picnic area. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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. Starts & ends at the Visitor Center. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center before 5pm day of event. Hike begins promptly at 8:30 PM. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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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 this 1 mile hike. Ages 10 and up. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Basket weaving is a rich historical art that has deep cultural roots. Many different cultures across the world have perfected the arts of basket weaving with a variety of different natural materials. Watch a ranger while they demonstrate the basics of making a basket out of pine needles in front of the Park Office. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Before you could get fishing line and nylon rope from the store, people had to make their own cordage from natural materials found in the woods. One of the materials used was yucca leaves. By the porch of the Park Office, a ranger will be doing a demonstration on how to make natural rope from yucca. You'll learn, it's not as easy as it looks! $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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 at all times. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. To register or for more info, please click on the link below. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along beaver creek. $5.00 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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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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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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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Ever wondered if there were more moth species than butterflies, or what moths eat? Come find out at the Moths of Georgia Campfire Program! Listen to a campfire story and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campgrounds. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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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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We're heading into the night to learn about the things we can't normally see. We'll hunt for scorpions by using provided UV flash lights. We will meet at the park office (Trading Post) to walk along an easy/moderate 1 mile trail. Limited to 15 hikers. Bring a flashlight and wear sturdy shoes. Call the park to register by paying in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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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 riverside trail with a park ranger. We'll give you a scavenger hunt card - the person who finds everything gets a prize! $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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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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This campfire cooking program is peachy keen and ripe for fun! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Pre-registration is required, you can call ahead or register in the visitor center. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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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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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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The Georgia Aster is a beautiful wildflower of our park that needs our help! Find out why they are so crucial to the health of our ecosystems. Take part in helping your local native plant species by joining us in creating decorative handmade seed paper that you can plant in your own backyard. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us for girl scouts love state parks day at Florence Marina for an introductory class to fishing! We will also learn about habitat restoration for endangered fish. All poles and bait will be provided. Meet at the visitor center at Florence Marina. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Girl Scout troops are invited to come out and help us keep our park beautiful. After our Girl Scouts will get a guided tour through the Fort. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Register your troop to experience the beauty and tranquility of Fort McAllister on this ranger-guided tour of the fort and barracks, as we recount history and tell stories of the last battle of General William T. Sherman's March to the Sea. We will also offer a musket demo during this tour. This program requires Fort Admission. $8-$15. 912-727-2339.
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Girl Scouts come enjoy a hands-on wool fiber spinning activity, as they learn how the early settlers made their own clothing. Scouts will card wool, spin the walking wheel, and experience the texture of various natural fibers. Fort tour with an American Continental soldier offered. Call the site office to register. $5. 912-884-5999.
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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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Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work independently or as a family team to build your own shelter using natural materials from the forest—such as sticks, branches, and vines. Then, learn essential skills in fire building and knot tying. All supplies are provided. This program is geared toward ages 8 and up. Pre-registration is required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy a ranger led hike (1 hour) along our new beach trail as we walk by swamps, hardwood/pine forests and a controlled burn area. After the hike, we'll kayak (1 hour) on the lake looking for wildlife such as raptors, herons and migrating birds. Wear closed toe shoes, bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. To register, click on the link below. $25 if you use our kayaks. $20 if you use yours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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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Bring Girl Scouts for this fun guided hike where we will do some nature learning and play bingo for prizes at the same time. Space is limited. We will hike the Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing on to the Tranquility Trail (moderately rated). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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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 Scout Troops are invited to the park to participate in multiple service projects. Project options include trash clean up along the trails, as well as the option to assist the Friends Group with a park event.Plan to meet at the park office and make sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Join our Park Naturalist to view and identify our native butterflies and bees. Learn about which plants support our local ecosystem, and how you can help benefit pollinators throughout Georgia. $1.50-$7.00 478-986-5172.
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Calling all high school students! Show off your creativity for a chance to have your artwork featured on table-top displays at the Georgia State Capitol in 2026!
Create a drawing or painting that showcases a landscape, historic site, or natural feature that captures the beauty and value of Georgia’s State Parks. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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