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Take a step back in time as we dive into the fascinating world of geology with a special focus on Hollis Quartzite! Join us on a guided exploration where we'll examine samples of Hollis Quartzite, hike through exposed outcrops, and uncover the natural forces that shaped the land beneath our feet. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us to volunteer and clean up trash and debris in the marina! Supplies will be provided.
To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Support native and endangered flora species by lending a hand! We will be removing invasive plants throughout the nature trail, as well as planting native plants. Volunteers receive FREE admission!
To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-437-4770.
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Help beautify your local state park by joining Fort McAllister Pine and Red Bird Creek Trail clean-up!
To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-727-2339.
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Join us for our biggest volunteer day of the year! In celebration of National Public Lands Day, we’ll spend the morning cleaning and clearing branches, debris, and more to help keep Fort Morris beautiful. This is a great opportunity for groups, clubs, and students needing community service hours.
Registration use the provided link. 912-884-5999.
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Join Friends of Fort Mountain Volunteers as they assist with cleanup efforts around the historic stone wall, the West Overlook, and the stone tower, as well as help remove graffiti from park structures. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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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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Cleanup along the trails will be the focus of this year's event. Please bring a few trash bags & work gloves, and trash pick-up tools if you have. Free admission to the park for Your State Parks Day cleanup project, but registration is required. Please register at yargotrailcrew.com Free! 770-867-3489.
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Join us as we freshen up the comfort station in campground 2. We will be painting the interior and exterior of the building.
Please register in advance by:
Email: friendsofgcsp@gmail.com
phone:912-384-7082
or use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Mark your calendar and plan to join our Friends Group in Trail/Park Clean-Up, Installation of a Flower Bed & updating our pollinator garden. Free parking for those who are volunteering. For more information or to register in advance, please use the provided link: https://friendsofgastateparks.org/civicrm/event/register?id=549&reset=1 $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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During this event, we will be cleaning up the marina area. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-768-2571.
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Help us preserve our natural beauty! Join us in supporting Georgia Veterans State Park by volunteering for cleanup projects throughout the park. Meet at the Visitor Center at 12 PM to get started! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Come out and improve Hard Labor Creek by volunteering for Your State Parks Day! There will be a variety of volunteer projects to choose for all ages and skills. RSVP by emailing: friendsofhardlaborcreek@gmail.com or using the provided link. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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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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Join our Friends of Hardman Farm Volunteers and help us prepare the Farm for our busy Fall and Christmas seasons. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $0. 706-878-1077.
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Everyone is invited to fish at the park without a fishing license on this day only! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Kids are invited to celebrate Your State Parks Day at High Falls State Park with a Junior Fishing Rodeo! We'll have prizes and fishing fun all Morning. The Friends of High Falls Lake will be on hand to talk with grown ups about how they can volunteer to support High Falls State Park by joining the Friends. Call to register or use the provided link. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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New for Fall! Bring your phone or digital camera for a photo scavenger hunt! Pick up your assignment in the Park Office anytime after 9am and return with your pics anytime before 4pm and collect a prize! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Join our volunteer work day to help clean up the site! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-264-7333.
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Volunteers and anyone can come and help in fun efforts to replenish our park, cleaning up garbage and refreshing our pollinator garden! To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for a day to serve, support, and celebrate Georgia's State Parks! We invite you to join us on Saturday, September 27 and get involved in clean up efforts around the park. Volunteers may enter the park for free. Please bring water, closed-toed shoes, and appropriate clothing. To register in advance, use the provided link. 912-557-7744.
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Come out for a day of activities and fun! There will be a fishing rodeo for 15 yo and under, Reptile and Raptor Shows, face painting, rock climbing, food, ice cream, archery, and more! Contact the Park Office for any questions at 7068570826. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Show your support for the historic site by joining our rangers and volunteers caring for the vegetable, herb, and flower gardens and the historical farm buildings. Work gloves are recommended. Guided tours of the site will be offered afterwards. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 478-986-5172.
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Help the park spruce up their 5 miles of trails before the busy fall season. Please bring gloves and closed toe-shoes. Trash bags and clippers will be provided along with bottled water. Meet at the park Visitor Center to sign in. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Learn about our Georgia State Reptile, the Gopher Tortoise, as we explore its habitat, range, diet, life span and importance to our environment, as part of our Statewide Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) "Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow" and conservation efforts for this keystone species. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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A guided tour of Kolomoki Mounds, as we climb Mound A and learn a little about the rich history of these sacred grounds created nearly 2000 years ago and many of the natural resources still present today.
Hike covers about .75 miles and will last about 1 hour. Closed toe shoes, water and cameras are encouraged. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Join us in our effort to preserve the habitats of our wildlife by doing clean up and trail maintenance. Mid morning snacks will be provided by the Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park. We will also be discussing some of the history and heritage of our Park. We will meet at Group Camp Kitchen. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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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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Come out and celebrate the beauty of nature by giving back to your park. We’ll be cleaning up our scenic nature trails and installing hummingbird houses throughout the park to welcome our feathered friends. Bring your friends, family, and love for the outdoors—let’s make a difference together! Lunch will be served after to thank all our volunteers. $5 parking. 229-868-7474.
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Join us on the biggest volunteer day of the year as we work to clear debris off our trails and clean our boats! All volunteers will get in free. The park has a limited supply of tools. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring water. Bring your own tools if possible (no power tools). To register in advance, please use the provided link. 478-982-1660.
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Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. All levels of experience are welcome for a fun time of target practice. Meet at the archery range at 3:15 pm.
Ages 8 and up. Registration is required in advance and space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Let's go fishing to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day! This activity is for the whole family, all ages and levels of fishing experience. This is a free fishing day. No license is required for Georgia residents to fish on this day. $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Call for volunteers to help with clearing and blazing trails impacted by Helene, Work involves removing logs, branches and other debris from the trails. This work will be followed by blazing the trails. Supplies will be provided. Please bring work gloves. Water will be provided. The parking fee will be waived. $0. 706-541-0321.
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Ready, aim, fire! Ages 10 and up, come learn basic archery skills in a fun and safe environment. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one-hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited. Call the park office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join other lovers of Cherokee history and support New Echota as we perform various landscaping projects around the visitor center, historic grounds and along New Town Creek Nature Trail. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-624-1321.
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Join Friends of Panola volunteers as we work to keep our public lands beautiful and clean. We will be working on various clean-up projects around the Nature Center. Bring water, gardening gloves, and tools if you would like. Register by calling the park office or using the provided link. 770-389-7801.
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The Yellow Daisies are blooming! Join us on a guided hike of Panola Mountain to complete the annual Daisy Days Hike Challenge. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring water. Register in advance. Ages 10+ $10 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. $20 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. $20 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. $20 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join the Friends of Pickett's Mill in helping to improve our natural and historical areas here in the park. We will focus our efforts on the Large Wheat Field. Water and snacks provided. Please bring gloves. Admission is free for volunteers. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 770-443-7850.
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Join our friends group to volunteer to help clean up our trails and keep our park beautiful!
Meet at the visitor center at Providence Canyon. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Join us for Celebrate Your State Parks Day at Red Top Mountain! We will be removing Bush Clover from our grounds to help protect our shoreline. We'll meet at Webster's Ferry at 9:00 AM and work until 12:30 PM, pulling up this invasive plant. If you're interested in participating, please call the Visitor Center or use the provided link to register. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is an exciting hobby, sport, and is great fun for all ages. 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. Ages 8+ only. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is an exciting hobby, sport, and is great fun for all ages. 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. Ages 8+ only. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to use a compass and a map is a GREAT skill for anyone to possess. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would like them to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Weather, available materials, supplies on-hand, terrain, and much more, all factor in to the type of shelter you can (and should!) build in a survival situation. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to construct and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, signaling, and not becoming a human popsicle. Don't get left out in the cold.. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Please join us on September 27th, 2025 from 8:00 am- 12:00 pm. We will be enjoying a park clean up walk. Meet at Cook Boat landing at 8:00 am. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
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Richard B. Russell State park will be hosting a volunteer project day. Please come out and support your local State Park. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-213-2045.
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Enjoy a day of volunteering with the staff and the "Friend's of the Little White House ." We will be cleaning up and trimming part of our new nature trail and grounds. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-655-5870.
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Come join us for some beautification as we work together to make the park a little better. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-861-3137.
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Have you heard? The Friends of Skidaway Island State Park is growing! Make new friends and join our group of volunteers as we tackle the trails, filling holes and cutting back vegetation. Bring work gloves, a water bottle, and can-do attitude! Meet at the Interpretive Center. To register in advance, please use the provided link. Parking is free for volunteers. Check in at the front desk for your volunteer parking pass. 912-598-2300.
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Are you wanting to make a difference in your local state park? Come down to Smithgall Woods for a volunteer day in our cottage garden to make sure it continues to be as beautiful as ever! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-878-3087.
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Join us in our efforts in cleaning up our water ways and other areas of the park and celebrate Your State Parks Day! Trash bags will be provided. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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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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For Your State Parks Day join us in an invasive species removal project. Take action to care for our beloved state parks. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center by the flag pole. Please bring water, and work/gardening gloves if you have them. Please dress for the weather and wear close toed shoes. Sunglasses are advised. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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For Your State Parks Day join us in an invasive species removal project. Take action to care for our beloved state parks. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center by the flag pole. Please bring water, and work/gardening gloves if you have them. Please dress for the weather and wear close toed shoes. Sunglasses are advised. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for light trail maintenance and other beautification activities, including sanding and painting the rails at the gorge overlook areas. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-754-7981.
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Volunteers will assist in cleaning antique furniture inside this historic stagecoach in and work on grounds beautification outside the inn. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-886-2256.
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Join Friends of Tugaloo at the Pavilion to celebrate Your State Parks Day. They'll be hosting a membership drive and community outreach where visitors can learn about the park and what Friends of Tugaloo do to help make our park the best it can be. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-356-4362.
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Learn the history of Gumlog and Tugaloo 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 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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Watch wading birds and enjoy the setting sun in the peaceful, ranger-led kayak trip along the Tugaloo peninsula on Lake Hartwell meet at the kayaks behind the main office. space is limited. $15 per person, advance registration required $5 parking. 706-356-4363.
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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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Enjoy a day of volunteering with the staff and the "Friend's of Victoria Bryant State Park." We will be cleaning up and trimming part of the Inner Loop Trail. Parking is free for all volunteers that day, and a free hot dog lunch, as a "Thank You" for giving back! We will meet at Picnic Shelter #4. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Join us at shelter 4 for a nature scavenger hunt hike! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Your State Parks Day is all about volunteering. Join us for a lake trail clean up. Stop by the office to grab a bag to fill with trash. $5 parking fee is waived for volunteers. To register in advance, please use link: https://friendsofgastateparks.org/civicrm/event/register?id=578 $5 parking. 706-745-5129.
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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 on the biggest volunteer day of the year as we work to clear debris off our trails and clean our canoes and kayaks! All volunteers will get in free. The park has a limited supply of tools. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring water and gloves. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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 make your very own outdoor survival kit. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Join us on an approximately 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life. This is the newer of the two tree ID paths offered, featuring a different route and different trees than the original. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Come help rangers pick up trash and complete trail maintenance on the Interpretive trail and the Battery Trail. There will be a limited supply of gloves and tools - bring your own if you have a favorite.
*Admission is free for those helping with trail clean up* 912-353-3023.
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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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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. Meeting at the Nature Center. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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*!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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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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It's Your State Parks Day, get out to the Parks! Learn about local wildlife, history, and outdoor skills with fun games, activities, and discovery tables. Nature discoveries, inflatable archery, and more hands-on adventures. Park Office lawn. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join a ranger on a guided hike alongside the cascading Big Rock Falls. 0.75/moderate. Begins at Big Rock trailhead at 10:00 AM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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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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Learn about the creatures that live in Hard Labor Creek and ask a naturalist any questions you have about the wildlife of the park. This program will include a live snake presentation. Program held in front of the Park Office. Program open to all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Mushrooms can be unpredictable, but let's go see what we can find on the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated). Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 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. $20 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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Come out for our first outdoor Cooking installment of "Pickett's Meals" as we will be demonstrating the historic recipes of making candies. Staff and volunteers will prepare chocolate, hard candy, and taffy. Samples will be available for attendees. $3.50 - $6.50 770-443-7850.
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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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Archery
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
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Hour-long slots are available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery safety and technique and test your skills on the range. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Class 2 – Yellow Trail (long). Habitat types, geology and watershed dynamics, tree & plant ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum. This is the second class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. $30-$125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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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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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Learn what to do in a survival situation and what to bring with you to help along the way. Located at the Nature Hut. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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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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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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Experience hands-on stream ecology while hiking along beaver creek. $5.00 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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Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us to discover how colonists and pioneers created their own light before the advent of electricity. We will explore various methods of candle-making, as well as the tools and materials used in the process. At the end of the session, you'll even have the chance to make your own candle to take home! Don't wait—call now to reserve your spot! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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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Come our for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy your 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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Come enjoy some autumn fun in this outdoor class! Let's go on a hike to identify those beautiful yellow, orange and red leaves! We'll be doing some leaf-peeping and learning how to tell different trees apart just by looking at their leaves. It's like a nature detective game! $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Pop in for this a-maize-ing campfire cooking program! Learn how to make elote, also known as Mexican street corn. This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Recommended for people ages 17+. If you dare, join us at Picnic Shelter #3 to learn about Hall County's ghosts, local legends, and history from a Gainesville native. Registration required. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join a ranger to explore the fascinating world of geology! We will discuss the various types of rocks found at Red Top and delve into Georgia's remarkable geological history. There will be rocks, fluorescent rocks, and fossils on display. Come by, take a look, and learn something new! $2 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join us at A.H. Stephens State Park for a special Lunar Observation Night! Dan Llewellyn, a resident astronomer of the Deerlick Astronomy Village, will be lecturing about the scientific contributions and images that are produced in the village. After the lecture, we will go out into the field and do some lunar observation with telescopes. $5 plus $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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Bring your camera and enjoy taking in the fall foliage on the Wild Turkey Trail along the creek. Wildlife you might capture include white tail deer, coyotes, bobcats, eastern cottontail, eagles, osprey, and more!
For beginners and experience photographers. $8 Adult $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Your pre-k/younger elementary schooler will have an unbe-leaf-ably good time at this fall-themed story time! Listen to a story, sing a silly song, and do a craft all outside of the visitor center! $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all Cowboys and Cowgirls! Bring your own stick horse for some down home old timey fun! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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In celebration of the Georgia State Parks Art Contest. We want you to take part in sharing the beauty of our state park! This contest is open to Georgia residents in 9th – 12th grade during the 2025-2026 school year. Earn a chance to have your art displayed at the Georgia State Capitol. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come and join some fun and music with the Nearly Normal String Band. The band consists of husband and wife team, Viva and Neil Araki. Meet at the stone amphitheater next to the park office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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See Fort McAllister come back to life with our immersive Candle Lantern Tour! You'll be guided through the grounds by the soft glow of candlelight. Witness theatrics including musket and cannon firings, blacksmithing, and grueling medical practices. Explore the eerie bunkers and take a peek into the barracks where the Fort's Major resides. $25. 912-727-2339.
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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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Join our ranger for a fun morning of learning about migrating butterflies! We will identify the species and see these migrating pollinators in flight on their way south for winter! Fee includes access to regularly scheduled plantation house tours. $5.50- $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Join us for an easy 1.2 mile hike around the lower lake. Enjoy Moon Pies and hot cocoa by the moonlight on the lower dam. Meet at the park office by 7:30PM and make sure to bring a flashlight, a blanket to sit on to watch the moonrise, and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn just like the Indigenous People of Kolomoki did nearly 2000 years ago, as we explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized by them, as well as the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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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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Indigo pigment has been used to dye fabrics for thousands of years across cultures and continents. Visit the park anytime between 1PM-4PM (while supplies last) to create your own indigo tie-dyed bandana. This program is a suggested $5 donation towards the Friends of Panola Mountain State Park for the continued care of our public lands. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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To commemorate the 101th anniversary of Franklin D. Roosevelt's first visit and swim, Ranger Ashley Aultman will be conducting a presentation covering the historical, geological, and therapeutic value of the warm springs. Presentations 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM $9.50-$15.00 706-655-5870.
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