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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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Come into the Nature Center any time between the listed timeframe to see some of our preserved animals up close! We will have various furs and skulls laid out for you to touch and learn what they belonged to, and to also learn how animal preservation after death can be a great educational tool. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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 parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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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. Parking fee required. 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+. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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 parking fee required. 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! Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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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 parking fee required. 770-732-5871.
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Deep dive into October's more recent birth stone addition Tourmaline as we see examples, utilize microscopes, and get hands on in our geology lab. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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When you decide to understand a creature you're afraid it is a monumental moment. Whether you've always loved them or you're learning to appreciate them its a moment worth celebrating. Explore medical advancement attributed to snakes and spiders and meet our ambassador animals. Ages 6+ recommended. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join us at the campground on Friday nights in October. Ring in the season and the weekend with our relaxing fall festivities! A hayride, s'mores, campfire stories, and good conversation. Campers and day visitors welcome! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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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 parking fee required. 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 and stay after for photos with a hawk or owl. Please consider making a $3 donation by registering!
Location: Visitor Center's Arch Room $3 plus parking fee required. 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. Parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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In collaboration with the Camden County Audubon Society, join us for a guided birding hike to look for fall migrants! Don't miss this special time of year on the coast!
Meet at the Sempervirens Trailhead. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Ever wanted to see what happens after an owl consumes its prey? During this class, you will get to get a look inside your own owl pellet! Every pellet holds something different! Learn about the different types of prey owls consume and how we can help them in the wild. $10 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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 parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail; no flashlights are necessary. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Archery
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Pre-registration and pre-payment required by calling the park office. $20 plus parking fee required. 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. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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The fort comes alive by the warm glow of candlelight. Follow your guide through the grounds and witness dramatic camp scenes, musket and cannon firings, the clang of the blacksmith’s forge, and the harsh realities of Civil War–era medical care. Venture into eerie bunkers and peek inside the barracks where the Fort’s Major once lived. $25. 912-727-2339.
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Come join us every Saturday for a long, leisurely stroll on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, as we typically take 3-4 hours to complete this 7-mile loop hike. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Join interpretive staff at the 1830s Meeks cabin for an informative and highly immersive living history presentation on the Second Creek War and how it played out on the South Georgia frontier. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Join us at Shelter for to learn the basics of archery and then spend some time shooting at targets on our blow up archery set. Limited spots available - 4 people at 10 am, 4 people at 11 am. $3 per person plus $5 parking pass. RSVP by 9/29/25. Minimum age is 7 years old. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Try your hand at spooky archery with themed targets. We will have a variety of monster targets to pick from, with some being easier for beginner archers and some being more advanced. All skill levels welcome. Participants age 10 and up. Space limited to 10 participants. Please visit Eventbrite link below to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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+. Parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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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 our naturalist at the Museum to ask about our native animals and see our collections of animal skulls and pelts to learn about our native animals! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join us at the docks by McIntosh Lake to roast marshmallows and learn about local bat species, then watch them hunt over the lake! $2 Fee per person. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Go head to head in mini golf against the rangers and staff at Jack Hill State Park! Join us in evening mini golf for some good fun and competition. Grab some glow gear from our staff and get ready to putt! $8 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Join us for a thrilling adventure where you can step into the role of a junior archaeologist! Sculpt and cast your own fossils using clay and learn what fossils could be hiding beneath your feet! $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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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 7:00PM and make sure to bring a flashlight, a blanket to sit on to watch the moonrise, and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus parking fee required. 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. 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. 229-724-2150.
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Meet us at the Georgia Pacific Pavilion at 2pm to make your own clay ghostly nightlight, wooden pumpkin sign or hanging mask for Halloween. All supplies provided.
Walk ups welcome, but supplies are limited. Pre-Registration is available at our Visitors Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 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. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several types of wood to choose from and we will fit the stick to your height. We will provide sandpaper and a sealer to protect your hiking stick. Bring your own pocket knife. Paracord will give your stick a nice hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $7 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a hike to Camp Lawton’s 161 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners. Admission to the History Center is included. Registration is required in advance. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Corn husk dolls were one of the earliest toys for Native American and Colonial children. Past and present come together as you create your own unique corn husk doll with family and friends. Gather at Camp Lawton History Center.
Registration is required in advance. $3 plus parking fee required. 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 to enjoy autumn targets. Meet at the archery range at 2:45 pm to check in and complete waivers.
$10 Ages 8 and up. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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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 parking fee required. 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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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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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 parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Come out to Tugaloo and draw or paint a 2 dimensional piece of art to be submitted for the statewide art contest. Winners will have their art displayed at the Georgia State Capital. All supplies will be provided. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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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 parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Come out to our 4th Annual Fall Car Show. The Friends of Victoria Bryant will be selling concessions, there will be a raffle drawing, door prizes, 60's and 70's music playing and a parade of cars through the campground at the end. Registration starts at 8:30am at Picnic Shelter #5. We will announce the car show winners at 12:15 PM. $2-$20 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come join us for a spooky scavenger hunt each Saturday in October. Spend time outdoors with friends and family, and enjoy the beautiful natural and cultural resources available at Wormsloe. $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Finger painting can be messy, but it is always fun! Join a ranger
for a simple, autumn-themed finger painting class. All ages
welcome. Begins at Shelter 5 at 2:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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-CANCELLED 9/14/25- 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 parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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We'll learn the basics of the app together, then take a hike through the rock garden along the lakeshore out to the rocky point at the fishing hole, observing species along the way. With our identifier in-hand, we'll search for birds, bugs, lizards, & snakes, and we're sure to find plenty of flora! Check-in & register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm with a knowledgeable guide. Learn the history of early pioneers, their ways of life, and the work they did to carve out a living in the Wiregrass region of Georgia. $5 for adults; $3 for children 12 and under parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Join our naturalist at the Museum for a study on how different venoms from different animals work, and the differences between dangerous and non-dangerous bites! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Join our Naturalist for a beautiful sunset kayak paddle on our blackwater lake!. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to 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 parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join a Park Ranger on a stroll of the Watershed Trail (1.25 mi) to see what's in bloom this fall. Wear closed toed shoes. Call the park office to register as space is limited. Meet at the Nature Center. Parking fee required. 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. Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Gourd-geous pumpkin or beautiful bat, you choose! Make a seasonal sun-catcher and learn how bats benefit plants like pumpkins and more! Meet in the Interpretive Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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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 parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a peaceful paddle and enjoy colorful foliage. 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 parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 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 and enjoying some fall colors! Meet at the visitor center. Please bring water and comfortable shoes $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Come view the year's first supermoon from the trail! We'll hike out from the Visitor Center along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail to watch the full Wolf Moon make its rise in our sightline. 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. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Come view the Harvest Moon in its full glory above your favorite state park. Join us for a hike as we experience the trails in whole new light. Spaces are limited, call the Visitor Center at (912) 598-2300 to reserve yours today! Advance registration is required. Meet at the Visitor Center. $15 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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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 parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+
Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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(Cancelled) Campers will be joined by Rangers for a day of fishing, hiking and games aimed to teach your littles outdoor safety and fun.
Be sure to pack plenty of water as we will be outside all day. Comfortable shoes are also recommended. Lunch will not be provided. Call the Park Office to sign up. $30. 706-857-0826.
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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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come see what nature has to offer at Red Top as we walk the Sweetgum trail in search of items on our Bingo sheets. Start the day off right with a hike! All items can be found at Red Top this time of the year. .75 mile hike on Sweetgum Trail, easy difficulty. Parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to use a compass and a map is a GREAT skill for anyone to possess. Learn how to follow a bearing, calculate distance, and more. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center! $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to construct, start and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, heat, 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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Stop by Saturday for some proper reptile education along with some fun arts and crafts! Learn all about some of our native species here in the park and meet them personally. We have 2 Eastern Box Turtles, an Eastern King Snake and a Grey Rat Snake. Stop by the Event Room in the Visitors Center anytime between 2 and 4! $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a great skill to have. Start preparing for an emergency BEFORE it happens. 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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+
Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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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 parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for an opportunity to enter the CCC fire tower. This is a self-guided tour, but a ranger will be present to answer your questions. Bring a flashlight! The tower will be open from 1:00-3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Kick off the Columbus Day weekend with a 2 hour paddle on Thursday evening. $40 per person, all equipment provided. Must be over 15 and able to swim. RSVP by 10/4/2025 to hold your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Coffee, cocoa and conversation! Let's take it slow and enjoy the stroll. This will be an easy walk and talk perfect for all ages and paces! We will meet at the Interpretive Center to start our morning out right! See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador garter snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Drop your Jr Rangers off for a day of outdoor fun! Ages 7-11. Bring a packed lunch, closed toed shoes, spf, and plenty of water. Please call the office to sign up. Space is limited. $35 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Join us this fall at A.H. Stephens for our Junior Ranger Camp! We will learn outdoor skills, make crafts, experience a day in the life of a CCC boy, and learn about the history of the park. We will complete the Junior Ranger Book and earn our site's Junior Ranger Badge! Meet at Picnic Shelter 3.PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Call the office to register $20 plus parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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The Naturalist will be at the Visitor Center with live snakes! Get an up close view of native snake species, learn about them, and have a chance to pet them (if you dare). Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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The Naturalist will be at the Visitor Center with live snakes! Get an up close view of native snake species, learn about them, and have a chance to pet them (if you dare). Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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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. Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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*!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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Come into the Nature Center any time between the listed timeframe to see some of our preserved animals up close! We will have various furs and skulls laid out for you to touch and learn what they belonged to, and to also learn how animal preservation after death can be a great educational tool. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!*
Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Join us for a guided kayak paddle on tidal Red Bird Creek to some interesting areas. We will enjoy fun in the sun. Limited Space. Must call the Visitor Center to reserve a spot. $30 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Join a ranger on a 1.0 mile hike and identify some common
mushrooms. Come explore the diverse world of fungi! Begins at
the Beach area at 11:00 AM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Welcome campers! Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring for FREE s'mores or hot chocolate & interactive story or sing-along. This program is free, fully-accessible & open to the public. Parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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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 parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. Parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Jarrell Plantation by lantern light and hear the strange, dark, and mysterious stories from the farm's history in the 1920s and discover spooky folk legends passed down through the generations. Reservations required. $15-$19. 478-986-5172.
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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. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike of the Rock Outcrop Trail (0.75 mi) to learn how to prepare for a hike, best hiking practices, and what to do if you were to get lost. Meet at the Nature Center. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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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 parking fee required. 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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Are you an iNaturalist user? Learn how to use this powerful citizen science tool. We will show you how to use the smartphone applications to make observations, suggest identifications, explore wildlife in the local area, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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