Monumental Moments Events

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Saturday, January 10, 2026

Pioneer Skills: Candle Making
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 2:30 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Conservation Conversations: Winter Animals!
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 11 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Get ready to learn COOL facts about how different animals deal with wintertime! Oxbow meadows will be joining us for this special event! Youth $5.00 Adult $7.50 Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Backyard Birding
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Backyard Birding Join a ranger in our bird watching area behind the Visitor Center. We will identify and discuss the native bird species that live in the park and may also be found in your own backyard. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair from us. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Snowy Slumbers
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Come learn about the yearly cycle (hibernation, emergence, etc.) of black bears and enjoy a bear-themed craft! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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! Parking fee required. 706-456-4362.
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Movie Night
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet at the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Wildlife of Unicoi
2nd Saturday of Month 12 PM - 1 PM until Sep 12, 2026 
Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen, GA
Unicoi State Park and Lodge Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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Forest Canvas Painting
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us in painting a forest scene on canvas! Paint and canvas provided! Bring your Creativity to Life! Meet at Campground Pavilion. Please call the park office to register. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Introduction to iNaturalist & Merlin
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a tutorial on the iNaturalist and Merlin apps. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Firebuilding & Hot Cocoa
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 3 PM to 4:15 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Learn and use the basics of firebuilding while enjoying hot cocoa. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Trivia & Hot Cocoa
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for an evening of Jeopardy and hot chocolate! $4 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, January 11, 2026

Sitton's Gulch Hike
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park naturalist through the canyon bottom to the base of Hemlock Falls. This is a four mile round trip and requires going up and down seventy-five stairs to see the falls. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Nature Journaling
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
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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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Having Fun with Blowguns
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used for taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 2PM-3PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $5. 770-387-3747.
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Colonial Button Crafting
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Learn the art of button-making from an 18th-century seamstress! Try your skills at crafting a "death-head" button and take one home. $4.75-8.25 912-437-4770.
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Den and Bear It
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Walk With a Ranger
Sundays 9 AM - 11 AM  
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
-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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Branch Out Your Knowledge: Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM until Feb 8, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 2-hour guided hike takes us out from the Visitor Center, counting species & learning about their specific characteristics. We'll begin on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail, with optional intersecting trails along a 2-3 mile loop hike. Please pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Sandhill Stroll
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Journey through the sand hills with a very knowledgeable guide. Attendees will learn all about ancient dune systems and the creatures that call them home. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required). Meetup at Gopher Loop trailhead. Pre-registration required at front office. $5 for adults, children 12 and under $3 (standard parking fee required) parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Wild Fire Cider (Demonstration)
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Interested in learning to make fire cider? Already know how? At this demonstration we'll cover the basics for newbies and also discuss some wild crafting options for more advanced students. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Lichen Loop
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Museum for an educational excerpt on Georgia’s native lichen species! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Campfire Kit Class!
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 4 PM to 5 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Program Hut for a class on fire starting, fire safety and smores! $2 per person.* $2 plus parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Lake Trail Nature Hike
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Lake Trail! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water. We will meet at the Interpretive Center to hit the trail to check out all the plants and animals that call our park home! See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Camp Lawton Earthworks
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led 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. Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Straight to the Point Target Practice
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Archery Target Practice is available for those who have completed Beginners Archery at Magnolia Springs State Park within the past 3 months. This session is fully supervised by a certified archery instructor and follows the same guidelines and instructions as Beginners Archery. All equipment is provided. Ages 8 and up $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Basic Archery
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $20 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Pioneer Skills: Charcoal Making
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Are you passionate about blacksmithing or iron smelting? Do you want to learn how to make high-quality charcoal the traditional way? Join us for a hands-on charcoal-making event at beautiful Red Top State Park! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Pioneer Skills: Plant Tinctures
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Pioneer Skills: Charcoal Making
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Are you passionate about blacksmithing or iron smelting? Do you want to learn how to make high-quality charcoal the traditional way? Join us for a hands-on charcoal-making event at beautiful Red Top State Park! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Meditation at the park
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a meditation session led by the monks of the Atlanta Meditation Center, designed to help clear our minds for the holiday season. This free event will take place at the historic cabin behind the Visitor Center. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Paint a Passerine
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Fly on over to the Interpretive Center and paint a picture of one of the many perching birds that can be found at the park! Materials provided. Beginners and all ages welcome. $4 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. Call 770 732 2613 to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Seeing Ghosts: How Surviving Species Remember their Extinct Counter Parts
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Prepare to hear a ghost story about the natural resources that once resided in Sweetwater Creek. What does the American Persimmon, Devil's Walkingstick, Honey Locust, and Wild Tomato have in common? These plants have survived past their extinct coevolution species. To hear our tale of Evolutionary Anachronism call 770-732-2613 to register. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume in this workshop highlighting fragrances we can attribute to moths! Night blooming flowers can't rely on showy colors to attract their pollinators instead they invested in a strong fragrance. Each participant will leave with 5 perfume testers they've made themselves! Call 770-732-2613 to register or come in person. $15 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Snake Sunday
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Come meet a few of our local snakes at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center and learn more about their habitats, diets, and appearances! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Spring Craft
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come and join us at the Nature Hut for some fun spring time crafts! $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Radical Reptiles
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us at our Nature Hut for an informative program about snakes that are native to Georgia and meet our snake ambassadors. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Rise and Shine Hike
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come explore nature during a morning hike on Victoria's Path! Moderate hike, about 1 mile long. Meet at Park Office! Please wear close toed shoes and bring a water! Please call the Park Office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Introduction to iNaturalist & Merlin
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a tutorial on the iNaturalist and Merlin apps. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Tails on Trails!
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Bring your four legged friends to the park as we walk 0.75 miles on the ridge loop trail. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 4 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Monday, January 12, 2026

Tails on Trails
Monday, Jan 12, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
We love the pups here at CCSP! Bring your four-legged friends on this hike on the Overlook Trail from the interpretive Center to the Catfish Pond at the Meadowlands. This is a moderate 2-mile hike round trip. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Walk
Monday, Jan 12, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike the West Rim three mile loop with the park Naturalist and see the beautiful sights of Cloudland Canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center then you will drive to the West Rim Parking area $5 plus parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Bear Creek Hike
Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Fluttering Bye: Imperiled Moths and Butterflies of CCSP
Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and moths, and the threatened species specific to Cloudland Canyon in this short thirty minute program. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the King Snake
Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the King Snake Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king 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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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Good Plant/Bad Plant -- Good Snake/Bad Snake
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program defines the difference between "Good Plant" species and "Bad Plant" species, and "Good Snakes" versus "Bad Snakes" . . . and if there really is such a thing. Meet at the Interpretive center. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Junior Ranger Mini Camp: Valentine’s Day-Cancelled
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 5:30 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
This three-and-a-half hour drop off camp is the perfect way for children ages 4-12 to make new friends and enjoy the great outdoors. Campers will enjoy s’mores by the campfire and a craft. $45 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Pioneer Skills: Plant Tinctures
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
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 parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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A walk through time: the Battle of Allatoona Pass
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 3:30 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join the rangers at Red Top Mountain as we explore the battlefield of a lesser-known but significant battle of the American Civil War. We will discuss the events that led to the battle and have the chance to see the old forts that were used during that time. If you are interested in history, don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Free. 770-975-0055.
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Thursday, January 15, 2026

senior line dancing-CANCELLED
Thursdays 11 AM - 12 PM until Jan 29, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Senior line dancing class every Tuesday and Thursday of January, starting January the 8th until January 29th. from 11am till 12pm. Please bring water and comfortable shoes. no event fee parking fee required $10 Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Tails on Trails
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
We love the pups here at CCSP! Bring your four-legged friends on this hike on the Overlook Trail from the interpretive Center to the Catfish Pond at the Meadowlands. This is a moderate 2-mile hike round trip. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Winter Greenery: Evergreens of Cloudland Canyon
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This guided, mostly flat, 1.5 mile walk along the Overlook Trail introduces you to some of the trees and plants that stay green all year long. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Homeschool Day
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 24 hours before the scheduled time!* Each month we will focus, discover, and enjoy a different nature related topic with hands-on activities. $10.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Friends of Magnolia Springs State Park Meeting
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Interested in becoming a Friends of Magnolia Springs State Park Volunteer? Community efforts include park beautification, programing, trail maintenance, and more! Please join us at our group shelter to learn more about how you can volunteer. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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DIY Birdfeeder
Thursday, Jan 15, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
DIY Birdfeeder Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, January 16, 2026

Hitting the Trails: Bobcat Trail
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Keep your New Years Resolution going with a moderate hike along the boulders on the Bobcat Trail. Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Going Deep: Geology of the Canyon Bottom
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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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Cozy by the Campfire
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger! Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Mini Junior Ranger Camp: Eco Explorers
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 6 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us for an evening of outdoor fun at our Mini Camp for Junior Rangers ages 4-10. Campers will explore ecology with hands-on activites, crafts, and games that bring this science to life. $35. 912-727-2339.
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Den and Bear It
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Community Campfire
Fridays 7 PM - 8 PM until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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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Storytime with Turtleman: Tales from the Wiregrass Country 6:00 PM-until…
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 6 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join our interpretive ranger at the campfire ring located near campgrounds 1 & 2 for a relaxed evening of traditional lore as told by Turtleman, a tenth generation native of the Wiregrass Region. Bring a chair, hotdogs or marshmallows to roast, maybe even some hot chocolate and sit a spell to enjoy some yarn spinnin’. Standard park pass required. Parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Friday Fun Game Night
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
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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Campfire and Hot Cocoa
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 6 PM to 7 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 for a warm campfire and hot cocoa. A ranger will be present talking about park history, ghost stories, and fun facts about nature. Feel free to bring any nature or history questions you have to ask the ranger. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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High Falls Mindfulness Moment
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for chair yoga. This class is accessible for people of various mobility levels. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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High Falls Mindfulness Moment Low-Impact Yoga
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Let's stretch for the new year! Join the Assistant Naturalist for indoor yoga. This class will be for various mobility and agility levels. Please bring a yoga mat. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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We Are Going To Explore: Kolomoki Kids First Challenge of the New Year
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Children, of all ages, are encouraged to come by the Visitors Center and pick up the Challenge Form! Once they have completed their challenge, they may return it the Visitors Center to pick up their small prize. This is a 'Monumental Moments" program and each participant qualifies to receive a Monumental Moments bookmark with a Kolomoki Stamp. Parking fee required. 229-724-2150.
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Camp Lawton Earthworks
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led 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. Ages 3 and under are free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Beginners Archery
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Try your hand with a compound or recurve bow after learning the basics from a certified instructor. Archery equipment will be provided. Ages 8 and up $10 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Sunset on Iron Hill
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a sunset hike on the iconic Iron Hill Trail. We will see beautiful views of the lake as the sun sets over the park. Meet at the Iron Hill Parking Lot, then hike a 1.5 mile section of Iron Hill. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-975-4226.
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Unboxing the Box Turtle
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Welcome to the Okefenokee Boardwalk Hike
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 4 PM to 5 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a ranger for an easy and conversational hike on the boardwalk trail. Learn a little bit about the swamp, its history, and a few of the plants and animals that live here. Questions encouraged. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Swamp Cruise
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset. Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. Watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Trivia & Hot Cocoa
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for an evening of Jeopardy and hot chocolate! $4 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Firebuilding & Hot Cocoa
Friday, Jan 16, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Learn and use the basics of firebuilding while enjoying hot cocoa. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Birds of Prey
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join Blue Ridge Raptors to meet several amazing Birds of Prey up close- and learn how to help wild raptors! Come early to chat with raptor specialists 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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Light up the New Year: Homemade Candles
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Let's get creative and light up the New Year with homemade scented candles! $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Knock, Knock..Who's There?
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Let us introduce you to the nine woodpeckers of Georgia. In this thirty minute program you will learn about their diets, nesting habits, calls, and anatomical features that make them different from other birds. You can choose to stay afterwards to make a pinecone woodpecker feeder. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Fishing FUNdamentals
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
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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Pocket Park
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
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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Squid Dissection
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
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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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM until Jan 31, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Historic Hunting: Atlatls
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
It's the most common tool you've never heard of: the spear-thrower, or atlatl! This lever device is not only the historic precursor to archery but is still used around the world today. At Etowah, hunters would have used the atlatl to target white-tailed deer and wild turkey. Join the rangers and try your hand with these traditional projectiles! $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Eye Spy Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 9 AM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
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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Chili Challenge XII: Cooking, Tasting & Hot Pepper Eating Contests-
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 12 PM to 2 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Saturday Jan. 17th Chili set-up 12 PM; Tasting 1-2 PM; Pepper Contest 1:45 PM. Sign-Up to enter this amateur cooking contest or be a taster or hot pepper eater. Cooks must pre-register & pre-pay by Jan 15th. Must cook at least 5 quarts homemade chili, any style, and bring it in a crock pot. Cash prize for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place. $10 Cook $5 Taste $5 Pepper Eater parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Potions, Pills, & Pustules: 18th Century Medicine
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Sick with the flux or mal aria? The Doctor is in and might have a cure! Visit the Doctor’s house inside the Fort and learn all about 18th century medical practices. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Fire Tower Open House
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
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 1:30-3:30 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Guided Tour of the Old Fort
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
CANCELLED-On this special tour of the Old Fort, we'll discuss the history of the structure, its early inhabitants, and its varied locations over the years. We'll tour the grounds, imagining life on the frontier as the pioneers forged the bonds of family that help define our community still today $3 plus parking fee required. 770-867-3489.
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Critter Feeder Crafting
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Meetup at the Relihan Museum & Nature Center and learn from our rangers how to make a critter feeder from things like corncobs and pinecones! This is a fun learning experience for young and old alike. Admission is $3 per participant, limited to one feeder per attendee. Pre-register at office before program. Admission is $3 per participant parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Hike with a Ranger
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
**Due to weather forecast this will be rescheduled** Come out to the park for a hike on the 3 mile trail with our Ranger. We will meet at the office. Dogs on 6 ft leash welcome. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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S'mores and a Campfire Fun
Saturday, Jan 17, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
**Due to weather forecast this will be rescheduled**Come join us at Shelter 4 for a campfire fun and making smores. Bring a blanket or chair to sit by the fire or sit under the shelter at a table. Register for event prior to 5 pm January 13, 2026. $2 per person plus parking fee. $2 per person plus parking fee parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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