Monumental Moments Events

Watson Mill Bridge State Park


Saturday, February 7, 2026

Introduction to iNaturalist & Merlin
Saturday, Feb 7, 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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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. $0 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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New Discoveries: Historic Mills Walking Tour
Saturday, Feb 7, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a hike through history dating back to the 1700s! Learn about the history of the park, the mills that powered industry, and see the newly discovered mill site that predates Watson’s Mill. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Tree ID Hike
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us on an approximately 1.5 mile hike through the woods while learning about some of our local plant life. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Pollinator Prairie Plant Inventory
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us while we survey our pollinator garden to see what plants are growing this month! Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful 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. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Lovebird Hike
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a morning of birdwatching with your love while learning about bird courtship. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Romantic Relay
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Bring your partner for this two mile relay race or tackle it on your own! Participants are encouraged to bring water and running shoes. Winner(s) will receive a credit for any Watson Mill Bridge program of their choice, valid for a year. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Romantic River Paddle
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Paddle our picturesque river with your partner. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

Introduction to iNaturalist & Merlin
Saturday, Feb 21, 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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A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge, built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. $0 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Use basic orienteering to find the hidden item on this scavenger hunt. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Tails on Trails!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 2 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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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Lyrids Meteor Shower
Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026 5 AM to 6:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Lyrids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 17 meteors in an hour! Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards and remember to dress warm! If there are cloudy skies or rain, meteors won't be visible. Please call the office the day by April 21st to sign up. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Thursday, August 13, 2026

Perseids Meteor Shower
Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 5:15 AM to 6:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Night sky conditions are just right for viewing the Perseids Meteor Shower at its peak this year- we may see up to 150 meteors in an hour! Bring a blanket or comfortable chair for looking skywards. If there are cloudy skies or rain, meteors won't be visible. Please call the office the day by August 12th to sign up. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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