Wild Georgia Events

Red Top Mountain State Park


Saturday, January 18, 2025

Winter Tree ID
Fridays 3 PM - 4 PM until Feb 1, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join our friendly ranger to learn how to identify trees in winter! We’ll explore leaves and twigs, highlighting fun differences. This class is for everyone, from kids to adults. Call the Visitor Center to reserve your spot—don’t miss out on the fun! We can’t wait to see you! $6.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering at Red Top
Saturday, Jan 18, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and map navigation is a GREAT skill for anyone who has been known to move from one physical location to another. Let's be honest, without Google Maps, most of us would be LOST! If you have ever thought about how you would fare without, or just like to be prepared, navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is Awesome
Saturday, Jan 18, 2025 1 PM to 2:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery - Beat the Ranger
Saturday, Jan 18, 2025 2:30 PM to 3:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you been out to one of our archery programs? Maybe you’ve been practicing at home? Great! I would like to offer you a free spot at the upcoming archery event of your choice! At the end of the program, all you have to do is out-shoot the Ranger in a friendly competition… Get the highest score and the next program is on us! $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Compass Clarification Class
Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and navigational knowledge is a GREAT skill for kids to learn. Join us as we clarify and demystify exactly how to use a compass and learn how to put it to practical use. This program is geared towards younger children. Simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Orienteering at Red Top
Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 12 PM to 2 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and map navigation is a GREAT skill for anyone who has been known to move from one physical location to another. Let's be honest, without Google Maps, most of us would be LOST! If you have ever thought about how you would fare without, or just like to be prepared, navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Shelter Building
Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Ohhh, the weather outside is frightful... But the thought of being unprepared in an emergency situation does not have to be. Come prepare for the worst as we discuss and build different shelter types together. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Survival Fire Building
Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
You've seen every season of "Alone"? Wonderful! But do you have the skills to effectively build and maintain a fire without the use of lighter or matches? Knowing how to construct a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Come get properly educated. Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, January 24, 2025

Orienteering at Red Top
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Compass and map navigation is a GREAT skill for anyone who has been known to move from one physical location to another. Let's be honest, without Google Maps, most of us would be LOST! If you have ever thought about how you would fare without, or just like to be prepared, navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Skulls & Skins
Fridays 1 PM - 2 PM – Jan 24, 2025 until Jan 31, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What adaptations do different animals have? Stop by to see and touch animal skulls, pelts, and scat while learning about some of the inhabitants of red top mountain. Learn about their adaptations, relationships, and what makes them so successful in the wild. We'll event meet some of our animal ambassadors. Fun for the whole family. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Archery is Awesome
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Winter Tree ID
Fridays 3 PM - 4 PM – Jan 24, 2025 until Feb 1, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join our friendly ranger to learn how to identify trees in winter! We’ll explore leaves and twigs, highlighting fun differences. This class is for everyone, from kids to adults. Call the Visitor Center to reserve your spot—don’t miss out on the fun! We can’t wait to see you! $6.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery - Beat the Ranger
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you been out to one of our archery programs? Maybe you’ve been practicing at home? Great! I would like to offer you a free spot at the upcoming archery event of your choice! At the end of the program, all you have to do is out-shoot the Ranger in a friendly competition… Get the highest score and the next program is on us! $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Allatoona Pass Night Hike
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting night hike at Allatoona Pass Battlefield. We will explore the area, discuss its history, and examine the circumstances that led to the battle. Additionally, we will visit one of the old earthen forts and talk about what each side may have experienced. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure. $7.00 770-975-4226.
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Saturday, January 25, 2025

A walk through time: the Battel of Allatoona Pass
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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! $6.00 770-975-0055.
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Indoor Pewter Pour
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Pewter has been used since the Ancient Egyptians. See how Pewter is used today to heat and make castings. Cast your own souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Stop by the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center anytime between 1-4. Brought to you by Friends of Red Top Mountain State Park! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Arts and Crafts with a Ranger
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us and make some cool take-home nature arts and crafts. Supplies are provided. Call us or stop by the Visitor Center to pre-register. We will meet in the Event Room at the Visitor Center $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Archery is Awesome
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Georgia Trivia!
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 3 PM to 4:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting competition all about the state of Georgia! Test your knowledge about our great state for a chance to win a prize! Each team can have up to four members, and the event will take place in the event room at the Visitor Center. Come on down and show us what you know! $8.00 per team. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery - Beat the Ranger
Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you been out to one of our archery programs? Maybe you’ve been practicing at home? Great! I would like to offer you a free spot at the upcoming archery event of your choice! At the end of the program, all you have to do is out-shoot the Ranger in a friendly competition… Get the highest score and the next program is on us! $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, January 31, 2025

Skulls & Skins
Fridays 1 PM - 2 PM – Jan 31, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
What adaptations do different animals have? Stop by to see and touch animal skulls, pelts, and scat while learning about some of the inhabitants of red top mountain. Learn about their adaptations, relationships, and what makes them so successful in the wild. We'll event meet some of our animal ambassadors. Fun for the whole family. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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Archery is Awesome
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 2 PM to 3:15 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come out to Red Top to try your hand at the exciting sport of Archery! Program includes instruction and 1 hour of shooting. Ages 8+, but great fun for all! We provide all of the equipment and the know-how. Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center. No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Winter Tree ID
Fridays 3 PM - 4 PM – Jan 31, 2025 until Feb 1, 2025 
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join our friendly ranger to learn how to identify trees in winter! We’ll explore leaves and twigs, highlighting fun differences. This class is for everyone, from kids to adults. Call the Visitor Center to reserve your spot—don’t miss out on the fun! We can’t wait to see you! $6.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery - Beat the Ranger
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Have you been out to one of our archery programs? Maybe you’ve been practicing at home? Great! I would like to offer you a free spot at the upcoming archery event of your choice! At the end of the program, all you have to do is out-shoot the Ranger in a friendly competition… Get the highest score and the next program is on us! $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, February 1, 2025

Arts and Crafts with a Ranger
Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us and make some cool take-home nature arts and crafts. Supplies are provided. Call us or stop by the Visitor Center to pre-register. We will meet in the Event Room at the Visitor Center $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
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