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High Falls State Park


Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Home School Day: High Falls State Park History
Wednesday, Apr 30, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschooling historians to learn all about the history of the land and water that is High Falls State Park. We will conclude with an optional hike on our Historic Trail (ADA). Guardians must stay with their children. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, May 3, 2025

Bird Watching with Bob:
Saturday, May 3, 2025 8 AM to 10 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join the DNR's leading expert on raptor conservation for an introduction to bird watching! Regardless of your skill level, Bob, Sargent can teach you what you need to know to jumpstart your hobby. We will start on our Historic Trail (ADA) with the option of continuing to our Tranquility Trail (moderate).Space is limited. Please register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Kudzu Cordage
Saturday, May 3, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Our ancestors made cordage and rope for thousands of years. Learn the reverse twist method to convert invasive vine bark into cordage. Please register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, May 4, 2025

Mother's Day Craft & Learn
Sunday, May 4, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Mother's Day is just around the corner! Come make a bouquet that will never wilt to give to a mother figure in your life. We will also learn about an important pollinator, the Southern Plains Bumblebee, a local species of interest on the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Lichen, Mosses, & Ferns Oh My! Hike
Sunday, May 4, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Did you know lichen aren't plants? Or that moss is non-vascular? Or that we have at least 4 species of ferns on the Tranquility Trail? Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead Parking area (moderately rated) to see which of these often overlooked fauna friends we can find. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, May 10, 2025

Photo Scavenger Hunt (Búsqueda del tesoro fotográfica)
Saturday, May 10, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your phone or digital camera for a photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment at the Park Office anytime after 9am and return with your pictures anytime before 4pm to receive a prize. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, May 11, 2025

Photo Scavenger Hunt (Búsqueda del tesoro fotográfica)
Sunday, May 11, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring your phone or digital camera for a photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment at the Park Office any time after 9am and return with your pictures any time before 4pm to receive a prize. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Homeschool Day: Birds
Wednesday, May 14, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschool students of all ages to learn about birds! We'll learn about ornithology, what important roles birds play in our ecosystem and how to begin a bird watching hobby. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Please register in advance. $1 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, May 17, 2025

Historical Herbal Hike
Saturday, May 17, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Can you identify Bloodroot? Little Brown Jug? Let's see what plants are out on the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated) and discuss traditional uses throughout history. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Pocket Nature Journal Craft
Saturday, May 17, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Make a hand bound journal to record your favorite forest adventures or sketch natural treasures. This craft involves a sewing needle: children will need adult help. Supplies are limited. Must register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, May 18, 2025

Log Roll Stroll
Sunday, May 18, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Are you a fan of decomposers? Meet at the Park Office to join the Naturalist on a walk to gently inspecting downed logs to see what has taken up residence! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Homeschool Day: Fishing 101
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschool students of all ages to learn fishing basics as well as a bit about the fish in High Falls Lake. Limited loaner poles available. Space is limited, please register in advance. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Anyone over the age of 16 must have a valid fishing license to fish. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Summer Mushroom Hike
Saturday, May 24, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Summer may still officially be weeks away, but mushrooms don't know that! Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated) to see what's out. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Common Summer Mushrooms of the Southeast Chat
Saturday, May 24, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Learn to identify common summer mushrooms of our area, including toxic ones. Meet at the Program Area. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Good Old Fashioned Nature Hike
Sunday, May 25, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet the Naturalist on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1 to see what interesting plants, fungi, or signs of animal activity we can find along the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated). $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Campers Only Field Games
Sunday, May 25, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Campers are invited to stop by for some good old fashioned fun. We'll have several field games to choose from for a little friendly competition. Inquire in the Park Office for more information. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Monday, May 26, 2025

Historic Hike: From Igneous Rock to Southern Rock
Monday, May 26, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Learn how the Mesozoic Era, the Muscogee Creek Nation, the Civil War, the Industrial Revolution, the Allman Brothers Band, and the Flood of '94 all shaped the history of the land and water that is High Falls State Park. Meet at the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Trail Bingo Hike
Monday, May 26, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Meet on the porch of the Park Office to hike the Historic Trail and play bingo for prizes at the same time! $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Forest Fires: Wild or Prescribed?
Saturday, May 31, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join the Naturalist for this Wild Georgia program and learn how prescribed burns can keep forest habitats healthy. We will also discuss wildfire prevention. Participants will receive a Smokey the Bear comic book (while supplies last) as well as a stamp on their "Wild Georgia: A Plan for Tomorrow" bookmark. Please register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Monday, June 16, 2025

Junior Ranger Day Camp
Monday, Jun 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Junior Ranger Day Camp
Tuesday, Jun 17, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Junior Ranger Day Camp
Wednesday, Jun 18, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Junior Ranger Day Camp
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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Friday, June 20, 2025

Junior Ranger Day Camp
Friday, Jun 20, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Does your child enjoy the outdoors? Want to help them enjoy it more? At High Falls State Park's Junior Ranger Day Camp, kids will experience the fun of hiking, fishing, nature exploration, geocaching, games, arts & crafts and more. Kids will also receive a Junior Ranger badge at the end of the week. $100 for the week. 478-993-3053.
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