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Fort Yargo State Park


Friday, October 3, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Oct 3, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, October 4, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Oct 4, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, October 5, 2025

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Oct 5, 2025 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Oct 5, 2025 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Monday, October 6, 2025

Full Moon Night Hike
Monday, Oct 6, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Oct 10, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Oct 11, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, October 12, 2025

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Oct 12, 2025 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, October 17, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Oct 17, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Oct 18, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, October 19, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Oct 19, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

New Moon Stargazing Hike
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge as it falls dark and will finish back on the bridge, vacating the park by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Oct 22, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, October 24, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Oct 24, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Oct 25, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Identify Fungi Hike
4th Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Oct 26, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
We'll hike out from the Visitor Center in search of fresh fruiting bodies. Learn identifying characteristics & special traits of the myriad native mushrooms, lichens, and even a few slime molds! What pushes out from the ground & stumps varies by week & weather, so every hike is a new adventure in foraging! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Oct 26, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, October 31, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Oct 31, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, November 1, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 1, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, November 2, 2025

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Nov 2, 2025 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Nov 2, 2025 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Nov 2, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Full Moon Night Hike
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, November 7, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Nov 7, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 8, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Nov 9, 2025 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Nov 9, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, November 14, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Nov 14, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, November 15, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 15, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, November 16, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Nov 16, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

New Moon Stargazing Hike
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge as it falls dark and will finish back on the bridge, vacating the park by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Nov 21, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 22, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, November 23, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Nov 23, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Nov 26, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Nov 28, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Nov 29, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Nov 30, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Thursday, December 4, 2025

Full Moon Night Hike
Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly Full Moon Night Hike to view its rise above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, December 5, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Dec 5, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 6, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, December 7, 2025

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Dec 7, 2025 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Dec 7, 2025 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Dec 7, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, December 12, 2025

Meet Santa at the Old Fort
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
We'll decorate the Old Fort with period-inspired flare, and build a cozy fire to invite our guest. We'll offer candied treats & hot chocolate to welcome him in. When Santa is comfy inside the warm cabin, we'll open the doors & children will come from all around to sit for photos with our old-timey Santa! Free program for a memorable family moment! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Dec 12, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, December 13, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 13, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Dec 14, 2025 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Dec 14, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, December 19, 2025

New Moon Stargazing Hike
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 7 PM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our monthly night hike to view the starry moonless night! Meetup on the bridge at the Visitor Center, then we'll head out for some stargazing and discussion of the cosmos. We'll hike from the bridge as it falls dark and will finish back on the bridge, vacating the park by 10pm. Please pre-register & pay before 5pm day of event. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Dec 19, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 20, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, December 21, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Dec 21, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, December 24, 2025

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Dec 24, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, December 26, 2025

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Dec 26, 2025 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, December 27, 2025

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Dec 27, 2025 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, December 28, 2025

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Dec 28, 2025 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike 2026
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 9 AM to 11 AM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come start the year on the right foot at our biggest annual event! We'll meet at the Area B boat ramp & hike out from the bridge on a 2 mile loop around the cove. Please pre-register early to ensure receipt of your coveted First Day Hike 2026 commemorative sticker! Supply is limited to the first 100 registrants for either of the First Day Hikes. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Earn your coveted First Day Hike 2026 sticker! We'll hike out from the Visitor Center along the 1.2 mile paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This guided hike takes us through our bird sanctuary by way of the old Birdberry Trail, and follows a small stream replete with evidence of beaver activity. This 2.5 mile round trip typically takes under an hour. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 2, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jan 2, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, January 3, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jan 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, January 4, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Jan 4, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Jan 4, 2026 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Jan 4, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 9, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jan 9, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, January 10, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jan 10, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, January 11, 2026

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Jan 11, 2026 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Jan 11, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 16, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jan 16, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jan 17, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Jan 18, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 23, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jan 23, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, January 24, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jan 24, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, January 25, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Jan 25, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Jan 28, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, January 30, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jan 30, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jan 31, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, February 1, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Feb 1, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Feb 1, 2026 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Feb 1, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, February 6, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Feb 6, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, February 7, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Feb 7, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Feb 8, 2026 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Feb 8, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, February 13, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Feb 13, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Feb 14, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Feb 15, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, February 20, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Feb 20, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Feb 21, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Feb 22, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Feb 25, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, February 27, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Feb 27, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, February 28, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Feb 28, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, March 1, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Mar 1, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Mar 1, 2026 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Mar 1, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, March 6, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Mar 6, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, March 7, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Mar 7, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, March 8, 2026

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Mar 8, 2026 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Mar 8, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Mar 13, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, March 14, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Mar 14, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Mar 15, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, March 20, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Mar 20, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, March 21, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Mar 21, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, March 22, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Mar 22, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2026

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Mar 25, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, March 27, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Mar 27, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, March 28, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Mar 28, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, March 29, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Mar 29, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, April 3, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Apr 3, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 4, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Apr 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, April 5, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Apr 5, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Apr 5, 2026 until May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Apr 5, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, April 10, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Apr 10, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Apr 11, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from Apr 12, 2026 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Apr 12, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Apr 17, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Apr 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, April 19, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Apr 19, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from Apr 22, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, April 24, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Apr 24, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Apr 25, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, April 26, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Apr 26, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, May 1, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – May 1, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – May 2, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, May 3, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from May 3, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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iNaturalist 101
1st Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from May 3, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – May 3, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, May 8, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – May 8, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – May 9, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, May 10, 2026

Tree ID Hike
2nd Sunday of Month 1 PM - 3 PM from May 10, 2026 until Dec 13, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Led by our park naturalist, this 1-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. These 1-hour hikes depart at 1pm & 2pm. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – May 10, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, May 15, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – May 15, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – May 16, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, May 17, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – May 17, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, May 22, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – May 22, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – May 23, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, May 24, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – May 24, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

iNaturalist 101
4th Wednesday of Month 9 AM - 11 AM from May 27, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
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, collecting 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 $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – May 29, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – May 30, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – May 31, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, June 5, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jun 5, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Loop Around the Lake
Saturdays 9 AM - 12 PM – Jun 6, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, seven-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! This hike starts & ends at the Visitor Center parking lot. Please pre-register & pay at the Visitor Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Sunday, June 7, 2026

Recovering Lost Skills: Compass Navigation
1st Sunday of Month 11 AM - 12 PM from Jun 7, 2026 until Oct 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Find your way in the woods with confidence using Old World technology after attending this informative program on compass navigation. We'll play some short games to familiarize ourselves with the device, then take a guided hike around the Wilkins Greenway Trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Birding Basics
Sundays 1 PM - 3 PM – Jun 7, 2026 until Oct 18, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Come join our park naturalist on this 1-hour interactive hike through our bird sanctuary along the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. Discover how many species of birds make our park home, and how many more are just visitors! You may see the iconic Great Blue Heron & the ubiquitous Carolina Wren, or hear the distinctive drum of different woodpeckers! $10 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Welcome to the Campgrounds! Let's Gather 'Round the Fire
Fridays 7 PM - 9 PM – Jun 12, 2026 until Sep 4, 2026 
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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