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James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park


Saturday, May 30, 2026

Guided Marble Mine Hike
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Meet Rangers at the park office for a moderate 1.5-mile walk to the Marble Mine. Learn about the park's nature and history while exploring the Marble Mine Trail. Make sure to bring water and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Nature Journal and Tree ID
Saturday, May 30, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join the rangers for a fun craft at the park! Make a nature journal and use it to document tree leaves found around the picnic shelter. Learn how to identify trees by their leaves and what foods they produce for wildlife. Meet the rangers at the office. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Turtle Hike
Saturday, Jun 6, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join us on a hike around the Upper Lake Trail and learn about the turtles that reside in our beautiful park. Meet at the office before 11AM and be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Binoculars will be available, but if you have a pair at home, it is encouraged to bring them. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Into the Dark: Bat Night Hike
Saturday, Jun 6, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join the rangers on a night hike to the marble mine to learn about our local night creatures; bats! Discover what they eat and how they adapt to the night life. Be sure to bring plenty of water and wear comfortable shoes Meet in front of the park office by 8:30 $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 10, 2026 until Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Thursday, June 11, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 11, 2026 until Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 12, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 10th- 12th for three days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $65 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, June 13, 2026

Marble Mine Guided Hike
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Meet Rangers at the park office for a moderately strenuous 1.5 mile to the Marble Mine. Learn about the park’s nature and history while exploring the Marble Mine Trail. Make sure to bring water and wear comfortable shoes. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Firefly Night Hike
Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 9 PM to 10 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join us for a night hike along the Upper Lake trail to witness the magical glow of our fireflies and discover how you can help protect them from extinction. Meet at the office at 8pm. Bring water and comfortable clothing. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, June 20, 2026

Plant ID Hike
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join the rangers for a hike on the Lower LAke and learn how to id plants Native to georgia and what plants at the park are invasive. WE’ll also discover how these plants pollinate and effect the ecosystem. Be sure to pack plenty of water and wear comfortable hiking shoes. Meet in front of the office by 10AM. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Tails on Trails
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
If you have energetic dogs that need to let out some energy, this hike is just for them! The rangers will be providing a guided hike to the marble mine with your furry companions to get some fresh air and explore the park’s beautiful wildlife. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Monday, June 22, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 22, 2026 until Jun 25, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 22nd- 23rd for two days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $45 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 23, 2026 until Jun 25, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 22nd- 23rd for two days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $45 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jun 24, 2026 until Jun 25, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on June 22nd- 23rd for two days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $45 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, June 27, 2026

Nature Walk
Saturday, Jun 27, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join the rangers on a nature hike up to the Marble Mine and down Jenkins Gap Trail. Learn about Georgia’s unique biodiversity and what plants and wildlife are hidden in the forests. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Creatures of the Night
Saturday, Jun 27, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join the rangers for a night hike at the park to discover what our nocturnal creatures are up to when the park closes. We will hike the Lower Lake trail, learning about what wildlife thrives at night and how they adapt to the dark. Flashlights will be available, but you are welcome to bring your own. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Rangers Vs. Campers Water Battle
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 1 PM to 2:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Attention Campers! The Rangers are challenging you to a water fight. Some supplies may be provided, but you may bring your own as well. We will be meeting at the comfort station at 1PM to go over rules and prepare for battle. Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet and may the waters ever be in your favor! Parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Star Spangled Smore's and Stories
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 7 PM to 8 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join us for a cozy evening at the campfire gathered around with friends and family for a night filled with campfire games, a story book, hot cocoa and delicious S’mores! Parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Thursday, July 16, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jul 16, 2026 until Jul 17, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on July 16th- 17th for two days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $45 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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Friday, July 17, 2026

Jr. Ranger Camp
8:30 AM - 4 PM from Jul 17, 2026 
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join Park Rangers on July 16th- 17th for two days of fun in the outdoors! Rangers will be learning outdoor skills, crafts, and more! Ages 6-12 years old. Registration is available in the Park Office or email. $45 plus parking fee required. 706-857-0826.
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