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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Want to learn archery? Join us on the range to learn how to use a bow. Get the chance to show off your skills, and maybe find your next hobby. $15 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Archery Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 9 AM to 12:30 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Drop by our tables with pelts, skulls and local mammals info. Test your mammal IQ. Make A mammal track cast to take home. Pay correct change onsite. Meet at boathouse next to Lake Deleanor in the campground. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Play our original outdoor adult and family-friendly jeopardy game to win great prizes. Test your knowledge of summer camping, critters, and carefree activities! Meet at pavilion by Trading Post. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us on a ranger-led hike along East End Loop (3.4 miles). Meet at Roadside Park/TV tower parking lot off Alt. 27. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water. Cancelled in the event of storms. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Seeds of the African Diaspora: A look at how African foods became southern staples . Learn the journey and history of each seed from their homeland to their home now. (A Juneteenth Program) $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Come beat the heat and get your feet wet! We'll observe organisms that reside in a lake and in a creek. We will seine and dip net for macro invertebrates, crayfish, and fish, then identify them using our key. Ages 8 and up. Please wear clothes that can get wet or dirty, and water shoes. Pre-register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore the woods on a different light, meaning at night. We'll walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for cicadas, bats and moths. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-register by calling the park office and paying in advance. Pe-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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How did the African community live during enslavement in Georgia up to the Civil War, and how did life change in the decades after June 19, 1865 when slavery ended in the United States? Join us on this walking tour to learn about the people who lived in middle Georgia before the war and stayed after to seek a new beginning. Reservations required. $5-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Join us in celebrating our Dad's! Create something that will make his day special. We have several crafts to choose from or create something totally original. Pre-register at the Visitor Center before the event. It will be held at the Interpretive Center. See you there!! $3 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Bees play an important role in the environment and their habitats are being destroyed at a rapid pace!
Join one of our rangers as we teach about the roles bees play in our everyday lives. Then we will all work together to build take home bee habitats. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Bring family and friends to the campground picnic pavilion. Create your own colorful origami frog that can jump. These frogs are lots of fun for playing or having a friendly frog race. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. We will add fall targets for fun and friendly competition. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve their skills. Meet at the archery range.
Ages 7 to adult. Pre-registration is required. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join New Echota State Historic site rangers in getting an up close and personal look at some native pollinators and other insects. Learn how to identify common backyard species and their ecological importance $6.00-$8.00 706-624-1321.
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Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wished grandma taught you some of those “old” skills. It’s never too late to learn…come learn a simple hand sewn project with our naturalist today. Supplies will be provided. Preregistration required. Program fee required. Admission fee required. $3-$6 plus special program fee. 770-443-7850.
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Join the naturalist with your leashed pups for a 2-mile hike on the Birdwalk/Little River Trail loop. Please be sure to bring comfortable shoes and water. This hike is considered moderate with a small incline on the Birdwalk Trail. All dogs must be on a leash at all times and poop must be picked up and placed in trash bins. $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
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Bring your kids or friends out for a mini-golf tournament. Teams will need to be of 2-4; groups of 2 will be combined. Winners will receive 1 hour of free kayak rentals that day. Limited spots available. $5 per person or $15 per group. $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
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Archery Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 9 AM to 10 AM
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Please call the Visitor Center to sign up. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead to go to the Visitor Center first. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Archery Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Please call the Visitor Center to sign up. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead to go to the Visitor Center first. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Archery Saturday, Jun 17, 2023 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
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Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on our archery range. This program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Please call the Visitor Center to sign up. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead to go to the Visitor Center first. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Learn about identifying sounds, calls, and knowing the different bird habitats during a PowerPoint portion of the program before heading out on a trail and putting these new skills to the test. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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Sit back and relax while one of our rangers takes you on Billy's Lake for a beautiful Okefenokee sunset. Enjoy the wildlife and changing colors of the sky as the sun drops beneath the horizon. Listen for the sounds of frogs and barred owls echoing across the swamp and keep an eye out for alligators along the waters edge. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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This hike really Rocks but of Quartz you know that already! This geology hike will help to explain the changes in terrain and even why Sweetwater Creek bends the way it does. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join us at our nature center for an informative program all about the snakes that are native to Georgia and in your very own backyard, and meet our beloved snakes that reside here at Tugaloo. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Meet at the Amphitheater to learn how to build a campfire, using a variety of different methods, and how you can prevent wildfires by practicing proper fire safety. Try your hand at creating your fire after learning the basics. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Swing by the nature hut to learn why these specific pollinators are so important to our ecosystems. Afterwards you can create a butterfly friend out of various recycled materials, and let that creativity fly like a butterfly. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a family friendly movie in our campground field next to the zipline. Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and water! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Calling all movie fans!! Victoria Bryant will be hosting a summer movie series. In addition to the movie we will have popcorn and drinks available for purchase. Please bring your own chair or blanket, and you can even bring your golf cart to have a drive-in experience. We will meet at the Visitor Center. $1 - $3 $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Local Musical Artists share their music with us. Each week is a different Artist. Come out to hear wonderful music in a porch pick’n atmosphere. Music will be on the Lake pavilion. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Join us as we demonstrate colonial cooking techniques over an open fire. 912-353-3023.
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Join us as we demonstrate blacksmithing skills at our forge in the Colonial Life Area from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. 912-353-3023.
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Learn about the different stages of a baby birds time in the nest and when to help and when not to help baby birds. Then make a homemade bird feeder. $3 a person. $5 per vehicle ($3.75 for mil/vet). Please call the visitor's center at 770-254-7271 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Celebrate Father’s Day with fishing. Loaner poles available for 1 hour each, limited quantities so first come first serve. Bring your own bait or purchase at park office. Meet at Lake Deleanor boathouse in the campground. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Meet our Interpretive staff outside the Meeks Cabin for a demonstration of a 19th Century cooking. Watch as they cook a historic meal called “Kush” from start to finish. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join us for a fun activity day where you will learn about scavengers, decomposers, and mushrooms! You'll get to stretch your legs with scavenger themed yoga. Learn all about mushrooms with an educational mushroom work shop, and make your own mushroom in a fun arts and crafts activity. Ages 6+. Limited to 12 participants. Preregistration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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How did the African community live during enslavement in Georgia up to the Civil War, and how did life change in the decades after June 19, 1865 when slavery ended in the United States? Join us on this walking tour to learn about the people who lived in middle Georgia before the war and stayed after to seek a new beginning. Reservations required. $5-$8. 478-986-5172.
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Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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We will be harvesting vegetables from the garden then cooking them as a side dish to rotisserie pork cooked on a spit behind our 1850's cabin. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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We'll be offering guided nature hikes of the ridge line and river corridor to celebrate Juneteenth. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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We'll be offering guided nature hikes of the ridge line and river corridor to celebrate Juneteenth. $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Come learn to shoot a bow for the first time or hone your skills. People of all ages are welcome as long as they are strong enough to pull a 30-pound bow. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Before there was plastic, there was leather. This flexible material was used in everything from clothing to storage, even tool-making! Join us in the Colonial Life area where will be demonstrating the manipulation of leather materials into a variety of items commonly used in the 18th century. 912-353-3023.
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A ranger will be available on the interpretive trail to provide information and answer your questions. 912-353-3023.
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Welcome aboard! Join us in the Colonial Life Area for a basic knot-tying demonstration with historical information about sailors in the 18th centuries and the many nautical and other uses for knots. 912-353-3023.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Keeping a journal of things that you see while out in nature can be a fun and relaxing way to keep memories of your discoveries. Join us for a short walk to the observation tower as we immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of nature and record what we each observe in a nature journal. Materials will be provided. Meet at the Big Ferry Trail. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Pollinators are out and about during summer, and they need water, too. Let’s help the pollinator population as they do their important work and offer a resting place with some water. All supplies will be provided. Please call the park visitors center to sign up. Meet at the Interpretive Center. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Calling all future Jr Rangers!
Vogel State Park is inviting those 6 to 12 years of age to learn all about the park.
During this three-day Jr Ranger Camp, those attending will experience hands-on the natural and historical aspects of Georgia's 2nd oldest state park.
To register: please call the park at 706-745-2628. (space is limited) $90 plus $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Join us as we explore Wormsloe, listening and looking for birds, including song birds in the edge habitats throughout the site and water birds along the marsh. 912-353-3023.
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Come join us as we learn about fort construction and build a fort! 912-353-3023.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $100 per Jr Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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We are excited to be hosting Junior Ranger Camp Tuesday– Thursday 6/20-22/2023 (ages 8-12)! Your child will join a ranger as they participate in farm tours, reptile programs, hiking, fishing, crafts, and learning outdoor skills. $85 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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One day camp for kids ages 7 - 12. Learn about Dairy Farming in the 1900's, make crafts, play games, make Homemade Ice Cream and more. Camp is limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required. $35. 706-878-1077.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $100 per Jr Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join a ranger on a relaxing morning paddle around our newly reopened Lake Franklin, enjoying nature and possibly seeing some wildlife. We provide life jackets, paddles, and canoes or kayaks. Boater check-in 9:15 AM at park office. $15 per canoe/kayak $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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We are excited to be hosting Junior Ranger Camp Tuesday– Thursday 6/20-22/2023 (ages 8-12)! Your child will join a ranger as they participate in farm tours, reptile programs, hiking, fishing, crafts, and learning outdoor skills. $85 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join our naturalists for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Sessions mainly on the second and fourth Wednesdays. Weather permitting. Programs designed for children ages 8-12. Please bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. Wear closed-toe shoes. Register in advance. Limited to 12 students. Click on the title for more details. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Happy first day of Summer! Come celebrate the longest day of the year with a guided sunset hike! We will meet at the Interpretive Center and then take the North Rim Trail to Inspiration Point. Call the office to register or for questions. $5 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $100 per Jr Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us along the edge of Lake Deleanor at sunset to listen to learn about our very vocal park amphibians. Bring a flashlight and a roasting stick and enjoy marshmallows around the campfire.Pay correct change at the site. Meet at the boathouse on Lake Deleanor in the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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We are excited to be hosting Junior Ranger Camp Tuesday– Thursday 6/20-22/2023 (ages 8-12)! Your child will join a ranger as they participate in farm tours, reptile programs, hiking, fishing, crafts, and learning outdoor skills. $85 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Gather at the Visitor Center to begin a fun day learning survival skills. We will go on a hike, learn what to do if you are lost, practice knot tying, and build a shelter. Please be sure to wear closed toed shoes and bring water and a snack. $20 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Come see what lives in the lake. Seine Clark's Hill Lake and get a closer look at the fish that make the lake home. Once we discover what lives in the lake we will climb aboard canoes and kayaks and have some boating/water fun. This is part of the Thursday Junior Ranger series. Registration is required $25 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Palmettos can be found throughout the southeast and on Wormsloe State Historic Site. They possess incredibly strong fibers, making them suitable for materials to make a variety of woven goods including baskets. Come learn the basics of palmetto weaving. 912-353-3023.
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Join us at the Visitors Center as we share stories written for children in the 18th century. 912-353-3023.
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Join us for fun and adventure this Summer with our Jr Ranger Summer Camps! We'll be learning about nature and the world around us through a variety of activities such as; fishing, hiking, archery, and much more! Preregistration is required, call the park office for more information $100 per Jr Ranger $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join us for a evening poker walk at the park. Walk a 1-mile, natural surface trail and visit five natural history learning stations, draw cards at each learning site. Best hand at the end of the walk wins a prize package. No poker experience required. Ages 4 and up. Correct change at the site. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Come beat the heat and get your feet wet! We'll observe organisms that reside in a lake and in a creek. We will seine and dip net for macro invertebrates, crayfish, and fish, then identify them using our key. Ages 8 and up. Please wear clothes that can get wet or dirty, and water shoes. Pre-register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. By using provided UV lights, you will see scorpions and millipedes glowing in the dark. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 3/4 mile trail. Kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come join Jack Hill State Park in creating your very own leaf rubbing booklet! We will collect leaves around the park, and then we will use them to create "leaf rubbings". We will meet at Picnic Shelter 4, and do not forget to buy a $5 parking pass for your vehicle! We hope to see you there! $2 per person $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Gather at the Visitor Center to begin a fun day learning survival skills. We will go on a hike, learn what to do if you are lost, practice knot tying, and build a shelter. Please be sure to wear closed toed shoes and bring water and a snack. 20 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join us for hands on, ranger led activities and classes. Activities are 20 minutes in length and for June 30th include wilderness survival, pollinators, printing history and forest ecology.
Be sure to bring closed toe shoes, a snack and a water bottle. Ages 8-12 yrs old. $5.50 706-624-1321.
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Drop by our Interpretive Center to say hi and learn about our animal of the day. We will have a different animal out each day for visitors to see and touch. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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A ranger will be out in the park to field any questions you might have on the spot. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Follow a naturalist on an easy walk to get acquainted with some of the native pollinators that may be found along the coast. Meet at the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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We'll be doing a guided painting of some "happy little trees" in the museum at this after hours event. Pre-registration Required $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join a Park Ranger behind the visitor center to learn the basics of kayaking. After we go over safety protocols, we will then take to the open waters of the lake to test out our knowledge and skills. Pre- registration only, participants must be signed up by the day before. Individuals interested will fill out a waiver before the program. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Are you ready to discover the night in a new setting? Join a Park Ranger on the Sassafrass Trail to search the night for all sorts of critters that make the darkness their home, we can find anything from Fireflies, to snakes out for a midnight snack. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come see how fabrics and clothing were mended in colonial times. Learn the importance sewing and mending played in the success of a colony.
Demonstration will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. in the Visitors Center. 912-353-3023.
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Trees are one of the most beautiful treasures on Wormsloe State Historic Site. You're invited to take a hike with us on the Battery trail as we observe, appreciate, and identify the many trees of Wormsloe, including their historical context. 912-353-3023.
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Did you know that a woman's pocket was once a separate piece of clothing tied around her waist? Learn how a pocket was used, how they were made, and make one for yourself. $5. 912-353-3023.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Archery Saturday, Jun 24, 2023 9 AM to 12:30 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction, equipment, and prizes. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Groups can contact us for a special time. Preregistration required. Meet at archery field below dam. Park at boat dock. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Checklists must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. Free. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Start the morning off right with some fun and silly pollinator yoga, insect song, waggle dance and a tasty treat! Geared towards children ages 3-10 years old, but any age welcome. Yoga mat or towel optional. Treats are first come, first served, priority given to children. Meet at pavilion by Trading Post. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Drop by our tables with pelts, skulls and local mammals info. Test your mammal IQ. Make A mammal track cast to take home. Pay correct change onsite. Meet at boathouse next to Lake Deleanor in the campground. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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CANCELLED due to heat-- Join us on a ranger-led hike to Cascade Falls (4 miles total). Meet at Roadside Park/TV tower parking lot off Alt. 27. Dress for the weather and bring plenty of water. Cancelled in the event of storms. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm/ outbuilding with a knowledgeable guide. Learn their history and construction methods and how settlers utilized them in their everyday lives. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Tour our 19th century Heritage Farm/ outbuilding with a knowledgeable guide. Learn their history and construction methods and how settlers utilized them in their everyday lives. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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A ranger will start by telling a story with hopes that guests will bring a story to share as well. Stories connect people, place, and time. (Storytelling has been around since humans first gathered around a campfire.) $5.00 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Starting promptly at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, we will offer a tours of Hamburg's 1920 Gristmill and Agricultural Museum. You will hear some local history, local lore, and learn a bit about early Washington County's history $5-$2 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Enjoy an afternoon of family fun at the beach with rubber duck races, a photo scavenger hunt, and fill-cup races. It will be held at the beach so bring sunscreen, bug spray, and closed toed shoes. Prices vary per event. Please click the event title for more information. $1 - $2 Cash only. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title $25, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Explore the woods on a different light, meaning at night. We'll walk along a moderate to strenuous nature trail looking for cicadas, bats and moths. If we are lucky, we may see synchronous fireflies. Event suitable for ages 8 and up. Pre-register by calling the park office and paying in advance. Pe-registration begins May 1st. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Join our Naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a informative talk about turtles. Meet Clover, Quincy, Augustine and Taylor! These turtles are sure to put a smile on your face. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We look forward to seeing you there! $3 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. We will add fall targets for fun and friendly competition. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve their skills. Meet at the archery range.
Ages 7 to adult. Pre-registration is required. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Explore the grounds of what was once the largest prison in the world! Admission to the History Center is included. Gather on the Camp Lawton History Center front porch. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Learn to shoot a bow and arrow at Mistletoe State Park! This is a beginner friendly, one-hour course that will be guided by our naturalists. Adults and Children are welcome! Children must be over 7 years old to participate. Limit: 15 people per session, two sessions offered. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Do you ever wonder how wildlife stays cool in the summer? How do they adapted to beat the Georgia heat? Learn this and more as we get a closer look at the animals that make Georgia home. Just like animals, people try to stay cool in the summer. We will cool off with water games throughout the program. You are sure to get wet. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Join New Echota rangers for a guided hike along the New Town Creek nature trail and learn all about the ecology of Georgia's birds, from spring migrants to resident breeders. Explore why North America's flyways are a great opportunity to be out in nature! $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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See the world through a butterfly’s eyes and have fun creating your own butterfly mask. Materials will be provided. Please call to sign up. Meet in the Interpretive Center. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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We have many reptiles living here in the park with us as our educational ambassadors. This is your chance to meet them all, hear their stories, and learn about the vital roles they play in their native ecosystems. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come out for an artifact spotlight and guided history hike related to our site's Native American history. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Join a ranger for a guided paddle on Lake Tugaloo. Call the office to register. Space is VERY limited. Limited to 4 boats/4-8 people. $25 per a person $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Join us at our nature center for an informative program all about the snakes that are native to Georgia and in your very own backyard, and meet our beloved snakes that reside here at Tugaloo. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Lets tour our Muscadine Trail in the search of some native plants here at Tugaloo State Park. Let's show our passion for these plants. This is a 0.7 mile hike with slight elevation, closed toe shoes and water are required. Please register at the visitor center to ensure that you have a spot. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join a Park Ranger at the Muscadine Interpretive trail to learn all about the native flora and fauna that reside here at Tugaloo. The trail is a short .7 mile hike. Please bring water and closed toe shoes. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Swing by the nature hut to learn why these specific pollinators are so important to our ecosystems. Afterwards you can create a butterfly friend out of various recycled materials, and let that creativity fly like a butterfly. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a family friendly movie in our campground field next to the zipline. Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and water! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us for a high-flying time!
Blue Ridge Raptors will be bringing some of their amazing birds!
Blue Ridge Raptors is an education program that brings live birds of prey to the Park.
This program teaches us about the unique attributes of raptors and addresses the challenges in both endangering and protecting these majestic birds. $5-$7.50 $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Local Musical Artists share their music with us. Each week is a different Artist. Come out to hear wonderful music in a porch pick’n atmosphere. Music will be on the Lake pavilion. $5 parking. 706-745-2628.
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Savannah is under British occupation after the Battle of Savannah. Georgia's patriots have fled to the back country, leaving the city in the hands of the redcoats. Do not despair; join our Continental spy ring to keep an eye on those sneaky redcoats. Your spy mission, should you choose to accept, will start at the Visitor Center. $2 - $10. 912-353-3023.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Visit the Relihan Museum & Nature Center to view the southeastern pollinator discovery table inside. Learn about some of the state’s most fascinating creatures that pollinate! $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join the ranger for a walk around our Heritage Farm and get up close and personal with our animals. Learn about their habitats and heritage and even feed some of them. Cost $5 includes animal food Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for an introductory hike to the local birds of Georgia. Birds can be found around the fields, woods and creeks of Pickett’s Mill. Enjoy the sights and sounds of our native birds. Admission fee required. Bring binoculars or the park has a few to lend. Call 770-443-7850 for registration. $3-$6. 770-443-7850.
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Join our ranger to learn about snakes of Georgia and what to do if you encounter a snake on the trail. We will meet on the visitor center porch. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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The only way to be in the park after dark is on this ranger-led hike. Enjoy being the last people in the park. We'll be using UV light on this hike to see what's fluorescent. For this hike remember to bring your own flashlight and wear close toed shoes. Ages 18+ only.
This event is by pre-registration only. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Swing by the nature hut to discuss the importance of native wildflowers to the ecosystem and pollinators. Then create your own native wildflower using your hand print and paint. Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at the amphitheater for some good family fun around the campfire. Test your hand at trivia, sing some songs, and most importantly eat some smores. $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Young women in the colonial period were educated through needlepoint. They learned vital lessons such as the alphabet and spelling, numbers and counting, stitching, and patience. Come to our demonstration of needlepoint and see if you are indeed smarter than a first grader.
Demonstration will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. at the Visitors Center. 912-353-3023.
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Native Americans used corn for food. They also used the stalks and husks for fibers to make sleeping mats, roofs, insulation, and more. Native Americans even made masks, baskets, and dolls made from the cornhusks.
They taught this skill to British colonists who came to early Georgia. Come learn how to make your own cornhusk doll. $10. 912-353-3023.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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Does your child love the outdoors and is looking for new ways to enjoy the summer? Explore the outdoors and learn some new skills during this hands-on 5-day camp! Activities will include hiking, archery, kayaking, wilderness survival skills, and more! Ages 10-14 years old. $250. 770-389-7801.
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Children from 6 to 12 are invited to join park rangers for a fun week of hikes, crafts, games, and more focused on the natural and cultural heritage of Georgia. During the week children will complete activities to earn a Junior Ranger badge. Please call the Visitors Center to sign up. Space is limited. $300. 912-598-2300.
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What was life like for a well-to-do girl in Nacoochee in the 1870s? In this one day camp, 6-10 year olds will play period games, play dress up with Victorian attire and have an English tea. $35. 706-878-1077.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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