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Saturday, August 9, 2025

Fishing FUNdamentals
Saturday, Aug 9, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Sunday, August 10, 2025

Fishing 101
Sunday, Aug 10, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, August 16, 2025

Fishing FUNdamentals
Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Fishing Funanza
Saturday, Aug 16, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us at the docks by McIntosh Lake to learn how to fish and what species are native to our park or just to join others and have fun! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Saturday, August 23, 2025

Fishing 101
Saturday, Aug 23, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Fishing 101
Wednesday, Aug 27, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, August 29, 2025

Fishing FUNdamentals
Friday, Aug 29, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Labor Day Weekend Jr. Ranger Camp
Friday, Aug 29, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day. Your kids will participate in: Fishing Sand Art Popsicle Making Natural Tie Dye Nature Hikes and Plant ID Historic Games Creek Exploration Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, August 30, 2025

Labor Day Weekend Jr. Ranger Camp
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day. Your kids will participate in: Fishing Sand Art Popsicle Making Natural Tie Dye Nature Hikes and Plant ID Historic Games Creek Exploration Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Aug 30, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, August 31, 2025

Labor Day Weekend Jr. Ranger Camp
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day. Your kids will participate in: Fishing Sand Art Popsicle Making Natural Tie Dye Nature Hikes and Plant ID Historic Games Creek Exploration Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, September 1, 2025

Labor Day Weekend Jr. Ranger Camp
Monday, Sep 1, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Open to ages 6+, please pack your child a lunch and anything they need to be comfortable. $100 per child for all four days or $30 per child per day. Your kids will participate in: Fishing Sand Art Popsicle Making Natural Tie Dye Nature Hikes and Plant ID Historic Games Creek Exploration Ambassador Animal Interactions $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day- Intro to Fishing
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join us for girl scouts love state parks day at Florence Marina for an introductory class to fishing! We will also learn about habitat restoration for endangered fish. All poles and bait will be provided. Meet at the visitor center at Florence Marina. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Fishing Fun for Girl Scouts!
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 4 PM to 5:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Any local Girl Scouts welcome to come and fish, search the lakeside for other critters and learn about local fish species! Some fishing gear provided, or bring your own! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Fishing Fun for Girl Scouts!
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 4 PM to 5:30 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Any local Girl Scouts welcome to come and fish, search the lakeside for other critters and learn about local fish species! Some fishing gear provided, or bring your own! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Okie-Dokie Okefenokee : Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come join us for a one day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of carnivorous plants, fishing tips, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime. Please call the office to register in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $50 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, October 17, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Oct 17, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, October 24, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, November 7, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, November 14, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Free Fun for the Family and Fido
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Okie-Dokie Okefenokee : Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come join us for a one day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of carnivorous plants, fishing tips, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime. Please call the office to register in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $50 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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