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Saturday, March 28, 2026

Fishing FUNdamentals
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 9 AM to 10 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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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OBB Adaptive Fishing Event
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 8:30 AM to 11 AM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for our OBB adaptive fishing program to celebrate the grand opening of our new ADA fishing dock! Parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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That's a First for Fishing!
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 4 PM to 5 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Whether its the first time you have fished this year or it's the first time you have ever fished, now is the time to try your hands at this age old sport. Learn how to bait a hook, tie a fly, techniques to use, which baits are best to use. Finally, learn how to unhook your whopper of a fish! 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Fish With A Ranger
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Adaptive Jr. Ranger Camp. Outdoors Beyond Barriers
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Suitable for ages 6-17. Family attendance and participation encouraged. Adaptive Fishing Equipment Tracked Wheelchairs Adaptive Kayaking Adaptive Archery To register Please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov with participant name, number of attendees, and which activities attendees would like to participate in. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026 11 AM to 12 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 parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, April 12, 2026

Fish With A Ranger
Sunday, Apr 12, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger at the back boat dock to learn the basics of fishing, how to bait a hook and more between 3-5 pm. Fishing poles and bait provided. Participants under 16 do not need a license. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Fishing 101
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2026 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! $8.00 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, April 18, 2026

Fishing FUNdamentals
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 9 AM to 10 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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 8 AM to 11:30 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come join us for our Annual Jr Fishing Rodeo at Pond 2. Registration starts at 8:00 AM; the competition starts at 8:30 AM. Winners announced at 11:30 AM. Ages 15 and under welcome. Pond 2 will be open to the public at 12 PM, after the Junior Fishing Rodeo! The competition is free. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, April 25, 2026

Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 8 AM to 11:30 AM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us for our annual Sr Fishing Rodeo at Pond 1. Registration starts at 8:00 AM; The competition starts at 8:30 AM. Winners announced at 11:30 AM. Ages 55 and older welcome. Pond 1 will be open to the public at 12 PM, After the Senior Fishing Rodeo! The competition is free. Parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, May 2, 2026

2026 Kids Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, May 2, 2026 to Sunday, May 3, 2026 9 AM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Join us for our annual fishing rodeo at Black Rock Lake! Kids 15 and Under. Free event. Meet at the BRMSP Lake Fishing Pier at 9:00am. Goodie-bags and prizes provided. Trophies for biggest and most fish. Some loaner poles will be available to borrow while supplies last. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. Parking fee required. 706-746-2141.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Flatwoods Fishing Derby
Saturday, May 9, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
General Coffee State Park will be hosting the Flatwoods Fishing Derby. All participants must pre-register at the main office before the event. Registration opens 5/1/26 closes 5/8/26 at 4 PM. Children under the age of 16 are free to enter, all other participants must pay $5 for entry. Fishing is limited to the farm pond ONLY. $5 for 16 and older, under 16 years of age no entry fee required parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Saturday, June 6, 2026

35th Annual Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 6, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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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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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jun 10, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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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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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Thursday, Jun 11, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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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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3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Friday, Jun 12, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, June 20, 2026

35th Annual Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 8 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
This tournament will be held at Lake Liberty. Anglers 55 years and older can try to win prizes in several categories, as well as win a door prize. Register between 7:30 - 8:00a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing. The tournament will start at 8am and end at 12:00pm. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, July 16, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Thursday, Jul 16, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Friday, July 17, 2026

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Friday, Jul 17, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
This is a fun and exciting adventure camp where you can learn what it takes to be a Ranger. Open to ages 6-10 years old. Participants will learn wilderness survival skills, kayaking, fishing, and much more as they earn a Junior Ranger badge. Registration required in advance as space is limited. $90 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Friday, July 31, 2026

World Ranger Day
Friday, Jul 31, 2026 9 AM to 3 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
A day full of traditional ranger activities to celebrate World Ranger Day! Come get your boots muddy and enjoy the outdoors with the rangers of Victoria Bryant State Park. Please call the office to sign up. $2- $10 parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, November 27, 2026

Gobble Wobble
Friday, Nov 27, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Did you happen to Gobble until you Wobbled this Thanksgiving? Here is your chance to walk off a bit of those Turkey and stuffing gains! Join our Naturalist on a guided hike from the visitor's center to our primitive cabin, and learn some fun facts about the park along the way! $5. 706-878-3087.
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