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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Fishing 101-CANCELLED
Saturday, May 31, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Meet at Lake Liberty for fishing 101 with the McDuffie Environmental Education Center (MEEC) Equipment and supplies on site!!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Free Fishing Day
Saturday, May 31, 2025 8 AM to 7 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Interested in fishing, but not ready to commit just yet? Come fish at High Falls State Park without a fishing license this day only! Limited loaner poles available. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Sunday, June 1, 2025

Free Fishing Day
Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 7 AM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Twice annually, Georgia DNR sponsors a no-license-needed day to promote fishing opportunities around the state. Free! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Wednesday, June 4, 2025

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jun 4, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join a ranger on a 3-day adventure full of learning and exploring. Open to children 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 $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, June 7, 2025

34th Annual Junior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 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 $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Free Fishing and Fishing Basics
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Fish without a license all day this day only! Also bring your own pole or borrow one of ours and join the Naturalist at 3pm to learn the basics of fishing with a spinning reel or spincast (pushbutton) reel. Limited loaner poles available. Please register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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"Lets Catch a Fish" Kids Fishing Event
Saturday, Jun 7, 2025 8 AM to 11 AM
Plains Visitors Center - Plains, GA
Open to children 1-15 years of age and must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own fishing equipment and bait. Registration begins at 8:00 am. Call for more information. 229-824-7477.
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Sunday, June 8, 2025

Free Fishing Day
Sunday, Jun 8, 2025 7 AM to 9 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Twice annually, Georgia DNR sponsors a no-license-needed day to promote fishing opportunities around the state. Free! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 8 AM to 11 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Kids ages 2-12 are invited to join the Park Staff and the Friends of Laura Walker State Park at the gazebo near the lake for our annual fishing rodeo. There will be prizes for many categories, t-shirts for all fishers, and fun for all. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Wednesday, Jun 18, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Okie-Dokie Okefenokee : Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Jun 18, 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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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Thursday, Jun 19, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Friday, June 20, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp #1
Friday, Jun 20, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us for three fun filled days of adventure and outdoor skills! We will be offering shelter building, campfire making, fishing, Archery and much more! Ages 8-12. Please call our Visitor Center to reserve your spot. Space is limited. All participants will need their own bag lunches and water. These skills will last a lifetime! See you there! $125 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Saturday, June 21, 2025

34th Annual Senior Fishing Rodeo
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 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. $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Fishing 101
Saturday, Jun 21, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
come learn how to fish then Join the ranger on a fishing trip and ask any questions you may have. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Wednesday, July 16, 2025

3-Day Junior Ranger Camp, ages 6-10
Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 9 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 $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, July 21, 2025

Summer Jr. Ranger Camp
Monday, Jul 21, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Spend a week with a ranger! This Jr. Ranger Camp features activities like fire building, shelter building, and apple butter making. Everyday will have a new and excited hike. Please be sure to pack your child a lunch and whatever they need to be comfortable. Close toed shoes recommended, water bottle required. $100 per child per week or $25 per day $25-$100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, July 22, 2025

Summer Jr. Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Spend a week with a ranger! This Jr. Ranger Camp features activities like fire building, shelter building, and apple butter making. Everyday will have a new and excited hike. Please be sure to pack your child a lunch and whatever they need to be comfortable. Close toed shoes recommended, water bottle required. $100 per child per week or $25 per day $25-$100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Summer Jr. Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Jul 23, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Spend a week with a ranger! This Jr. Ranger Camp features activities like fire building, shelter building, and apple butter making. Everyday will have a new and excited hike. Please be sure to pack your child a lunch and whatever they need to be comfortable. Close toed shoes recommended, water bottle required. $100 per child per week or $25 per day $25-$100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, July 24, 2025

Summer Jr. Ranger Camp
Thursday, Jul 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Spend a week with a ranger! This Jr. Ranger Camp features activities like fire building, shelter building, and apple butter making. Everyday will have a new and excited hike. Please be sure to pack your child a lunch and whatever they need to be comfortable. Close toed shoes recommended, water bottle required. $100 per child per week or $25 per day $25-$100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, July 25, 2025

Summer Jr. Ranger Camp
Friday, Jul 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Spend a week with a ranger! This Jr. Ranger Camp features activities like fire building, shelter building, and apple butter making. Everyday will have a new and excited hike. Please be sure to pack your child a lunch and whatever they need to be comfortable. Close toed shoes recommended, water bottle required. $100 per child per week or $25 per day $25-$100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, August 29, 2025

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. $75 per child for all three 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 $30-75 plus $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. $75 per child for all three 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 $30-75 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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. $75 per child for all three 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 $30-75 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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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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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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