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Sweetwater Creek State Park


Friday, September 19, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 26, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Native Forest Restoration Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 9 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Class 2 – Yellow Trail (long). Habitat types, geology and watershed dynamics, tree & plant ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum. This is the second class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. $30-$125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 3, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 3, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, October 12, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Monday, October 13, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 24, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Native Forest Restoration Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Class 3 – Yellow Trail (long), Rare Longleaf Pine habitat, fall color & tree ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum. This is the third class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. $30-$125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Volunteer Event Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Volunteer event on the yellow trail. Help remove invasive species and learn about our native forest with EcoAddendum. All experience levels welcome, please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. To register call 770-732-2613 $0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025

EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Volunteer Event Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Help remove invasive species and learn about our native forest along the Yellow Trail, Bridge and Shoals with EcoAddendum. All experience levels welcome, please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. To register call 770-732-2613 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Native Forest Restoration Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Class 4: White Trail, Jacks Hill Meadow habitat, restoration best practices, native and invasive species ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum. This is the fourth class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. $30-125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, November 24, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, November 27, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Nov 27, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class 5 of 12
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Native Forest Restoration Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Class 5: Forest Restoration Seasonal Methods, Purple Trail. Safe, seasonal invasive removal, evergreen native & invasive species ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum. This is the 5th class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. $30-125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

Volunteer Event Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 1:30 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Volunteer event privet on the yellow trail wetland. Help remove invasive species and learn about our native forest with EcoAddendum. All experience levels welcome, please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. To register call 770-732-2613 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, September 13, 2026

Native Forest Restoration Eco-Stewards Program, with EcoAddendum
Sunday, Sep 13, 2026 9 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is the first class in a 12 month long certification series. The full year of programs participant fee is $125, or $30 per individual class. To register email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov. Class one: Orientation, Yellow Trail (short)- Learning to “read” a forest, indicator species, beginning tree ID with Kathryn Kolb of EcoAddendum $30-$125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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