Wild Georgia Events

F.D. Roosevelt State Park


Thursday, January 1, 2026

1st Day Hike: East End Loop
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 1 PM to 4 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Celebrate the first day of 2026 with a ranger-led hike. Join a park ranger for a scenic adventure to one of F.D. Roosevelt State Park’s most beautiful spots! The East End Loop (3.4 miles). Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, January 3, 2026

Lichen Lessons: Exploring Nature’s Tiny Architects
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 9:30 AM to 11 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Participants will go on a guided nature hike to explore lichen on trees and rocks, learning about their ecological significance from a ranger. After the hike, they'll create botanical prints inspired by lichen, gaining a unique art piece and appreciation for forest ecosystems. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, January 10, 2026

Morning on the Mountain
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 8:30 AM to 11 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Start your morning with a refreshing 3.4-mile hike on the Overlook Loop Trail, led by a park ranger. Explore peaceful forests and rolling ridges while learning about local plants, animals, and natural history. This moderate to strenuous trail features loose rocks and acorns, so wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Saturday, January 31, 2026

Discover Georgia’s Wild Side
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 8:30 AM to 12 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Lace up your boots and join us for a Ranger-Led Hike. This guided hike is a perfect chance to explore scenic trails and learn about native plants and wildlife. This is a 4-mile moderate to strenuous hike around Dowdell Knob’s Loop Trail. Wear comfortable sturdy shoes and bring water and snacks. Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Moss Stories: A Micro World in Focus
Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 1:30 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Explore the intriguing world of moss with an Interpretive Ranger. Participants will examine these ancient plants using magnifying lenses and learn about their role in the forest ecosystem. Afterward, they’ll create nature journals with moss rubbings and sketches, combining science, art, and imagination in a fun, hands-on activity. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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