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The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for an event on use of a compass and learn how to use that compass to set a course from a map or 'orienteer.' We'll have compasses, maps, and a simple course set up. This program is recommended for kids 8+. Weather permitting, call to reserve your spot. $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Mrs. Mindy from the Health Department will be bringing mosquito larvae, pupae, and adults for show and tell! She will talk about the importance of mosquitoes and how to control their population in your home. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Bring homeschool students of all ages to learn some herbalism basics. We'll discuss plant morphology (necessary in plant identification) as well as plant safety, and some of the more common traditionally utilized plants in our area. Optional guided hike. Must pre-register. Students must be accompanied by an adult. $2 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Actress/Storyteller Carol Cain will portray seven different "Rosie the Riveter's" in one special performance. Rosie represents the American women who worked during World War II producing munitions, planes, tanks and war supplies. Times: 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm 5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Students elementary - high school are encouraged to attend this free coding workshop. Learn about the intersection of conservation and technology. Bring a laptop or tablet to participate.
To register go to www.devoeddigitallearning.com 0 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Join us to learn various applications for non-toxic herbal remedies. We'll make a tea, salve, poultice, and more based on what we find. We'll have supplies ready and you'll get to help forage for the plants we need. Call to reserve you spot, spaces limited. $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Are your kids looking for a little adventure and fun learning this summer? This 3 day camp is geared toward ages 8-10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, survival skills, forest ecology, animal adaptations, park history, etc. Please register using the link below. $90 per child, $70 for any additional child. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 8 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking (any minor needs to be accompanied by an adult). Equipment provided. Limited spaces. Event open to all public, including Girl Scouts. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join one of our rangers on a guide tour of the site including the houses, garden and cotton gin house to learn how the cotton gin changed farming in Georgia and brought about the rise in cotton as a cash crop, new cotton farms, and enslaved labor across the state. $5.50-$8 ($1 for children 5 & under) 478-986-5172.
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The cotton boll weevil arrived to Georgia around 1920 and destroyed cotton crops around the state. In this program learn all about the boll weevil and its affects on Georgia's economy and the efforts that eventually eradicated the bug. Program will include a tour of the cotton farm and a boll weevil activity. $5.50-$8 ($1 for children 5 & under) 478-986-5172.
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Come out and improve Hard Labor Creek by volunteering for Your State Parks Day! There will be a variety of volunteer projects to choose for all ages and skills. RSVP by emailing: friendsofhardlaborcreek@gmail.com. Registration will open on August 26. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Join one of our rangers on a guide tour of the site including the houses, garden and cotton gin house to learn how the cotton gin changed farming in Georgia and brought about the rise in cotton as a cash crop, new cotton farms, and enslaved labor across the state. $5.50-$8 ($1 for children 5 & under) 478-986-5172.
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See authentic artifacts, discover artifacts in our dig-boxes, craft, and learn about the science of archaeology. $6.50 706-695-2598.
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The cotton boll weevil arrived to Georgia around 1920 and destroyed cotton crops around the state. In this program learn all about the boll weevil and its affects on Georgia's economy and the efforts that eventually eradicated the bug. Program will include a tour of the cotton farm and a boll weevil activity. $5.50-$8 ($1 for children 5 & under) 478-986-5172.
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Experience sugar cane syrup making the old-fashioned way as we cook cane juice in the original kettles and press sugar cane on the steam powered press. We will also have live bluegrass music, spinning, weaving, blacksmithing, and woodstove cooking and a Civil War encampment commemorating the arrival of General Sherman's federal troops. $3-$10. 478-986-5172.
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FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Kelly's Zeroes a historical reenacting organization will be displaying items and uniforms that were used during World War Il. Performances at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Kelly's Zeroes a historical reenacting organization will be displaying items and uniforms that were used during World War Il. Performances at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Kelly's Zeroes a historical reenacting organization will be displaying items and uniforms that were used during World War Il. Performances at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. $5.00 Youth -$7.50 Adults Admissions not included or required 706-655-5870.
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Bring your homeschool family to tour the house decorated in the manner of a 19th century Moravian Christmas. Learn how the missionaries taught their Cherokee pupils to celebrate Christmas and their activities, and we'll do some as well. We'll enjoy Cherokee Christmas stories next to the fire as well. $6.50 706-695-2598.
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