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Saturday, December 9, 2023

In Search of the Lost Cord
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn to make cords from the fibre of the Filamental Yucca plant in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to prepare the fibres and braid them into a wearable bracelet! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 6 PM to 10 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 6 PM to 10 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Come see the farm all lit up in its holiday finery. Enjoy some good music and traditional holiday storytelling'! Get some tasty treats while you're here! $2 admission $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
Blacksmith Demonstration
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 11 AM to 12 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
At Hard Labor Creek, we have a fully functional blacksmith shop that the CCC used in the 1930's to make hinges, nails, door handles, brackets, and much more. Join the park staff to enjoy a brief history of the park, and a demonstration on how the tools in the shop worked. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
Handprint Wreaths
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Adorn your home with a festive green and red wreath which also immortalizes tiny handprints. Young and old alike are welcome to join us for this free craft in the Visitor Center. Materials will be provided. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Christmas at the Inn
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 10 AM to 2 PM
Traveler's Rest Historic Site - Toccoa, GA
Friends of Traveler's Rest wants to welcome you to enjoy lively and festive dulcimer music and hot apple cider with teacakes made with a traditional Jarrett family recipe. This remarkable early 19th-century stagecoach inn will be decorated with handmade ornaments and greenery just as it would have been in the 1800’s. $1.50 - $5.50 706-356-4362.
Colonial Christmas at Wormsloe
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the holiday season at Wormsloe with traditional festive activities including period music and living history demonstrations. Help us find yule logs to be burned starting at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm. $2.50 - $11.25 912-353-3023.

Sunday, December 10, 2023

Winter Wonderland Craft Part II - Holiday Wreaths
Sunday, Dec 10, 2023 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
We hope you will enjoy the second part of our winter wonderland craft program series. First we made ornaments, and now we are making wreaths. We will provide a wreath form and various supplies to make a wreath. Feel free to bring some of your own items if you would like, but it is not required. $7 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Holiday Crafts
Sunday, Dec 10, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Meet at the Visitor Center to make a decoration or gift for the holiday season. $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Christmas at the Inn
Sunday, Dec 10, 2023 10 AM to 2 PM
Traveler's Rest Historic Site - Toccoa, GA
Friends of Traveler's Rest wants to welcome you to enjoy lively and festive dulcimer music and hot apple cider with teacakes made with a traditional Jarrett family recipe. This remarkable early 19th-century stagecoach inn will be decorated with handmade ornaments and greenery just as it would have been in the 1800’s. $1.50 - $5.50 706-356-4362.

Monday, December 11, 2023

In Search of the Lost Cord
Monday, Dec 11, 2023 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn to make cords from the fibre of the Filamental Yucca plant in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to prepare the fibres and braid them into a wearable bracelet! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Make a Snake
Wednesday, Dec 13, 2023 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
After learning about scaley friends, let your imagination run wild as you create your own slithery friend $2 per snake $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Thursday, December 14, 2023

In Search of the Lost Cord
Thursday, Dec 14, 2023 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn to make cords from the fibre of the Filamental Yucca plant in this hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to prepare the fibres and braid them into a wearable bracelet! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Friday, December 15, 2023

S'more Campfires, Please
Friday, Dec 15, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Unwind and let go of the work week worries by the warm crackle of our campfire on Friday night. A park ranger will have some activities planned too. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 15, 2023 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.

Saturday, December 16, 2023

This Little Light of Yours!
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 10 AM to 12 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
It's a magical time of year for all sorts of holiday traditions! Join us in the AV room as we chat about candle-making 300 years ago. Test your candle-making skills and take home your own as a present! $5. 912-437-4770.
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Survival Skills (Compass Orienteering, Fire Building)
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Walk through the forest with a ranger, looking for materials to build a fire and learn how to orient yourself using a compass. Then, build a fire without matches. Supplies provided. Geared towards participants 8 years and older. Spaces are limited. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 4 PM to 7 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm Step back in time to Christmas of 1877--Come see the Mansion at West End decked in gorgeous period holiday decor, and learn about Victorian Christmas traditions from reenactors in period dress. This open house on Friday and Saturday nights in December is highlighted by twinkling candle lights, live music, smores around the campfire and more! 706-878-1077.
Paint in the Park
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 11 AM to 12 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Come join the Naturalist at Jack Hill State Park for some painting in the Park! Each person will receive an 8x10 canvas to create their art on! We will meet at Picnic Shelter 4! You can pay exact cash the day of at the shelter or you can pay in the front office! $8 per person $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Christmas Bingo
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Come join the Naturalist at Jack Hill State Park for some Christmas themed bingo. The cost of this program is $2 per person, and please make sure to sign-up ahead of time in the front office. There will be Christmas themed prizes for the winners! We hope to see you there! $2 per person $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
Christmas at The Park
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us at the Interpretive Center for hayrides, caroling, a holiday craft, a campfire, s'mores, hot chocolate, Christmas sweets and visit with Santa. All ages are welcome to join in the fun, bring your camera to take photos with Santa. This event is free with a donation! Please register at the Visitor Center by 5:00PM December 16, 2023. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Holidays on the Home Front
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for some 1860s holiday spirit and more. There will be crafts, games, and decorating activities for all to enjoy. Of course, Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
Christmas Ornaments and Pinecone Birdfeeders
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Come join us to create and decorate a lovely wooden Christmas tree snowman ornament to hang on your own tree and create a birdseed pinecone “ornament” to hang outside to feed the birds! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.

Sunday, December 17, 2023

Handprint Wreaths
Sunday, Dec 17, 2023 10 AM to 11:45 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Adorn your home with a festive green and red wreath which also immortalizes tiny handprints. Young and old alike are welcome to join us for this free craft in the Visitor Center. Materials will be provided. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Make a Snake
Wednesday, Dec 20, 2023 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
After learning about scaley friends, let your imagination run wild as you create your own slithery friend $2 per snake $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Friday, December 22, 2023

Merry Movie Night
Friday, Dec 22, 2023 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Get ready for our Merry Movie Night Event! Enjoy a mystery movie (rated PG, of course) and some snacks. We can't reveal the title, but we guarantee it will add the perfect amount of merriment to your night. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Candy Cane Creations
Friday, Dec 22, 2023 10 AM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own candy canes, and get a little recipe card to take home with you! For friends ages 6 and under an adult will need to be heavily involved in making the candy canes. $3 per person $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Christmas Tree Wooden Round Painting
Friday, Dec 22, 2023 1 PM to 2 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come create a lasting Christmas Decoration at the campground pavilion. Kids of all ages welcome. Limited to 15 people. Call the park office to pre-register. 10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, December 23, 2023

Letters to Santa: Colonial Calligraphy
Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 10 AM to 11 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Holiday season is full of joy and the Officer's Quarters are decked in fine greenery. Have you been naughty or nice this year? Write your own letter to Santa using Colonial paper, quills, and ink. $2. 912-437-4770.
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Letters to Santa: Colonial Calligraphy
Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
The Holiday season is full of joy and the Officer's Quarters are decked in fine greenery. Have you been naughty or nice this year? Write your own letter to Santa using Colonial paper, quills, and ink. $2. 912-437-4770.
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Holiday Wreath Making
Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 11 AM to 1 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join rangers on the front porch of the Relihan Museum & Nature Center to make a festive traditional wreath from cedar, grapevine, and other natural materials! These are a great to give as gifts or simply hang on your door for the holiday season. $15 plus $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
Campfire Reading of The Marshes of Glynn
Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Gather round the campfire with us to hear the classic poem celebrating Georgia's beautiful and expansive marshes. Free marshmallows will be provided for toasting as you listen. Meet at the firepit behind the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Sleighride Hayride with Santa and His Friends
Sunday, Dec 24, 2023 12 PM to 3 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join the holiday festivites at Fort McAllister with a hayride with Santa and guest appearances from other holiday characters. At the end of the ride, you are welcome to join us in the Visitor Center for light refreshments and holiday music. $20 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
Winter Crafts
Sunday, Dec 24, 2023 1 PM to 3 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Celebrate the season by making crafts that show off your festive spirit! $5 per person, 706-754-7981. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Make a Snake
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2023 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
After learning about scaley friends, let your imagination run wild as you create your own slithery friend $2 per snake $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Junior Ranger Day (Ages 6-9)
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2023 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us at our Junior Ranger day camp where we will go on a guided tour of the historic Fort Mcallister, play yard games, go for a ranger guided hike, and do crafts. $30. 912-727-2339.

Thursday, December 28, 2023

Junior Ranger Day (Ages 10-12)
Thursday, Dec 28, 2023 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join us at our Junior Ranger day camp where we will go on a guided tour of the historic Fort McAllister, learn archery, go for a ranger guided hike, and do crafts. $30. 912-727-2339.

Friday, December 29, 2023

S'more Campfires, Please
Friday, Dec 29, 2023 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Unwind and let go of the work week worries by the warm crackle of our campfire on Friday night. A park ranger will have some activities planned too. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.

Saturday, December 30, 2023

Candle Making
Saturday, Dec 30, 2023 12 PM to 1:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join our living historians for 18th and 19th-century candle making. Learn how homespun candles were made. Then, try making your own candle. Limited space available. Reserve your spot by calling our park office. $8-$12. 912-727-2339.

Sunday, December 31, 2023

Hogmanay 2023: A Scottish New Year
Sunday, Dec 31, 2023 7:30 PM to 10 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Celebrate the New Year with us, Scottish Style! Our annual winter after-hours event will be held in our 18th-century barracks. Enjoy warm bonfires, light food, hot cider, and a spectacular cannon firing. Reservations are required! Please call at 912-437-4770 $40. 912-437-4770.

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

It's Snowing Inside
Tuesday, Jan 2, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
It might require some extra help to see snow during the winter in Savannah. To boost your chances of seeing snowflakes in Southeast Georgia, we will be making glitter snowflakes for you to take home and hang indoors. Join us in the Interpretive Center. Materials will be provided. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, January 6, 2024

Pinecone Animals
Saturday, Jan 6, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Want a playmate for these cold winter days cooped up inside? Come create your very own pinecone companion with the assistance of the resident ranger! Meet by Boathouse. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-393-2349.

Friday, January 12, 2024

Starry Night Campfire with S'mores
Friday, Jan 12, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
After dark, gather round the campfire to make s'mores and learn about some of the constellations visible in winter. Children will be able to make a constellation craft to take home or to their campsite to aid in stargazing. Please call the Visitor Center to sign up. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, January 13, 2024

Pinecone Animals
Saturday, Jan 13, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Want a playmate for these cold winter days cooped up inside? Come create your very own pinecone companion with the assistance of the resident ranger! Meet by Boathouse. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-393-2349.

Sunday, January 14, 2024

Winter Forms Nature Journaling
Sunday, Jan 14, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Trees sleeping in their winter appearance can provide inspiration to the artist or writer, and keeping a journal of things that you see while out in nature can be a fun and relaxing way to keep memories of your discoveries. Join us for a short walk to the observation tower as we immerse ourselves in the wintery sights and sounds of nature. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Pinecone Animals
Saturday, Jan 20, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Want a playmate for these cold winter days cooped up inside? Come create your very own pinecone companion with the assistance of the resident ranger! Meet by Boathouse. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-393-2349.
Pioneer Survival: Spinning Wool
Saturday, Jan 20, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Experience how the colonists spun wool yarn by using drop spindles. These beginner lessons are offered in the scenic Fort quarters. Space is limited and registration is required. Cost is $25 per person. Materials are included. $25. 912-437-4770.
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Sunday, January 21, 2024

Pioneer Survival: Flint & Steel Fire-starting
Sunday, Jan 21, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
How did colonists start fires without manual lighters? This beginner lesson covers basic fire-building with an iron steel striker and flint. Offered inside the scenic Fort parade grounds! Space is limited and registration is required. Cost is $25 per person. Materials are included. $27. 912-437-4770.

Saturday, January 27, 2024

Pinecone Animals
Saturday, Jan 27, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Want a playmate for these cold winter days cooped up inside? Come create your very own pinecone companion with the assistance of the resident ranger! Meet by Boathouse. Cancelled if rain. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-393-2349.
Winter Forms Nature Journaling
Saturday, Jan 27, 2024 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Trees sleeping in their winter appearance can provide inspiration to the artist or writer, and keeping a journal of things that you see while out in nature can be a fun and relaxing way to keep memories of your discoveries. Join us for a short walk to the observation tower as we immerse ourselves in the wintery sights and sounds of nature. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.

Saturday, February 10, 2024

Floral Valentines Fun
Saturday, Feb 10, 2024 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Come to Smithgall for some Family-fun craft time! Children will be making a lovely bouquet of pinecones and paper flowers, and a woven-flower card just in time for Valentines! All crafting supplies will be provided. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
Colonial Faire & Muster
Saturday, Feb 10, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
You're invited to our 25th annual Colonial Faire & Muster. Learn about life in colonial Georgia during the 18th century. Visit the military encampments, sutlers' row, early Georgia camp, and heritage garden. Enjoy skills and craft demonstrations in the colonial life area. General admission required. $2.50 - $11.25 912-353-3023.

Sunday, February 11, 2024

African American History Celebration - Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, Feb 11, 2024 9 AM to 5 PM
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
Admission is FREE all day for Super Museum Sunday! -2:00 PM: Enslaved People of Hofwyl: History and Genealogy presentation -3:00 PM: Geechee Gullah Ring Shouters performance 912-264-7333.
25th Annual Colonial Faire & Muster
Sunday, Feb 11, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Learn about life in colonial Georgia during the 18th century. Visit the military encampments, sutlers' row, early Georgia camp, and heritage garden. Enjoy skills and craft demonstrations in the colonial life area. 912-353-3023.

Saturday, February 17, 2024

Georgia’s Arbor Day Celebration: Tree Cookie Craft
Saturday, Feb 17, 2024 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Get your creativity flowing as you make your very own tree cookie pendant. Meet outside of Park Office. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Scottish Heritage Days 2024
Saturday, Mar 16, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
For our annual Scottish History event, visit Fort King George and witness a variety of Scottish living history demonstrations: musket & cannon firings, blacksmithing, carpentry, medicine, cooking, music, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
National Quilting Day - Quilting Bee
Saturday, Mar 16, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for an old-fashioned quilting bee. We will be quilting a quilt in the museum for our 1853 era cabin. Everyone is welcome to participate. Come enjoy this time-honored tradition. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, March 23, 2024

Women Take Over Wormsloe
Saturday, Mar 23, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the lives and skills of women in early Georgia. Discover the important, frequently overlooked, contributions that women made to Georgia’s success as a colony. Interpreters and reenactors will demonstrate 18th century skills needed to survive and thrive in the Georgia wilderness. $2.50 - $11.25 912-353-3023.

Sunday, March 24, 2024

Women Take Over Wormsloe
Sunday, Mar 24, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the lives and skills of women in early Georgia. Discover the important, frequently overlooked, contributions that women made to Georgia’s success as a colony. Interpreters and reenactors will demonstrate 18th century skills needed to survive and thrive in the Georgia wilderness. $2.50 - $11.25 912-353-3023.

Saturday, April 6, 2024

Pickett's Settlement Skills and Crafts Day
Saturday, Apr 6, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
We will have various historic trades represented at this event including, but not limited to blacksmithing, woodworking, sewing, spinning, etc. A food concession will be available. There is sure to be something for everyone! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Films From The Archives
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Films From The Archives
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Build Your Own Pollinator Garden
Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Just in time to get that garden started! Learn about different pollinators, their role in our ecosystem, and how to help them through the planting of native plants - and still have a gorgeous garden! There will be native plants for sale from Smithgall's own pollinator gardens, so you can go home and start yours the same day! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.

Saturday, April 20, 2024

Springtime at the Cabin
Saturday, Apr 20, 2024 to Sunday, Apr 21, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Spring into action and make your plans for an outing with a visit to our 1853 cabin. Enjoy life-ways demonstrations such as period games, chores, and crafts. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.

Saturday, May 25, 2024

160th Anniversary, Battle of Pickett's Mill
10 AM - 3 PM from May 25, 2024 until May 26, 2024 
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
On the 159th anniversary commemoration of this battle, there will be guided and unguided tours of various stations within the battlefield. Visitors can experience a glimpse of both military and civilian life that will include home skills and crafts, cannon firings, musketry, military drills, and soldier camp life. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.

Sunday, May 26, 2024

160th Anniversary, Battle of Pickett's Mill
10 AM - 3 PM from May 26, 2024 
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
On the 159th anniversary commemoration of this battle, there will be guided and unguided tours of various stations within the battlefield. Visitors can experience a glimpse of both military and civilian life that will include home skills and crafts, cannon firings, musketry, military drills, and soldier camp life. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.

Monday, May 27, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Lizards!
Monday, May 27, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 6 to 8 years old. Team Lizards will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559476-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Lizards!
Tuesday, May 28, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 6 to 8 years old. Team Lizards will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559476-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Lizards!
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 6 to 8 years old. Team Lizards will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559476-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Lizards!
Thursday, May 30, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 6 to 8 years old. Team Lizards will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559476-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Monday, June 10, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Snakes!
Monday, Jun 10, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 9 to 12 years old. Team Snakes will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559836-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Snakes!
Tuesday, Jun 11, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 9 to 12 years old. Team Snakes will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559836-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Snakes!
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 9 to 12 years old. Team Snakes will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559836-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Thursday, June 13, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Snakes!
Thursday, Jun 13, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 9 to 12 years old. Team Snakes will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46559836-junior $80. 912-437-4770.

Saturday, August 3, 2024

Sunflowers & Selfies
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
A much-awaited annual event, Sunflowers & Selfies, promises to deliver on a family-fun day of hayrides, games, photo ops, a native plant sale, and our blooming field of sunflowers. Learn about the park, from our knowledgeable guides, as you enjoy the beauty of Smithgall on a hayride or enjoy at your own pace. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
Take Flight Event 

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Craft
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Create your very own pinecone owl or other woodland critter out of things found in nature under the guidance of a ranger! Or create something entirely new; let your imagination run wild! Pinecones, beads, glitter, and all other supplies provided. Held at boathouse by fishing dock. Call the park office to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 28, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Come join us for volunteer projects throughout the site. Past projects include building new shelters in the Early Georgia Camp and weeding and mulching in the Heritage Garden. Free admission for registered volunteers. 912-353-3023.
Accessible Event 

Saturday, October 5, 2024

Films From The Archives
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 11 AM to 11:30 AM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
Accessible Event 
Films From The Archives
Saturday, Oct 5, 2024 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
Accessible Event 

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Autumn at the Cabin
Saturday, Oct 19, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Ah! The Fall arrives with changing leaves and October harvest. Come enjoy life in a less complex lifestyle with excitement filling the air. We will be demonstrating period tasks, games, and preparation for the coming of Winter. $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Tricks, Treats, and Tricorns
Saturday, Oct 26, 2024 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Join us for our annual Halloween tradition of trick-or-treating inside the Fort's walls. This family-friendly event offers you a chance to participate in fun Halloween activities! This year, our theme is REPTILES! $3-$5. 912-437-4770.
Accessible Event 

Saturday, November 9, 2024

Autumn Encampment 2024
Saturday, Nov 9, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Our annual Colonial reenactment is open this Saturday, with festivities occurring between 10am and 4pm. Witness scheduled cannon and musket firings, various Colonial pioneer crafting, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.

Saturday, November 16, 2024

Fall Festival at Magnolia Springs
Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 10 AM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Enjoy fall-themed crafts, games, hayrides, scarecrow hike, archery and so much more. This family-friendly event is sure to be fun for the whole family. $4 per person $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
Accessible Event 

Saturday, December 7, 2024

Colonial Christmas at Wormsloe
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 10 AM to 4 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Celebrate the holiday season at Wormsloe with traditional festive activities including period music and living history demonstrations. Help us find yule logs to be burned starting at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 pm. $2.50 - $11.25 912-353-3023.

Monday, December 16, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Alligators!
Monday, Dec 16, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 13 to 17 years old. Team Alligators will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46560035-junior#/ $80 plus $5 parking. 912-437-4770.

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Alligators!
Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 13 to 17 years old. Team Alligators will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46560035-junior#/ $80 plus $5 parking. 912-437-4770.

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Alligators!
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 13 to 17 years old. Team Alligators will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46560035-junior#/ $80 plus $5 parking. 912-437-4770.

Thursday, December 19, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: Team Alligators!
Thursday, Dec 19, 2024 8:30 AM to 2 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Four days of fun-packed activities and crafts for ages 13 to 17 years old. Team Alligators will learn about history and nature. Space is limited to 15 campers per week. Sign-ups are required and available via Sign-up Genius here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DAAA82EA4F5C70-46560035-junior#/ $80 plus $5 parking. 912-437-4770.

Saturday, December 21, 2024

Holidays on the Home Front
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for some 1860s holiday spirit and more. There will be crafts, games, and decorating activities for all to enjoy. Of course, Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.