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Sunday, November 2, 2025

Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Creating Coil Pottery
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Curious on how make a flower pot, mug, or bowl out of clay? The people of the Mississippian Culture historically built sturdy coil pots and containers to store everything from seeds to water, and even food. Visitors attending the class will receive a pound of air dry clay, and you will learn step by step how to build their own coil pot. $2-$6 $5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Colonial Cornhusk Dolls
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Come by the Highlander House anytime between 2pm and 4pm to craft your very own cornhusk doll, a toy commonly played with in the 18th century. Perfect for younger ages AND adults! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Civil War Rag Doll Making
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Step back in time and discover the art of traditional rag doll making! In this hands-on program, you’ll explore the history behind these cherished toys and learn the simple techniques children of the 1860s used to create their own dolls. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Engineering: The InvenTable
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Lets Get Crafty
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Butterfly Bash @ The Museum
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Meet our naturalist at the Museum for a fun origami craft and to learn about native moths and butterflies! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Nature Haiku
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, November 7, 2025

Fall Fest
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 3 PM to 8 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Come join us at Amicalola Falls State Park for our 2nd annual Fall Festival! Bring your friends and family to enjoy live animal shows, hayrides, pumpkin painting, s'mores, games, crafts, and so much more! Find us at the Top of the Falls Parking area! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 6 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind. A park ranger will have some campfire activities planned for the night. Then we'll wrap the evening up with everyone's favorite campfire treat! 912-727-2339.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Pocket Park
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Bug Builders: Hike and Habitat
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Join us for a short hike as we explore the forest floor and discover why bugs are some of the most important workers in our ecosystem. Along the trail, we’ll collect natural materials and learn how insects help keep the forest healthy. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Falling for Crafts
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Come join us at the campground activity shelter at 2PM for some fun fall crafts! We’ll have all the supplies ready for you. $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Crafts at the Park
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us at the Interpretive Center for crafts for all ages! There are many crafts to choose from. Let your imagination run wild and create something truly original. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the craft. We will see you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Harvesting Memories Pioneer Series: Homemade Butter in a Jar
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Past and present come together as you create new memories with family and friends. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center and churn your own butter the old fashioned way. Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Pioneer Crafts: Corn Dollies
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us to learn how to make corn dollies! We will explore the history of corn dollies and their symbolism. Once we finish, you will have the opportunity to take home your creation and use it to decorate your home for the fall season. If you're interested in this forgotten art, call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $7 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Mill Worker Meals Inside the Mill Ruins
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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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Turkey craft
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
make a fun turkey craft with leaves $4 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Nature Journal
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Capture your own memories by making your own journal to use during hikes or other nature activities. We will meet at the Campground Pavilion. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Leaf Printing Hike
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
In every leaf, a work of art! Meet at the Park Office for a hike on Victoria's Path, Collecting leaves along the way for a clay craft after hike. Moderate Hike, approximately a half of a mile. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025

Colors of the Canopy Hike
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Come look at the unbe-leaf-ably beautiful changing leaves! Meet at the Overlook Trail for a short hike to learn about why trees shed their leaves, as well as some tree ID. Then, you will participate in a leaf tracing activity to create a lovely fall memory to keep, before hiking back. Friendly for all ages, register at the visitor center. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Fall Finger Painting
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Finger painting can be messy, but it is always fun! Join a ranger for a simple, autumn-themed finger painting class. All ages welcome. Begins at Shelter 5 at 2:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Survival Skills
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Thanksgiving Upcycled Candle Holder Craft
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Make an upcycled candle holder to bring some Thanksgiving cheer to your table! Do crafts at the park and leave the cleanup to us! Supplies are limited. Must register in advance. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Fall Arts and Crafts
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we embrace the creativity of the fall season with the help of the Muses! We'll provide all the necessary supplies, and you'll get to keep your beautiful creations. Come along and work with our rangers to make something stunning together! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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crochet craft
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Traveler's Rest Historic Site - Toccoa, GA
join us at the inn to learn a fun and useful craft. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-886-2256.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Veterans Day Family Fun Day
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Pack a picnic and join us in Roosevelt's Little White House picnic area for a free day of family friendly games and activities. 706-655-5870.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, November 14, 2025

Nature Haiku
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 15, 2025

Fall Painting by the River
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your own hot beverage and enjoy painting by the river. Take in the breathtaking fall views around the Chattahoochee River! Painting supplies will be provided, however art enthusiasts can bring their own. $8 Adult/ $5 Child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Soldier Saturday
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Stop by to speak with a living historian portraying a Civil War soldier about Fort McAllister's history. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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46th Annual Pioneer Harvest Festival
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 9:30 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join us for our 46th anniversary of the Pioneer Harvest Festival as we celebrate the culture and history of the Wiregrass region of South Georgia. Enjoy historical demonstrations and presentations from the Wiregrass Ecological & Cultural Project as well as other living history groups. $5 per adult, children 12 and under $3, standard parking fee required $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Paint in the Park
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join us for our Paint in the Park event! A fun painting class hosted by our Friends group. Pre-registration required at the link on our FB page.* $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Bird Bundles
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Museum for a fun craft using pinecones to make treats for local birds. (Peanut Allergy Advisement) $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Falling for Fun
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 4 PM to 6 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
This event has been CANCELED. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Fall Arts and Crafts
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we embrace the creativity of the fall season with the help of the Muses! We'll provide all the necessary supplies, and you'll get to keep your beautiful creations. Come along and work with our rangers to make something stunning together! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Drive in Movie- canceled
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join us for a pg14 movie at the day use parking lot. Bring a camp chair or blanket for extra comfort. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks! $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Native Corn Craft
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Colorful beads and Pipe Cleaners turn into Native Corn Craft! We will meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Fall Bean Mosaics
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Creating amazing art with Beans and Clay. What amazing mosaics can you create? We will meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, November 16, 2025

Pocket Park
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Corn Husk Doll Making
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join our naturalist and get creative by making your very own traditional Corn Husk Dolls! $4 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Engineering: The InvenTable
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 12 PM to 1 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
As part of an initiative to expand our STEM programming, HLC has acquired two new InvenTables. These tables are kid-safe engineering tables approved for ages 3+. Participants will be given templates for a craft and will use the InvenTables to complete projects and practice great STEM skills. Most materials used are recycled and repurposed. Ages 6+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Geocaching International Film Festival
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Join up with local geocachers for the 25th annual Geocaching International Film Festival as they say, “TFTC-Thanks for the Community!” and enjoy watching this year’s finalists (film reel lasts approximately one hour). Meet in the Interpretive Center. Depart following the screening for geocaching on the park, led by SaGe (Savannah Geocaching). $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Fall Arts and Crafts
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we embrace the creativity of the fall season with the help of the Muses! We'll provide all the necessary supplies, and you'll get to keep your beautiful creations. Come along and work with our rangers to make something stunning together! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Fireside Fun in the Campground
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Snuggle up next to our campfire and unwind with a cup of hot cocoa. A park ranger will have some activities planned too. Meet us by the assembly shelter in the campground. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Nature Haiku
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Soap Making- Homemade for the Holidays
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This soap making program is suitable for ages 5+ Pick your scent. Pick our color. Pick your mold ranging form flowers to animal paw shapes. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to make a super fun turkey puppet for Thanksgiving? Kids join us at the park for a ranger-led craft session where we'll get creative and learn all about wild turkeys in the park! Its going to be a blast - perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. We will provide all crafts, you just need to bring your imagination. $5 per child $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Holiday Craft - Pine Cone Turkey
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
It's almost Turkey Day, come out to the Nature Center and make a festive decoration to display in your home for Thanksgiving. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Wooly Acorns & Wild Turkeys
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Celebrate fall with a hands-on nature craft! Join us as we create wet-felted acorns using soft wool and real acorn caps for a colorful autumn keepsake. While we craft, a ranger will share the story of the mighty acorn and why it’s such an important food source for wildlife, especially the wild turkey. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Letters to Santa: Colonial Calligraphy
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Have you been naughty or nice this year? An Elf will be waiting in the Doctor's House to help you write to Santa--stop in while enjoying the holiday season at the Fort. We will be using Colonial paper, quills, and ink. Perfect for ages 6+ $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Letters to Santa: Colonial Calligraphy
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Have you been naughty or nice this year? An Elf will be waiting in the Doctor's House to help you write to Santa--stop in while enjoying the holiday season at the Fort. We will be using Colonial paper, quills, and ink. Perfect for ages 6+ $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Autumn Artistry
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 10 AM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Join a Ranger for a relaxing Saturday morning of Autumn Artistry at Fort McAllister State Park! Capture the beauty of the season as you paint surrounded by the park’s landscape. All supplies are provided, and no experience is needed, just bring your creativity and enjoy a peaceful morning in nature’s studio. $6 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Gobble & Giggle
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Come join us at the campground activity shelter at 2PM for some silly turkey crafts! We’ll have all the supplies needed! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Survival Skills
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Pinecone Turkey Craft & Learn
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Come make a decoration for your Thanksgiving table & learn about this native species at the same time. Do crafts at the park and leave the clean up to us! $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Harvesting Memories: Corn Husk Dolls
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Corn husk dolls were one of the earliest toys for Native American and Colonial children. Past and present come together as you create your own unique corn husk doll with family and friends. Gather at Camp Lawton History Center. Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Butter Making From the Past
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Have you ever made butter with a butter churn? Our ancestors milked their cows and used their milk to make butter. It was not an easy job, but someone had to do it. Come join us to learn more about butter making of the past. Make your own butter then taste it with crackers. Do you think you will like the taste? Join us to find out. $4 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Corn Husk Dolls
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Our ancestors struggled to survive when they first arrived in American. They had to live off the land and learn new skills. From planting corn to making toys, skills were taught and learned. Pioneers learned the craft of making corn husk dolls from Native Americans. Come join us as we craft a doll taught by Native Americans to our ancestors. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Kids Thanksgiving Craft
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Come join us to make festive crafts and a nature journal! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, November 23, 2025

Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Making History: Craft Your Own Cornhusk Doll!
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Create your own Corn Husk Doll and decorate it alongside one of our Naturalists, while learning about the different uses Native Americans had for corn. $2-$6 Admission $5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Fall Finger Painting
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Finger painting can be messy, but it is always fun! Join a ranger for a simple, autumn-themed finger painting class. All ages welcome. Begins at Shelter 5 at 2:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Toddler Fun Sunday
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your little ones curious about the natural world? Come discover the wild world of Hard Labor Creek. Join our naturalist for a variety of nature oriented, hands-on activities. Call the park office to register. Pre-registration required. Limited to 10 toddlers, 5 years old maximum. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Fall Arts and Crafts
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we embrace the creativity of the fall season with the help of the Muses! We'll provide all the necessary supplies, and you'll get to keep your beautiful creations. Come along and work with our rangers to make something stunning together! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Monday, November 24, 2025

Make a Bird Feeder!
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 2:30 PM to 3 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join our naturalist at Picnic Shelter 3 to make a pinecone bird feeder for your yard and learn about the non-migratory birds it could attract! Pre-registration is required, call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $100 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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Turkey BINGO!
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us for Gobble Gobble Turkey BINGO! We will meet at the Campground Pavilion. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

A Thankful Storytime
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join our naturalist outside the visitor center to listen to a story about being thankful, sing a silly song, and do a craft! $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $100 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+ $100 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

Nature Haiku
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a relaxing exploration of Haiku poetry! We will delve into its history and learn how to write proper haikus. For inspiration, we will draw from the beauty we observe in the park. If you're interested in discovering this ancient art form, please call us today to reserve your spot. 2.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Wooden Ornament Decorating
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to make some super cute, totally unique Christmas ornaments with your family? We're having a fun painting party with a ranger! They'll help you create a wooden ornament that will make perfect gifts or beautiful additions to your tree this year. All supplies included - just bring your creative holiday spirit! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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S'mores With Santa
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Come see Santa and share a sweet treat with him around the campfire! We'll also have crafts set up for those waiting for their special turn with the big man in red. Stick around after for a stop motion Christmas classic starting at 3:30! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Little Worlds, Big Wonders
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Step into the hidden world beneath your feet! Join a ranger for a short nature hike where we’ll slow down, explore the forest floor, and discover the tiny details that often go unnoticed like mosses, fungi, insects, and more. . $10 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Harvesting Memories: Hand Dipped Candles
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 to Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 11:30 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Past and present come together as you make an old fashioned hand dipped candle with family and friends. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center. Registration is required in advance and space is limited. Ages 6 and up $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Rustic Acorn Marble Ornaments
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
A unique ornament using acorn tops and marbles! Join us in creating this ornament for your tree! We will meet at Picnic shelter 4. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Sunday, November 30, 2025

Pocket Park
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!* Enjoy a fun afternoon of building your own mini terrarium while learning about the environmental cycles that will take place within it. $10.00 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Having Fun with Blowguns
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Learn about one of the most simple and effective historic tools used taking down small game: The blowgun! Blowguns were often the first weapon given children to teach basic hunting skills! From 1PM-2PM, visitors can spend time with a ranger and learn how to make simple blow darts from every day materials and test them out on 3D animal targets. $5. 770-387-3747.
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History of Calligraphy
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Come learn the art of calligraphy and how the practice has changed over time. Try your hand at the age-old practice of penmanship yourself with tools of the time. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Pinecone Fire Starters
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Jumpstart your campfire skills! Meet the Naturalist in the Program Area to learn how to make these easy fire starters from scratch. Supplies are limited. Must register in advance. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Pickett's Meals: Keep Your Leftover Turkey from Going Fowl
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Are you a fan of tryptophan? Whether you are or are not, we have historic recipes for that leftover turkey from Thanksgiving to help you finish gobbling it up. Sampling will be available to attendees. $3.50 - $ 6.50 770-443-7850.
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Fall Arts and Crafts
Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us as we embrace the creativity of the fall season with the help of the Muses! We'll provide all the necessary supplies, and you'll get to keep your beautiful creations. Come along and work with our rangers to make something stunning together! $8.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, December 5, 2025

DIY Winter Pinecone Feeders
Friday, Dec 5, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
With the weather turning chilly, our little bird buddies could really use a tasty snack. Why not get crafty and make your own pine cone bird feeder? It's super fun and a great way to heal our feathered friends. $5 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 5, 2025 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.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

Letters to Santa and Hot Coco
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Let's get festive! Join us for some warm hot coco and cheery holiday music while you jot down you Christmas wish list for Santa. It's the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit! $5 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Santa Claus is coming to Chattahoochee Bend
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Get ready for some serious holiday cheer! Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to Chattahoochee Bend, and they are bringing all the festive fun with them! Come on down and enjoy some awesome holiday music, warm up with some hot coco, and snap some super cute family photos with the jolly couple. It's going to be a blast! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Winter Wreaths: Decorating for a 1700's Holiday
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Learn about the plants the colonists would have used to decorate their homes during the holiday season. Together with a Ranger, craft a wreath in the style of the 18th century to brighten your home with. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Winter Wreaths: Decorating for a 1700's Holiday
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Learn about the plants the colonists would have used to decorate their homes during the holiday season. Together with a Ranger, craft a wreath in the style of the 18th century to brighten your home with. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Deck the Ornaments
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Come join us at the campground activity shelter. We’ll be decorating keepsake Christmas ornaments! Only $5 per ornament $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 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.
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Christmas at The Park
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us at the Park 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! Park pass is required upon entering the Park. Merry Christmas! We will see you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Colonial Christmas at Wormsloe
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 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 starting in our Colonial Life Area! $3.25-$12.00 912-353-3023.
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Friday, December 12, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 12, 2025 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.
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Saturday, December 13, 2025

Nature Journaling
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Christmas Crafts - Old Fashion Icicle and Candy Cane Bead Ornaments
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to make some super cute Christmas decorations? Let's get crafty and whip up some adorable red and white beaded candy canes and icicle ornaments while enjoying some holiday music. Think festive, sparkling, and totally handmade! $3 a kid $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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1721: Life of a Sailor
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Christmas on the Farm
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 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.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 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.
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Christmas At The Cabin
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 9:30 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. Santa will be here! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Christmas at the Inn
Saturdays 12 PM - 4 PM – Dec 13, 2025 until Dec 20, 2025 
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. 706-356-4362.
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

1721: Life of a Sailor
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
1721: Life of a Sailor The Fort has been commandeered by bands of marauders, buccaneers, sailors, scouts, and pirates! This three day festival will showcase the true history of those free-spirits living during the Golden Age of Sail. Reenactors will display blackpowder arms and ammunitions, cooking and medicine, historical crafts, and more! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, December 19, 2025

Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Friday, Dec 19, 2025 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.
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Saturday, December 20, 2025

BINGO with the Grinch!
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Get ready for some festive fun! Join us for bingo with a special guest appearance by the one and only GRINCH! It's going to be a hilarious and exciting afternoon filled with Bingo, prizes and photos. $2 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Reindeer Roundup
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Come to the campground activity shelter at 2PM to learn all about Santa’s reindeer and what makes them so magical! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Victorian Christmas at Hardman Farm
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 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.
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Christmas at the Inn
Saturdays 12 PM - 4 PM – Dec 20, 2025 
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. 706-356-4362.
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Monday, December 22, 2025

Christmas Extravaganza!
Monday, Dec 22, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Campsite Decorating & Ugly Sweater Contest - All Day Let's decorate campground 1 in festive lights! Don't forget to wear that ugly Christmas sweater to get into the holiday spirit. A ranger will be coming around to judge and hand out prizes in the evening for the best decorated and ugliest sweater in the campground! $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Christmas Trivia in the Park
Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 11 AM to 12 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Want to show off your Christmas knowledge and have some laughs? Join us for some super fun afternoon of Christmas trivia! It'll be a great way to get into the holiday spirit and see how much you truly know about Christmas. $2 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Gingerbread Man Hunt!
Tuesday, Dec 23, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come out and enjoy a nice cool hike hunting for the gingerbread man. Afterwards warm up with a cup of hot coco and gingerbread cookie at the visitor center. $1 per person $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, December 27, 2025

Survival Skills
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, December 28, 2025

Pickett's Meals: Fourth Day of Christmas
Sunday, Dec 28, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Actually, it's three days after Christmas Day. Come out for another installment of Pickett's Meals and learn how to recycle your leftover Christmas ham into a new meal. We will be demonstrating Ham and Dumplings. Samples allowed for attendees. $3.50 - $ 6.50 770-443-7850.
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Friday, February 13, 2026

Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition
Friday, Feb 13, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition A colony on the eve of Revolution has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, February 14, 2026

Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition
Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition A colony on the eve of Revolution has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Sunday, February 15, 2026

Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition
Sunday, Feb 15, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Colonial Winter Village, 250th Edition A colony on the eve of Revolution has sprung up around Fort King George. The Winter Village will have 18th century civilian lives on display: tinkers, crafters, artisans, merchants, and more! The Blockhouse will put on court dramas for crowds to enjoy, while merchants sell their wares on Sutler's Street. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Scottish Heritage Days, 250th Edition
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Scottish Heritage Days, 250th Edition The Scots are back in town, setting up inside the Fort on the eve of Revolution! Meet war hero Lachlan McIntosh as he assembles brave recruits to fight against the British in Savannah. Friday: book special guided stations--great for schools! Saturday: BATTLE REENACTMENT AT 3PM! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Saturday, March 14, 2026

Scottish Heritage Days, 250th Edition
Saturday, Mar 14, 2026 9 AM to 5 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Scottish Heritage Days, 250th Edition The Scots are back in town, setting up inside the Fort on the eve of Revolution! Meet war hero Lachlan McIntosh as he assembles brave recruits to fight against the British in Savannah. Friday: book special guided stations--great for schools! Saturday: BATTLE REENACTMENT AT 3PM! $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Okie-Dokie Okefenokee : Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Apr 8, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come join us for a half day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of alligators, carnivorous plants, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime. in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $20 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, May 29, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sunday, May 31, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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