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the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This nature hike will begin in our amphitheater and proceed down to the river along our Interpretive trail. At the river we will spend some time looking for wild-life around the river. We will then hike back to the museum along our River Walk Nature Trail. $2 - $6. 770-387-3747.
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Gather sticks, bend branches, and build a stick shelter as a group in this hands-on survival program! A ranger will guide you through the basics. All ages welcome! Begins at the Old Fort Picnic Area at 3:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Learn about our local naturalized and invasive species, how they got here, and what purpose they may serve. Meet at the Park Office to hike the ADA trail. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for our Peanut Butter Pinecone program! Visitors will learn how to make their very own pinecone bird feeders to bring home to the rest of the family! This simple and easy program is perfect for all ages, and we invite you to make as many as you like. We hope to see you there! $2 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for our Peanut Butter Pinecone program! Visitors will learn how to make their very own pinecone bird feeders to bring home to the rest of the family! This simple and easy program is perfect for all ages, and we invite you to make as many as you like. We hope to see you there! $2 plus parking fee required. 912-557-7744.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Are you a keen observer? Finding the beauty in nature is its own reward, but today you have a chance to earn an additional prize. Stop by the Visitor Center to receive your instructions then head out to explore! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Did you know that Okefenokee is home to 234 species of birds? Wrangle up those binoculars and join a ranger for a hike on our Upland Pine Trail and learn the benefits of learning while birding. By the end you will have a better understanding of how the Okefenokee Swamp benefits these beautiful animals and gives a chance to many species of concern. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join a Park Ranger at picnic shelter 2 for a fun filled program where we dive into the world of all things small. We will utilize a microscope to glance into the tiny worlds that are found the Okefenokee, and even watch carnivorous plants in action under the scope! $2 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Drop by the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center to meet some of our snakes and learn about their habitats, diets, and appearances, and even get the opportunity to touch them! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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March 30 - April 3, 2026.
Camp season starts early this year! Kids ages 6-12 will spring into action as they explore the coast, try new outdoor skills, and dive into hands-on activities that are sure to make Spring Break an unforgettable adventure!
Space is very limited - only 16 spots...
Call (912) 598-2300 to register today. $275. 912-598-2300.
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Attention trail running enthusiasts! Join one of our park rangers for a five-mile run along the Overlook Trail to the Back Country camping loop and back to the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us for a hike illuminated by the full moon. We'll learn about some of the plants and animals of the swamp, learn which animals come out at night, and keep an eye and ear out for what we can find! Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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For children ages 6 to 12. We will learn about lake critters, trees, birds, animal tracks and more on your way to earning a super-cool Jr. Ranger badge. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Enjoy an unique paddle experience under the light of the full moon! Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for a hike illuminated by the full moon. We'll learn about some of the plants and animals of the swamp, learn which animals come out at night, and keep an eye and ear out for what we can find! Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail; no flashlights are necessary. Pre-registration is required; call the visitor center to reserve your spot. $3 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Enjoy the sunset and share stories around a campfire. Bring stories about your favorite hikes, wildlife sightings, camping trips, and more. A park ranger will talk about Hard Labor Creek history, wildlife, and even tell ghost stories. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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How can wetlands burn? Do wildfires help or hurt environments? What makes a place fire prone? How has our relationship with fire changed over time?
Learn the fascinating story of wildfires in the Okefenokee Swamp and how fire and water continue to define our unique ecosystem. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us for a Mid-Morning Hike on Victoria's Path (2 miles long, Moderate) to learn the History of the park. Please wear closed toed shoes, and bring a water. We will meet at the Park Office! Please call the Park office to register! $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Come out and celebrate Easter with the family in the park. Ages 5+ egg hunt will be on the 2-mile riverside trail. Find a Golden Egg and win a Grand Prize! $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Come out and enjoy Easter with the family in the park. We will be having a toddler egg hunt on the Campground 1 Helo-pad field. Find a Golden Egg and win a Grand Prize! $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for a very fun and festive Easter themed hike, as we hop down one of our trails in search of some very strange and colorful eggs. $5.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Have you ever seen an interesting plant or insect, but didn't know how to identify it? With the iNaturalist app, you can ID plants, animals, insects, and fungi in just seconds! Come learn how to use the app at the visitor center, followed by a fun competition to test your new skills. Pre-register by calling the visitor center. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Why are camouflage jokes so funny? You never see them coming! Come learn how our local animals camouflage themselves, with an activity where you will get to practice your new skills! Meet outside the visitor center. Pre-registration required; call the visitor center to save your spot. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Bring an Easter basket and a picnic, and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful riverside park. The kiddos will try to hunt down where that sneaky bunny hid those eggs. Pre-registration is required and opens on March 15th by calling 912-727-2339 $10 Per Participant parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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Happy birthday! Join us for some fun games and snacks as we celebrate the new baby bears born within our park! No live bears will be present. All ages welcome! Begins at Shelter 4 at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to create your personalized hiking stick! We have several woods to choose from and we will cut the stick to your height. We have several ways to personalize your stick including burning your name. Sandpaper and a sealer is provided. Paracord will be provided for a hand grip! Pre-register at the Visitor Center. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Big Creek Trail! Find out what plants and animals call our sandhill community home! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water and comfortable walking shoes. We will meet at the Visitor Center to hit the trail. See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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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 parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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It’s time to learn all about trees. Join Rangers on a nature hike to learn all about the different species of trees that call our site home. The hike will be on the New Town Creek trail, and it ranges in difficulty from easy to moderate. Admission fee required. Call for further information. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Diamorpha smallii is in bloom! Endemic to the Southeast, this gorgeous red succulent fills Panola Mountain's solution pits during the month of March and makes for some beautiful photo opportunities. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Register in advance by calling the park office. Click event for details. $10 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Join us for a hike along the Sweet Gum Trail where we will explore various tree species that inhabit the park. Learn about the characteristics of each and discuss their role in the environment. Additionally, we will address some endangered species in Georgia and events that led to their decline. Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join the Easter Bunny for a hike along the muscadine Trail. Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring plenty of water and an Easter basket. $3 plus parking fee required. 707-356-4362.
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Join an interpretive ranger to learn how camouflage is used in nature and make your own camouflaged egg! Next, test your detecting skills by searching for camouflaged eggs that will challenge even the most experienced egg hunters! This program is intended for k-6 but all are welcome! Find us in Shelter 2! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join us for a very fun and festive Easter themed hike, as we hop down one of our trails in search of some very strange and colorful eggs. $5.00 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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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 parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Before the bunny started hiding eggs on Easter, it was a vital part of Native American life. Native Americans utilized rabbits for their meat and skins. They also used rabbits in many of their myths. Come out to Etowah and create your own bunny rabbit & hear a few myths. This event includes a $5.00 Program Fee for supplies and materials. $5.00 Program Fee
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Start your day with a leisurely stroll around our lake loop trail. Join a ranger for this easy, 1.2-mile hike. Begins at the Beach area at 9:00 AM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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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 parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on a paddle around Lake Rutledge. Ages 10 and up. $23 if you use your craft, $28 if you use ours parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead Parking Area (moderately rated) to hike on our most tranquil trail and share nature inspired poetry. Bring some poems to read or just enjoy the ones the Naturalist brings. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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There is always something new and exciting to see - all you have to do is look! Bring the family out to explore and enjoy a spring scavenger hunt for a prize while supplies last. Stop by the Visitor Center for instructions, then head out to explore! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Ever wondered what a nature journal entails? Get creative with the Naturalist creating your own journal. We will go over the different types of nature journals and then hit the trails to enjoy all nature has to offer. $3 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Join us at Picnic Shelter 2 to learn about Georgia mammals! You will have the opportunity to touch and interact with a variety of furs while learning about the animals that call our state home. Pay in the visitor center beforehand, or bring cash to the event. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Spend three days with the park rangers over Bryan County Spring Break. Learn skills from the Civil War and outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, and hiking. For ages 6-12. Registration begins on February 15. Payment is due upon registration. $110. 912-727-2339.
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Kids between 7-11 years old will join our Ranger to spend time doing activities in our Park's Junior Ranger book. Activities will include tour & history of the Mill House, nature hike, concept of "leave no trace", outdoor safety, fishing, parks history & more. $25 per kid. Limited spots available, call 478 763 2759 to register. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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This camp is for ages 5-15 with different challenges available for each age level. Participants will explore the natural world, with guided nature hikes and ambassador animals. There will be designated time for science and arts related activities. Students will learn fire safety and will do some campfire cooking.
To register call 770-732-2613 $200 or $50 per child per day parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Are you afraid of snakes? Do you know the difference between a reptile and an amphibian? These questions will be answered in this program. Join our naturalist as we explore the world of reptiles. The Naturalist will share turtle shells, bones and live snakes as we learn about reptiles in Georgia. We will search for reptiles along a short trail. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us at Picnic Shelter 2 to learn about Georgia mammals! You will have the opportunity to touch and interact with a variety of furs while learning about the animals that call our state home. Pay in the visitor center beforehand, or bring cash to the event. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Come join us on Iron Hill trail, as we explore the unique geology of Red Top Mountain. We discuss the park's geological history and the the different rocks and minerals found throughout the area. We will also go over why Red Top Mountain was a popular area for mining. Let's rock n' roll! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Birdfeeders provide an energetic boost to the diets of local and migrating birds looking for a hearty meal. Make your own to take home while watching our birdfeeders. Meet behind the Visitor Center at the picnic tables. $3 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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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. $20 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Bring your nature journal, Binoculars, Camera/ iPhone, lunch and enjoy a hike on the riverside trail to search for, identify and log different species of birds along the Chattahoochee River. Keep an eye out for our Bald Eagles, Osprey and Hawks! $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Explore the geologic strata of the canyon from the bottom up in this advanced look at the rocks and minerals that make up the lower part of the canyon. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the lower Sitton Gulch Trailhead. This is a moderate 2-mile hike. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Coffee, cocoa and conversation! Let's take it slow and enjoy the stroll. This will be an easy walk and talk perfect for all ages and paces! We will meet at the Interpretive Center to start our morning out right! See you there! Parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us as we venture into the woods to see the awakening of spring. View wildflowers along the trail, listen to birds singing and bees buzzing, discover what new life is around the lake and what wildlife we may see. $4 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Do you ever wonder what lives in the woods. Come join us as we discover the world of wildlife at Mistletoe State Park. We will share mounts, furs and more as we explore wildlife that live in our back yard. Guests will make a wildlife animal mask and visit the nature center. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast.
Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us for an easy 1-mile hike on the West Platform Trail to bird watch and learn how to identify songbirds and birds of prey like the Naturalist do. Bring your binoculars, camera, journal, and listen out for our eagles, osprey and hawks.
The Naturalist will provide each person with a bird watch check off list. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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the wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sutton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we will drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Join a ranger on a guided hike to observe and identify the seasonal wildflowers blooming alongside our lake. This is a 1.2-mile, easy hike. Begins at the Beach area at 10:00 AM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Enjoy the sunset and share stories around a campfire. Bring stories about your favorite hikes, wildlife sightings, camping trips, and more. A park ranger will talk about Hard Labor Creek history, wildlife, and even tell ghost stories. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Bring your phone or digital camera for a spring themed photo scavenger hunt. Pick up your assignment in the park office after 9am and return with your pictures before 4pm to claim your prize. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Hummingbird's spring migration has started and they are arriving in Georgia. We are preparing for their arrival by creating hummingbird feeders from recycle soda bottles. Join the Naturalist to learn more about these fascinating birds and to make a feeder to hang in your own yard. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Learn all about amphibians and macroinvertebrates during a 1.25 mi. hike on the Watershed Trail. We will be spending some time at Panola Creek looking for these amazing creatures, so be prepared to get muddy and wet. Ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. Call the Park Office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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A variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Join us for an Plant Identification Hike on the Inner Loop Trail (2.3 miles long, moderate) an awesome way to connect with nature! We will be using the Seek app by iNaturalist to identify plants along the Inner loop trail. Recommend downloading the Seek app before arriving! We will meet at the Park Office. Please wear hiking shoes, & bring a water. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the river while the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Join us 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 Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join Georgia Master Naturalists as we explore the native flora and fauna of an Amicalola Spring. In this program, we will be diving into the identification app, iNaturalist, learning to use field guides, and other nature identification apps! Meeting location: Visitor Center Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! Parking fee required. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your own Journal, Binoculars, Camera/iPhone, picnic lunch and enjoy a hike on the Flat Rock Trail that boast granite outcrops with elf orphine, spiderwort, lichen, fungi and more! $5 plus parking fee required. 700-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent and social animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as you go on a birding adventure with one of our interpretive rangers.
This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River. Meeting at the Nature Center. Parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Why are camouflage jokes so funny? You never see them coming! Come learn how our local animals camouflage themselves, with an activity where you will get to practice your new skills! Meet outside the visitor center. Pre-registration required; call the visitor center to save your spot. $1 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Celebrate monumental moments with us as we honor this year’s Georgia State Parks theme, Monumental Moments: America’s 250th! Take part in our on-site scavenger hunt and explore the park in a whole new way! Parking fee required. 706-663-4858.
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Learn the basics of fire building using different materials, work together to gather supplies, and learn how to stay warm in the wild. Perfect for families and outdoor explorers of any age. Pre-registration is required. 15 plus parking fee required. 912-727-2339.
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In honor of National Gopher Tortoise Day (4/10), join us in a short hike and learn about the gopher tortoise which is the state reptile of Georgia and a keystone species. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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This ranger-led hike will take visitors along Lake Rutledge on a portion of our Beach Trail, and then up to see one of the only Civilian Conservation Corps Camps left standing in America. Participants will learn about CCC and Hard Labor Creek history. Hike geared toward active participants 8 years old and above. Pre-registration required Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Fire is a powerful tool that has many important applications in forest management. Prescribed fires have a history going back thousands of years. Join a ranger on a 1.5 mile hike to learn about the importance of prescribed fires, and how they help prevent wildfires. Ages 6+ Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Meet the Naturalist next to Picnic Shelter #1 to hike the Falls View Trail (strenuous) to learn about the various plants that call it home including their traditional significance and uses. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Come join our Naturalist at the Interpretive Center for a informative talk about turtles and other reptiles that call our Park home! Find out what role they play in their natural habitat. Meet our turtles Clover, Quincy, Augustine and Taylor. They are sure to put a smile on your face. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist for a beautiful sunset kayak paddle on our blackwater lake!. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. Space is limited! We will meet at the kayaks beside the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim. We hope to see you there! $25 plus parking fee required. 912-287-4900.
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Join us for a hike along the Sweet Gum Trail where we will explore various tree species that inhabit the park. Learn about the characteristics of each and discuss their role in the environment. Additionally, we will address some endangered species in Georgia and events that led to their decline. Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Come join us on Iron Hill trail, as we explore the unique geology of Red Top Mountain. We discuss the park's geological history and the the different rocks and minerals found throughout the area. We will also go over why Red Top Mountain was a popular area for mining. Let's rock n' roll! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy a guided hike of the Laurel Ridge Trail with Smithgall's Volunteers. The Laurel Ridge Trail is an approximately 1.6-mile moderate hike featuring mountain coves, high elevation species like chestnut and blackjack oaks, and a wonderful photo opportunity with a view of Mt. Yonah. Parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Explore the beginnings of the Suwannee River on this ranger guided hike at the Suwannee River Sill. Learn about the abundant wildlife found within the Okefenokee (the headwaters of the Suwannee) and the history of how people have used this land while taking in the unique scenery of this environment. Sign up in advance by calling park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast.
Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Learn everything you need to know about fishing on Lake Hartwell and then join the Park Ranger on a fishing trip to hone your skills. Located at the Nature Hut. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at our amphitheater fire ring for some silly and family friendly stories and s'mores. Get to know your fellow campers and tell your favorite stories around the campfire. Bring a flashlight for the walk back to your campsite. $2 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Join us at the Visitor Center for a fun hour filled with facts and hands on learning about variety of wildlife in Unicoi State Park. Get the opportunity to meet a few critters up close and personal. This is offered year-round and takes place the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Free to the public. Parking fee required. 706-878-2201.
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