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Panola Mountain State Park


Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Homeschool at Panola: Stream Study (Grades K-5)
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Study the life cycles of aquatic animals and macroinvertebrates and investigate the wonders of metamorphosis. We will then study these amazing creatures at Panola Creek! Don't forget to bring shoes you don't mind getting wet and dirty! Meet at the Nature Center. Register by calling the Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
Homeschool at Panola: Stream Study (Grades K-5)
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Study the life cycles of aquatic animals and macroinvertebrates and investigate the wonders of metamorphosis. We will then study these amazing creatures at Panola Creek! Don't forget to bring shoes you don't mind getting wet and dirty! Meet at the Nature Center. Register by calling the Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Guided Mountain Hike
Saturday, May 4, 2024 9 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Bird Beak Buffet
Sunday, May 5, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Explore various tools that represent birds' beaks and the different adaptations they have to find food! This pop up activity will take place in the Outdoor Classroom and is suitable for all ages. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Saturday, May 11, 2024

Lost But Found, Safe and Sound
Saturday, May 11, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join Search and Rescue (SAR) Specialist Dianne Stone and her trusty K9 companion Maisy to learn simple techniques and supplies you should always have on hand when venturing into the great outdoors. You'll come out of this interactive course with the knowledge of what to do if you happen to get lost in the woods. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Homeschool at Panola: Forestry and Dendrology (Grades 6-12)
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 9 AM to 11 AM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Foresters play an important role in the care and health of our natural resources. Explore careers in forestry and learn one of the most important skills of being a forester -- identifying trees! Meet at the Nature Center. Dress for the weather as a portion of this class will happen outdoors. Register by calling the Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
Homeschool at Panola: Forestry and Dendrology (Grades 6-12)
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 1 PM to 3 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Foresters play an important role in the care and health of our natural resources. Explore careers in forestry and learn one of the most important skills of being a forester -- identifying trees! Meet at the Nature Center. Dress for the weather as a portion of this class will happen outdoors. Register by calling the Park Office. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Guided Mountain Hike
Saturday, May 18, 2024 9 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Wonder why Panola Mountain is a restricted area? Come on a guided hike to learn about the unique ecology and history of Panola Mountain State Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. Hike is moderately strenuous and covers approx. 3.5 miles. Ages 10+. Meet at Nature Center. Click event for more details. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
Intro to Tree Climbing
Saturday, May 18, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Intro to Tree Climbing
Saturday, May 18, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Sunday, May 19, 2024

Intro to Tree Climbing
Sunday, May 19, 2024 1 PM to 2 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Intro to Tree Climbing
Sunday, May 19, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. This is an introductory program to recreational tree climbing. Participants will use rope and harness to climb, swing, and scramble. Climbs start at 1 PM and 3 PM. Call Nature Center to register, space is limited to 12 climbers. Ages 8 and up. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Saturday, May 25, 2024

Sunset Mountain Hike
Saturday, May 25, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Take time out of your hectic schedule to join us for a relaxing sunset mountain hike of Panola Mountain. There's nothing quite like watching the sun set from the top of Panola. Bring flashlights, bug spray, hiking boots and water. Ages 10+. Space is limited. Call the Nature Center to register. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Monday, May 27, 2024

Salamander Meander
Monday, May 27, 2024 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
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. Click event for more details. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Monday, June 3, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: June 3-7
Monday, Jun 3, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
During this 5-Day Camp, participants will be introduced to the wonders of nature and the outdoors! Activities will include hiking, nature crafts, history, reptiles, games, and more! For ages 6-10 years old. $200. 770-389-7801.

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: June 3-7
Tuesday, Jun 4, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
During this 5-Day Camp, participants will be introduced to the wonders of nature and the outdoors! Activities will include hiking, nature crafts, history, reptiles, games, and more! For ages 6-10 years old. $200. 770-389-7801.

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: June 3-7
Wednesday, Jun 5, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
During this 5-Day Camp, participants will be introduced to the wonders of nature and the outdoors! Activities will include hiking, nature crafts, history, reptiles, games, and more! For ages 6-10 years old. $200. 770-389-7801.

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: June 3-7
Thursday, Jun 6, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
During this 5-Day Camp, participants will be introduced to the wonders of nature and the outdoors! Activities will include hiking, nature crafts, history, reptiles, games, and more! For ages 6-10 years old. $200. 770-389-7801.

Friday, June 7, 2024

Junior Ranger Camp: June 3-7
Friday, Jun 7, 2024 9 AM to 4 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
During this 5-Day Camp, participants will be introduced to the wonders of nature and the outdoors! Activities will include hiking, nature crafts, history, reptiles, games, and more! For ages 6-10 years old. $200. 770-389-7801.

Saturday, June 8, 2024

Lost But Found, Safe and Sound
Saturday, Jun 8, 2024 12 PM to 1 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join Search and Rescue (SAR) Specialist Dianne Stone and her trusty K9 companion Maisy to learn simple techniques and supplies you should always have on hand when venturing into the great outdoors. You'll come out of this interactive course with the knowledge of what to do if you happen to get lost in the woods. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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