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Tugaloo State Park


Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Mini Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026 8 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
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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Mini Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Oct 7, 2026 9 AM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Get ready for Fall Break Fun! Activities will include exploring trails, learning to survive in the wild, becoming wildlife detectives, and, of course, enjoying games and crafts. Each kiddo will earn their Junior Ranger Badge at the end of the day! Ages 6-12. Pre-registration Required by calling the Park. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026
Migratory Bird Hike
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 8 AM to 9 AM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
October 10th is Migratory Bird Day! Hit the Muscadine Trail (0.75 miles, Easy) with our Naturalist to search for migratory birds by sight and sound using the Merlin Bird ID app—download before arrival for best experience, but the app is not required. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the trailhead. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Pinecone Birdfeeder Craft for Migratory Bird Day
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 11 AM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Support migratory birds by building a birdfeeder to take home. (Peanut butter will be used). Meet at the Nature Hut. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Moon Phases and Constellations
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
October 10th is the last day of Space Week: Come learn about moon phases and constellations (using cookies and marshmallows!). Ages 3+ welcome. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $4 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Oct 10, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Drop by the Nature Hut any time between 2-4 to explore our displays and chat with our Naturalist. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, October 15, 2026
National Mushroom Day Hike
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join our Naturalist on the Muscadine Trail (0.75 mi., Easy) to search for mushrooms. Note: Hike intended for general curiosity and enjoyment; not intended as an instructional program about foraging or identifying edible mushrooms. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Trailhead. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
Dig Into Geology
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
It’s Earth Science Week—join us for a hands-on geology adventure! Explore minerals, the three rock types, and the layers of the Earth. Meet at the Nature Hut. Pre-Registration requested. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Drop by the Nature Hut any time between 2-4 to explore our displays and chat with our Naturalist. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Reptile Roundup
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026 10 AM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
October 21st is National Reptile Awareness Day. Come learn about Snakes, Lizards, Turtles of Georgia. Then meet our Animal Ambassadors and wrap up with a craft. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $4 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, October 24, 2026
Spooky Spider Webs
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come make your own Yarn Spider Web while learning about our 8-legged friends. Then go on a spider hunt around the Nature Hut to discover different kinds that call the park home. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Drop by the Nature Hut any time between 2-4 to explore our displays and chat with our Naturalist. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Thursday, October 29, 2026
Feed the Birds Day: Pinecone Birdfeeder
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Support migratory birds by making a birdfeeder to take home. (Peanut butter will be used). Meet at the Nature Center. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Saturday, October 31, 2026
Bewitched by Bats
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Ever noticed those dusk-time visitors flitting through the night sky? Chances are they’re Georgia's only native flying mammal--bats. Come learn about bats that call Georgia home and do a craft. Pre-Registration requested. Meet at the Nature Hut. $3 plus parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Drop by the Nature Hut any time between 2-4 to explore our displays and chat with our Naturalist. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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