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Mistletoe State Park


Monday, August 25, 2025

Explore Birdwatching
Monday, Aug 25, 2025 9 AM to 10 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
You are outdoors in your back yard or hiking a trail. You hear a bird, maybe several birds. Have you ever wondered what birds are making those sounds, those calls, singing those songs? Come explore birdwatching and expand your world while learning about theirs. We will discuss Mistletoe's ten most common birds and their songs to get you started! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Monday, September 1, 2025

Fassscinating Snakes
Monday, Sep 1, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Hiss tube, nope rope, and danger noodle are just a few names inflicted on the much maligned snake. Come learn about snakes and debunk the old adage, "The only good snake is a dead snake." $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025

Paint the Park
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Come paint Mistletoe State Park! This artist-lead program is for beginners or those with painting experience. We will be painting a lovely view of the lake from Shelter #3. High school students in the state of Georgia can enter their painting in a statewide art contest. More information can be found at GaStateParks.org/ArtContest. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

National Hunting and Fishing Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 8 AM to 5 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Let's go fishing to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day! This activity is for the whole family, all ages and levels of fishing experience. This is a free fishing day. No license is required for Georgia residents to fish on this day. $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Monday, October 13, 2025

Kids Fall Fun
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Kid friendly fall celebration. Kids will create a animal mask, go on a animal scavenger hunt, candy bob, roast marshmallows, play fall bingo and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Kids Fall Fun
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Kid friendly fall celebration. Kids will create a animal mask, go on a animal scavenger hunt, candy bob, roast marshmallows, play fall bingo and enjoy a hayride by the lake . Each child will receive a small treat bag once they complete all the activities. $10 per child $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Fall Color Hike
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 9:30 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Join us the first Saturday in October for a fall color hike! Mistletoe is covered with a wide range of hardwoods and this is a perfect time of year to see all the amazing color they have to offer! We will be hiking the Cliatt Creek trail. Registration is recommended $5 or $10 for a family $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Home School Event: Prescribed Fire
Wednesday, Nov 5, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
This homeschool event discusses the application of prescribed fire to manage vegetation, reduce wildfire risks, and improve ecosystem health. A park ranger will demonstrate the technique and equipment used to perform this function. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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