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Chattahoochee Bend State Park


Friday, April 25, 2025

Rangers Give a Hoot, Do You?
Friday, Apr 25, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come and learn about Georgia's most common owl, the Screech Owl. We will be going over details about its habitat, anatomy, and diet, followed by the dissection of owl pellets. Spots are limited, call to reserve your spot. $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025

Snakes and Lizards
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come and learn how to identify venomous and non-venomous species of snakes and lizards in the park. Spots limited, call to reserve your spot. $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Campfire Fun for the Family
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come join us for an evening of s'mores, songs, stories! Bring your favorite hot beverage: coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate. S'mores will be provided. Spots limited, call to reserve your spot. $7.00 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, May 10, 2025

We are wild about Turtles
Saturday, May 10, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come and learn about Georgia’s Eastern Box Turtle and learn what threatens their existence. Meet Stumpy our rescued box turtle and hear his story! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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The Life Cycle of a Frog
Saturday, May 10, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Hike a 1 mile loop with the Naturalist to the Flat Rock pond to find tadpoles in transformation and learn about their life cycle. Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring cameras and water. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, May 17, 2025

Mothers Day Arts and Crafts
Saturday, May 17, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Spend the day outdoors with mom making homemade crafts! We will be making butterflies and dragonflies for mom! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Reading with a Ranger
Saturday, May 17, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Come learn about the bandit (Raccoons) of the woods and hear a heart warming story of the "Kissing Hand" in honor of Mothers Day. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Memorial Day Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, May 24, 2025 8 AM to 5 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
(Ages 5-15 years old) Enjoy a beautiful hike while looking for the American flag. Find (1) turn it into the Visitor Center to receive a memorial day goody bag. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Memorial Day Ducky Race!
Saturday, May 24, 2025 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Lord willing and if the creek rises we will be hosting our annual Memorial Day Ducky Race! The race will be held at the Wild Turkey Creek behind the Visitor Center. Ducks are a $1 each, and can be rented at the Visitor Center. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday, May 31, 2025

Wake up with Nature!
Saturday, May 31, 2025 7 AM to 8 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Start your day with a breath of fresh air! Bring your coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate and a blanket to rise with the sun by the rivers edge. Listen out for the morning calls of the pileated woodpeckers, red-shouldered hawks, Canadian Geese and other song birds. Make sure to bring your binoculars and cameras! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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The Clean Up Crew: Turkey Vultures and Black Vultures
Saturday, May 31, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Do you know the difference between a turkey vulture and black vulture? Join our Naturalist in comparing these misunderstood creatures and learning why they are so important to humans and our environment. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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