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Hard Labor Creek State Park


Friday, July 26, 2024

Night Hike and Scorpion Hunt
Friday, Jul 26, 2024 9 PM to 10 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. By using provided UV lights, you will see scorpions and millipedes glowing in the dark. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 3/4 mile trail. Kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 2, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Aug 2, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Adaptation Education
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Want to learn about animal adaptations? This is the program for you. We will be learning about interesting animal adaptations in nature through an adaptation game, educational activities, and crafts. This program is for ages 6+. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring bug spray. Pre-registration and social distancing required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 9, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Aug 9, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Paddle Under the Perseids
Friday, Aug 9, 2024 10 PM to 11 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Paddle Under the Perseids
Friday, Aug 9, 2024 to Saturday, Aug 10, 2024 11:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join a park ranger on this kayak tour as we watch what is considered to be the year's best meteor shower because the meteors are often bright and leave long trails. Bring water, a change of clothes or a towel, flashlight and bug repellent. Participants must be 8 years and older. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 16, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Aug 16, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Night Hike and Scorpion Hunt
Friday, Aug 16, 2024 9 PM to 10 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
We're heading into the night to learn about the things that we can't normally see. By using provided UV lights, you will see scorpions and millipedes glowing in the dark. Meet at the park office to walk along an easy/moderate 3/4 mile trail. Kids ages 6 and older. Bring a flashlight, bug repellent, and wear sturdy shoes. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 17, 2024

Campfire Safety - It's Lit
Saturday, Aug 17, 2024 4 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Fire can be dangerous, but with proper fireside safety we can make campfires without worry. Learn about the role of fire in nature and fireside safety with a ranger. Then test what you learn by making a campfire safely and enjoy some s'mores. Ages 8+. Pre-registration required. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Mushrooms and Other "Fun Guys"
Sunday, Aug 18, 2024 5 PM to 6 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join us for a fun activity day where you will learn about scavengers, decomposers, and mushrooms! You'll get to stretch your legs with scavenger themed yoga. Learn all about mushrooms with an educational mushroom work shop, and make your own mushroom in a fun arts and crafts activity. Ages 6+. Limited to 12 participants. Preregistration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 23, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Aug 23, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 24, 2024

Jumping Jamboree
Saturday, Aug 24, 2024 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join the frogs in a night-time jamboree where you will make a banjo, harmonica, and frog mask during this craft program. Learn about the frogs of Georgia while you hear them sing on Lake Brantley. Pre-registration required. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 30, 2024

Trivia Night
Friday, Aug 30, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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