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Saturday, November 23, 2024

Fire-building 101
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the Park After Dark
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Explore the park after dark on this ranger led hike. Bring out a flashlight and weather appropriate clothing. We'll be exploring 2 miles along the river corridor. Pre-registration is required by 5 pm day of. Ages 18+ $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Fall Movie
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Join us in the office parking lot to watch a beloved Thanksgiving tradition. Bring your chairs, blankets, and snacks. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, November 29, 2024

Night Hike
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 9 PM to 10 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Meet at the Nature Center for a Ranger-led sensory night hike and connect with nature through activities designed to engage all of your senses. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Movie Night
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Must register by 5 pm day of. Come hang out for our movie night, enjoy some popcorn, earn a cool sticker, and meet some of our ambassador animals. We'll be watching RATTLED: Conserving Rattlesnakes in Appalachia. While we'll be viewing this film indoors feel free to bring a blanket or pillow to make the experience more comfortable. 10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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UGA Stream Game
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
We’ll be streaming in the office parking lot. Popcorn and concessions will be available for purchase. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Swamper's Guide to the Galaxy
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Weather permitting, We will meet in the main parking lot across from the Trading Post. We will talk briefly about light pollution then explore visible constellations and dark sky objects through the telescope. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Christmas Movie
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Come enjoy a beloved Christmas favorite before our Christmas Tree Lighting in the park office. Bring your chairs, blankets, and snacks. Stay afterwards to experience the lighting of the park at pond 1 at 8:00 PM. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Friday, December 6, 2024

Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Sunday, December 8, 2024

Straight to the Moon!
Sunday, Dec 8, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an evening of discovery as we take out our telescope to observe the moon. We’ll discuss the moon’s role in the natural world and its importance for our survival. This event will take place behind the Visitor Center and is ADA-accessible. We hope to see you there! Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, December 13, 2024

Night Hike
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Meet at the Nature Center for a Ranger-led sensory night hike and connect with nature through activities designed to engage all of your senses. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Meteor Madness: Geminids Meteor Shower Viewing
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 8 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Come catch the Geminids Meteor shower under one of the darkest skies in the southeast. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch the sky above. Though a telescope is not necessary to view a meteor shower we will have one available to view other objects in the night sky. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Christmas Golf Cart Parade
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Join us on Saturday, December 14th @ 6PM for the Christmas Golf Cart Parade! You can enter golf carts, UTVs, and more. The route will begin at the airfield and travel to Cypress Grill where festivities will take place, including a visit from Santa. Contact us at 229.276.1004 for more information & prices to enter a cart. 229-401-1212.
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Santa and Friends Magical Campground
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Drive through our SWGA winter wonderland campground including "snow", lights, and magical characters. Visit the dining hall at Camp Hicita to talk to Santa and enjoy some hot chocolate by the fire. Donations are accepted and appreciated. Sponsored by the Friends of Kolomoki. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Meteor Meetup: Geminids Meteor Shower
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a magical evening as we gaze at the night sky and witness the awe-inspiring Geminid Meteor Shower. We will meet at the Iron Hill Trail parking lot to observe the sky and enjoy this annual spectacle unfolding right before our eyes. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Full Moon Hike
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 8 PM to 9 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Come enjoy the park... at night! Hike under the stars by moonlight and see river in a whole new way. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Full Moon on the Avenue
Sunday, Dec 15, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
We invite you to join us for a special hike and to come see the full moon as you've never seen it before! Surround yourself with the natural beauty of nearly 400 southern live oaks bathed in moonlight as we make our way down Wormsloe’s beautiful and historic Live Oak Avenue (3 miles total - 1.5 miles each way). Admission: $3.25 - $12 Program fee: $8.00 912-353-3023.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Cold Moon Trek
Wednesday, Dec 18, 2024 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a magical evening as we walk along the Iron Hill Trail illuminated by the "Cold Moon." This mystical moonlight will be our only source of light. During the hike, we will discuss the Moon's significance in the natural world and explore various myths surrounding it. Come out and enjoy the beauty of this experience! $6.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Friday, December 20, 2024

Fire-building 101
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Movie Night at the Park
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Join us for an evening of family friendly entertainment. We will be watching a holiday favorite that is sure to warm even the grumpiest of hearts. Wear your holiday PJs, bring outdoor chairs and blankets, and meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center. Concessions available. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Fire-building 101
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 5 PM to 6:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
You will learn how to build a fire from the ground up, then stick around for S'mores and campfire fun! Meet at the interpretive Center $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Night Hike
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Meet at the Nature Center for a Ranger-led sensory night hike and connect with nature through activities designed to engage all of your senses. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Christmas in the Pines Lighted Walking Trail
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 6 PM to 9 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! Every weekend after Thanksgiving - December 21st from dusk-9PM. Spend the evening walking through our lighted trail featuring Christmas favorites and holiday music. $10. 229-276-1004.
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Winter Solstice Campfire with S’Mores
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a winter solstice evening. Eat yummy s’mores then burn a pinecone wish to come true in the new year! $3 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Whispers of Wormsloe - Guided Lantern Tour
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 7 PM to 10:30 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
The past comes to life with this one night event! Come experience Wormsloe in a way that few get to, hear the stories of colonial life directly from the source, and take part in their festivities! Standard admission required plus $15 program fee 912-353-3023.
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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Swamper's Guide to the Galaxy
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 7 PM to 8 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Weather permitting, We will meet in the main parking lot across from the Trading Post. We will talk briefly about light pollution then explore visible constellations and dark sky objects through the telescope. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Tuesday, December 31, 2024

Last Day Sunset Hike
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 6 PM to 8 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Celebrate the last day of 2024 with a torch-lit sunset tour of the ancient city of Etowah. On Tuesday, December 31st, the Mounds will be open until 8:00 pm, with a guided tour up Mound A starting at 6:00pm to view the sunset. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. $2-$6. 770-387-3747.
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Glow in the Dark New Year's Eve Party
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 to Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 8 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Join us on in the ballroom Tuesday, Dec 31st to celebrate New Year's with the Rock Mob as entertainment! Cordelia's Restaurant will also be open from 5p-9p if you'd like to grab a bite to eat before the party! They're serving an Italian Buffet for $24.95 per person. $25. 229-401-1212.
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New Year's Eve Hike
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 to Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 11 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Meet Rangers at the park office for an easy 1.2 mile hike around the lower lake to ring in the New Year. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. Hike will finish off with sparkling grape juice around a campfire as we count down to the New Year. $1 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Stepping into the New Year: First Day Hike
Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 to Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 11:30 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Meet at the temple mound parking lot as we hike along a short trail to the top of Mound A. There we will bring in the New Year at the top of the mound. Bring a flashlight, closed toe shoes, and a friend! $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

First Day Night Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Join a ranger on the Overlook Trail for our First Day Night Hike! $3.00 per person $3 plus $5 parking. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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First Night Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Meet Rangers at the park office for a Moderate 1.5-mile night hike to the Marble Mine. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and a flashlight. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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First Day Hike: Last Chance Night Hike
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is your last chance to hop on a first day hike here at Sweetwater Creek State Park. This hike is suitable for ages 10+ All minors must have an accompanying adult. This will be a 1 mile moderate hike. Please ensure that folks are dressed for the weather close toed shoes required. Must register by 5 pm day of. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Thursday, January 2, 2025

Shooting Star Paddle Party: Quadrantids Meteor Shower
Thursday, Jan 2, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us for the first meteor shower of the year on the water! Paddle along Billy's Lake of the Okefenokee Swamp in search of beautiful shooting stars in the sky. This is an hour and a half paddle on still water, please dress for the weather and bring water for this program. Please arrive 15 minutes early to fill out a waiver prior to the paddle. $30 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Halloween Hayride
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 7 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Come join the friends of AH Stephens State park and staff for the annual haunted hayride! We promise thrills and chills with costume contest, movie on the lawn, campsite decorations, and treats for all!! $5 plus $5 parking. 706-456-2602.
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Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Haunted Village at Hard Labor Creek
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come visit our Spooky Haunted Village for a family-friendly, slight-fright event. Walk through Camp Daniel Morgan on a trail filled with scenes of your Halloween scary favorites. Event suitable to ages 6 and above. There will be wagon rides available (1:30pm - 4:30pm) for those who don't want to be spooked on the haunted village. Tickets after 9/15 $10 cash at the door. $8 through Eventbrite. $3 wagon ride cash $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, October 31, 2025

Trick or Treat, RV Contest, And Wagon Rides
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 4 PM to 8:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come camp with us on the spookiest of nights! Kids will collect candy from RV to RV. Campers are encouraged to decorate their sites and compete for the prize of most festive set up. Tour around the park on our decorated conestoga wagon. At night, play put putt on our glow in the dark mini golf. Wagon Rides $3 per person, Glow Mini Golf: $5 per person, cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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