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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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Monday, December 30, 2024

Black Moon Skygazing
Monday, Dec 30, 2024 6 PM to 7 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Meet our Naturalist at the fishing pier in the day use area and experience the Ogeechee River under the cover of one of nature’s darkest nights for unparalleled stargazing opportunities. Perfect for those looking to experience the park in a whole new light, or lack thereof! $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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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 historic 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 6:00 pm 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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Black & White 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
Late on New Year's Eve, we'll meet at the temple mound parking lot and hike a short trail to the top of Mound A. Under starry skies, we will bring in the New Year from atop 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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Friday, January 3, 2025

Allatoona Pass night hike
Friday, Jan 3, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting night hike at Allatoona Pass Battlefield! We will explore the area, discuss its history, and examine the circumstances that led to the battle. Additionally, we will visit one of the old earthen forts and talk about what each side may have experienced. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! $7.00 770-975-4226.
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Explore the Stars at Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, Jan 3, 2025 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Weather permitting we'll be exploring the stars at Sweetwater creek State Park. We'll discuss light pollution and what astrological features are visible. 5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Friday, January 10, 2025

Allatoona Pass night hike
Friday, Jan 10, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting night hike at Allatoona Pass Battlefield! We will explore the area, discuss its history, and examine the circumstances that led to the battle. Additionally, we will visit one of the old earthen forts and talk about what each side may have experienced. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! $7.00 770-975-4226.
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Friday, January 17, 2025

Campfire and Coco
Friday, Jan 17, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come enjoy hot coco and s'mores by the campfire with a Park Ranger. Meet at the fire pit behind the Mellinger Center in the campground. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Allatoona Pass night hike
Friday, Jan 17, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting night hike at Allatoona Pass Battlefield! We will explore the area, discuss its history, and examine the circumstances that led to the battle. Additionally, we will visit one of the old earthen forts and talk about what each side may have experienced. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! $7.00 770-975-4226.
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Friday, January 24, 2025

Allatoona Pass night hike
Friday, Jan 24, 2025 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for an exciting night hike at Allatoona Pass Battlefield! We will explore the area, discuss its history, and examine the circumstances that led to the battle. Additionally, we will visit one of the old earthen forts and talk about what each side may have experienced. Don’t miss out on this incredible adventure! $7.00 770-975-4226.
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Friday, January 31, 2025

Explore the Park After Dark
Friday, Jan 31, 2025 5:45 PM to 7:15 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This night hike will showcase the park in a way you haven't seen before. Be sure you dress for the weather, wear close toed shoes, and a flash light. This unique experience will be an easy mile and a half long hike. 10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Candlelight Tours: A Soldier's Journey
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 6 PM to 10 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Candlelight Tours: A Soldier's Journey
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 6 PM to 10 PM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join us for guided, candlelight hikes down trails of history. We begin with a soldier writing home about his experiences, then visit special scenes along the trail where his experiences are brought to life. Preregistration is required. More details will be provided on the Friends of Pickett's Mill website a month prior to the event. $10. 770-443-7850.
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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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