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Paddling Events


Friday, March 28, 2025

Evening Kayak Paddle
Friday, Mar 28, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Enjoy a lovely time on the beautiful river. Paddle up the peaceful river and return as the sun sets. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, March 29, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bold Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Stargazing Paddle
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 8 PM to 10 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
On a New Moon night, the stars are extra bright over Lake Rutledge. In the right conditions, you can even see the Milky Way. Come see the stars and listen to nighttime sounds on the lake with a ranger guided kayak tour. Bring water, a flashlight, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 7 PM to 8:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come enjoy an evening paddle with Rangers to watch the sunset on the Lower Lake. Participants will learn about some history of the park and local wildlife that comes out at night. Registration is required. $15 per person (rental included) | $5 per person if bringing own kayak. Contact Park Office to register or for any questions. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Friday, April 4, 2025

Sunset and Swamp Sounds Paddle
Friday, Apr 4, 2025 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts into colors such as orange and pink. Listen to the nocturnal wildlife as they begin to awake for the evening. We will meet in front of the trading post. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, April 5, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bold Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunset Paddle
Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 7 PM to 8:30 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come enjoy an evening paddle with Rangers to watch the sunset on the Lower Lake. Participants will learn about some history of the park and local wildlife that comes out at night. Registration is required. $15 per person (rental included) | $5 per person if bringing own kayak. Contact Park Office to register or for any questions. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Sunday, April 6, 2025

Guided Kayak Paddle
Sunday, Apr 6, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:45 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Come enjoy a morning on our black water lake! This is a guided paddle with our Naturalist. Let's see how many of our native plants and animals we can spot! Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event to secure your spot. We will meet at the kayaks beside the gazebo to hit the water! All participants must be able to swim.. See you there!!! $25 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Saturday, April 12, 2025

Crepuscular Kayaking
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, April 13, 2025

Crepuscular Kayaking
Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, April 19, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bold Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes (optional). For more info and to register, click on the link below. $20 if you use your craft, $25 if you use ours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Crepuscular Kayaking
Saturday, Apr 19, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, April 20, 2025

Crepuscular Kayaking
Sunday, Apr 20, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Earth Day Paddle
Tuesday, Apr 22, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than on the water - join us for a 2 hour kayak trip of our Mill Pond. $40 per person which includes kayak, paddle and life vest. Limit of 6 people, must be over 15, RSVP By April 18, 2025 $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, April 26, 2025

Crepuscular Kayaking
Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, April 27, 2025

Intro into Paddling
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a one-and-a-half-hour course on the basics of paddling! We will cover essential paddling techniques and important safety tips. This course is designed for those with little to no experience. We will meet at the Visitor Center and launch from the Lakeside Trail. As this is a pre-registered event, please call ahead to reserve your spot. 6-11: $20 12& up: $35 $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Sunset Paddle
Saturday, May 24, 2025 7:30 PM to 9 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come enjoy an evening paddle with Rangers to watch the sunset on the Lower Lake. Participants will learn about some history of the park and local wildlife that comes out at night. Registration is required. $15 per person (rental included) | $5 per person if bringing own kayak. Contact Park Office to register or for any questions. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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