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Friday, February 20, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Feb 20, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:45 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, February 21, 2026

America the Beautiful: Wild and Wonderful Okefenokee Paddle
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 2 PM to 4:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Paddle out to Billy's Island and journey into the history of the swamp. We'll immerse ourselves in the beauty of this National Natural Landmark and learn about how it ties into America’s story of wilderness, development, and conservation. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:45 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Friday, February 27, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Feb 27, 2026 5:15 PM to 6:45 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, March 6, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Mar 6, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, March 13, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Mar 13, 2026 6:30 PM to 8 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, March 20, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Mar 20, 2026 6:30 PM to 8 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, March 27, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Mar 27, 2026 6:45 PM to 8:15 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 with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $35 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, March 28, 2026

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Mar 28, 2026 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 and the sky as the sun sets. A ranger will interpret the role the CCC made in creating this great park in the 1930s. For more info and to register, please click on the link below $25 + app fee, kayak and equipment included, $20 (+app fee) if your bring your own kayak parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, April 11, 2026

Adaptive Jr. Ranger Camp. Outdoors Beyond Barriers
Saturday, Apr 11, 2026
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Suitable for ages 6-17. Family attendance and participation encouraged. Adaptive Fishing Equipment Tracked Wheelchairs Adaptive Kayaking Adaptive Archery To register Please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov with participant name, number of attendees, and which activities attendees would like to participate in. Parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Paddle Under the Perseids
Tuesday, Aug 11, 2026 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 a change of clothes, flashlight, bug repellent, and water. Limited spaces, 8 years and older. Registration opens on July 19. $30 if you use your boat or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Paddle Under the Perseids
Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026 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. Registration will open on July 19 $30 if you use your craft or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Paddle Under the Perseids
Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026 to Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 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. Registration will open on July 19 $30 if you use your craft or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Thursday, August 13, 2026

Paddle Under the Perseids
Thursday, Aug 13, 2026 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 a change of clothes, flashlight, bug repellent, and water. Limited spaces, 8 years and older. Registration opens on July 19. $30 if you use your boat or $35 if you use ours. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, September 12, 2026

Hike and Paddle - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 3 PM to 5:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a ranger led hike (1.5 hour) along our new beach trail as we walk by swamps, hardwood/pine forests and a controlled burn area. After the hike, we'll kayak (1 hour) on the lake looking for wildlife such as raptors, herons and migrating birds. Wear closed toe shoes, bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. Registration will open August 24. $30 if you use our kayaks. $25 if you use yours parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Kayaking 101 - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 6 PM to 8 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 8 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking (any minor needs to be accompanied by an adult). Equipment provided. Limited spaces. Event open to all public, including Girl Scouts. $30 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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