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Thursday, September 18, 2025

Kayaking After Hours
Thursday, Sep 18, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us to paddle the lake after hours. RSVP by 9/13/25. $40 per person, must be over 15 years old and able to swim. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, September 20, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 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 Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. 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 in the Swamp Kayak Paddle
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 7 PM to 8 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Sunday, September 21, 2025

101 Weekend - Kayaking 101
Sunday, Sep 21, 2025 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 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 8 participants. To register or for more info, please click on the link below. $25 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Monday, September 22, 2025

First Day of Autumn Paddle
Monday, Sep 22, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us for the First day of Autumn paddle. $40 per person and includes all equipment. Must be over 15 and able to swim. Limited spots available, call today to reserve your spot. Deadline to sign up 9/18/2025. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Thursday, September 25, 2025

Kayaking After Hours
Thursday, Sep 25, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us to paddle the lake after hours. RSVP by 9/13/25. $40 per person, must be over 15 years old and able to swim. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Sunset in the Swamp Kayak Paddle
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
There is something magical about being in the swamp at sunset, the colors reflecting on its dark waters. Kayak in the swamp as the sun slips away, birds fly home to roost, frogs begin their chorus, and nocturnal creatures start their night. $35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Twilight Paddle
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Watch wading birds and enjoy the setting sun in the peaceful, ranger-led kayak trip along the Tugaloo peninsula on Lake Hartwell meet at the kayaks behind the main office. space is limited. $15 per person, advance registration required $5 parking. 706-356-4363.
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Morning River Paddle
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Morning River Paddle
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 9:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful morning paddle. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15.00 per person $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 3 PM to 4:15 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Get out in the sun and enjoy a relaxing 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. If there is inclement weather, the program will need to be cancelled and those registered will receive a full refund. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, October 4, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Oct 4, 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 Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. 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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Thursday, October 9, 2025

Pre Columbus Day Weekend Paddle
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Kick off the Columbus Day weekend with a 2 hour paddle on Thursday evening. $40 per person, all equipment provided. Must be over 15 and able to swim. RSVP by 10/4/2025 to hold your spot. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Friday, Oct 10, 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 Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. 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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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Beginners Kayaking
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
New to Kayaking? Join our small group guided kayak paddle where we go over the fundamentals of kayaking. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must be accompanied by an adult. $65 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Beginners Kayaking
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
New to Kayaking? Join our small group guided kayak paddle where we go over the fundamentals of kayaking. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must be accompanied by an adult. $65 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, October 13, 2025

Explore the Lake with a Ranger
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Come join our Ranger in a 2 hour paddle to explore the lake on Columbus Day. $40 per person, all equipment provided. Must be over 15 and able to swim. RSVP by 10/9/2025 to hold your spot. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, October 18, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, Oct 18, 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 Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. 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, Oct 18, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Join rangers for a sunset paddle around the Lower lake. Meet at the office by 6:30PM. Make sure to bring water and wear clothing that can get wet. $5 - $15 $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Adaptive Junior Ranger Family Camp with the Aimee Copeland Foundation
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This adaptive family camp is for all ages. Three all-terrain wheelchairs are available for use on trails (must be certified through Aimee Copeland Foundation). Adaptive fishing equipment and kayaking are also available. Register in advance by emailing Adrian.Fox@dnr.ga.gov. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Intro into Paddling
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for a two-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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