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Friday, April 25, 2025

Kayaking 101
Friday, Apr 25, 2025 12 PM to 2 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet the Naturalist at the Park office; for a crash course in Kayaking. We'll be going over basic strokes, maneuvers, as well as Paddling Safety. Afterwards we'll hop into the water and test our new found knowledge. Be sure to bring water, snacks, dry clothes, and a towel. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Sunset Kayak Paddle
Friday, Apr 25, 2025 6:45 PM to 8 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. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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 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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Saturday, May 3, 2025

Low-Tide Paddle River Tour
Saturday, May 3, 2025 8:45 AM to 11 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Have a chance to explore Crooked River's namesake as we disembark and kayak along Georgia’s beautiful salt marshes. $45 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Sunday, May 4, 2025

Intro into Paddling
Sunday, May 4, 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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Whatever Floats Your Boat: the Physics of Kayaking
Sunday, May 4, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Kayaking is a lesson in applied physics every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Enjoy a kayak paddle on the reservoir while learning the science behind how it works. Spots are extremely limited call 770-732-2613 to register. $40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, May 8, 2025

Pre Mothers Day Kayak Trip
Thursday, May 8, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our ranger for Pre Mother's Day kayak trip - We will take a two hour paddle around the Mill Pond. You never know with nature what you may see. Limited spots available, Must be over 15 years old. $40 per person (plus tax). Sign up by Friday, May 2. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Friday, May 9, 2025

Sunset Kayak Paddle
Friday, May 9, 2025 7 PM to 8:15 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. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Saturday, May 10, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Saturday, May 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 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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Sunday, May 18, 2025

Intro into Paddling
Sunday, May 18, 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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Whatever Floats Your Boat: the Physics of Kayaking
Sunday, May 18, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Kayaking is a lesson in applied physics every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Enjoy a kayak paddle on the reservoir while learning the science behind how it works. Spots are extremely limited call 770-732-2613 to register. $40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Pre Labor Day Paddle After Hours
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our ranger for Pre Labor Day Paddle After Hours - We will take a two hour paddle around the Mill Pond. You never know with nature what you may see. Limited spots available, Must be over 15 years old. $40 per person (plus tax). Sign up by Friday, May 16. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Thursday, May 22, 2025

Pre Labor Day Paddle
Thursday, May 22, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our ranger for Pre Labor Day paddle - We will take a two hour paddle around the Mill Pond. You never know with nature what you may see. Limited spots available, Must be over 15 years old. $40 per person (plus tax). Sign up by Friday, May 16. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Friday, May 23, 2025

Sunset Kayak Paddle
Friday, May 23, 2025 7:15 PM to 8:30 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. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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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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Sunday, May 25, 2025

Twilight Kayak Tour
Sunday, May 25, 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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Whatever Floats Your Boat: the Physics of Kayaking
Sunday, May 25, 2025 3 PM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Kayaking is a lesson in applied physics every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Enjoy a kayak paddle on the reservoir while learning the science behind how it works. Spots are extremely limited call 770-732-2613 to register. $40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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