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Hard Labor Creek State Park


Saturday, July 27, 2024

Twilight Kayak Tour - Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps
Saturday, Jul 27, 2024 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 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, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, July 28, 2024

Kayaking 101
Sunday, Jul 28, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 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 16 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking. 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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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Twilight Kayak Tour - Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 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 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, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Friday, August 9, 2024

Paddle Under the Perseids
Friday, Aug 9, 2024 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. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Paddle Under the Perseids
Friday, Aug 9, 2024 to Saturday, Aug 10, 2024 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. For more info and to register click on the link below. $25 if you use your craft or $30 if you use ours. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 17, 2024

Twilight Kayak Tour - Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps
Saturday, Aug 17, 2024 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 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, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Full Moon Paddle
Sunday, Aug 18, 2024 7 PM to 9 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a ranger led paddle at night along the beautiful Lake Rutledge under the light of a full Moon. Experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. In case of a cloudy sky, the ranger will talk about constellations and planets. Please register by purchasing your ticket online using the link below. $20, kayaks and equipment included $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, August 24, 2024

Twilight Kayak Tour - Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps
Saturday, Aug 24, 2024 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 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, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Sunday, September 1, 2024

Twilight Kayak Tour - Learn about the Civilian Conservation Corps
Sunday, Sep 1, 2024 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 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, kayak and equipment included, $20 if your bring your own kayak $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Saturday, September 14, 2024

Hike and Paddle - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a ranger led hike (1 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 begins after 8/10/24. $20 if you use our kayaks. $15 if you use yours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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