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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Your State Park Work Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Don't forget, September 27 2025, Your State Park Workday, 9am-12pm. Water and snacks will be provided. if you can join us please call 706-614-8348 or register using the link provided. Help us make a positive difference. 706-456-2602.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA
Join Friends of Amicalola Falls State Park, Leave No Trace, and Georgia Appalachian Trail Club in projects that include trail signage improvement, removing litter, and refreshing Amicalola Falls State Park. Volunteers and visitors can also learn about Leave No Trace principles and how to help protect our trails. Meeting location: Visitor Center $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Your State Parks Day at Black Rock Mountain
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Black Rock Mountain State Park - Mountain City, GA
Come join our Friends group for some outdoor service projects around the park. We will meet at the Visitors center at 9:00 am. Register using the link provided: https://friendsofgastateparks.org/civicrm/event/register?id=536 Fee waived for participants in the workday. 706-746-2141.
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Chattahoochee Bend State Park Day - Bark on the Park
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 4 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Bring your furry canine on an autumn hike near the beautiful woodland creeks to enjoy the fall foliage and to celebrate our State Park! Stop by the visitor center to grab a bandana for Fido provided by our Friends of Chattahoochee Bend Volunteers. Payment covers dog bandana, if the owner wishes to have a matching bandana it is an additional $8.00. $8 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Your State Park Day 2025
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 2 PM
Chattahoochee Bend State Park - Newnan, GA
Installing plants at front gate (great for families with small children), removal of silt fencing (great for corporate partners), removal of Dog Fennel from wildflower beds(s) and Bumblebee Survey (great for families with older children/teenagers). Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Your State Parks Day at the Vann House
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 11:30 AM
Chief Vann House Historic Site - Chatsworth, GA
Free t-shirt and house tour to visitors who volunteer in a trail cleanup, fence restoration, or stick hauling. National Public Lands Day, celebrated in GA as YSPD is a celebration of working together for a common goal, an opportunity to use America’s public lands for the betterment of yourself and others. Bring the family and a friend! $0. 706-695-2598.
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Your State Parks Day - Cloudland Canyon
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9:30 AM to 1 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
The Friends of Cloudland Canyon State park will be hosting a variety of clean-up and other volunteer opportunities on the trails and around the park. Come help give back to our great state parks! 706-657-4050.
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Crooked River Clean Up - Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 8 AM to 12 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Help us cleanup along the river at two commonly used fishing areas or join us on the trails as we help to make Crooked River cleaner! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet or dirty. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Your State Parks Day Museum Spiffy
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Join us and help spiffy up the Dahlonega Gold Museum. All materials provided, just show up and help clear spiderwebs, wipe down walls and doors, etc. Get a free t-shirt while supplies lasts! 706-864-2257.
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Your State Parks Day- Lakeside Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 11 AM
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Come out and help us clean up the lakeside at the boat ramp by volunteering for Your State Parks Day! We are planning a Kids Fishing Rodeo in the spring of 2026 and need to clean up an area for this new event! Tasks will include trimming trees, moving cut limbs and picking up trash. Meet staff at the boat ramp. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Your State Parks Day- Marina Clean Up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 11 PM
Florence Marina State Park - Omaha, GA
Join us to volunteer and clean up trash and debris in the marina! Supplies will be provided. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Your State Parks Planting Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Support native and endangered flora species by lending a hand! We will be removing invasive plants throughout the nature trail, as well as planting native plants. Volunteers receive FREE admission! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-437-4770.
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Your State Parks Day - Red Bird Creek Trail Clean Up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Help beautify your local state park by joining Fort McAllister Pine and Red Bird Creek Trail clean-up! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-727-2339.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Fort Morris Historic Site - Midway, GA
Join us for our biggest volunteer day of the year! In celebration of National Public Lands Day, we’ll spend the morning cleaning and clearing branches, debris, and more to help keep Fort Morris beautiful. This is a great opportunity for groups, clubs, and students needing community service hours. Registration use the provided link. 912-884-5999.
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Your State Parks Day- Stone Wall and Fire Tower Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 1 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Join Friends of Fort Mountain Volunteers as they assist with cleanup efforts around the historic stone wall, the West Overlook, and the stone tower, as well as help remove graffiti from park structures. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 1 PM
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Creek & stream cleanup along the Wilkins Greenway & Birdberry trail will be the focus of this year's event. Volunteers will receive free t-shirts and free admission to the park during Your State Parks day. Registration is required. Please register at the Yargo Trail Crew website. Free! 770-867-3489.
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Your State Parks Day Campground Paint Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Join us as we freshen up the comfort station in campground 2. We will be painting the interior and exterior of the building. Please register in advance by: Email: friendsofgcsp@gmail.com phone:912-384-7082 or use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-384-7082.
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Your State Park Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Mark your calendar and plan to join our Friends Group in a project at our Park. If you are interested in becoming a Friends Member this will be a great time to learn more about the group and what they do at the Park! More details coming soon! Free parking for those who are volunteering. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Your State Parks Day - George T. Bagby
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge - Fort Gaines, GA
George T. Bagby State Park and Lodge During this event, we will be cleaning up the marina area. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-768-2571.
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Annual Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 12 PM to 3 PM
Georgia Veterans State Park & Resort - Cordele, GA
Help us preserve our natural beauty! Join us in supporting Georgia Veterans State Park by volunteering for cleanup projects throughout the park. Meet at the Visitor Center at 12 PM to get started! $5 parking. 229-276-1004.
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Your State Parks Day - Hard Labor Creek -
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Come out and improve Hard Labor Creek by volunteering for Your State Parks Day! There will be a variety of volunteer projects to choose for all ages and skills. RSVP by emailing: friendsofhardlaborcreek@gmail.com or using the provided link. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Your State Parks Day-Volunteer Clean Up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Hardman Farm Historic Site - Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Join our Friends of Hardman Farm Volunteers and help us prepare the Farm for our busy Fall and Christmas seasons. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $0. 706-878-1077.
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Your State Parks Day - Volunteer Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 1 PM
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
Join our volunteer work day to help clean up the site! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 912-264-7333.
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Your State Parks Day-Volunteer At Jack Hill
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 11 AM to 1 PM
Jack Hill State Park - Reidsville, GA
Join Jack Hill State Park for a day to serve, support, and celebrate Georgia's State Parks! We invite you to join us on Saturday, September 27 and get involved in clean up efforts around the park. Volunteers may enter the park for free. Please bring water, closed-toed shoes, and appropriate clothing. To register in advance, use the provided link. 912-557-7744.
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Outdoor Adventure Day- Fishing Rodeo - Your State Park Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 4 PM
James H. (Sloppy) Floyd State Park - Summerville, GA
Come out for a day of activities and fun! There will be a fishing rodeo for 15 yo and under, Reptile and Raptor Shows, face painting, rock climbing, food, ice cream, archery, and more! Contact the Park Office for any questions at 7068570826. $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Your State Parks Day: Fall Farm & Garden Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette, GA
Show your support for the historic site by joining our rangers and volunteers caring for the vegetable, herb, and flower gardens and the historical farm buildings. Work gloves are recommended. Guided tours of the site will be offered afterwards. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 478-986-5172.
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Trail Clean Up: Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Kolomoki Mounds State Park - Blakely, GA
Help the park spruce up their 5 miles of trails before the busy fall season. Please bring gloves and closed toe-shoes. Trash bags and clippers will be provided along with bottled water. Meet at the park Visitor Center to sign in. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 229-724-2150.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 to Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 9:30 AM
Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Join us in our effort to preserve the habitats of our wildlife by doing clean up and trail maintenance. Mid morning snacks will be provided by the Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park. We will also be discussing some of the history and heritage of our Park. We will meet at Group Shelter 3. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on the biggest volunteer day of the year as we work to clear debris off our trails and clean our boats! All volunteers will get in free. The park has a limited supply of tools. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring water. Bring your own tools if possible (no power tools). To register in advance, please use the provided link. 478-982-1660.
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Your State Parks Day: Trail Blazing and Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 1 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Call for volunteers to help with clearing and blazing trails impacted by Helene, Work involves removing logs, branches and other debris from the trails. This work will be followed by blazing the trails. Supplies will be provided. Please bring work gloves. Water will be provided. The parking fee will be waived. $0. 706-541-0321.
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Your State Parks Day Trail of Tears Clean-up Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 to Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
New Echota Historic Site - Calhoun, GA
Join other lovers of Cherokee history and support New Echota as we perform various landscaping projects around the visitor center, historic grounds and along New Town Creek Nature Trail. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-624-1321.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join Friends of Panola volunteers as we work to keep our public lands beautiful and clean. We will be working on various clean-up projects around the Nature Center. Bring water, gardening gloves, and tools if you would like. Register by calling the park office or using the provided link. 770-389-7801.
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Your State Parks Day 2025
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site - Dallas, GA
Join the Friends of Pickett's Mill in helping to improve our natural and historical areas here in the park. We will focus our efforts on the Large Wheat Field. Water and snacks provided. Please bring gloves. Admission is free for volunteers. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 770-443-7850.
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Your State Parks Day- Trail Clean Up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 11 PM
Providence Canyon State Park - Lumpkin, GA
Join our friends group to volunteer to help clean up our trails and keep our park beautiful! Meet at the visitor center at Providence Canyon. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-838-6202.
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Your State Parks Day: Invasive Plant Removal
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us for Celebrate Your State Parks Day at Red Top Mountain! We will be removing Bush Clover from our grounds to help protect our shoreline. We'll meet at Webster's Ferry at 9:00 AM and work until 12:30 PM, pulling up this invasive plant. If you're interested in participating, please call the Visitor Center or use the provided link to register. Free plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Your State Parks Day - Richard B. Russell
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Richard B. Russell State Park - Elberton, GA
Richard B. Russell State park will be hosting a volunteer project day. Please come out and support your local State Park. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-213-2045.
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Your State Parks Day: Clean up Trail and Grounds
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site - Warm Springs, GA
Enjoy a day of volunteering with the staff and the "Friend's of the Little White House ." We will be cleaning up and trimming part of our new nature trail and grounds. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-655-5870.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Seminole State Park - Donalsonville, GA
Come join us for some beautification as we work together to make the park a little better. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 229-861-3137.
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Your State Parks Day - Trail Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Have you heard? The Friends of Skidaway Island State Park is growing! Make new friends and join our group of volunteers as we tackle the trails, filling holes and cutting back vegetation. Bring work gloves, a water bottle, and can-do attitude! Meet at the Interpretive Center. To register in advance, please use the provided link. Parking is free for volunteers. Check in at the front desk for your volunteer parking pass. 912-598-2300.
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Your State Park Day - Cottage Garden Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Are you wanting to make a difference in your local state park? Come down to Smithgall Woods for a volunteer day in our cottage garden to make sure it continues to be as beautiful as ever! To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-878-3087.
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"Water" you Waiting for - Your State Parks Day Cleanup
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us in our efforts in cleaning up our water ways and other areas of the park and celebrate Your State Parks Day! Trash bags will be provided. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 1 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Join our Friends of Tallulah Gorge State Park to help beautify the park by painting the 1913 Jail and light trail maintenance. Meet at the Old Jail House on the South side of 441 To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-754-7981.
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Beautification Project for Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 to Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 10 AM to 2 AM
Traveler's Rest Historic Site - Toccoa, GA
Volunteers will assist in cleaning antique furniture inside this historic stagecoach in and work on grounds beautification outside the inn. To register in advance, please use the provided link. 706-886-2256.
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Your State Park Day: Inner Loop Trail Clean up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
Enjoy a day of volunteering with the staff and the "Friend's of Victoria Bryant State Park." We will be cleaning up and trimming part of the Inner Loop Trail. Parking is free for all volunteers that day, and a free hot dog lunch, as a "Thank You" for giving back! We will meet at Picnic Shelter #4. $5 parking. 706-245-6270.
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Your State Parks Day - Trahylta Lake Trail Clean Up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA
Your State Parks Day is all about volunteering. Join us for a lake trail clean up. Stop by the office to grab a bag to fill with trash. $5 parking fee is waived for volunteers. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 706-745-5129.
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Your State Parks Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us on the biggest volunteer day of the year as we work to clear debris off our trails and clean our canoes and kayaks! All volunteers will get in free. The park has a limited supply of tools. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring water and gloves. To register in advance, please use the provided link. $5 parking. 706-783-5349.
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Your State Parks Day - Trail Clean up
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Wormsloe Historic Site - Savannah, GA
Come help rangers pick up trash and complete trail maintenance on the Interpretive trail and the Battery Trail. There will be a limited supply of gloves and tools - bring your own if you have a favorite. *Admission is free for those helping with trail clean up* 912-353-3023.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

Your State Parks Day-Outdoor Discovery Stations
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 10 AM to 1 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
It's Your State Parks Day, get out to the Parks! Learn about local wildlife, history, and outdoor skills with fun games, activities, and discovery tables. Nature discoveries, inflatable archery, and more hands-on adventures. Park Office lawn. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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