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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This peculiar looking creature has spread through two continents and is now found in nearly two dozen US states. Get the low-down on this interesting and unusual animal and learn why they are so bad at crossing roads. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
 
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(Cancelled) Campers will be joined by Rangers for a day of fishing, hiking and games aimed to teach your littles outdoor safety and fun.
Be sure to pack plenty of water as we will be outside all day. Comfortable shoes are also recommended. Lunch will not be provided. Call the Park Office to sign up. $30. 706-857-0826.
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Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Come see what nature has to offer at Red Top as we walk the Sweetgum trail in search of items on our Scavenger Hunt. Start the day off right with a hike! All items can be found at Red Top this time of the year. .75 mile hike on Sweetgum Trail, easy difficulty. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to use a compass and a map is a GREAT skill for anyone to possess. Get started early (or late!) learning valuable life skills. If this is something you would liketo know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center! $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to construct and maintain a viable fire is probably the most essential survival skill. Uses include; cooking, safety, signaling, and not becoming a human popsicle. Don't get left out in the cold.. Come get properly educated! Meet at the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us to explore the art of yarn spinning using a drop spindle. We will discuss the history of the drop spindle and learn how to transform raw materials into usable yarn. At the end of the session, you'll have the opportunity to take home the yarn you created! Call the Visitor Center today to reserve your spot! $15.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Knowing how to read a map and effectively navigate using only a compass is a great skill to have. Start preparing for an emergency BEFORE it happens. We have the experience and know-how to get you up to speed! If this is something that you would like to know how to do, simply navigate your way to the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for an event on use of a compass and learn how to use that compass to set a course from a map or 'orienteer.' We'll have compasses, maps, and a simple course set up. This program is recommended for kids 8+. Weather permitting, call to reserve your spot. $5.25 - $6.50 706-695-2598.
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Many species of plants and animals, including some in our park are imperiled, or threatened. Come find out what they are, and what's being done to ensure their survival. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to identify some of the most common trees found along the canyon rim on this easy walk along the Overlook Trail. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Bank robberies. Gun fights. Moonshine. Jail breaks. Hog Thieves. Murders. An urban hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site introduces visitors to these cases and even more from the annals of Lumpkin County court records. $5. 706-864-2257.
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A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Come join us for a half day camp at Stephen C Foster State Park in the heart of the Okefenokee Swamp! Delve into the world of alligators, carnivorous plants, migratory birds, and more! Prepare for a fun day of learning and memories that will last a lifetime.
in advance, registration is due 1 week before camp. $20 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp
$100 per student for the whole 4 days
$30 per child for individual days
Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project.
Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable.
To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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We'll be sharing s'mores and stories by the campfire from 7-8:00pm! Stop by the Mellinger Center by the campground, all visitors welcome. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come out for an afternoon of fun with the family and your furry friend! Take a hike by the river, enjoy lunch at our riverside picnic tables and stop by the Visitor Center to check out our cornhole, croquet, horseshoe, and other yard games $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Hiking during the fall you are sure to see or walk into a spider web. Come hike to see and learn about the spiders who call the trails home at Chattahoochee Bend. Find out why they are not as scary as they appear and how they benefit our environment. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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These 2 - 2.5 hour long Ranger-led programs will take you crawling in the mud, scrambling over rocks, encountering strange creatures and (possibly) wading through a subterranean stream as you explore the fascinating world underground. $45 per person $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Explore the geologic forces that formed the canyon and the surrounding area. This moderately strenuous hike (just under 2 miles) begins at the Main Overlook and proceeds down to Cherokee Falls. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time!*
Grab your pencils and join our Interpretive Ranger on an artistic journey on one of our walking trails! Take the opportunity to let your creativity flow and sketch the environment around you. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Have you ever wanted to be a mosquito? Probably not, but join us on the range anyway to learn how to use a bow! Get the chance to show off your skills and celebrate the spooky season in this creepy themed archery class. $15 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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*!Pre-registration is required at least 1 hour before the scheduled time!*
Scorpions, owls, and bats, oh my! Attend this evening hike to learn about the nocturnal animals of Crooked River State Park. $2 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Join our rangers in making this classic camping meal! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us as we step into the past and learn about General Elijah Clark and the daily lives of settlers during the Revolutionary War. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join us at the Chatsworth-Murray Library for a Painting with Nature program. We will be gathering natural materials like fallen leaves, branches, pinecones, and rocks to be used as artistic tools in a painting session afterwards! 706-422-1932.
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Join us every Friday night at the Visitor Center fire ring as we welcome our weekend campers and park visitors with an enchanting family-friendly campfire program! This program will include a campfire construction demonstration, a group activity element (sing-along or interactive story), and either hot chocolate or s'mores. FREE! $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come down to Picnic Shelter 4 to enjoy some Friday Fun with a variety of different activities available each week. Activities include 2-4 player games, crafts, and trivia with a Ranger. The Ranger will also answer any nature, history, or park questions you may have. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Corn husk dolls were one of the earliest toys for Native American and Colonial children. Past and present come together as you create your own unique corn husk doll with family and friends. Gather at Camp Lawton History Center.
$3 Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Join a ranger to explore the fascinating world of geology! We will discuss the various types of rocks found at Red Top and delve into Georgia's remarkable geological history. There will be rocks, fluorescent rocks, and fossils on display. Come by, take a look, and learn something new! $2 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is an exciting hobby, sport, and is great fun for all ages. Not to mention... you would look SO much cooler with a bow in your hand, shooting arrows at high speed! We also just so happen to have the equipment, and the know-how, to get your shots where you want them. Pre-registration is required in order to guarantee your spot. Ages 8+ only. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is an exciting hobby, sport, and is great fun for all ages. Not to mention... you would look SO much cooler with a bow in your hand, shooting arrows at high speed! We also just so happen to have the equipment, and the know-how, to get your shots where you want them. Pre-registration is required in order to guarantee your spot. Ages 8+ only. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Pewter has been used since the Ancient Egyptians. See how Pewter is used today as we heat it and use it to make castings. Cast your own souvenir from pre-made molds or design your own. Stop by the Picnic Tables behind the Visitors Center anytime between 1 and 4! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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We invite you to join us at our wonderful park! We will engage in a casual conversation about the park and its available activities. We will also discuss the local wildlife and answer any questions you may have. So, come on by, have a seat, and enjoy the company of a ranger while indulging in a free S'more! $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us for a bat watch and expert talk as the sun sets in the sky and the bats begin to fly. Meet at Picnic Shelter 1. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Enjoy the beauty of the Okefenokee swamp at sunset.
Take a relaxing and immersive evening tour into the swamp. See birds heading home to roost and alligators heading out to hunt, and watch as the suns colors put on a show over our dark waters. $25-35 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Tallulah Gorge State Park cordially invites you to tea! Meet a collection of historical characters who will share their experiences with you, as first person reenactments. Finally, unwind at our candlelit tea party as the sun sets to mark this moment in your history.
Must RSVP! $30 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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