Monumental Moments Events

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Monday, March 2, 2026

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Monday, Mar 2, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Monday, Mar 2, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This program will introduce you to some of the most common and not so common fossils that may be found in the different rock strata of the Cumberland Plateau. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 2, 2026 until Mar 30, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Beautiful Blossoms
Monday, Mar 2, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Learn all about flowers while making your own paper blooming bouquet. All materials and instruction provided. $5 per person. Call (912) 598-2300 to register for this program. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Full Moon Hike
Monday, Mar 2, 2026 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Hike 310 stairs to the suspension bridge to watch the moon rise above the gorge $10 per a person parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Backcountry Loop Hike
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Hike with a park Naturalist on the two-mile Backcountry Campsites loop. This is an easy hike. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive to the Backcountry Camping Trailhead. Duration Approx, 1.5 hours Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 3, 2026 until Mar 30, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Full (Worm) Moon Hike
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 7 PM to 8:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Join us for a rare opportunity to see the full moon from the trail! Pre-registration and payment required. Space is limited. No walk ups allowed. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM from Mar 3, 2026 until Apr 5, 2026 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Unboxing the Box Turtle
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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World Wildlife Day - Wildlife Track Hike
Tuesday, Mar 3, 2026 11 AM to 12 PM
Victoria Bryant State Park - Royston, GA
To celebrate World Wildlife day, we will find wildlife tracks along Victoria's Path (1 mile long, moderate) and identify the animal, Ranger-led hike. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring a water. Meet at the Park office. Please call the park office to register. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-245-6270.
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Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Salamander Secrets
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Learn the difference between salamanders and lizards in this program highlighting five species of the Appalachian region. We will bring to light their secretive lives with interesting facts and tales about these special creatures. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
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. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 4, 2026 until Mar 30, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
There is something to celebrate in Georgia history every month of the year! Ask for a scavenger hunt sheet from the visitor center and walk the Overlook Trail to learn about this month's Monumental Moments. When you return the sheet completed, you will earn a prize! Parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Homeschool Day: Rocks!
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring homeschoolers to learn about the rock cycle and some of the more common rocks and minerals of our area. Instructional area is ADA accessible. Optional guided hike after instructional time. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Chair Yoga
Wednesdays 1 PM - 2 PM – Mar 4, 2026 until Mar 25, 2026 
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Do yoga in a chair! This class is aimed at participants with limited mobility. $10 per person. Must register in advance. Space is limited. $10 plus parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Music & Movement Hike
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Our Assistant Naturalist loves to dance across bridges on the trail! Meet at the Tranquility Trailhead parking area to shake and groove your stress away to Queen (moderately rated). Free Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM from Mar 4, 2026 until Apr 5, 2026 
Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site - Brunswick, GA
Pick up a scavenger hunt map, follow the clues, and find the secret phrase. Then, turn in your map and receive an Easter goodie bag. This event is for all ages, Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am - 4 pm, from March 3 to April 5. Win an extra prize for sending us a selfie while on your hunt. $5.50 to $8.75 912-264-7333.
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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Mar 4, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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