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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Cloudland Canyon is the only state park that lies within the Cumberland Plateau, and the only one that contains caves. This 1hr presentation explains why this region is riddled with holes, and will introduce you to the fragile environment of caves and some of the fascinating creatures found in them. Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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Backcountry Loop Hike
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
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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Birds & Brews
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 9 AM to 10 AM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Join a ranger for a morning of birding and relaxation. We will start the day off with some morning brews in hand before heading towards our bird blind for some casual birdwatching. $5 plus parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Herp, Herp, Hooray!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person parking fee required. 912-882-5256.
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Crime and Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
Bank Robberies! Gun Fights! Moonshine! Jail Breaks! Hog Thieves! Murders! A historical hike offered at the Dahlonega Gold Museum introduces visitors to these cases Learn about the people responsible for keeping law and order, those who committed crimes, and the punishments delivered to the guilty. See history where it happened! $5. 706-864-2257.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 22, 2026 until Feb 28, 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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Making History: Craft Your Own Cornhusk Doll!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA
Create your own Corn Husk Doll and decorate it alongside one of our Naturalists, while learning about the different uses Native Americans had for corn. $2-$6 Admission $5 Program Fee. 770-387-3747.
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Nature is for Lovers: A Couple's Hike
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Fort King George Historic Site - Darien, GA
Valentine's Day may be over, but love (especially for nature) never dies! Join our Naturalist for a casual hike through our grounds. Fall in love with the beginnings of spring--no sign-ups required. $4.75-$8.25 912-437-4770.
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Den and Bear It
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 1:30 PM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
How does a black bear prepare for winter? Come learn about the diets, dens, and dozings of this mammal. Get a chance to touch real bear skulls, claws, and teeth! Begins at the Trading Post at 1:00 PM. Parking fee required. 706-422-1932.
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Meeks Cabin Open House
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 10 AM to 2 PM
General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Tour the historic Meeks cabin, built in the 1830’s, for an insightful look at what everyday life would have been like two centuries ago here in Wiregrass Georgia. This program is free to the public. Standard parking fee is required. Free plus parking fee required. 912-384-7082.
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Survival Skills
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Shelter building, fire building, knot tying: Work by yourself or as a family team to create your own shelter using the forest around you (surrounding sticks, branches, vines). Then, learn helpful skills about fire building and tying knots. All supplies provided. Geared toward ages 8 years and older. Pre-registration required. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Safety First: Emergency Kit and Protocol 101
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Do you know what to do if you have an emergency on a trail? Being prepared for an emergency should be step one of any hiking or camping trip. Knowledge of proper emergency protocol and a fully stocked emergency kit can save lives. Join a ranger to learn proper emergency protocol and what you should have in your emergency kit. Parking fee required. 706-557-3001.
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Monumental Memories of High Falls
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Come hear someone share memories of High Falls from back in the day. Receive a stamp on your annual theme bookmark. Meet on the front porch of the Park Office. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Batty Banter
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Join our naturalist at the Museum for a fun excerpt on different bat species and their importance! Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Dragonfly Craft
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 3 PM to 4 PM
Indian Springs State Park - Flovilla, GA
Meet our naturalist at the Museum for a fun craft and class on native dragonfly species and their importance! Ages 3 and up. Parking fee required. 770-504-2277.
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Camp Lawton: Prison Life
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Camp Lawton held over 10,000 Civil War prisoners of war in late 1864. Join us at Camp Lawton History Center for a ranger led hike to the spring that provided essential clean drinking water. Along the way, we will discover more about these prisoners’ struggle for survival. Admission to the History Center is included. Ages 3 and under free. $5 plus parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Creature Feature
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Join a ranger for a free educational program to learn about native animals that call Panola Mountain home and what we can do to protect them. Program includes either a live snake or turtle. Meet at the Nature Center. For all ages, but recommended for children ages 5-10. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Parking fee required. 770-389-7801.
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Archery
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Archery Hour-long slots available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery and test your skills on the range. Program will cover basic safety and technique. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. Please call the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. $10 plus parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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A Day with Raptors
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
Join the Friends of Tallulah Gorge State Park for a day with raptors! Multimedia presentations will occur at 1:30pm and 3:30pm. Get the opportunity to meet 9-10 species of live raptors, including hawks, owls, and falcons! Parking fee required. 706-754-7981.
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Hike with a Ranger
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Join the Park Naturalist for a hike along the muscadine Trail. Be sure to wear hiking shoes and bring plenty of water. $5 plus parking fee required. 707-356-4362.
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Explore the Nature Hut
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 2 PM to 4 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! Parking fee required. 706-456-4362.
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Movie Night
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Tugaloo State Park - Lavonia, GA
Meet at the Nature Hut for a family friendly movie. bring chairs and blankets for comfort. Parking fee required. 706-356-4362.
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Homestead Hike
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Explore the ruins of old homesteads on this peaceful hike. Parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Tails on Trails!
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Bring your four legged friends to the park as we walk 0.75 miles on the ridge loop trail. Free plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Afternoon Paddle
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Watson Mill Bridge State Park - Comer, GA
Join us for a peaceful paddle on the river. Fun and easy, no experience necessary. Ranger led. Space is limited, Pre-registration required. Participants will need to sign a waiver. $10 plus parking fee required. 706-783-5349.
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Monday, February 23, 2026

Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 23, 2026 until Feb 28, 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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Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Game Night
Tuesdays 5 PM - 7 PM – Feb 24, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us for a family friendly game night with cards, board games, and fun! Every Tuesday in February. Meet at the Group Shelter. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Feb 24, 2026 until Feb 28, 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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Unboxing the Box Turtle
Tuesday, Feb 24, 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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