Monumental Moments Events

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Game Night
Tuesdays 5 PM - 6 PM – Mar 17, 2026 until Mar 31, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Join us Tuesday nights for a family friendly game night at A.H.Stephens state park. We have card games, board games and refreshments. Meet in the group shelter at 5pm. Parking fee required. Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Bear Creek Hike
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026 to Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 10 AM
Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). Parking fee required. 706-657-4050.
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West Rim Hike
Tuesday, Mar 17, 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 17, 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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Equestrian Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 17, 2026 until Mar 22, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Calling all equestrians, come test your luck with this Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt! Ask for a sheet from the visitor center, and look for hidden shamrocks on Equestrian Loop #1. When you cross Bridge #1, go to the left. One lucky participant's name will be drawn after March 22nd for a special prize! Normal trail fees apply. $10 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM from Mar 17, 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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Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the King Snake
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the King Snake Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador king snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Homeschool Day - Orienteering
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
This program is intended for Homeschool families and is geared towards children aged 8-13 Join Smithgall's Naturalist to learn the basics of using a compass and navigation before testing your new skills in a fun game! This program does take place 100% outside, so please bring water and dress for the weather. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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St. Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, Mar 17, 2026 9 AM to 4:45 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Try to find our hidden pot of gold on the red trail and take a selfie with it to get a prize. Prizes are limited first come first serve. One prize per participant 0 plus parking fee required. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Wednesday, Mar 18, 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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Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Wednesday, Mar 18, 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
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 1 PM to 2:30 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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Backcountry Loop Hike
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 1 PM to 2:30 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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Salamander Secrets
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 2 PM to 2:30 PM
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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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 18, 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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Equestrian Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 18, 2026 until Mar 22, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Calling all equestrians, come test your luck with this Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt! Ask for a sheet from the visitor center, and look for hidden shamrocks on Equestrian Loop #1. When you cross Bridge #1, go to the left. One lucky participant's name will be drawn after March 22nd for a special prize! Normal trail fees apply. $10 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Chair Yoga
Wednesdays 1 PM - 2 PM – Mar 18, 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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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM from Mar 18, 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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From Seed To Plant
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
The Seed to Plant program is designed for children ages 3-7, introducing them to the world of plants. Kids will learn about plant life and plant their own seed to take home! Don't miss this opportunity for your little one to explore nature and learn something new! $2 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Best Buds
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Come join us as we welcome the lovely spring season! We’re excited to explore the different types of twigs and flowers together. We’ll have fun learning how to identify plants by their leaves and flowers, and we’ll chat about how they play a role in our ecosystem. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! Free plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 2 PM to 3 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 18, 2026 2 PM to 3 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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Thursday, March 19, 2026

Fossils of the Cumberland Plateau
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
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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Crime and Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Thursday, Mar 19, 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 Mar 19, 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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Equestrian Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Mar 19, 2026 until Mar 22, 2026 
Don Carter State Park - Gainesville, GA
Calling all equestrians, come test your luck with this Saint Patrick's Day Scavenger Hunt! Ask for a sheet from the visitor center, and look for hidden shamrocks on Equestrian Loop #1. When you cross Bridge #1, go to the left. One lucky participant's name will be drawn after March 22nd for a special prize! Normal trail fees apply. $10 plus parking fee required. 678-450-7726.
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Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
9 AM - 4 PM from Mar 19, 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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Friends of Magnolia Springs State Park Meeting
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 6:30 PM to 7 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Interested in becoming a Friends of Magnolia Springs State Park Volunteer? Community efforts include park beautification, programing, trail maintenance, and more! Please join us at the Group Shelter to learn more about how you can volunteer. Parking fee required. 478-982-1660.
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Beautiful Blossoms
Thursday, Mar 19, 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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A Salutations to Southern Turtles and Snakes!
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Meet live reptiles unique to the Coastal Plains and our Swamp! Learn what makes these different cold-blooded creatures unique and where the can naturally be found here in Georgia! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Dark Skies Stargazing
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 8:45 PM to 9:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us to enjoy the awe inspiring beauty of the stars. We are a Gold Tier certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies on the east coast. Enjoy the majesty of the stars with the naked eye or take a gander through our telescope for a closer look. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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