Monumental Moments Events

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Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Jan 20, 2026 until Jan 31, 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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Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Read with a Ranger Young children will enjoy getting out for this hour of interactive reading. Listen to nature stories perfect for children with a love of the outdoors. Meet at the Interpretive Center. Parking fee required. 912-598-2300.
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Homeschool Day - Birds and Worms
Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
*No reservations until December 1st* This program is for individual Homeschool parents and is appropriate for children aged 4-7. Join Smithgall’s Naturalist for a fun program on all things birds and worms! Learn about what different birds eat, how they find their food, and how their food stays hidden through an interactive game. $5 plus parking fee required. 706-878-3087.
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Holey Ground: Caves and Karst of the Cumberland Plateau
Wednesday, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Jan 21, 2026 until Jan 31, 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: Winter!
Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
Bring Homeschoolers to learn about what happens during winter. Learning area is ADA accessible. Optional guided hike after instructional time time. Students must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited. Must register in advance. Parking fee required. 478-993-3053.
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Pioneer Skills: Candle Making
Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Red Top Mountain State Park - Acworth, GA
Join us to discover how colonists and pioneers created their own light before the advent of electricity. We will explore various methods of candle-making, as well as the tools and materials used in the process. At the end of the session, you'll even have the chance to make your own candle to take home! Don't wait—call now to reserve your spot! $10.00 plus parking fee required. 770-975-0055.
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Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Jan 21, 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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Thursday, January 22, 2026

senior line dancing-CANCELLED
Thursdays 11 AM - 12 PM – Jan 22, 2026 until Jan 29, 2026 
A.H. Stephens State Park - Crawfordville, GA
Senior line dancing class every Tuesday and Thursday of January, starting January the 8th until January 29th. from 11am till 12pm. Please bring water and comfortable shoes. no event fee parking fee required $10 Parking fee required. 706-456-2602.
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Let's ROCK: Geology Hike
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
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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Crime & Punishment Historical Walking Tour
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA
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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Monumental Moments Scavenger Hunt
8 AM - 5 PM from Jan 22, 2026 until Jan 31, 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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Animal Fitness Hike
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Join us in a guided "Fitness Animal Hike". Students will learn about various animals that live at Mistletoe State Park. They will mimic animals movements building strength, coordination, and balance. We are turning a nature hike into a fun engaging physical activity using animal movements to develop gross motor skills and keep children active. $6 plus parking fee required. 706-541-0321.
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Campfire Cooking: Cast Iron Popcorn!
Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 5:30 PM to 6:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for our first Campfire Cooking class of the year and learn to prepare a fun winter-time snack; fresh popped popcorn! $5 plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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