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Skidaway Island State Park


Saturday, November 1, 2025

Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Rat Snake
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Rat Snake Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunday, November 2, 2025

Fall Back Hike
Sunday, Nov 2, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Fall Back Hike Don’t forget to set your clocks back by an hour. What better way to spend that extra time than on the trails at your favorite state park? Join us for a ranger-led 3-mile hike highlighting local flora and fauna. Wear hiking shoes and bring water. Meet up at the Big Ferry Trailhead. Don’t be late! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Monday, November 3, 2025

Unboxing the Box Turtle
Monday, Nov 3, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come and meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025 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 in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the King Snake
Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday, November 6, 2025

Roving Ranger
Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 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. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, November 7, 2025

Campfire Tales
Friday, Nov 7, 2025 6 PM to 8 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Campfire Tales Join us at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center for a laid-back time of stories and fun. Visitors will be have the opportunity to share their own stories as well, so come prepared to share. S’mores ingredients will be provided by Friends of Skidaway Island State Park while supplies last. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Veterans Hike
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 12:30 PM to 2 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Veterans, families, and friends are invited for a 3-mile hike. All are welcome to attend. We will discuss the history of Veterans Day while sharing stories and experiences. We will be joined by Women Veterans of the Coastal Empire. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Monday, November 10, 2025

Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Corn Snake
Monday, Nov 10, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Unboxing the Box Turtle
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come and meet some of our most elusive residents, the box turtles, and learn about their habits and amazing characteristics. Meet in the Interpretive Center $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Nov 12, 2025 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. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, November 14, 2025

Fungi Friday Hike
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Fungi Friday Hike A wide variety of mushrooms pop up on the trails at Skidaway Island State Park. Let’s see what mushrooms we can find and identify. Make sure to bring your smartphone or camera! Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 1-2 mile hike. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Garter Snake
Friday, Nov 14, 2025 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Garter Snake Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about our ambassador garter snake. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunday, November 16, 2025

Geocaching International Film Festival
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Join up with local geocachers for the 25th annual Geocaching International Film Festival as they say, “TFTC-Thanks for the Community!” and enjoy watching this year’s finalists (film reel lasts approximately one hour). Meet in the Interpretive Center. Depart following the screening for geocaching on the park, led by SaGe (Savannah Geocaching). $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Monday, November 17, 2025

Stills of Skidaway Hike
Monday, Nov 17, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Stills of Skidaway Hike Uncover the history and science behind the abandoned moonshine stills on Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Big Ferry trailhead for a 3-mile hike highlighting some of the area’s most fascinating tales. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Rat Snake
Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Rat Snake Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador rat snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Nov 19, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
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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Thursday, November 20, 2025

Snakes of Skidaway: Meet the Corn Snake
Thursday, Nov 20, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come by the Interpretive Center to learn all about one of our ambassador corn snakes. You will have the opportunity to meet and touch the snake while you learn about its behavior, habitat, and more! $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Friday, November 21, 2025

Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Jewels of the Marsh: Diamondback Terrapins The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle that lives specifically in brackish water. It is a keystone species in the saltmarsh ecosystem. Come join us for a closer look at this jewel of the marsh. Meet in the Interpretive Center for a 30-minute program and see our two live diamondback terrapins. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Hibernation Nation
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Come with us on a short hike as we discuss some of our native animals and their strategies for dealing with cooler temperatures and limited food supply. Meet up at the Big Ferry Trailhead. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Gather 'round the Campfire
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 5 PM to 7 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Gather 'round the Campfire There’s a chill in the air and it’s the perfect time to get cozy around the campfire. Join us as we take this time to reflect on the last year and share what we’re most thankful for. Hot beverages and s’mores ingredients will be provided by Friends of Skidaway Island State Park while supplies last. Meet at the fire pit behind the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Sunday, November 23, 2025

Archery
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 10 AM to 12 PM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
Archery Hour-long slots are available during the hours listed. Learn the basics of archery safety and technique and test your skills on the range. Equipment provided. Participants must be at least 10 years old. $10 per person. Please call the Visitor Center to reserve your hour in advance. Plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Read with a Ranger
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 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 in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Roving Ranger
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 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. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

First Day Hike: Dawn of the 250th
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 6:30 AM to 8 AM
Skidaway Island State Park - Savannah, GA
First Day Hike: Dawn of the 250th Step into history as we welcome the new year and the nation’s 250th anniversary. Join us at sunrise over the Skidaway marsh, where the golden light will illuminate the same breathtaking coastal views seen in 1776. Together, we’ll reflect on how this coast has changed since the nation’s founding and look forward to the future, one sunrise at a time. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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