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Stephen C. Foster State Park


Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Gator Spotting At the Suwannee Sill
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Thursday, May 7, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, May 8, 2026

Swamp Hunters: Predators of the Okefenokee
Friday, May 8, 2026 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
The Okefenokee is full of predators—from epic alligators and black bears to slithering snakes, soaring birds, and a few more unexpected hunters. Come discover how these remarkable inhabitants stalk, strike, and survive in the swamp. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Swamp Fruits, Shoots, and Roots
Friday, May 8, 2026 2 PM to 3 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us for an easy hike on the Jones Island Trail while we talk about some of the edible native plants in the Okefenokee. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, May 9, 2026

Macro Mysteries of the Okefenokee
Saturday, May 9, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Explore the swamp's most basic building blocks in the ecosystem! We will be looking for aquatic insects in the swamp water. We will be searching the edges of the water, from the shore with nets for macro invertebrates. Possible insects may include dragonfly nymphs, whirligig beetles, gator fleas and many others. Parking fee required. 912-637-5270.
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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Gator Spotting At the Suwannee Sill
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Thursday, May 14, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, May 15, 2026

Wonderous Waterbirds, Soulful Singers, and Roving Raptors - Birds of the Okefenokee
Friday, May 15, 2026 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
234 species of birds can be found in the Okefenokee. We'll talk about some of the most common, most unusual, and most striking birds you might see in the swamp. Parking fee required. 706-637-5274.
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Macro Mysteries of the Okefenokee
Friday, May 15, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Explore the swamp's most basic building blocks in the ecosystem! We will be looking for aquatic insects in the swamp water. We will be searching the edges of the water, from the shore with nets for macro invertebrates. Possible insects may include dragonfly nymphs, whirligig beetles, gator fleas and many others. Parking fee required. 912-637-5270.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

Welcome to the Okefenokee Hike
Saturday, May 16, 2026 10 AM to 11 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a ranger for an easy and conversational hike. Learn a little bit about the swamp, its history, and some of the plants and animals that live here. Questions encouraged. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, May 16, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Gator Spotting At the Suwannee Sill
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, May 21, 2026

Solar System Road Trip
Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Scale down the Solar System and take a stroll from planet to planet with a ranger. Learn about our neighbor planets and gain a sense of just how large the Solar System actually is! At the end of this informative stroll, visitors will get a chance to take a closer look at the full moon through our telescope! Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 22, 2026

Wetlands and Wildfires - How Fire and Rain Shape the Okefenokee
Friday, May 22, 2026 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
How can wetlands burn? Do wildfires help or hurt environments? What makes a place fire prone? How has our relationship with fire changed over time? Learn the fascinating story of wildfires in the Okefenokee Swamp and how fire and water continue to define our unique ecosystem. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Swamp Hunters: Predators of the Okefenokee
Friday, May 22, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
The Okefenokee is full of predators—from epic alligators and black bears to slithering snakes, soaring birds, and a few more unexpected hunters. Come discover how these remarkable inhabitants stalk, strike, and survive in the swamp. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 22, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026

A Legacy Almost Lost to Time: Company 1433
Saturday, May 23, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
On May 27th, 1937 The New Deal's Civilian Conservation Corp officially arrived here in the Okefenokee. Learn the stories of the resourceful and hardworking men who helped shape the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge into a beloved travel destination. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Gator Spotting At the Suwannee Sill
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us at the historic Suwannee River Sill to learn about the swamp’s most famous residents: alligators! These large, long-lived survivors from a prehistoric world are far more fascinating—and important—than they first appear. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Full Moon Hike
Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us for a relaxed hike in the moonlight through our off-road trails. We'll explore the sights and sounds of the swamp at night. Free plus parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

Wonderous Waterbirds, Soulful Singers, and Roving Raptors - Birds of the Okefenokee
Friday, May 29, 2026 2 PM to 2:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
234 species of birds can be found in the Okefenokee. We'll talk about some of the most common, most unusual, and most striking birds you might see in the swamp. Parking fee required. 706-637-5274.
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S'mores in the Swamp
Friday, May 29, 2026 5 PM to 6 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Unwind and join a Ranger around the grill for a classic campground treat underneath the swaying pines and Spanish moss. Bring your folding chairs or something cozy to rest on, seating may be limited. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, May 29, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

Welcome to the Okefenokee Hike
Saturday, May 30, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a ranger for an easy and conversational hike. Learn a little bit about the swamp, its history, and some of the plants and animals that live here. Questions encouraged. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Swamp Fruits, Shoots, and Roots
Saturday, May 30, 2026 4 PM to 5 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us for an easy hike on the Jones Island Trail while we talk about some of the edible native plants in the Okefenokee. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 5, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 5, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 12, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 12, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, June 13, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Jun 13, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, June 19, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 19, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, June 26, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jun 26, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 3, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 3, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

250 Years in the Okefenokee
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 9 AM to 10:30 AM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Journey through time into the heart of the Okefenokee and explore how the history of the Swamp reflects the story of America. From the beauty of untamed wilderness to the perseverance of early settlers, through the industrial boom of the logging era, and into conservation and recreation, the swamp has mirrored the broader American experience. $15 - $22.50 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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250 Years in the Okefenokee
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 to Sunday, Jul 5, 2026 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Journey through time into the heart of the Okefenokee and explore how the history of the Swamp reflects the story of America. From the beauty of untamed wilderness to the perseverance of early settlers, through the industrial boom of the logging era, and into conservation and recreation, the swamp has mirrored the broader American experience. $15 - $22.50 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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250 Years in the Okefenokee
Saturday, Jul 4, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Journey through time into the heart of the Okefenokee and explore how the history of the Swamp reflects the story of America. From the beauty of untamed wilderness to the perseverance of early settlers, through the industrial boom of the logging era, and into conservation and recreation, the swamp has mirrored the broader American experience. $15 - $22.50 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Blackwaters and Swamp Stories - 72 Years of Stephen C. Foster State Park
Wednesday, Jul 8, 2026 12 PM to 1 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join us in celebrating 72 years of adventures, family gatherings, fish stories, majestic wilderness, incredible moments, and memories. Learn about the history of the swamp, about Jones Island from a fort, to a railroad, a fish camp, and at last a park. Parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 10, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 10, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, July 11, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Jul 11, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, July 17, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 17, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 24, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 24, 2026 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Friday, July 31, 2026

Sunset on the Okefenokee Swamp Paddle
Friday, Jul 31, 2026 7:15 PM to 8:45 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Join a Ranger for a guided paddle on the Okefenokee at sunset. Watch as the sky bursts with color and birds fly overhead to roost. Experience the silence and stillness of the swamp as night begins. $15-$35 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, August 8, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Aug 8, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, September 11, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Friday, Sep 11, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Saturday, September 12, 2026

Girl Scouts Love The Awesome Okefenokee Boat Tour
Saturday, Sep 12, 2026 11 AM to 1 PM
Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Bring your Girl Scouts to experience the magic, majesty, and history of the Okefenokee Swamp. We'll take a bout tour out into the heart of the Okefenokee, seeing alligators, wading birds, and more. Then we'll stop at Billy's Island to learn about human history in the swamp. $15 - $22.50 parking fee required. 912-637-5274.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Saturday, Oct 10, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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Friday, November 6, 2026

Dark Skies Stargazing
Friday, Nov 6, 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 certified Dark Sky Park with some of the best night skies in the south east. 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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