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Spend two days with the park rangers over Bryan County Spring Break. Learn skills from the Civil War and outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, and hiking. For ages 6-12. Registration begins on February 15. Payment is due upon registration. $60. 912-727-2339.
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Spend two days with the park rangers over Bryan County Spring Break. Learn skills from the Civil War and outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, and hiking. For ages 6-12. Registration begins on February 15. Payment is due upon registration. $60. 912-727-2339.
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This vibrant celebration of spring will include crafting your own flower crown, dancing around a traditional maypole, and participating in fun games with exciting prizes. You will also savor delicious food and refreshing drinks while browsing unique creations from local vendors. It will be a day full of joy, community, and springtime magic! $12 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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A fun and engaging program designed for little ones to explore stories, music, and creativity. Each session features a delightful story, interactive mirror songs, a simple hands-on craft, and a bubbly finale. $10. 912-727-2339.
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Discover the joy of nature journaling in this beginner-friendly class designed for those who love nature and want to capture its beauty, no artistic skills required! Whether you’re new to journaling or have never drawn before, this class will guide you step-by-step in observing and documenting the natural world around you. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Bring an Easter basket and a picnic and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful riverside park. The kiddos will try to hunt down where that sneaky bunny hid those eggs. Pre-registration is required by calling 912-727-2339 $10 Per Participant $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Join our Staff Naturalist after the easter egg hunt for some fun stories about Peter Rabbit, his friends, and the naturalist who created them. After the stories, there will be a fun, bunny-themed craft! $3 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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It's time to get fired up! Join our rangers at the fort as we show off both the fun and the challenges of blacksmithing. Watch as we present the tools of the trade from the Civil War and the work it takes to make something beautiful! Nails, railroad ties, and more! Our smithies can do it all with a little skill and a lot of love for metalworking. $9.75 regular adult
$8.50 senior
$5.50 child
5 and under free 912-727-2339.
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Step back in time and explore the delicate art of Victorian egg painting. In this hands-on class, you’ll craft your own elegant keepsake while discovering the historical significance of this charming pastime. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Discover nature's pantry on our Edible Earth Hike in honor of Earth Day! Learn about native edible plants of the maritime forest, as well as the historical uses for different species in our area. Please arrive early so you can receive directions at the Visitor Center. 1-mile loop. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Discover the fascinating world of Georgia’s venomous snakes, with a special focus on the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Explore the biology, behavior, and ecological importance of these misunderstood reptiles, as well as Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) for protecting the diamondback and other at-risk species. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Join us for 18th and 19th-century candle making. Learn how homespun candles were made, and then try making your own. $12-$15. 912-727-2339.
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Join our Naturalist for a hands-on community garden event where we’ll explore the vital role of flowers and pollinators identified in Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) – including butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. $12 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Enjoy a relaxing vinyasa flow with a view of the beautiful Ogeechee River and birding area. We will hold this program outdoors, weather permitting. Bring your mat, water, and bug spray. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Walk with Naturalist Chainey beneath the majestic live oaks and discover the rich ecosystem they support! This guided walk will explore the many species identified in Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) that call these trees home and the live oak’s vital role in Georgia’s biodiversity. $5 parking. 912-884-5999.
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Join Naturalist Chainey on the fort to hear fun and engaging stories read aloud about the Revolutionary War and the people who lived through it. $5 parking. 912-884-5999.
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Join us for a Memorial Day commemoration. Help us pay tribute to our fellow patriots who died while serving in the US military. Living history interpretations will take place throughout the day including musket and cannon firings. Tour the fort, museum, and grounds of Fort McAllister along the banks of the Ogeechee River. $5.50 - $9.75 912-727-2339.
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Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 6-8. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150. 912-727-2339.
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Join the park rangers for our 5-day junior ranger summer camp. Learn new skills dating back to the Civil War. We'll also include outdoor skills such as archery, fishing, leaving no trace, and more. Become an official Junior Ranger here at Fort McAllister! For ages 9-12. Registration begins March 1st. Payment is due upon registration. $150 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Step back in time and commemorate Independence Day with the spirit of 1864! This traditional celebration is filled with captivating living history demonstrations, featuring musket firings and the awe-inspiring spectacles of artillery display as well as old-timey games and fresh watermelon! $6-$10. 912-727-2339.
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You deserve a break today! Come out to Fort McAllister for an educational and entertaining day for the whole family. Living historians will be firing muskets. We are planning a friendly game of wiffle ball, a water balloon fight, and even a watermelon eating contest. Come join the fun! $6 - $10. 912-727-2339.
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Girl Scout troops are invited to come out and help us keep our park beautiful. After our Girl Scouts will get a guided tour through the Fort. $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Register your troop to experience the beauty and tranquility of Fort McAllister on this ranger guided tour of the fort and barracks, as we recount history and tell stories of the last battle of General William T. Sherman's March to the Sea. This program requires Fort Admission. $5.50-$9.75 912-727-2339.
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Register your Girl Scout troop to join a Ranger for a nature hike around the three-mile Redbird Trail. Enjoy beautiful views of the Ogeechee River and maritime forest while learning about the flora and fauna of Georgia's coast. Pre-registration is required. Call 912-727-2339 to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Help beautify your local state park by joining Fort McAllister Pine and Palm Round-up and clean-up day! 912-727-2339.
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Witness history with a reenactment of the final battle fought in Georgia during the Civil War, marking the end of Sherman’s March to the Sea. The battle takes place on Sat. Dec. 13th at 4:40 (arrive by 4:00 PM). Explore the soldiers’ encampments Fri., Dec. 12th (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Sat. Dec. 13th (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM). $15. 912-727-2339.
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