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Fort McAllister State Park


Sunday, March 23, 2025

Civil War Rag Doll Making - Cancelled
Sunday, Mar 23, 2025 11 AM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
Step back in time and learn the craft of making traditional rag dolls. This hands-on program will guide you through the history and techniques of creating the dolls used by children in the 1860s. $10 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Monday, March 24, 2025

Novice Nature Journaling
Monday, Mar 24, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Spring Break Junior Ranger 2-day Camp: April 1st-2nd
Tuesday, Apr 1, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Spring Break Junior Ranger 2-day Camp: April 1st-2nd
Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, April 5, 2025

Spring Fling
Saturday, Apr 5, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Novice Nature Journaling
Tuesday, Apr 8, 2025 4 PM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, April 12, 2025

Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 10 AM to 12:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Sunday, April 27, 2025

Yoga on the Ogeechee
Sunday, Apr 27, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Memorial Day Commemoration
Saturday, May 24, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Monday, June 2, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp Ages 6-8: June 2nd-6th
Monday, Jun 2, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Monday, June 16, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp Ages 9-12: June 16th-20th
Monday, Jun 16, 2025 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, July 5, 2025

Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, Jul 5, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Sunday, August 31, 2025

Labor Day Festivities
Sunday, Aug 31, 2025 11 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Girl Scouts Love State Parks- Volunteer Day
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Fort Tour
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Nature Hikes
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 7:30 PM to 9 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Your State Parks Day - Pine and Palm Round-up at the Fort
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 10 AM to 2 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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Saturday, December 13, 2025

Winter Muster Reenactment
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 8 AM to 5 PM
Fort McAllister State Park - Richmond Hill, GA
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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