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George L. Smith State Park


Saturday, May 9, 2026

Mothers Day Weekend Paddle After Hours
Saturday, May 9, 2026 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger to kayak after hours to celebrate Mother's Day weekend. We return from kayaking, we will have light refreshments available. Kayak, life vest and paddle included. $50.00 per person. Limited availability, call to RSVP your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, May 16, 2026

What's all the buzz about?
Saturday, May 16, 2026 10 AM to 11:30 AM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Friends member Katelyn Moore, as she shares information and fun facts about pollinators to celebrate World Bee Day (5/20/26). She will have an observation hive so you can see the bees in action and see what the buzz is about. We will be set up at the tables near the office / gazebo. There will be a craft at the end. $2 per person. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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After Hours Paddle
Saturday, May 16, 2026 4 PM to 6 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger on a 2 hour paddle after hours. We will meet and leave from the office area. $40 per person. Call to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, May 17, 2026

What's all the buzz about?
Sunday, May 17, 2026 2 PM to 3:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Friends member Katelyn Moore, as she shares information and fun facts about pollinators to celebrate World Bee Day (5/20/26). She will have an observation hive so you can see the bees in action and see what the buzz is about. We will be set up at the tables near the office / gazebo. There will be a craft at the end. $2 per person. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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After Hours Paddle
Sunday, May 17, 2026 4 PM to 6 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger on a 2 hour paddle after hours. We will meet and leave from the office area. $40 per person. Call to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Red, White, & Blue Gourd Painting
Saturday, May 23, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Meet us at Shelter 4 to paint a Patriotic gourd. Gourd, brushes, and paints to paint a patriotic gourd will be on hand for you to design your gourd to take home with you. $15 per person, RSVP no later than 5/13/2026 to allow time to order gourds. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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S'mores Frozen Dessert and Games
Saturday, May 23, 2026 6:30 PM to 8 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us at the Flag Pole by the office to enjoy a Frozen S'mores dessert and play some games. Our Ranger will bring a few games like cornhole, horse shoes, bocce, dominos, etc to share but feel free to bring your favorite game to play and make some new friends. $3 per person. RSVP no later than 5/18/2026 for supplies to be purchased. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, May 24, 2026

Memorial Day Weekend Paddle
Sunday, May 24, 2026 3 PM to 5 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join our Ranger for a 2 hour afternoon paddle. Kayak, life vest and paddle are included. $40 per person. Limited spots available, call 478763279 to reserve your spot. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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S'mores Frozen Dessert and Games
Sunday, May 24, 2026 6:30 PM to 8 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Join us at the Flag Pole by the office to enjoy a Frozen S'mores dessert and play some games. Our Ranger will bring a few games like cornhole, horse shoes, bocce, dominos, etc to share but feel free to bring your favorite game to play and make some new friends. $3 per person. RSVP no later than 5/18/2026 for supplies to be purchased. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026

Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, May 28, 2026 9 AM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
This is a fun time for kids aged 7-11 to join our Ranger in exploring activities in our Parks Junior Ranger book. This one day camp will be from 9 am - 2 pm. where we will hike, fish, explore wildlife, history of the park & museum, etc. $25 per kid. Call 478-763-2759 to register them. Limited availability, sign up by May 22, 2026. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Picnic and games by the Mill House
Sunday, Jul 5, 2026 11:30 AM to 7 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Pack yourself a blanket and picnic basket meal to enjoy (lunch, dinner or both) on the back side of the Mill House. We will have games such as cornhole, bocce, dominos, jenga, card games available and of course you are welcome to bring your own game to play with others. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Red, White, & Blue Gourd Painting
Sunday, Jul 5, 2026 3 PM to 4:30 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Meet us at the conference center to paint your Red, White, and Blue Gourd to celebrate America's 250th! Paint, Brushes, and gourd provided. $15 per person. Limited spots so call today to reserve. Deadline to sign up is June 22 to place order for gourds. Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, October 17, 2026

Who was George L Smith II
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 10 AM to 4 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
Make plans to meet our Ranger at the Emanuel County Farm & Home Museum on Museum Rd, Swainsboro. The museum has a room filled with memorabilia and photos of George L. Smith II, which our Park is named after. The museum has an event scheduled this day also, more details later. THIS IS AN OFF SITE EVENT. 478-763-2759.
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Saturday, November 21, 2026

Annual Sugar Cane Festival
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 9 AM to 2 PM
George L. Smith State Park - Twin City, GA
More details coming soon, but mark your calendar to save the date! Parking fee required. 478-763-2759.
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