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Thursday, May 15, 2025

Homeschool- Birds of Prey
Thursday, May 15, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
What is a bird of prey? In our Birds of Prey program we will focus on owls, hawks, eagles and what makes them birds of prey. You will learn from mounts of a hawk, owl and turkey vulture. Once we have shared these birds, participants will have the opportunity to dissect an owl pellet. What's an owl pellet? Come to our program to learn. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Sunday, May 18, 2025

Beginning Archery
Sunday, May 18, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Ages 8 and up can learn basic archery skills. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Ready, aim, fire! Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited, call the office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Bring on the Butterflies!
Sunday, May 18, 2025 1 PM to 2 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Join us to learn about the prettiest of pollinators and how to attract them to your own back yard. Focus on the Monarch butterfly which has diminished in numbers in recent years. Followed by a craft. $8 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Celebrate World Bee Day
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Come celebrate the busy little bee. Learn about how much our ecosystem depends on them. We will highlight backyard bees and how to attract them. Afterwards, we will make a bee house and play a game. All ages are welcome to attend. Attendance is limited to 16. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Beekeeping Program
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
In celebration of World Bee Day, an expert beekeeper will share her knowledge of the art of beekeeping. She will have beekeeping equipment on hand for you to see and honey to taste! Join us for what will prove to be a top-notch presentation. This event is appropriate for ages 10 years and above. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Beekeeping Program
Tuesday, May 20, 2025 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
An expert beekeeper will share her experience and expertise in the art of beekeeping. She will have on hand the equipment she uses in her beekeeping operation and, as a special treat, she will share a taste of honey made by her very own bees. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Saturday, May 24, 2025

Beginning Archery
Saturday, May 24, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Ages 8 and up can learn basic archery skills. Register yourself, your child, or your whole family for a one hour session of archery, learning how to properly shoot a bow and arrow. Ready, aim, fire! Must wear closed toe shoes. Space is limited, call the office at 706-541-0321 to register. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Junior Rangers- Mammal Themed
Saturday, May 24, 2025 12 PM to 12:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
This Junior Ranger program is filled with fun and learning. Children will learn about mammals and how they stay cool in the summer, visit the nature center and go on a scavenger hunt. When the program is complete they can continue to work on their Jr. Ranger books to earn a pin. Pre-registration is required for this program. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Radical Reptiles
Saturday, May 24, 2025 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Are you afraid of snakes? Do you know the difference between a reptile and an amphibian? These questions will be answered in this program. Join our naturalist as we explore the world of reptiles. The Naturalist will share turtle shells, bones and live snakes as we learn about reptiles in Georgia. We will search for reptiles along a short trail. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Red, White and Blue Windsock
Saturday, May 24, 2025 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Come use your imagination and creativity in this fun activity. We will be making Red, White and Blue windsocks that can be displayed all summer long or on special days like Memorial Day, 4th of July and Veterans Day. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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