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Friday,
October
30, 2026
Join us for a delicious fall treat while discovering the fascinating life cycle of an apple! Enjoy crisp Granny Smith and sweet Fuji apple slices paired with creamy caramel dipping sauce. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the flavors of fall while learning something new! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Join our Naturalist for a spooky adventure on our Halloween Glow Hike along the Riverside Trail to see what goes bump in the night! Costumes are welcome, so come dressed in your Halloween best! Please note that inflatable costumes are not permitted. We’ll use black lights to discover the amazing world of biofluorescent plants and animals. $8.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
October
31, 2026
It’s time for our traditional Halloween Campsite Decorating Contest! Bring out your spookiest, silliest, and most creative decorations and transform your campsite into a Halloween masterpiece! This year, the fun will take place again in Campground 1 only, so let’s fill it with frightful fun and festive Halloween spirit!
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Put on your hiking shoes and join us for a fall-tastic adventure along the Riverside Trail as we search for pumpkins! Bring back one silly pumpkin to show off at the Visitor Center and receive a special prize from our prize box! Get ready for some pumpkin-picking fun, fresh air, and plenty of fall smiles. $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Campers Only!
Grab your costumes, gather your little goblins, and get ready for some Halloween fun! Join us for trick-or-treating throughout Campground 1 as we celebrate the spookiest night of the year!
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
November
6, 2026
Hikers, join the Naturalist for a fun-filled fall adventure along the trails as we explore the beautiful colors of the season and learn what wildlife is stocking up for winter! Pick up a Fall Color ID Scavenger Hunt sheet and see if you can spot all 10 colors along the way. Find them all, and you’ll earn a special prize from the prize box! $8.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
November
7, 2026
Calling all nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for a fun and educational adventure as we learn all about white-tailed deer. We’ll explore their habitat, discover what they eat, diseases like Chronic Wasting Disease and learn how conservation helps protect these amazing animals. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
November
13, 2026
Calling all curious hikers and wildlife explorers! Join the Naturalist along the beautiful Chattahoochee River to discover the sneaky, clever world of raccoons! We’ll learn all about their habitat, favorite foods, and how they raise their little masked bandits. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
November
14, 2026
Calling all bird lovers and nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for an outdoor class all about migratory birds and discover why these feathered travelers take to the skies each season. After our lesson, we’ll hit the trails for a fun bird-watching hike around the park to see how many different species we can spot! $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
November
20, 2026
Calling all fox fans and curious nature explorers! Join the Naturalist for a fun outdoor class all about Georgia’s clever canines. We’ll discover the similarities and differences between red foxes and gray foxes, explore their habitats and favorite foods, and learn how conservation helps protect these fascinating furry friends. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
November
21, 2026
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Bobcats
Saturday, Nov 21, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
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Calling all wildlife lovers! Join the Naturalist for a fun outdoor class all about the bobcats that call our park home. We’ll explore where these elusive wild felines live, discover what’s on their menu, and learn about their conservation status and how we can help protect them. This class is followed by a fun craft for the kids. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Monday,
November
23, 2026
Get into the fall spirit with the Naturalist and create a fun, festive paper corn wreath just in time for Thanksgiving! Bring your creativity and holiday cheer as we turn simple paper into a colorful autumn decoration. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season and add a little handmade harvest charm to your home! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Tuesday,
November
24, 2026
Come celebrate the season with some festive fall fun at the park! Join us as we create your very own Thanksgiving windsock to show off your holiday spirit. Let your creativity soar as you design a colorful decoration perfect for welcoming Thanksgiving and celebrating all the things we’re thankful for! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Wednesday,
November
25, 2026
Get your gobble on and join us for some Thanksgiving fun at the park! Let your creativity shine as you create your very own festive turkey hat, complete with colorful feathers and plenty of holiday spirit. Come ready to craft, laugh, and show off your turkey-rific style! Learn about the wild turkeys that live on the park! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
November
28, 2026
It’s that magical time of year again! The countdown to Christmas is on, and we’re bringing the holiday cheer to the park! Join us for a festive crafting adventure as you create your very own Snowman Christmas Countdown Clock.
Get creative, spread some holiday joy, and take home a fun way to count down the days until Santa arrives! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
December
4, 2026
Have you ever dreamed of having your very own wildlife animal? Now you can! Join us at the park to adopt a cuddly plush version of one of the amazing animals that call the park home.
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
December
5, 2026
Join us at the park for a festive holiday gathering filled with delicious recipes, good company, and holiday cheer! Bring your favorite family holiday recipe to share and get inspired by the tasty traditions of others. Enjoy cheerful music, hot cocoa, and yummy snacks as we celebrate the season together.
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
December
11, 2026
Get ready for some holiday fun! Join us on the trails for a festive gingerbread man hunt. Keep your eyes peeled as you search for these sweet little surprises along the way! Each participant may collect one gingerbread man, turn him in to get a prize at the Visitor Center and warm up with some hot coco and coffee. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
December
12, 2026
Get into the holiday spirit and join the Naturalist for a fun-filled ornament painting activity! Create your very own festive masterpiece to take home and add a personal touch to your holiday decorations. All supplies will be provided by the Naturalist, so just bring your creativity and holiday cheer! $6.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
December
18, 2026
Ho, ho, ho! Kids, it’s time to write those letters to Santa! Have you been naughty or nice this year? Join the Naturalist for a little holiday magic as we write down all our Christmas wishes for Ol’ St. Nick. $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Saturday,
December
19, 2026
The park is getting a visit from two very special guests this holiday season — Santa and Mrs. Claus! Bring the whole family out for a little Christmas magic, fun, and festive cheer. Parents, don’t forget your cameras to capture those special holiday memories, and kids, be sure to bring your letters for Ol’ St. Nick!
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Monday,
December
21, 2026
Share the joy of reading this holiday season! Bring a wrapped book to exchange with another participant and discover a new story to enjoy. Books can be new or gently used and should be appropriate for all ages. Wildlife / Nature/Camping theme only!
Parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Tuesday,
December
22, 2026
Oh, no! The Grinch is coming to town! Join us at the park for a fun-filled holiday game of Bingo, with a special surprise guest straight from Whoville himself! Bring your holiday spirit, get ready to shout “BINGO!” and enjoy some Grinchy fun. You never know what kind of mischief he might bring! $3.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Wednesday,
December
23, 2026
Get into the holiday spirit with a paw-sitively fun Christmas craft! Join us outdoors to paint your very own “Deck the Paws” holiday masterpiece. Add festive colors, paw prints, and your own creative touches to create a special decoration to take home! $6.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Thursday,
December
31, 2026
Ring in the New Year under the stars with our special guest astronomer, Klaus Hodapp! A leading expert in infrared astronomy instrumentation, accomplished researcher studying young stars, and passionate educator and public astronomer, Klaus brings a wealth of knowledge and excitement to exploring the universe. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Friday,
January
1, 2027
Get ready for an exciting adventure into the world of state parks! Join the Naturalist to discover the amazing people who keep the park running, meet the wildlife that calls it home, and learn about the fun programs and outdoor recreational opportunities waiting for you and your family. $5.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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Kick off the New Year with a refreshing hike to Flat Rock with the Naturalist! Bring your family, gather your friends, and pack a picnic lunch and lawn blanket for a relaxing outdoor adventure. $8.00 plus
parking fee required. 770-254-7271.
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