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Hard Labor Creek State Park


Saturday, December 9, 2023

Blacksmith Demonstration
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 11 AM to 12 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
At Hard Labor Creek, we have a fully functional blacksmith shop that the CCC used in the 1930's to make hinges, nails, door handles, brackets, and much more. Join the park staff to enjoy a brief history of the park, and a demonstration on how the tools in the shop worked. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
Holiday Wagon Rides with Santa
Saturday, Dec 9, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $3, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Friday, December 15, 2023

Winter Campfire Stories
Friday, Dec 15, 2023 7 PM to 7:40 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn how to start a campfire without matches. Roast marshmallows and enjoy an evening of swapping stories. Blankets and chairs are not required, but suggested. Pre-registration required as space will be limited to less than 15 participants. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Saturday, December 16, 2023

Survival Skills (Compass Orienteering, Fire Building)
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 11 AM to 12:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Walk through the forest with a ranger, looking for materials to build a fire and learn how to orient yourself using a compass. Then, build a fire without matches. Supplies provided. Geared towards participants 8 years and older. Spaces are limited. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
Holiday Wagon Rides with Santa
Saturday, Dec 16, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $3, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Sunday, December 17, 2023

Holiday Wagon Rides with Santa
Sunday, Dec 17, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $3, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Saturday, December 23, 2023

Holiday Wagon Rides with Santa
Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 2 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with a special guest. Santa will ride with us! Before the ride, get warm by the campfire and indulge in some hot cocoa. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. $3, kids 3 years old and under don't pay $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Junior Ranger Day Camp, Christmas Break
Tuesday, Dec 26, 2023 9 AM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure, and fun learning this Holiday break? This 3-day camp is geared toward ages 8 - 10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, camping skills, survival skills, nature art, and more. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title. $80 for one child $60 per child for two or more $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Junior Ranger Day Camp, Christmas Break
Wednesday, Dec 27, 2023 9 AM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure, and fun learning this Holiday break? This 3-day camp is geared toward ages 8 - 10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, camping skills, survival skills, nature art, and more. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title. $80 for one child $60 per child for two or more $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Junior Ranger Day Camp, Christmas Break
Thursday, Dec 28, 2023 9 AM to 3 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Are your kids looking for a little adventure, and fun learning this Holiday break? This 3-day camp is geared toward ages 8 - 10. It includes tons of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities such as: hiking, camping skills, survival skills, nature art, and more. For more info and to register, please click on this event's title. $80 for one child $60 per child for two or more $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Monday, January 1, 2024

Follow in the steps of the CCC - First Day Hike
Monday, Jan 1, 2024 11 AM to 1 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
This Ranger - Led hike will take visitors along the lake banks and gentle ridges. Start the New Year off right with this 2 mile, moderate to rigorous, scenic hike (11am and 2pm). Bring a camera to record the scenery. Hikes geared toward active adults and children over 8 years old. Limited to 30. Pre-registration required by 4 PM the day before. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
Follow in the steps of the CCC - First Day Hike
Monday, Jan 1, 2024 2 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
This Ranger - Led hike will take visitors along the lake banks and gentle ridges. Start the New Year off right with this 2 mile, moderate to rigorous, scenic hike (11am and 2pm). Bring a camera to record the scenery. Hikes geared toward active adults and children over 8 years old. Limited to 30. Pre-registration required by 4 PM the day before. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Saturday, January 6, 2024

Snakes of North Georgia
Saturday, Jan 6, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join us as our naturalist educates folks about some of Georgia's wonderful reptiles. Live non-venomous snakes will be present. Learn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snake species of North Georgia. Please call the park office to register in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Monday, January 15, 2024

Snakes of North Georgia
Monday, Jan 15, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join us as our naturalist educates folks about some of Georgia's wonderful reptiles. Live non-venomous snakes will be present. Learn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snake species of North Georgia. Please call the park office to register in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Snakes of North Georgia
Saturday, Jan 20, 2024 1 PM to 1:45 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Join us as our naturalist educates folks about some of Georgia's wonderful reptiles. Live non-venomous snakes will be present. Learn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snake species of North Georgia. Please call the park office to register in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Saturday, September 14, 2024

Hike and Paddle - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 3 PM to 5 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Enjoy a ranger led hike (1 hour) along our new beach trail as we walk by swamps, hardwood/pine forests and a controlled burn area. After the hike, we'll kayak (1 hour) on the lake looking for wildlife such as raptors, herons and migrating birds. Wear closed toe shoes, bring water, bug repellent and sunscreen. Registration begins after 8/10/24. $20 if you use our kayaks. $15 if you use yours $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Kayaking 101 - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Saturday, Sep 14, 2024 6 PM to 7:30 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Learn the basic movements of kayaking on a safe and peaceful section of Lake Rutledge. Open to visitors 8 years and older who can swim and are new to kayaking. Equipment provided. Space limited to less than 10 participants. Program open to general public including Girl Scouts. Registration begins 8/10/24 $20 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.

Sunday, September 15, 2024

Intro to Archery - Girl Scouts Love State Parks -
Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 3 PM to 4 PM
Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Want to shoot an arrow, but don’t know how? Here’s your chance to learn some archery skills. Soon you’ll be hitting the bullseye. Program geared to participants 10 years and above. Space limited to 10 participants, please register in advance. Program open to general public including Girl Scouts. Registration begins 8/10/24 $10 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001.