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Bo will be by the Visitor Center teaching the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace, which show children & adults how responsible actions protect the outdoors. Knowledge and preparation are essential to enjoying all that nature has to offer while ensuring the wonders of the outdoors are there for generations to come! $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Start off your Independence Day enjoying America the Beautiful with an easy walk around the lake. You'll get your steps in before any BBQ festivities and learn about some of our native plants around the lake. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area at 10am. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Make some fun, patriotic crafts to celebrate Independence Day, and learn some fun facts about Bald Eagles, our national emblem. Stop by the Mellinger Center in the campground anytime between 2:00-4:00pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about some of the plants, landmarks, and wildlife you'll see as we hike the moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail. Meet at the Tennessee Rock Trailhead by 10:30am. Wear good hiking shoes and bring water. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Bring your favorite teddy bear and a picnic to enjoy by the lake with a ranger. You'll hear some fun facts about bears and get a s'more for dessert! Meet at the picnic tables by the creek at Black Rock Lake. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come meet our Park Naturalist Lou and learn about animals you might see around the park, check out our collection of pelts, and get some information about upcoming events and our Junior Ranger Program. Come by the Visitor Center anytime between 11:00am-12:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Weave your own bracelet with Walker and Kelly from the Foxfire Museum and Heritage Center. Stop by the Mellinger Center in the campground between 6-8pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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For National Paper Bag Day, make the most use of a paper bag and upcycle it into something new! The park naturalist can teach you to make your very own Junior Ranger vest, or you can get creative and make up your own craft. This event will take place at the Foxfire Museum and will be free with paid admission to Foxfire. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Dr. Jenkins, venomous snake expert, will spotlight the venomous snake species native to the southeastern United States in celebration of World Snake Day, focusing on how to identify them, understand their behaviors, and appreciate the ecological roles they play. Meet the snakes and get all your snake questions answered! $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join a Park Ranger for an informational guided hike of our beautiful, moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail and make it to the peak just in time to enjoy a stunning view of the sunset. Wear closed toe hiking shoes and bring water and a flashlight. Please bring $5 cash for the event fee. Meet at the Tennessee Rock Trailhead by 6:30pm. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Just listen. Listen to the birds and the bugs that come out in the evening, the wind in the trees, the buzz of activity and chatter in the campground, and everything in between. In celebration of World Listening Day, we will have a guided listening experience so you can take in the soundscape to better connect with and understand our environment. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come learn to craft dog toys from old fabric, and we will donate them to our local shelter Paws 4 Life in celebration of National Craft for Your Local Shelters Day! Stop by the Mellinger Center anytime between 2-4pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Meet some moths and other nighttime bugs down by the creek at Black Rock Lake. We'll set up a sheet and a light to attract a variety of critters that we will look at and talk about. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area at 9:00pm. Bring a flashlight and $2 cash for the event fee. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Come explore the creek and look for critters that live in and around it. We will also learn a bit about the critters we find and how to respect them and their habitat. Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area, bring water, and wear closed-toe shoes that will stay on and can get wet. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Join a Park Ranger on a guided hike to scout out our hidden gem Greasy Creek Falls. We will also stop to talk about plants along the way! Meet at the Black Rock Lake trailhead by the parking area by 12:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Bring a friend or come and make a new one! In celebration of International Friendship Day, we will be making friendship bracelets as well as new friends. Meet in the Mellinger Center in the campground at 6pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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In celebration of Uncommon Instrument Awareness Day, join rangers by Black Rock Lake to enjoy the beautiful pre-sunset scenery and listen to their favorite uncommon instruments. Feel free to bring your own uncommon instrument to play if you'd like! Meet at Black Rock Lake's fishing dock at 7:30pm. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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