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Take some time to get to know park staff and your fellow campers by playing games together! With a wide array of card and board games for all ages, there is something for everyone. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Camping with us on July 4th? Join us for a fun cool down to end the day! Staff will be riding through the campground on a trailer loaded with water and water squirters. Campers- stand at the end of your campsite to let us know you are joining and be armed and ready for action!! Staff will drive through the cottage loop after the campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Take a short hike with our naturalist around the Huckleberry Trail to learn some general local history as well as local flora and fauna. The trail is 0.75 miles, unpaved, with a mix of walking uphill and downhill. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Missing the thrill of a school field day? Come to our beach to play classic field day games like a spoon race and limbo. We will split you into teams so you can come with a group or by yourself and make some new friends! For people of all ages looking to have some fun on the beach. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Ever wonder what our state amphibian is, or which frog can croak the loudest? Come find out at the Frogs and Toads of GA Campfire Program! Listen to an interactive campfire story and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Have trouble identifying poison ivy, or telling venomous snakes from non-venomous ones? Or, do you wonder how to interact with that wildlife once you know what it is? This talk at Picnic Shelter 2 is for you! Learn how to ID local potential hazards and learn the safest way to interact with them. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Give your child unforgettable summer memories at this Jr. Ranger Camp on Lake Lanier for ages 7-11. Camp Sandy Shores consists of 3 days of exciting activities like crafts, hiking, archery, kayaking, fishing and daily time to swim on our beach. There is limited space so please call soon to register! Wednesday-Friday. $85 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Enjoy a story time presented by the wonderful librarians of the Hall County Library System. Story time will be followed with an activity from a ranger. We will meet at Picnic Shelter #1. This month's theme is frogs and toads! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Celebrate Don Carter's 12th Birthday by making bag ice cream! For only $4 in cash you get your choice of vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry ice cream. Join us at the visitor center to make a delicious treat and unforgettable summer memories. $4 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our naturalist outside the visitor center and learn to make origami butterflies! $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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A watercolor program for adults (16+) of all artistic experience. We will be painting the scenic view from Picnic Shelter #3 that overlooks the lake. All supplies are provided. $3 per person, call the visitor's center at 678-450-7726 to register. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Take a short hike with our naturalist around the Huckleberry Trail to learn some general local history as well as local flora and fauna. The trail is 0.75 miles, unpaved, with a mix of walking uphill and downhill. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come learn to identify trees using a key guide made by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Use your detective skills to investigate different tree traits, and expand your botanical vocabulary! We will meet and practice in front of the visitor center and then use our knew found knowledge on the paved Overlook Trail. Recommended for ages 10+. $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our rangers in making this classic camping meal during National Hot Dog month! This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Give your child unforgettable summer memories at this Jr. Ranger Camp on Lake Lanier for ages 7-11. Camp Sandy Shores consists of 3 days of exciting activities like crafts, hiking, archery, kayaking, fishing and daily time to swim on our beach. There is limited space so please call soon to register! Wednesday-Friday. $85 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Ever wonder what our state amphibian is, or which frog can croak the loudest? Come find out at the Frogs and Toads of GA Campfire Program! Listen to an interactive campfire story and play educational games with our naturalist. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Have trouble identifying poison ivy, or telling venomous snakes from non-venomous ones? Or, do you wonder how to interact with that wildlife once you know what it is? This talk at Picnic Shelter 2 is for you! Learn how to ID local potential hazards and learn the safest way to interact with them. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Take some time to get to know park staff and your fellow campers by playing games together! With a wide array of card and board games for all ages, there is something for everyone. For overnight guests in the pavilion in the RV campground. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come make fingerprint bugs in a jar with our naturalist outside the visitor center! $2 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Explore the world of nocturnal animals with our Nocturnal Night Hike! As the sun sets, we will test all 5 of our senses and see how they change in the dark. Meet at the Overlook Trail, no flashlights are necessary. Call 678-450-7726 to preregister of bring cash day of. $3 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Life is cheddar with yummy campfire meals! Join us outside the visitor center for a gouda time. This is part of our 2025 campfire cooking series. You will get a personalized sticker and new cooking skills for each program you come to! Please call ahead to register. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our naturalist at the Overlook Trail for a short, out of this world hike that explores the different planets and how far apart they are. Step among the stars and into curiosity! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join our naturalist at the Overlook Trail for a short, out of this world hike that explores the different planets and how far apart they are. Step among the stars and into curiosity! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Experience a unique and relaxing yoga session on our beach, lead by instructors from Find Your Center Yoga Studio.
This event is BYOYM- Bring Your Own Yoga Mat! People of all levels of experience are welcome. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Calling all people who don't mind getting their hands a little sandy! Teams of 6 or less will have 45 minutes to build sand castles that are judged based on creativity, neatness, details, stability, and height. Prizes for first, second, and third place! Meet the judges at the beach and bring your own tools. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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A family friendly event for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. Enjoy this Halloween themed event and receive candy from local organizations and Don Carter park rangers. Please park at the beach, a hayride will take you to the candy! Costumes encouraged. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Touch, see, and talk about all kinds of trucks and other big equipment at our day-use boat ramp! A Georgia State Park Pass is required to attend and can be bought for $5.00 at the park office or kiosk. We hope to see you there! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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