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Sweetwater Creek State Park


Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 3, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 5, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Critters, Crafts, and Coffee
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors. This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle, making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 6, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 12, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Critters, Crafts, and Coffee
Friday, Sep 12, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors. This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle, making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025

Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Olfactory Opulence: How Moths Influenced Perfume
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make your own perfume while learning about how the mighty moth shaped the world via scent. This program is indoors. Each participants gets 5 perfume tubes. Coffee and tea are avaiable for participants. To register call 770-732-2613 15 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Girl Scouts Love State Park Day Invasive Removal
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 1 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Come help us care for our parks by removing invasive species. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center at 1pm and removing invasive species. Please wear close toes shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 17, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 19, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Critters, Crafts, and Coffee
Friday, Sep 19, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors. This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle, making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Mini Movie Marathon
Wednesday, Sep 24, 2025 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a mini movie night where we enjoy film shorts related to the parks natural resources. Popcorn and slushies are avaiable, all ages friendly and indoors. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, September 26, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Waterway Ecology Hike
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
What's beneath the surface of Sweetwater Creek, its tributaries and the reservoir? Find our on this 1.5 mile guided ecology hike. Observe plants and animals along Sweetwater Creek. All ages. Not stroller friendly. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Critters, Crafts, and Coffee
Friday, Sep 26, 2025 6 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for Critters, Crafts and Coffee. This event is indoors. This month we'll be meeting the Juvenile Eastern Box Turtle, making scented wax melts in the shape of animal paws, and of course coffee and tea will be available. To register call 770-732-2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, September 27, 2025

Care is a Verb: Invasive Species Removal Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
For Your State Parks Day join us in an invasive species removal project. Take action to care for our beloved state parks. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center by the flag pole. Please bring water, and work/gardening gloves if you have them. Please dress for the weather and wear close toed shoes. Sunglasses are advised. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Care is a Verb: Invasive Species Removal Day
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 1 PM to 3:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
For Your State Parks Day join us in an invasive species removal project. Take action to care for our beloved state parks. We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center by the flag pole. Please bring water, and work/gardening gloves if you have them. Please dress for the weather and wear close toed shoes. Sunglasses are advised. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, September 28, 2025

EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class 1 of 12
Sunday, Sep 28, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 1, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 3, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 3, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 10, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Spooky Spider Pinning, Entomology preservation for Beginners
Friday, Oct 10, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Learn how to pin and preserve spiders in this indoor class. Suitable for ages 10+ Minors must have an adult accompanying. All supplies provided. Each participants is able to pin two spiders. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Beginners Kayaking
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 1 PM to 2:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
New to Kayaking? Join our small group guided kayak paddle where we go over the fundamentals of kayaking. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must be accompanied by an adult. $65 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Beginners Kayaking
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 3 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
New to Kayaking? Join our small group guided kayak paddle where we go over the fundamentals of kayaking. Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must be accompanied by an adult. $65 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, October 12, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, October 13, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Fall Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ Junior Ranger Camp $100 per student for the whole 4 days $30 per child for individual days Spend your fall break with a Ranger! Each day has a unique hike, learning objectives, crafts and a service project. Please pack your student a lunch, snacks, a water bottle and whatever they need to be comfortable. To register call 770-732-2613 $30-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Inside the Ruins: Morning Mill Tour
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Go inside the New Manchester mill ruins on this easy 1 mile hike and learn the heroing tale of the mill workers. While all ages are welcome, this trail is not stroller friendly. Please wear close toed shoes and dress for the weather. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 24, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Spooky Spider Pinning, Entomology preservation for Beginners
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 2 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Learn how to pin and preserve spiders in this indoor class. Suitable for ages 10+ Minors must have an adult accompanying. All supplies provided. Each participants is able to pin two spiders. $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, October 25, 2025

Outdoors Beyond Barriers Jr. Ranger Family Camp with the Aimee Copeland Foundation
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 10 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We're offering an accessible Jr. Ranger Family camp for all ages. Spaces are limited. Three All Terrain Tracked Wheel Chairs are available for use (must be certified through the Aimee Copeland Foundation), adaptive fishing equipment is available, and accessible kayaking is being offered. To register please email Adrian.Fox@dnr.ga.gov $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, October 26, 2025

Morning Mill Tour
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 10 AM to 11:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Now's your chance to enter into the New Manchester Mill Ruins and immerse yourself in the site's history. The ruins were burnt down in 1864 during the American Civil War and sparked a fascinating mystery. Learn about the complex history of this site on this ranger led history hike. Please Dress for the weather on this mile long hike. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Oct 26, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Movie Night in the Museum
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a spooky movie in the museum and mask making. Popcorn will be available. Must preregister by 5 pm day of. Call 770 732 2613 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, October 31, 2025

Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creeks Visitor Center
Friday, Oct 31, 2025 9 AM to 5 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Trick or Treat Sweetwater Creek's Visitor Center. We'll have a set of riddles for Halloween, yard games and of course candy for trick or treaters of all ages. For a $2 get a set of 3 polaroid photos in our photo booth. $0-$2 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 8, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, November 9, 2025

EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class
Sunday, Nov 9, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-125 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 9:30 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Monday, November 24, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, November 27, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Thursday, Nov 27, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, November 28, 2025

Junior Ranger Camp
Friday, Nov 28, 2025 9 AM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Ages 6+ $150 for the full week $45 per child per single day Pack your child a lunch, snack, water bottle and close toed shoes Your child will have a new and exciting hike each day, a craft, service project and team building. To register call 770-732-2613 $45-150 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, November 29, 2025

Mill Worker Meals
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 9 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Make a historic recipe, take it on our guided hike inside the new Manchester mill ruins and enjoy eating your treat on the observation platform. All supplies provided Suitable for ages 10+ all minors must have a parent accompanying. With any allergy concerns please email Adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $30 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, December 6, 2025

EcoA Native Forest Restoration Program- Invasive Removal Class 5 of 12
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Do you love Sweetwater Creek State Park? Become an EcoA Steward! Meet twice a month during this 8 month long certification course, cultivate the knowledge & leadership skills to change your community. We're looking for 15-20 stewards for this program. To register please email adrian.fox@dnr.ga.gov $100 for full course or $25 single class $25-100 $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, December 14, 2025

Invasive Intervention: Volunteer Work Day with Eco Addendum
Sunday, Dec 14, 2025 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Our park needs your help! Join us for this volunteer work day centering around the removal of invasive species from Sweetwater Creek State Park. No previous experience needed. All ages welcome. Must register to participate. Call 770 732 2613 to register 0 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Before the Sun Rises First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 5 AM to 6:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is the first of the first day hikes at Sweetwater Creek, kicking off at the crisp time of 5 am, before the sun even rises. We'll be hiking the purple trail and the blue trail. Close toed shoes required, please dress for the weather and bring water. pre-registration is require as this program is running outside of standard operating hours. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5801.
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Sunrise First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We'll be starting our right before sunrise and enjoying the early morning light on the trails. This hike is 3 miles on the white and green trails. Please wear close toes shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. Pre-registration is required as this hike starts prior to standard operating hours. 7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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ADA First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
We'll have more details posted shortly. For more information in the mean time please email Adrian.Fox@dnr.ga.gov $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Children's First Day Hike to the Playground
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 1 PM to 2 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This 1 mile hike will be taking folks straight to the play ground, and includes time for youth to play. There is a stroller friendly option. Please dress for the weather, wear close toed shoes and bring water. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Into the Mill Ruins, Starting the New Year by Looking to the Past
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This special history hike and mill tour will be incorporated into our first day hikes, 1 mile of hiking total. Please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather and bring water. We'll be going inside the mill ruins. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Last Chance! First Day Hike
Thursday, Jan 1, 2026 5:30 PM to 7 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
This is your very last chance to be on a first day hike! We'll be meeting in front of the visitor center at 5:30 pm. Please wear close toed shoes, dress for the weather, bring a flashlight and water. We'll be doing the purple trail. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
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Sunday, February 8, 2026

Sensory Friendly Morning for Super Museum Sunday
Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 7:30 AM to 9 AM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Hi Friends. We're hosting a sensory friendly super museum Sunday experience in which our museum will be open before standard operating hours for folks who've preregistered (you can call 770 732 2613 to do so) The lights will be dimmed and the building will be kept at a quiet sound volume. There will be a tactile station set up for folks as well. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Friday, May 29, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Friday, May 29, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Saturday, May 30, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Sunday, May 31, 2026

50th Anniversary of Sweetwater Creek State Park
Sunday, May 31, 2026 10 AM to 12 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Its the park's 50th Birthday! We opened our doors and heart to the public May 29, 1976 at 10 am. We've taken pride in caring for our natural and historic resources, and each other. Join us as we cut the birthday cake at 10 am. We encourage visitors to write and share their favorite memories at Sweetwater Creek or to bring photos from the park. $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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