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Magnolia Springs State Park


Saturday, November 23, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Friendsgiving Fun
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at the campground picnic shelter for Friendsgiving crafts and games. Registration is required in advance. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Fall Archery
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. We will add fall targets for fun and friendly competition. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve their skills. Meet at the archery range. Ages 7 to adult. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Friday, November 29, 2024

Campsite Decoration Contest
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 7 AM to 5 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Decorate your campsite anytime before 5 pm on Friday, November 29th for a chance to win one free night of camping at Magnolia Springs State Park. Winner will be notified by Saturday, November 30th. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Holiday Hayride
Friday, Nov 29, 2024 5 PM to 6 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Meet at the campground picnic shelter for a Christmas-themed hayride through the park. Rides begin and end at the campground. Register in advance to reserve your spot. Cash only with correct change at the campground. (Ages 3 and under free.) $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, November 30, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Christmas "Tree Cookie" Ornament
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to decorate your 2024 Magnolia Springs Christmas “Tree Cookie” Ornament. Registration is required in advance. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Fall Archery
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. We will add fall targets for fun and friendly competition. This is a great opportunity for experienced archers to improve their skills. Meet at the archery range. Ages 7 to adult. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Campground Caroling
Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 5:30 PM to 6 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us at the campground picnic shelter to begin a nostalgic evening Christmas caroling by lantern light. Adults will be provided old fashioned oil lanterns. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Friday, December 6, 2024

Homeschool Pioneer Series: Hand Dipped Candles
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 2 PM to 2:30 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather on Camp Lawton History Center’s side porch and learn how to make an old-fashioned hand dipped candle. $3 Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Christmas Campfire and Hayride
Friday, Dec 6, 2024 5 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us at the campground picnic shelter for a Christmas hayride through the park and a cozy campfire. Bring your own marshmallows or makings for s’mores. We will have roasting sticks available. Hayrides begin and end at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Christmas "Tree Cookie" Ornament
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to decorate your 2024 Magnolia Springs Christmas “Tree Cookie” Ornament. Registration is required in advance. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Grinch Archery
Saturday, Dec 7, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Then, take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. This is fun practice for experienced archers as well. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Friday, December 13, 2024

Christmas Campfire and Hayride
Friday, Dec 13, 2024 5 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us at the campground picnic shelter for a Christmas hayride through the park and a cozy campfire. Bring your own marshmallows or makings for s’mores. We will have roasting sticks available. Hayrides begin and end at the campground. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Christmas "Tree Cookie" Ornament
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to decorate your 2024 Magnolia Springs Christmas “Tree Cookie” Ornament. Registration is required in advance. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Grinch Archery
Saturday, Dec 14, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Then, take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. This is fun practice for experienced archers as well. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Friday, December 20, 2024

Homeschool: Grinch Archery
Friday, Dec 20, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. This is great practice for experienced archers as well. Meet at the archery range. $10 Ages 7 and up. Registration is required in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Christmas "Tree Cookie" Ornament
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on Camp Lawton History Center's side porch to decorate your 2024 Magnolia Springs Christmas “Tree Cookie” Ornament. Registration is required in advance. $4 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Grinch Archery
Saturday, Dec 21, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Then, take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. This is fun practice for experienced archers as well. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Camp Lawton Guided Tour
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 10 AM to 10:45 AM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a guided tour of historic Camp Lawton. Between August 5th and November 22nd, 1864, the Confederate States of America planned, constructed, armed, used and abandoned the world's largest prison at that time. Admission to the History Center is included. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Hand Dipped Candles
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 11:30 AM to 12 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Gather on Camp Lawton History Center’s side porch and learn how to make an old-fashioned hand dipped candle. Registration is required in advance. $3 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Grinch Archery
Saturday, Dec 28, 2024 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Learn archery from a certified instructor with all equipment provided. Then, take on your Grinch name and see how many Christmas balloons you can pop. This is fun practice for experienced archers as well. Meet at the archery range. $10 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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Wednesday, January 1, 2025

1st Day Hike: Camp Lawton Trail
Wednesday, Jan 1, 2025 2 PM to 3 PM
Magnolia Springs State Park - Millen, GA
Join us on a 1st Day Hike up to the Earth Works of a 160-year-old Civil War Earthen Fort. Hikers will get to learn the History of the site from one of the Park Rangers. After the short hike we will take a trip into the Musuem to learn more about the park's history. $5 parking. 478-982-1660.
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