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Join us on the Liberty Hall Lawn for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Hunt for eggs, meet the Easter Bunny, and enjoy the outdoors with your family!
Egg Hunt for children 12 & Under.
STARTS PROMPTLY AT 10:00 AM. 706-456-2602.
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Join us this spring as we begin our illustrative walk through the seasons and nature! In this program, we will be highlighting your individual interpretation of the surrounding environment while also strengthening your passion to discover, observe, be mindful, and be creative! We supply the journals, you bring the imagination! Find us in Shelter 2 $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Come explore the biodiversity of Amicalola Falls with an introduction to the iNaturalist Nature Identification app then a walk around our lodge loop trail to identify surrounding flora/fauna. Meet us in the Lodge Lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Join volunteer naturalists to learn how to use a tree ID guide book and scientific sketches to identify amazing trees at Amicalola Falls. This walk will take place at the Lodge Loop Trail, which overlooks the mountain range that surrounds the Lodge. Meet us in the lodge lobby! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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If you don't already love Georgia's bats- you're about to! Join bat enthusiasts and Georgia master naturalists to learn what bats do for us, and what we can do for Georgia's bats. After the 30-minute presentation, take a walk using special bat-detecting gear to participate in citizen-science! Meet us in the campground picnic pavilion! $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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Bring your pups to the Black Rock Lake Trail and let them search for their very own eggs filled with treats. Treat-filled eggs are first-come, first-serve, and dogs need to be leashed at all times. If you don’t have a pup of your own, come on down and meet dogs available for adoption with Rabun Paws 4 Life. Meet at the fishing dock. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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All Day Easter Egg Trail Hunt! (Ages 6-15years old)
Come hunt for easter eggs along the trails! Find the RARE golden egg and win a special prize!
Donations to Naturalist Program accepted and appreciated. FREE plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Kids ages 1-5 only. Located on the helicopter pad for little ones to get the hunt on.
Donations to the Naturalist Program accepted and appreciated. FREE plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271.
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Take part in Archaeology themed activities at the Vann House. Learn about artifacts in our dig-boxes, learn more about ancient pottery by creating your own, see real stone tools being crafted (knapped) see the tools of an archaeologist from KSU, see actual artifacts from the Vann House excavations, talk to archaeologists, and more. $7. 706-695-2598.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Join us for our first ever Don Carter Feud! Battle against other families in teams of 4 about questions related to camping and parks. If you wish to compete please call ahead to register. Open to overnight guests and the public to participate or be our live audience! Meet at picnic shelter #2. $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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This campfire cooking program is peachy keen and ripe for fun! We are celebrating National Peach Cobbler Day outside the visitor center by making this classic southern treat. 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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Archery
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Each participant will be given a drawing prompt from a story. Once everyone has finished their pictures, we will read the story and share the pictures that everyone drew. The pictures will be shared on our facebook page and have a chance to be featured in a book in our visitors center. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Start anytime. Team up for our on-site scavenger hunt. Pick up checklist/rules at the park office. Pictures must be brought to office with checklist by 4PM. Winners notified by phone to pick up prize. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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Join us to hunt Easter eggs around the park and play games for prizes. There will be art vendors selling merchandise.
4 and under egg hunt- starts at 11
5 and up egg hunt starts at 11:15
Meet at the Kirbo Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Join us for Easter Games-
Easter Egg Toss
Spoon Race
Also bring your best decorated egg for our egg decorating contest. $5 parking. 229-838-4244.
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Bring an Easter basket and a picnic and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful riverside park. The kiddos will try to hunt down where that sneaky bunny hid those eggs. Pre-registration is required by calling 912-727-2339 $10 Per Participant $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Join our Staff Naturalist after the easter egg hunt for some fun stories about Peter Rabbit, his friends, and the naturalist who created them. After the stories, there will be a fun, bunny-themed craft! $3 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Bear Talk
Saturday, Apr 12, 2025 12 PM to 12:30 PM
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Join a ranger for an informative talk about black bears. Begins at the Old Fort picnic area at 12pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Join a ranger to watch the full moon rise over our lake. There will be a campfire and s'mores prior to the hike, s'mores ingredients are provided. .5 miles/easy. Begins at the Beach area at 7pm. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come join us every Saturday for a brisk, six-mile guided group jaunt around the lake on our inner-loop (yellow trail). Bring provisions, this intermediate-level challenge is for experienced hikers. Pet-friendly! $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Come join us on our monthly Full Moon Night Hike & view April's Pink Moon as it rises above our sightline on the paved Wilkins Greenway Trail. This hike is fully accessible & pet-friendly. Meet at the Visitor Center fire ring. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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We will discuss how to build a fire, then make fire without matches using a magnesium starter & then make smores over the fire we built. Kids of all ages can learn how to gather items to start a fire but only kids 8 and over will get to use magnesium starter to practice this technique. Meet at Shelter 4. $4 per person, RSVP by 4/7/25, limit of 10. $5 parking. 478-763-2759.
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Join the Park Ranger for a guided tour of the 1920 Gristmill. We will discuss the history of the land, the community that used this mill, and the workings of all of the implements inside of the Agricultural History Museum. $5 plus $5 parking. 478-552-2393.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with your family and everyone's favorite rabbit. A great photo opportunity. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. Timed tickets sold in advance, please contact the park office (after March 26). Walk-ins prepare to wait. $3, kids age 2 and under free. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash. $5 cash only $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Learn how people cooked about 100 years ago using a historic wood stove. Lunch will be provided in part from your own cooking efforts. This program is for children ages 7-12. One adult must stay with their children. Advance Reservations are required. Limit of 20 participants. $15 + tax/fees. 706-878-1077.
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Can you identify Bloodroot? How about Little Brown Jug? Let's see what plants are out on the Falls View Trail (strenuously rated) and discuss traditional uses throughout history. Meet on the lawn next to Picnic Shelter #1. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Earth Day is just around the corner! Meet the Naturalist to make some old things new again. Choose between making a pair of earrings or a milk jug hanging planter. Do crafts at High Falls State Park and leave the cleanup to us! $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Meet local bird enthusiast Cameron Thompson at the spring house for a birdwatching walk through the park! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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*$10 for first child, $5 for additional children, pre-registration is required through eventbrite link on our Facebook page*
Join us and local art teacher Lisa Smith at Picnic shelter #3 for a Spring/Earth Day themed painting class to create a masterpiece.
For children ages 6-10 $10 plus $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join Jack Hill State Park for our Jar Terrarium program! Our naturalist will show you how to make your very own self-sustaining garden in a jar. This simple and easy project is the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoon. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Meet at the Park Office for an easy 1.2 mile hike around the Lower Lake. Enjoy Moon Pies and Hot Cocoa by the moonlight on the Lower Dam. Make sure to bring a flashlight, a blanket to sit on to watch the moonrise, and wear comfortable shoes. $2 per person. Call the Park Office for questions or to register. $5 park pass required. $2 plus $5 parking. 706-857-0826.
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Try your hand at using a pump drill or grinding corn like the Indigenous people of Kolomoki did nearly 2,000 years ago. We explore the history, daily life, skills and tools utilized at Kolomoki and the natural resources still present today that helped to create this thriving community. Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Join us for a day of games, crafts, and plenty of hidden Easter eggs. The Easter bunny will be on site taking photos and over 2,000 eggs will be hidden. Food trucks will be available for lunch. Grab the family and join the fun. Egg hunt starts at 12:30 so arrive early! $5 plus $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Learn about our Georgia state reptile, the gopher tortoise, as we explore its habitat, range, diet and importance to our environment. This will be a walking/talking tour beginning and ending at the Visitor Center and will span a 1.5 mile hike. $5 parking. 229-724-2150.
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Join us and learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 and up. No loose fitting clothes and long hair pulled back. Closed toed shoes is a must. Pre-register at the Visitor Center prior to the event. We will meet at the Archery Range behind the Interpretive Center. See you there! $10 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join our Naturalist on a guided hike down our Big Creek Trail! Find out what plants and animals call our sandhill community home! This is about a 1 1/2 hour hike so bring a bottle of water and comfortable walking shoes. We will meet at the Visitor Center to hit the trail. See you there! $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Join the rangers in our picnic area for an afternoon of crafts. We will be teaching guests how to make cornhusk dolls while discussing the Cherokee legend they originate from. Admission fee required. Call 706.624.1321 for further information. $6-$8. 706-624-1321.
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Take a guided hike with a trained "Friends of Panola" volunteer, through the restricted Conservation Area and up to the summit of Panola Mountain. This is a 6-mile, semi-off trail, strenuous hike that offers a variety of beautiful views and unique perspectives on the park. Must call to register in advance, space is limited. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Come on out for our growing, annual event! We will have various historic trades represented at this event including, but not limited to blacksmithing, woodworking, sewing, spinning, soldier's skills, etc. There is sure to be something for everyone! $3 - $6. 770-443-7850.
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Orienteering teaches you how to read a map, follow terrain features, use a compass, and navigate successfully and efficiently from one location to another. If this is a skill that you would like to possess, Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post.
Maps and compasses will be provided.
This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous hiking $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Looking to get into the sport of fishing and don't know where to begin? Then look no further! Because we at Red Top Mountain are proud to present a beginners course into this time honored tradition. We will discuss everything from equipment, bait, and where to find fish. So if you're interested in learning how to fish, Then call now! $10.00 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us in exploring the ancient art of making tinctures with herbs and other beneficial plants. We will cover the steps involved in creating tinctures, discuss various methods used in their preparation, and delve into the history of tinctures. If you are curious about this fascinating practice, call us today to register! $8 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Easter egg hunt. Event will take place at the Disc Golf Course $5 parking. 706-213-2045.
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Senator Raphael Warnock will be the guest speaker during this annual ceremony honoring FDR. On April 12, 1945, President Franklin D. Roosevelt suffered a fatal stroke while posing for the "unfinished portrait" at the Little White House. To commemorate his legacy, we will also have a military band and color guard. Free admission until 12:30 p.m., then $7.50-$13. 706-655-5870.
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Join Interpretive Ranger Ashley Aultman, for a 90-minute guided tour, highlighting minute-by-minute accounts of the afternoon of April 12, 1945. The tour will start with a brief presentation in the museum and a tour of the grounds and house were the events unfolded. Historical information will come from diaries and letter of those who were there. $20. 706-655-5870.
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Watch the sun rise on a one-mile ranger-led hike. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Learn about the vital importance of pollinators, the different kinds, which are unique to the Southern Appalachia, why you should care, and how you can help.
This program is a one our "class". Native and flowering plants will be available for purchase at this program. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
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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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Smokey the Bear may have taught us that only you can prevent forest fires but here in Georgia we believe that good fires prevent bad fries and that pyrodiversity enkindles biodiversity. This difficult 3 mile hike will showcase Longleaf Pine, the forest built by fire. $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Come meet our animal ambassadors, the snakes, as we provide them some enrichment time, share some facts, and give you a chance to pet them (if you dare). $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and down a 25 - 55 degree rocky incline. Bring water and snacks!
(The only gorge access allowed without a boat)
Waiver must be signed. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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Learn to shoot a bow and about archery safety. Located behind the main office. Ages 8 and up. Must wear closed toe shoes. Spaces are limited so please register in advance by calling our office at 706-356-4362. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-356-4362.
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Come by the Nature Hut to see some taxidermied animals you would see in the area and take the opportunity to meet two of our live snakes! $5 parking. 706-456-4362.
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Come down to Foxfire for this special collaborative event! Our park naturalist Lou will be leading a walk around Foxfire's property identifying and discussing native plants you'll see along the way. Meet at the Foxfire Museum's parking lot before 1pm; you will need to ensure that you arrive in time to pay your admission fee before the program. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Learn about the different turtles of Georgia, and which one has been designated the "State Reptile"! $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Crows are among the most intelligent animals on the planet. This program will give you the low-down on them and the other members of the Corvid family. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Archery
Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Sunday, Apr 13, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Join the Etowah Rangers to learn about the History of archery and how it has developed around the world. Learn the basics of archery and see if this hobby is right for you. Rangers will provide all equipment and instruction $20. 770-387-3747.
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Join a ranger on a guided hike to observe the seasonal wildflowers blooming in the park. 1.75 miles/moderate. Begins at the Big Rock Trailhead at 10am. $5 parking. 706-422-1932.
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Come meet & greet our naturalist on a leisurely stroll along the Birdberry Trail. This event is stroller & pet-friendly. Every Sunday @ 11 & 1. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Enjoy a guided wagon ride around the campground and cottages with your family and everyone's favorite rabbit. A great photo opportunity. Rides take place every 20 minutes from the mini-golf area. Timed tickets sold in advance, please contact the park office (after March 26). Walk-ins prepare to wait. $3, kids age 2 and under free. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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If you are new to mushrooming, come learn about the most common toxic mushrooms of the southeastern including the deadly toxic ones. We will also discuss their friendly look-a-likes. Meet at the Program Area. $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Let the beauty of spring inspire your creativity for this stamping craft The Naturalist will have a variety of stamps and ink pads so you can create a springtime scene on a card. Bring your own journal or canvass if you want to do more! $2 plus $5 parking. 478-993-3053.
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Meet us at the program hut to look at and learn about the different kinds of insects we will start to see here at the park during the coming Spring Season! $5 parking. 770-504-2277.
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Join us at the Interpretive Center to make your own bird feeders from recycled items! What a great way to celebrate our feathered friends and the role they play in our environment! Let's keep our pollinators happy. Hope to see you there! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Have you ever wanted to release your inner archer? Maybe you're just looking for a place to hone your skills. All equipment is provided, no experience necessary. Ages 8 and older. Contact Park Office to register in advance. Click event for more details. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801.
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Guest with have the unique opportunity to view three short films dating from 1964 to 2004. Before each film there will be discussion on the background of the making of the each film. Showing 11:00 and 1:00 $7.50-$13 706-655-5870.
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Like to sleep in? No problem. Join us for an ambling one-mile ranger-led hike and learn about the incredible mega-fauna that once roamed the island. Meet at the Big Ferry Trailhead. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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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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What is the real cost of loosing our grasslands? Understand their significance in the biological web during this ranger led workshop. We'll be highlighting Georgia's species of concern that depend on grasslands and give you tools to protect our native species. $3 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This wetland trek will showcase various native species of salamanders in our park and leave folks with a greater understanding of some our favorite amphibians. Please wear close toed shoes. To register call 770 732 2613 $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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This evening twilight paddle is a great opportunity to get out on the water! This ranger led early evening kayak paddle is a great way to wrap up the day and observe native flora and fauna. We'll meet on the front porch of that bait shop. Spots fill up quick. Must register by 5 pm day of, call 770 732 2613 to register. 40 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Watch this bi-annual kayaking event up-close from the splash zone! The hike is considered highly strenuous and technical as you will be traversing 800 feet of elevation up and down a 25 - 55 degree rocky incline. Bring water and snacks!
(The only gorge access allowed without a boat)
Waiver must be signed. $15 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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The wildflowers in Sitton Gulch are in bloom! Come see what's up along the Sitton Gulch Trail. Meet at the Interpretive Center, then we'll drive down the mountain to the lower trailhead. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Enjoy a story time lead by the wonderful librarians of the Hall County Library System. Story time will be followed with an activity lead by a ranger. We will meet at Picnic Shelter #1. This month's theme is reduce, reuse, recycle! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Start your morning off right with a good stretch and breathing exercises. Meet us on the beach for a guided yoga session. This event is for all ages and beginners are welcome. Please bring a towel or a yoga mat and a water bottle. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Monday, Apr 14, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Monday, Apr 14, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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This Ranger led hike takes you down into the canyon and up the west side to a rocky outcrop on the West Rim Trail. Moderately strenuous. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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This short but strenuous guided hike will go from the Interpretive Center down to the ford at Bear Creek (approximately 3 miles roundtrip). $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Start your morning off right with a good stretch and breathing exercises. Meet us on the beach for a guided yoga session. This event is for all ages and beginners are welcome. Please bring a towel or a yoga mat and a water bottle. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Tuesday, Apr 15, 2025 10 AM to 11 AM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Sign up at the Visitor Center for a nature-sourced craft. This month, we will be creating flowers, to bring home, created out of responsibly collected materials. We will also discuss the importance of native plant diversity. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Archery
Tuesday, Apr 15, 2025 3 PM to 4 PM
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Archery target shooting adventure for ages 10 to adult. We provide basic instruction and equipment. Beginners welcome. Limited attendance of 12 per time slot. Preregistration, at Visitor Center, required(8am-5pm). Meet at archery shelter. $20 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
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Come meet our naturalist and share a hot beverage overlooking the lake. $1 plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Orienteering teaches you how to read a map, follow terrain features, use a compass, and navigate successfully and efficiently from one location to another. If this is a skill that you would like to possess, Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post.
Maps and compasses will be provided.
This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous hiking $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Drop by the Interpretive Center to meet, touch, and learn all about one of our ambassador snakes: eastern
rat snakes, corn snakes, an eastern garter snake, or an eastern king snake. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Learn about the toxicity of different mushrooms, including some of Georgia's most poisonous mushrooms and some poisonous mushrooms that look like edible species. You'll also create your own mushroom from clay that you can take home! Meet at the Mellinger Center in the campground at 10:30AM. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Explore the Norma Campbell Cove trail and its many wonderful wildflowers with our naturalist Lou. You'll learn about some flowers, the roles they play in the environment, and a bit about the State Wildlife Action Plan that Georgia has in place to protect the state's biodiversity. This hike is short but steep; wear good hiking shoes and bring water. $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Orienteering teaches you how to read a map, follow terrain features, use a compass, and navigate successfully and efficiently from one location to another. If this is a skill that you would like to possess, Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post.
Maps and compasses will be provided.
This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous hiking $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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A ranger will be roving the trails to answer your questions about local flora, fauna, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Celebrate National Haiku Day with our Park Rangers on the beautiful 2.2 mile, moderately difficult Tennessee Rock Trail. Learn about some plants you will see along the way, then soak in some inspiration from the sunset while we teach you how to write a haiku. You will have the opportunity to write your own and share it if you'd like. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-746-2141.
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Enjoy a relaxing morning as we go on a birding adventure. This class will teach you the basics of birding as we hike and explore around Crooked River. Guests are encouraged to bring their own binoculars. $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Explore the area and learn about our fine feathered friends while making a locally sourced bird feeder with pine cones. $2.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Elementary school children are invited to join us in a Easter Eggstravaganza. Children will go on a egg scavenger hunt learning what animals laid that color egg, gather eggs, make a mask of an animal that lays eggs and receive a bag of candy.
Home-schoolers will gather colored eggs, make a craft and get a Easter treat. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-541-0321.
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Eagles, hawks, falcons, and ravens, are some of Georgia's largest birds, and among its most imperiled. Come learn about these and other large avian, and the efforts to slow their decline. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn some of the most useful knots to use around your campsite during this short, hands-on program. All ages welcome. $5 parking. 706-657-4050.
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Learn how to tie a hook and catch a fish with a ranger! $10.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Come meet and learn about the various reptiles and amphibians that call our Nature Center home. Then afterwards, participate in a fun craft to take home your very own (wooden) reptile! $5.00 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Before joining us for smores and games, join us instead for flint and steel! This class will teach you the basics of fire-building and the different uses it has! $5.00 per guest $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Settle in for the night with some fun, games, and s'mores around a campfire with a ranger.
Each week holds something new! $2 per person $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
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Celebrate Easter with a self lead scavenger hunt on the Overlook Trail! Find a hidden egg or bunny, snap a picture, show the front office to win a prize! $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Come ride the trails at Don Carter State Park and see how many Easter eggs you can find! Pickup a checklist from the front office, take your ride, and drop it back off for a chance to win a prize! Winners will be notified by April 25th. This is a Friends of Don Carter program, proceeds support equestrian trail upkeep and bridge maintenance. $5 plus $5 parking. 678-450-7726.
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Great fun for youth and adults begins with face painting, sack race, egg toss and egg spoon relay. Hop over to meet the Easter Bunny and bring your basket & flashlight for three fantastic candy hunts beginning at 8:15 PM separated by age: up to 3 years old, 4-6 year old and 7-12 year old. Meet at the Liberty Bell Pool on Hwy 354. $3 plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
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It's time to get fired up! Join our rangers at the fort as we show off both the fun and the challenges of blacksmithing. Watch as we present the tools of the trade from the Civil War and the work it takes to make something beautiful! Nails, railroad ties, and more! Our smithies can do it all with a little skill and a lot of love for metalworking. $9.75 regular adult
$8.50 senior
$5.50 child
5 and under free 912-727-2339.
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Step back in time and explore the delicate art of Victorian egg painting. In this hands-on class, you’ll craft your own elegant keepsake while discovering the historical significance of this charming pastime. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike! $5 plus $5 parking. 912-727-2339.
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Exercise your brain and body on this short trail. Stop by the park office (trading post), pick up a trek card and set off on a self-guided hike on our Nature Brantley Trail. After the trek, return to the park office to pick up your EGG-citing award! Bring water, bug repellent and wear closed-toe shoes. $5 parking. 706-557-3001.
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Hop into the world of rabbits! Learn about their habitats, behaviors, and how they play a role in the ecosystem. This program will include a wildlife lecture, track identification, and more! $4 plus $5 parking. 912-557-7744.
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Orienteering teaches you how to read a map, follow terrain features, use a compass, and navigate successfully and efficiently from one location to another. If this is a skill that you would like to possess, Meet at the Tennis Courts by the Trading Post.
Maps and compasses will be provided.
This is a 2 hour program with moderately strenuous hiking $10 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out.
Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center.
No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Archery is a fun and exciting hobby. Whether your reason to learn is hunting, competition, looking supercool whilst shooting high-speed projectiles, or just having fun, we have the equipment and the know-how to help you out.
Meet at the Green Gazebo behind the Visitors Center.
No open-toed shoes or loose-fitting clothing permitted. $15 plus $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Join us by the fire as we welcome you to the park! Enjoy smores and campfire stories as we answer your questions about Red Top Mountain and our programs for you and your family. We'll also discuss this year's interpretive theme and highlight wildlife species you may encounter. $5 parking. 770-975-0055.
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Have you ever wondered about the minnows you see in the marsh? Their lives are more fascinating than you can imagine! Come learn about the strength and resilience of these incredible fish in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Have you ever wondered about the minnows you see in the marsh? Their lives are more fascinating than you can imagine! Come learn about the strength and resilience of these incredible fish in the Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
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Join a Ranger for a guided hike on the Trembling Earth Nature Trail and Boardwalk to see what wildflowers we have in bloom. Gaze upon Fragrant Waterlilies, Golden Club, and Swamp Irises that are in full bloom as we hike the 0.75 mile trail. Spaces are limited to 16 individuals, so please call the trading post to reserve a spot. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-637-5274.
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Enjoy a bit of daylight on this 3 mile night hike and savor the last rays as we hike and decent into valleys and nightfall. You'll see the park in a whole new light. Must pre-register by 5 pm day of. $10 plus $5 parking. 770-732-2613.
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Join us for fun activities and hunting for Easter eggs. Meet at the Jane Hurt Yarn Interpretive Center. $5 parking. 706-754-7981.
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This series features professional storytellers as they work their magic at the campground firepit. Expect tales of Appalachian folklore, local history, and more. Bring a chair, flashlight and open imagination for this 1 hour program. $5 parking. 706-344-1515.
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