August 2014 E-News from Georgia State Parks 
 
Georgia Department of Natural Resources sent this bulletin at 08/01/2014 12:47 PM 
 
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Get Out. Get Dirty. Get Fit. 
 
August 2014 
 
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> IN THIS ISSUE: Summer Deals on Cabins and Camping, Golf and Events 
 
Celebrate Summer with Cabin & Camping Deals 
Just because kids are back in school doesn't mean you have to stop enjoying the great outdoors. Enjoy the last lazy days of summer with "Back to School" specials on cabins and campsites. Save 30% on cabins at pretty Magnolia Springs State Park (springs, boardwalk and wildlife) or enjoy $19.99 camping at Victoria Bryant State Park (fishing, hiking and golf). Campers at several southern Georgia can save 50% on RV and tent sites, while also cooling off at lakeside beaches. See GaStateParks.org/specials for promo codes and valid dates. 
Park Activities 
 
Speedway Camping 
Race fans, we've teamed up with Atlanta Motor Speedway and Honda to give away camping at both the speedway and a Georgia State Park. You could win infield camping and pit passes during the Labor Day NASCAR night race weekend, two nights of camping in one of our modern campgrounds, plus a Honda EU2000i generator. Enter online to win. 
 
Golf Specials 
Tee off and save money with these golf packages. Throughout August, play nine holes for just $12 (including cart) at Highland Walk Golf Course. Both Brazell's Creek at GordoniaAlatamaha State Park and Arrowhead Pointe at Richard B. Russell State Park feature camping and golf packages starting at $48. Learn more about state park courses at GeorgiaGolf.com. 
 
Civil War Badge 
"Kids" ages 7 to 70 can earn a limited-edition Civil War Junior Ranger Badge while commemorating the 150th anniversary of the War Between the States. You'll visit Civil War prisons and forts, and learn what life was like for soldiers and civilians. Among the 15 featured sites is Fort McAllister, where General Sherman ended his "March to the Sea." 
 
Upcoming Events 
Quilting Bee 
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site - Juliette Learn to stitch a quilt on the big frame while meeting members of the Plantation Quilters. Quilt items will be available in the gift shop of this authentic Southern plantation. $6.50 adult admission. 478-986-5172 
Saturday, August 16, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. 
Americus Train Ride 
SAM Shortline Excursion Train -- Cordele Riding in air-conditioned, vintage train cars, travel across Lake Blackshear, visit Historic Downtown Americus, and tour Habitat for Humanity's Global Village. $29.99 and up for adults. 229-276-0755 
Friday, August 22, 9:30 a.m. - 4:50 p.m. 
Bark in the Park 
Elijah Clark State Park -- Lincolnton Show off your best friend with doggie costume contests, a speed-sit game, mini obstacle course and prizes. $3-$5 plus $5 parking. 706-359-3458 
Saturday, August 9, 2 p.m. 
 
Featured Deal -- Scout Camping 
Don Carter State Park on Lake Lanier 
Save 10% when your Scout group reserves three or more primitive campsites. Gather everyone for days filled with fishing, boating and swimming, followed by nights around a campfire. BYOM (bring your own marshmallows). Call 678-450-7726 for reservations.