I i i GEORGIA STATE PARKS &. HISTORIC SITES Georgia's 58 tate parks and hi toric sites are easy to get to and hard to forget! ites are conve nie ntly located , no matter where you Uve or travel in Georgia. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the beautiful Colonial Coast, Georgia ha ome of the southeast's most scenic state parks and reasonably priced ove rnight accommodations. Park Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Hours may vary at ome parks. Park Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. da ily, except for Panola Mountain, Provide nce Canyon, and Ste phe n C. Foste r, which ha e special seasonal ope rating hours. Historic Site Hours: 9:00 a. m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday thro ugh aturday. 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Clo d Mondays (except lega l holidays), Thanksgiving, and Chri tma . Hi toric site ho urs vary at the Little White Hou e and Dahlonega Gold Museum . Program Fees: Most of the special events are free, although me charge a no minal progra m or mate rials fee. Th re is a small admission charge at historic sites; however, registered tate park lodge and cottage gue ts receiv eli counted or free admission. A 2.00 daily parking fee i charged at all the sta te parks; or visito rs may purchase an annual Georgia ParkPa for $25.00 (eli counts available for enio r and disabled vete rans). vernight park gue ts pay one $2.00 fee for the duration of their tay. Organized school groups visiting parks in bu e are exempt. ParkPass fees collected are u eel for re pair and maintenan ce of the state parks and histo ric sites. Please Note: Fees, hours of operation, and ava ilabi.lity of facilitie are subject to change without notice. Georgia's tate Park and Historic sites are operated by the Park , Recreation and Historic Sites Division of the G orgia De partment of atura l Resources. D i an equal oppo1tunity employer - natura lly! For career infom1ation call 404/ 656-2695 If anyone feels subjected to discrim ination on the basis of rae , color or national origin, they may file a complaint alleging discrimination with the Office for Equal Opportunity, U. . Departme nt of the Inte rior, Washington D. C. 20240. For More Infonnation For information on a specific special event or program, it is best to call the host park or historic site . If you want general infom1ation or have questions about Georgia's state parks and hi toric sites, call the Public Infonnation Office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (E.S.T.) Monday through Friday. (404) 656-3530 Important Notice: Area codes for most of the North Georgia state parks and historic sites will change May 3, 1992. Sites with a 404 area code outside the Metropolitan Atlanta loca l calling area will change to area code 706. Please Note: Eve1y effo rt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure. Because unforeseen circumstances could cause the date or location of an event to be changed , inte rested person should contact the park or histo1ic site directly before making final plans to attend any of the events. CONTENTS Program Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Program Descriptions . .. ..... .. .. . .. ...... ... 4 Event Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17 Location Map ...... . ....... . . . . . .. . .... . . . 12 Facilities Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 pecial Getaways ... ... . . . . ......... . . . . . . . 18 New Facilities . . .......... . ..... ... ..... . . . 19 Overnight Accommodations .. . ... . ...... .... .. 19 Fi hing & Boating ......... . . .. .. . ..... .. . . . 20 Outdoor & Environmental Resources . . .... .. .. . . 23 Program Highlights Wildflower Programs pring and fall wildflower programs are offered at the state parks, which have abundant display of these native plant in their natural settings. Park naturalists and loca l wildflower experts present lide shows and lead gu ided hikes. All program are free of charge and no preregistration is required, unless otherwi e indicated. For more infonnation, contact the sites directly. Wll.DFLOWER WALK April 11. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park, Lithia prings, 404/ 944--1700 SPRING Wll.DFWWER DAY April 11 , 9:30a. m.- I p.m. Panola Mo untain State Conservation Park. Stockbridge, 04/389-780 1 FWYD'S FWWERS April II , 2 p.m. James H. Floyd State Park , Summerville. 404/857-521 1 Wll.DFLOWER WEEKEND April 17- 18 Stephe n C. Foste r tate Park, Fargo. 9 12/637-527 Wll.DFWWERS AROUND UNICOI April 24 & 25, 8 p.m. Uni oi State Park . Helen, 04/878-220 I, ext. 282 SPRING WILDFWWER DAY April 25, 2 - 4 p.m. Providence Ca nyon tate Park, Lumpkin , 9 12/ 838-6202 ANNUAL SPRING Wll.DFLOWERS April 25, 11 a. m. - 2 p.m. Amicalola Falls tate Park , Dawsonville, 04/265-8888 Wll.DFWWER WALK April 25 . 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sweetwater Creek tate Conservat ion Park , Lithia Springs, 404/ 944- 1700 ALONG THE Wll.DFWWER TRAll. April 25 , 2 p.m. Vogel Suue Park , Blairsville, 404/745-2628 Wll.DFWWER EXPLORATION May 2. 2 p.m. Cloudla nd Canyon tate Park, Rising Fawn. 404/ 657-4050 FORT MOUNTAIN FLOWERS May 2. 10 a.m. - 'oon Fo n Mounta in tate Park , Chatswonh. 404/7 6-214 1 TJ{E BLOOMJN' Wll.DFLOWER SHOW May 23. 2 p.m. Black Rock lo untain State Park , Mountain City, 404 6-214 1 FALL Wll.DFWWER DAY Octo ber 10, 2 - p.m. Providen e Canyo n State Park , Lumpkin , 912/tl38-6202 July is National Recreation and Parks Month July is designated " ational Recreation and Parks Month" by tl1e ational Recreation and Park As ociation. Many of Georgia 's tate parks and historic ites will host sp cia! theme programs each week during July. Contact individual ite for additional program information. Canoe Excursions Georgia 's state parks and historic site offer canoe day trip down ome of Georgia's most cenic river . All u-ip are open to beginning and exp rienced canoeists and are led by park taff. Preregistration is required two weeks prior to each Uip and ca noe are available for rental. Can e trips are 5.00 with your own canoe; $10 with canoe renta l. For m re information and registration contact the ite directly. CANOE THE OGEECHEE April , 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Hambu rg tate Park , Millen 9 12/ 552-2393 SOUTH FORK RIVER August 15, 10 a.m. - :30 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge tate Park. Comer 4041783-5349 SOUTH FORK RfVER June 20. 10 a.m . - 4:30 p.m. ~ atson Mill Bridge tate Park , Comer 404 83-53 9 CANOE THE OGEECHEE October 17, 10 a.m.- p.m. Magnolia prings tate Park, Millen 912/9 2-1660 SOUTH FORK RIVER July 11 , 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge tate Park , Comer 404/783-5349 CANOE THE OGEECHEE October 24 , 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Magnolia prings tate Park, Millen 912/982- 1660 Weekend Hikes at Panola Mountain Guided hike to the conservation area at Panola Mountain tate Conservation Park ar conducted at 3:00 p.m. every aturday and unday. ature enthusia ts, families, and hikers will especially e njoy thi opportunity. Each hike i preceded by a slide show at 2:30 p.m. on the flora and fauna found on Panola Mountain. During the ummer months, from May 23 through eptember 7, the slide how and hike will begin at 10:00 a.m. aturday and unday to avoid the afternoon heat, and a special program without the guided hike will b offered at 3:00 p.m. Backpacking Clinics A backpacking linic has been scheduled September 19th at Red Top Mountain State Park to help get hike rs sta rted in this o utdoor pur uit. Experienced in tru~tors wilJ demon trat and di cuss different types of equ ipment, fo d menus, and other skills needed to make backpacking easi r. The clinic wilJ begin at 10:30 a. m. Saturday morning and finish at 5:00 p.m. that afternoon. All pa1ticipants should bring a picnic lunch. There is a 10/ per on fee for the clinic. Preregisuatio n is sugge ted , but not required. For more information or registration, call 404/ 878-1590. Backcountry Weekend Adventures Eight overnight backpacking trips are cheduled at north Georgia tate parks. Each trip begin at 10:30 a.m. aturday and e nds at 3:00 p.m. unday. Backpack rs must provid their own equipment and food. Each trip i limited to a maximum of 15 participant and a minimum of 7, with a minimum age of 8. Preregistration is requ ired and ther i a 15.00/ person trip fee . Experienced taff gu ide participants afely along the trail , interpreting num rou natural and cultural features. For more information or regi tration , call 404/ 865-7150. Amicalola Falls tate Park Vogel tate Park Black Rock Mountain tate Park Fort Mountain State Park Cloudland Canyon State Park njcoi tate Park Fort Mountain tate Park Amicalola Fall tate Pa rk October 5-6 October 12-13 October 19-20 October 26-27 October 26-27 ovember 2-3 ovember 2-3 December 7-8 Walysi-Yi Center traddling the Appalachian Trail at eels Gap, the Waly i-Yi Outdoor Center i a natural re ting place wher novice and experienced hike r can learn about G o rgia' rich mountain outdoor heritage. Eleven backpacking eminar and hike are being offered aturday from 10:00 a. m. to 4:00 p.m. on June 1, 15, and 29, July 13 and 27, August 17, e ptember 7 and 21 , ov mber 9 and 23, and December 7. The seminar include pecial topic such as cold weather hiking and camping, long distance hiking, family backpacking, and ultralight hiking. A fee of 20.00 include lunch and neces ary equipment and upplies. Advance registration is required . For more infonnation caU404/745-6095. Junior Ranger Program Have you ever seen the world from an ant's point of view? Just w hat doe a park ranger do? Do you know ju t when and where to plant a tree? If you are between the ages of 8 and 14 you can discover all that and more by joining the Junior Rangers. To become a member takes a little bit of time, but the activities are lots of fun! You ca n become a Junior Ranger by participating in a special summer day camp at o ne tate park or hi toric site or by visiting several different sites. Call your nearest state park or hi toric ite for more infonnation on this summer's program. Summer Interpretive Programs for All Ages The state park and hi toric sites are staffed with interpretive pecialists during the summer months each year. Each site ha special programs cheduled which are not listed in this bro hure. ature hikes, ev ning campfire programs with va ry ing topics , living history programs, nature crafts, bird walk , and outdoor recreation skills such a canoeing, hiking, and backpacking are conducted by trained staff. Call your neare t state park or historic site for more infonnation on interpretive activities scheduled for this summer. " ' " ______ / Program ~ ~~;~-~ Descriptions -J~--,)))?~ ! ! Arts and Crafts The state parks will be hosting several arts and crafts festivals during the spring and fall. Ha nd crafted ite ms featured will include baskets, quilts, toys, potte ry, needlepo int, and w od carvings, most by Georgia cra ftspersons. Many of the festivals include crafts demonstrations and live mu ic. If you enjoy browsing or buying, look over the events with the basket symbol in d1is brochure. ~ , Festivals A variety of enjoyable activitie are offe red at . . . state park festiva ls held throughout d1e yea r. Country and gospel mu ic, clogging, crafts .and folk skill demonstration , hayrides, races, cont ts, and game ar just some of the fun . If you'd like to att nd one of the festivals, they are indi ated by a balloon symbol in thi brochure . Fishing/Boating Y u've probably hea rd many a story about how good d1e fishing and boating is in th lake and strea ms at Georgia' stat parks. To find out for yourself, look for the fish symbol in this brochu re and choose from the va ri ty of fishing and boating activitie cheduled this year. ,~--~~ Folk Skills Expe rie nce history being relived through the - - ... ring of the blacksmith's hamme r, hum f d1e pinni ng wheel, o r smell of tea cakes baking in a wood stove. If you e njoy watching or learning folk ski lls from arlie r tim s, look for programs in d1is brochure which have a spinning wheel symbo l. ~ ~ Holiday Programs Enjoy this year's holiday weekend by participating in sp cia! programs during the Memorial Day, Inde p nde nce Day, Labor Day and Christma holidays. Many of the state parks and hi toric sites have authentic pe riod decorations, music, costumed interpr t r , and tory telling r miniscent of days gone by. Watch for the flag or holly berry ymbol in this brochure . Living History Georgia military history and scenes from ::!' colonial days abound at ma ny of our historic sit s. On pecial o ca ions, hi tory i recreated using interpreters in military uniform and co tumes of the p riod. To identify living hi torr de mon trations, locate the cannon symbol in thi brochu re. Music and Dance Throughout the yea r, the tate parks offer a number of mu ic and dance programs which reflect oud1em he ritage and traditions. Plan to attend Fall Harv t Mu i and Dance October 24th, at nicoi tate Park or other programs in thi brochure identified with a guitar ymbol. ~ Native Ame.rlcan Activities Throughout 1992, the state parks and historic sites w ill present cultural programs about Georgia's ative America ns. Multi-media presentations, lecture , gatherings, and d monstratio ns are identified with a feather ymbo l. Nongame/Wildlife There i a va riety of activities planned which enable vi itors to understand and appreciate G orgia' nongame wildlife . Become acquainted with bird of pr y at Watson Mill Bridge in May or find out what Buzza rd Day i all about at Reed Bingham in D cemb r. Look for the eagle symbol to discover othe r nongame/ wildlife program on bluebirds, snakes, and how wildlife adapts to changing seasons. i1~ Outdoor Activities Tho e who njoy outdoor adventures uch as hiking, ca mping, rock climbing, spelunking, o r canoeing will enjoy event such as the Appalachian Trail 55th Anniver ary C le bratio n at Amicalo la Falls in May o r the TriathJon at Jo hn Tanner in Ju ly. Watch fo r the hiker ymbo l in this brochure and look over the pecial in ets on anoe excur ions and backcount1y we ke nd adventur s. J ~. Plants in Nature ~~ ._ The state parks have schedul d several - ~ program for nature and plant lovers this yea r. ature hike , photography outing , ta lk and demonstration on kudzu and poisonous plants, hike to view flowe1ing plants, a nd progra ms on the changing seasons are lab led wid1 a leaf symbo l in this brochure . APRIL 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Wildflowers are in full bloom at most of our parks during the early spring. See the special section at the beginning of this brochure for information on scheduled wildflower programs. MISTLETOE FISHING PROGRAM April 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mistletoe State Park, Appling Da long e hibition of fishing equ ipment with periodic lectures and kill dem nstra tion . Free. 404-541-0321. LIVING IDSTORY WEEKEND April 4, 11 am. - 3 p.m. ::!' April 5, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Pickett's Mill State Historic Site, Dallas ee dem nstrations of soldier life and civilian refugee ca mps during the Atl anta ca mpatgn o f the Ctvtl War. tte Admission Fee. 40 -443-7850. ALL ABOUT ALIJGATORS April11, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. _ec ~ l ~ve allFiglaotorre,nhceearMlecaturriensaaSbotauttethPesaerfka; Omaha cinating rea ru res, and ta ke ~~ boat ncle to rhetr habttats during this fun -fi lled clay dedicated to alligators. Pre-register by April 10. 912-838-4706. EARLY BIRD WALK April11, 8 - 10 a.m. ~ Fort Yargo State Park, Winder ovice and intermed iate birders are invited 10 join an Atlanta Audubon volunteer tn sea rch of spring migratory birds. Free. Prereg t tra uon required . 404-867-3489. FDRCOMMEMORA~CEREMONY April12, 1992 little Whi!e House Historic Site, Wann Springs A tnbute IO Franklin D. Ro sevelt on th e 47th anniversary of his death at " arm prings. Keynote address delivered by judge Fra nk heatham, .Jr. o f avannah. Free. 40 -655-35 11 . ~ A.H. STEPHENS HOMECOMING ~~ April12, 2 - 5 p .m. ::!' _A. H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordv ille Dt ~over ltf e a A.H. tep hens knew it through thi of Ltberty Hall. Admission Fee. 404-456-26o2. livin g h.1 to ry to u r GEORGIA'S Wll.DLIFE: A TIME FOR CHANGE April17-18, 10 am - 5 p.m. ~ Fort King George Histone This program w ill educate pa rticipants about GSeitoer~iDa ' awriilednlife and expl ~m the pressures that are impo eel on their populations. Aclmt ton Fee. 912- 37-4770. ~ SUNBURY: A TOWN AND ITS PEOPLE ~~ April18, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ::!' Sunbury Historic Site, Midway Reenactors in period clothing demonstrate the crafts and skills of our ancestors, allowi ng visitors to experience life as it perta ined to an 18th century town . Adm ission Fee. 912-884- 5999. SPRING BASS TOURNAMENT April 25, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Grab your lucky fishing ca p and come join the fun on bea uti ful Lake Walter F. George. Free. Preregi ter by April 24. 912-838-4706. PUBUC SAFETY MEMORIAL BASS TOURNAMENT April25 High Falls State Park, Jackson Fishing fan are encouraged to come out and ca tch the big one' Program Fee: 10. Preregtstratton encouraged . 912-994-5080. ENVIRONMENTAL DAY April 25, 10 am. - 2 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Lea rn about everyth ing from snakes to geology and recycl ing to birds of prey at th ts Earrh_Day commemorative program. Program Fee: $1 per person. Preregtster before April 14th . 404-389-780 1. .:4 ,l-- w'~~ RIVERCANE RENDEZVOUS EARTHSKIU.S GATHERING April 28 - May 2 - - "" Unicoi State Park, Helen Lea rn primitive skills and philo ophies- hide tanning w ild edible and medicinal p lants, basketry, po ttery, cordage, fi re b~ friction, and blow guns. Progra m Fee. Preregister by April 15. 404-878-2201 ext. 282. MAY 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 CATFISH FESTIVAL May 2, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele Kick off pring with a ca tfi h cooking conte t and an and crafts exhibits. Program Fee. Preregi tration. 912-273-1668. BACKYARD NATURAllST May 2, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Lea rn how to attract and observe wildlife in your own backyard. Fre . 404-265- EARLY BIRD WAI.K May 2, 9 - 10:30 a.m. Etowah Indian Mounds, Cartersville j oin j ohn wiclerski, a local b ird-w atching expert , on a stroll around the historic site to view one o f its most prolific natural re ource birds! Preregister by 1ay 1. Free. 04-387-3747. BIRDING WEEKEND May 8-10, 6:4 5 a.m. - 9:30a.m. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo 11uough tours and pre entations you 'll discover the 235 species of birds that either migrate to and fr m this park or re ide here yea r round. Free. 912-637-5274. ~~~Jarrell lr- W~ ~~ SHEEP TO SHAWL May 9, 10:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m. Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Experience what was once an annual spring event on middle Georgia farms - sheep hearing. Also watch wool being spun and woven into clothing. Admission Fee. 912-986-5172. .,.1 II ~ WOODCARVER'S WHITI'LE-IN May 9, 12 noon - 4 p.m. ~ - - ... Unicoi State Park, Helen Vi iting woodc-arvers will exhibit and demonstrate the fine craft of hand .ca rved wooden items and old-time "whinlin'.'' Free. 0 78-2201 ext. 2 3. BIRDS OF PREY PROGRAM May 10, 2:30 - 4 p.m. ~ Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Come r Become acquainted with Georgia' birds of prey through this pecial live animal program. Free. 0 3-5349. TROUT FISHING WEEKEND May 15, 8 p.m. & May 16, 9 a.m. Unicoi State Park, Helen eminars on trout fl hing equipment, bait, tactics and tream reading. Free. 04-878-2201. STAY AND SEE STEWART COUNTY DAY May 16, 10 a.m - 4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Come ee dem nstrations, exhibits, and crafters from the many unique points of special interest that make tewan coun ty a pecial pia e to vi it. Free. 9 12 38-4706. i1~ APPAIACiflAN TRAIL 55TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION May16 1 Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Enjoy all day demonstration and exhibits on the Appalachian Tra il, backpacking, and hiking. Free. 04-265- CCC REUNION May 16, 10:30 a.m. Vogel State Park, Blairsville This covered dish dinner i a reuni n for the men of Roosevelt's Tree Army, better known as the CC, w ho comributecl to Vogel and other recreational areas aero the country during the Great Depre sion. Everyone welcome. Free. 04-745-262 . IIIII"":J MciNTOSH AND GWINNETT, DEATH AT 15 PACES ~~ May 16, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. ,.. Sunbury Historic Site, Midway Reenactor representing Lachlan Mcintosh, promin m commander o f Am rica n for in Georgia during the Am rica n Revolution, and Button winnett, Governor o f Georgia and signer of the Declaration of lnclepenclence, will re reate the tragic duel that resulted in winnett's death. Admi ion Fee. 912-88 -5999. TWIN CITIES CUSTOM CAR SHOW May 17, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Plenty o f food, entertainment, and fun will accompany thi custom CJ' r how with judging in 20 categories. Free. Preregistration. 04-663 85 RESPECT REPI'll.ES May 22 - 24 , 8 p.m. - 9:30 a.m. ~ Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo An interpretive weekend featuring guest speakers ta lking the language of the reptile . Free. 912-637-5274. ! I HEART TO HART COUNTRY CRAFT SHOW May 23, 9 a.m - 5 p.m. Hart State Park, Hartwell lOth annual raft how featuring all handmade items in lucling wood ca rving , baskets, ne dlepoint, pressed lea f arrangements, stuffed animal and more. Free. Preregi tration & Fee for exhibitors. 04-3 6- 56. JUNIOR-SENIOR CATFISH RODEO May 23, 9 a.m - 3 p.m. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Bring your favorite pole, your favorite kid , and a picnic lunch! Pani ipants must be 15 or younger and 65 or older. enior c1t1zens mu t have a tate honorary license; rJO licen e required for juniors. Free. 04-2 5-6270. MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION ~ May 23, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. _..... Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill niformecl troop will fire sa lutes during the clay in honor o f ou r country's war dead. Admission Fee. 912-727-2339. HOMEFOLKS JUBILEE May 23, 6 - 10 p.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder Family mu ic event, witl1 a balanced program for all age . Program fee: adults, 2 children 6- 12. 404-867-3489. BATTI.E OF PICKETT'S MILL COMMEMORATION May 23, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. May 24, 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Pickett's Mill Historic Site, Dallas This living history event commemorating the 12 th anniversary of the Battle of Picken's Mill, depicts Civil War soldier life in Georgia through ca mp-life ene and military drills/ maneuvers. Admissiog Fee. 404-443-7850. THE WAR OF JENKINS EAR May 23-24, 11 a.m - 4 p.m. Wormsloe State Historic Site, Savannah A military living history program commemorating the first o fficial war fought by Georgians along tl1e coastal area over 250 years ago. Admission Fee. 912-353-3023. JUNE 1 2 34 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 i1~ TRIATHLON June 6 , 7:30 a.m. - Noon Fort Yargo State Park, Winder An outdoor porting evem that will include a .25 mile wim, 12 mile bicycle race, and a 3. 1 mile run . Progra m fee. Preregistration. 404-867-3489. FISHING RODEO FOR KIDS June 6, 9 a.m. - Noon James H. Floyd State Park, Summerville Kids up to age 1 are invited to try their luck in tl1is fun fishing tournament. Pri zes awarded . Free. 04-857-52 11. FISH DAY FOR KIDS June 13, 7 a.m. Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Com er Grab your favorite kid and join us on opening day of catflshing in the park's Stocke I pone!. Free. 404-783-5349. POTIERY-MAKING OF THE J SOUIHEASTERN INDIANS June 13, 1:00 p .m. - 3:00 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Become better acquainted with the method used by the Southea tern Indians for ponery making and decorating. Admission Fee. 404-387-3747. J MOUNDS BUILDERS DAY June 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha This program highlights the six major mound sites in Georgia with representatives from each site on hand showing slides, artifacts and literature. Free. 912-838-4706 or 4244 . MOUNTAIN RECORD HOP June 20, 7-10 p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain I.1 Put on your addle oxford and join us for an evening of dancin' to the oldie ! Fun, prizes and pecial dances throughout the night. Admission Fee. Program Fee. 404-663-4858. lr-~ MOUNTAIN LORE AND LEGEND ~-- ... June 20, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville TI1e hi tory of the North Georgia Mountains i filled with mystery and legend; moonshine, creepy criners, Appalachian music, folk medici ne, mountain dialect and haunt tales. Come explore the crafts and cultures of these southern mountains. Free. 404-265-8888. SNAKESAUVE June 27, 3 - 5 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Park staff w ill present an informative program about snakes and wi ll have live snakes on hand for those brave enough to touch. Free. 404-389-780 1. J INDIAN COOKIN' June 27, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Etow ah Indian Mounds, Cartersville Learn Southeastern Indian techniques for cooking, preparing and pre erving food through demonstrations and samples. Admission fee. 404-387-3747. ......-...:l THE SIGNING OF THE DECLARATION THE ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE ~B ~ June 27, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunbury Historic Site, Midw ay Thi reenactment of the issue confronting those w ho signed the Declaration of Independence commemorates the 216th anniversary of the famous document. Admission Fee. 912-88 -5999. ANNUAL SKI COMPETITION June 27-28,10 a.m.- 4 p.m . Seminole State Park, Donalsonville This novice event, sponsored by the Smoothwa ter Ski Club of . Tallahassee, includes kneeboarding, slalom. and barefoot competrtions. (Participa nts must be members of AWSA.) Program fee . Preregistration. 912-861-3137. ROBERTTOOMB'SBIRTHDAY CELEBRATION June 28, 2:30 - 5 p.m. Robert Toomb's House Historic Site, "" Washington Special emphasis is placed on the life and times of Robert Toombs during tours of his home. Admi ion Fee. 404-678-2226. JULY 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 0 INDEPENDENCE DAY FOLKLIFE CELEBRATION ~-...-.. JJuarlyre4ll Plantation, Juliette Celebrate Independence Day by remembering life in America's past. Featuring skills and chore uch as blacksmithing, woodsto ve cooking, pinning and weaving. Admission fee. 912-986-5172. ......-...:l SCOTTISH HIGHLANDERS PREPARE FOR BLOODY MARSH ~B July 4, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. "" Fort King George Historic Site, Darien This reenactment portray the steps taken by Lieutenant Mackay's cotlish Highlanders from Darien as they prepare for the Battle of Bloody Mar h, one of the greatest turning points in Georgia's history. Admission Fee. 912-437-4770. FIREWORKS CELEBRATION July 4, 8:30 - 10 p.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel CelebrateJuly th witl1 a beautiful array of fireworks. Free. 912-896-3551. INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ..... Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill Celebrat the 4tll with live music, artS and crafts , games, and a barbecue dinner. Admission Fee. 912-727-2339. APPALACHIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL July 10-12 Unicoi State Park, Helen ConcertS, in trument display , workshops and dancing featuring tmdilional Iri h, folk , bluegrass, and old lime mountain music. Fee for evening concerts. 404-878-2201, ext. 283. i1~ TRIATill.ON July 11, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. john Tanner State Park, Carrollton An outdoor sporting event that w ill include a .25 mile w im, a 13 mile bicycle race, and a 3.4 mile run. Program Fee: $35. Preregister by Jul y . 404- 30-2222. ~ J WILDEDffiLES ._ July 11, 3 - 5 p.m. - -..1 Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Come learn about the different types of loca l edible plants; tl1ere wi ll even be amples for you to try! Free. 404-389-7801. NEW MANCHESTER DAYS July 11-12, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs Thi hike to and tour of the Manchester Manufacturing Compa ny's ruins will take you back in time to the destruction of the Village of ew Manclle ter during the Civil War's Battle of Atlanta. Free. 04-944- 1700 EARLY BIRD HIKE July 18, 8 - 10 a.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder Join an experienced birder from the Atl anta Audubon to learn and expl re the rich bird life o f Fort Yargo State Park . Free. 04-867-3489. NATURE'S DIET July 18, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville The air, water and oil are free gifts to man and none of us should take the e for granted. Come learn more about Georgia's waste crisis as we di cuss methods of conservation and recycling. Free. 04-265- F.u. ~ FASCINATING WILDLIFE July 25, 3 - 5 p.m. Panola Mountain State Conservation Park, Stockbridge Lea rn from some of Georgia's wildlife rehabilitators w hat to do with injured animals, and meet some o f these fascinating live crea ture do e up. Free. 404-389-7801. J INDIAN FILM FESTIVAL July 25 Etowah Indian Mounds, Cartersville Film and videos featuring the outl1eastern Indian history, culture, an , life ryles and archaeology will be shown throughout the day. Admission Fee. 404-387-3747. lAKE BURTON ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL July 25, 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville More tl1an forty artists and craftsmen will display paintings, needlework, quilts, toys, wood carvi ngs, pottery, scenic photogra phy, and ba ketry. Free. 404-947-3194. VANN HOUSE DAYS r 4July 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. , ..JII July 26, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Vann House Historic Site, Spring Place Living history demonstrations including Indian weaving, quilting, basketmaking, beadwork, and carving commemorate the 188th anniversary o f tl1is historic Cherokee mansion and t11e 34th anniversary of its restoration. Admi sion Fee. 404-695-2598. AUGUST 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 ~ , FORT MOUNTAIN MYSTERIES ~ August 1, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth Hea r expertS discu the prehistoric stone wa ll , black bears, gold panning, Indian artifacts and mountain folk music during thi award winning program. Free. 04-695-2621. L.._;t's lrQIIJ MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAY August 1, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. - - ... Unicoi State Park, Helen Demonstrations of old time skills - spinning, weaving, woodworking, basketry, basketweaving - will give visitors a glimpse of a past way of life. Free. Progra m fee for evenin g concen . 404-878-2201, ext. 282. OLD TIMER'S DAY August 5, Noon - 7 p.m. Vogel State Park, Blairsville Th is annual day of old time music will feature fiddle , banjo , mountain dulcimer, hammer dulcimer, guitar, singing and story telling. Experience true outhem Appalachian Mountain history right before your earsl Program Fee: $4 per adult, 1 per child. 04-745-2628. rjl\l!j ~~ FAMll..Y FARM DAY August 8, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30p.m. __ ... Jarrell Plantation, Juliette Chores and pastimes typical of a rum-of-the-century Georgia farm including blacksmithing, woodstove cooking, animal ca re, and oldtime toys w ill be demonstrated. Admission Fee. 912-986-5172. ~ J KUDZUTAKEOVERDAY AND CRAFTS FAIR ._ August 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. --... Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin join us for a fun-filled clay with game using the Kudzu vi ne, ba ketmaking, facepa inling and entertainment. Free. ( 10 Program Fee and preregistration required for exhibitors.) 912-838-6202. EVENING OF ASTRONOMY August 8, 9 - 11 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Amateur astronomers w ill explain the mystical heavenly bodies during thi evening of stargazing. Free. 912-838-4706 or 424 PERSEID METEOR SHOWER OBSERVANCE AugustS Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Participants will hear a lecture on astronomy and observe meteors from atop Mound A. Preregi ter by 7/ 31. Admission fee. 404-387-3747. BIRDS OF PREY August 8, 3 - 5 p.m. Panola Mountain State Conservation Park, Stockbridge Learn more about these fa ci nating birds as park staff present a slide how and lecture about their plight in Georgia. Live bird will be on display. Free. 404-389-7801. I REMEMBER F.D.R. August 15, 1 - 4 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Come share your memories of F.D.R. with those who remember him as a good neighbor, fellow patient, friend, and President. Admi ion fee . 404-655-3511. NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE DAYS ""4 August 15-16, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Jill Crooked River State Park, St. Mary's A day full of special games, music and activities commemora ting the ative America ns who once lived in outheast Georgia. Free. 9 12-882-5256. ! I SUMMER'S END TRADIN' DAYS August 22-23, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville This rwo-day artS and crafts festival fea tures demonstrations and display of handmade wares such as woodwork, needlework , and quilting. Enjoy homemade ice cream and goodies cooked over a wood tove while li tening to mountain music. Hoedown dance, 8 p.m. Free. 04-265- ,~.8'1!~1 THE 18TII CENTURY WOMAN August 29, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - - ... Sunbury Historic Site, Midway Visitors will be enlightened through demonstrations of domestic skills that made up the everyday chores of the 1 th century woman. Admission Fee. 912-884-5999. SEPrEMBER 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 NATIVE AMERICANS OF THE ~ GEORGIA COAST September 4, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. September 5, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien aLive o utheastern Indians w ill set up camp and dep ict the li fe of their forefathers. Program Fee: 2 adults, 1 children. 912-437-4 770. THE CIVIL WAR SOLDIER September 5, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort McAllister Historic Site, Richmond Hill Explore the life of the Civil War soldier as uniformed soldiers perforn1 the routine tasks of army life during the War between the States. Admi ion Fee. 912-727-2339. 8 ,. ~ TOOLS AND SKILLS THAT BUILT A COLONY 1~w'~~ September 5 and 1, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. September 6, 2 -4:30p.m. - - "'" Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah The tools and skills that built the homes and fortS in colonial Georgia will be eli played and demonstrated. Admission Fee. 912-353-3023. r 81!1 lABOR DAY FOLKLIFE CELEBRATION ,-.~_- , ... . September 7, 10:30 a.m. Jarrell Plantation, Juliette 3:30 p.m. Celebrate Labor Day with demon trations of historical crafts and chores such as steam engine operation, blacksmithing, woodstove cooking, and others on an authent.ic middle Georgia plantation. Admission Fee. 912-986-5172. ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 12, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Crooked River State Park, St. Mary's A day filled with artS and crafts, demonstrations, food and fun for all. Free. (Booth fee and preregistration required for exhibitors.) 9 12-882-5256. ~ 1 EAST SIDE TRAIL TREK September 12, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ~ Sweetwater Creek State Conservation Park, - Lithia Springs Moderate hike and exploration of flowering plants in the park in an area not often visited by the public; participants will need to bring plenty o f drinking water and a ack lunch. Preregister by eptember 9. Free. 404-94 -1700. ~ WILDERNESS SURVIVAL i 1 September 12, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. September 13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1 Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Park naturalists and experienced woodsmen will demon trate the basi of urvival in the outdoors, such as fire making, helter c nstruction, locating food and water, edible and medicin al plants. Free. 04-265- i1~ OVERNIGHT SURVIVAL ADVENTURE September 18, 9 a.m. - September 19, 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Put your wilderness surviva l skills to the test as you leave for an overnight tay in the wilderness. The weekend begins with map and compass to a designated area for ca mp, where you will build your helte , tay in them, and cook over an open fire . Free. Preregi ter by eptember 13. 404-265-8888. CIVIIlAN CONSERVATION CORPS REUNION September 18-20, 9 a.m. -10 p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Everyone is invited to enjoy activities, games and prizes at this 14th annual C.C.C. reunion. 04-663-4858. CHEROKEE INDIAN r 4 HOMECOMING FESTIVAL r Jill September 19, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun herokee Indian will rerum to their form r national capita l of New Echota to demonstrate trad itional dance , blowgun shooting, torytelling, cooking, music, language, and crafts such a ba kerw aving, woodcarving, pottery, and breaclmaking. Progra m Fee: 2 adults; $1 chi ldren. 404-629-8151. ~ SOUiliEASTERN INDIAN CELEBRATION September 19, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Indian Springs State Park, Indian Springs Experience the lifestyle of the Southeastern Indians through demonstrations and hands-on activities that w ill take you on a journey back in time. Free. 04-775-7241. FALADAY September 19, 1 - 4 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs The Scottish Terrier Association of Georgia joins the Little White House in payi ng tribute to FOR's beloved Scottie, Fala, with a very peCial clog show and exhibits. Admi ion Fee. 404-655-3511 STORYTELLING ON THE PLANTATION September 19, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette pend a day listening to some of middle Georgia's finest storyteller on this authentic plantation. Admission Fee. 912-986-5 172. ~, HAMBURG HARVEST FESTIVAL ,.......... September 19-20, 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Hamburg State Park, Mitchell ee artS and crafts from all over the Sou th. Country and gospel mu ic and clogging groups will perform. Sons of confederate veterans will present a program on life in the Con~ derate Army. Free. 912-552-2393. ~ NATIVE AMERICANS OF THE SOUiliEAST September 26, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Unicoi State.Park, Helen Exhibits, fi lms and Native American kills demonstrations will give visitors a glimpse of a past way of life. Free. 404-878-2201, ext. 282. ~ NATIVEAMERICANDAY September 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Enjoy a clay of activities highlighting the Native Americans with demonstrations, Indian dances and guided tours of the Rood Creek Indian Mounds. Free. 912-838-4706 or 244 . SOUiliEASTERN NATIVE INDIAN SKILLS DAY r 4 September 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. r Jill Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Skills such as ba ket-weaving, pottery-making, Indian weaponry con truction and use, food preparation, hut construction and flintknapping w ill be demonstrated throughout the day by loca l craftspeopl e. Admission Fee. 404-387-3747. MAP SYMBOLS Sute State Sute Pert< Sute Peru Historic Sites Pert< Lodges Golf eou ..... ~~~~ Symbol numbers on map correspond to parks and historic sites listed on Accommodations and Activities chart. I IMPORTANT NOTICE: Area codes for most of the North Georgia state parks and historic sites will change May 3, 1992. Sites with a 404 area code outside the Metropolitan Atlanta local calling area will change to area code 706. These sites are marl