Georgia state parks and historic sites: special events April - December 1993

GEORGIA STATE PARKS &. HISTORIC SITES
Special Events
April- December 1993

Georgia' 59 tate parks and historic sites are easy to get to and hard to forget! ites are conveniently located, no matter where you live or travel in Georgia. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the beautiful Colonial Coast, Georgia has some of the southeast' most scenic tate parks and reasonably priced overnight accommodations.

PARK OFFICE HOURS: 8 a.m.- s p .m. daily. Hours may
vary at orne parks.

PARK HOURS: 7 a.m.-10 p .m. daily, except for Panola
Mountain, Providence Canyon, Stephen C. Foster, and Tallulah Gorge, which have pecial easonal operating hours.
HISTORIC SITE HOURS: 9 a.m. -s p.m. Tue day
through aturday, 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday. Closed Mondays ( except legal holidays), Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Historic site hours vary at the Little White House and Dahlonega GoldMu eum.

PROGRAM FEES AND PREREGISTRATION
Most of the pecial events are free, although orne charge a nominal program or materials fee. There is a mall admission charge at historic ites; however, registered overnight guests at tate park lodges and cottage receive discounted or free admi sion. Preregistration is required for some of the events; this is indicated in the event listings.

GEORGIA PARKPASS: A 2.00 daily parking fee is
charged at all the state parks (except Tallulah Gorge), or vi itor may purchase an annual Georgia ParkPass for
25.00 ( di counts available for enior and disabled veteran ). A ParkPass mail order form is included in this brochure. Overnight park guests pay one 2.00 ParkPass fee for the duration of their tay. Organized school groups visiting parks in buses are exempt. ParkPass fee collected are used for repair and maintenance of the state parks and historic site .

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PLEASE NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure
the accuracy of the information in this brochure. However because unfore een circumstances could cause the date or location of an event to be changed, you should contact the park or historic site before making final travel plan to participate in an event. Fees, hour of operation, and availability offacilitie at the tate parks and historic sites are subject to change without notice.
! For More Information
For additional information on a specific special event or progran1, it is best to call the ho t park or historic site. 1f you would like general information or have questions about Georgia's state parks and historic sites, call the Public Information Office 8 a.m.- 4:30p.m. (E..T.) Monday-Friday.
(404) 656-3530
Georgia's State Parks and Historic Site are operated by the Parks, Recreation and Historic ite Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
DNR is an equal opportunity employer- naturally! For career information, call 40 4/656-2695.
lf anyone feel subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, or disability, they may file a complaint alleging di crimination with the Office for Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.
Contents

Program Highlights .......................... 2-3

Program Descriptions .... . .. . ... . .. . .... . .. . .. 4

Event Listings . . ...... . . . . . ..... . ... . . 5-l 1, 14-18

Location Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Facilities Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Great Georgia Getaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

New Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Overnight Accommodations . . ... . ....... . .... 20

Fishing & Boating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Outdoor & Environmental Resources . . . . . . . . . 22

Information Reque t Form . . . . . . . .

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Georgia ParkPas rder Form . . .

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Program

NATIONAL TRAilS DAY. Georgia's State
Parks and Historic Sites will be joining the American Hiking ociety and participants all over the .. on june 5th to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ational Trails y tern Act. Most of our parks will be hosting special guided hikes and trail clean-ups. Contact your favorite state park for information on activities planned.

BACKPACKING CLINIC A backpacking clinic has
been scheduled September 18th at Red Top Mountain State Park to help get hikers tarted in this outdoor sport. Experienced instructors will demonstrate and discuss different types of equipment, food menus, and other skills needed to start backpacking more easily. The clinic will begin at 10:30 Saturday morning and end at 5:00 that afternoon. All participants should bring a picnic lunch. There is a SlO/person fee for the clinic. Preregistration is required. For more information or registration, call 706/878-1590.

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ADVENTURES: Six overnight backpack- !

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parks. Each trip begins at 10:30 a.m. Saturday

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and ends at 3:00p.m. unday. Backpackers must o.t .u."'io>

provide their own equipment, food, and tran portation to

the park. Each trip i limited to a maximum of 18 participants

and a minimum of 7, with a minimum age of 8. Preregis-

tration is required and there i a 15.00/person trip fee.

Experienced taff guide participants safely along the trails,

interpreting the natural and cultural features. For more in-

formation or registration, call 706/878-1590.

Amicalola Falls tate Park

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Vogel State Park

October 9-10

Cloudland Canyon State Park October 16-1 7

Fort Mountain State Park

October 23-24

Black Rock Mountain tate Park October 23-24

nicoi State Park

ovember6-7

l COASTAL SEA KAYAKING
ADVENTURES: Georgia State Parks and

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day ea kayaking trip which will be launched '<t<o.t .u."'io>

from our coastal parks and hi toric sites. You do not have to

be an experienced paddler to enjoy these excursion . Each

trip is accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will

assi t with your equipment and lead you along coastal

water trail through tidal mar hes and around i land . Two-

person kayaks, life jackets, paddles, and a trip cooler with

ice are provided. Each trip is limited to 10 participants and

preregi tration is required. To register or get more informa-

tion, call Bob Lawhon at 912/927-2071.

JONES HAMMOCK TRIP June 19, 9 a.m. Fort Morris State Historic Site, Midway A long paddle ( 12 miles) from Fort
1orri to jones Hammock, locatt-d hetween t. Catherint>s Island and Oss:tbaw Island. S30.00 per person.
INTERCOASTAL EXPLORATION July 17, 9:30a.m. Crooked River State Park,
t. Mary's Day trip paddle from Crooked River to the Intercoastal Waterway, with a top at Cumberland Island.
30.00 per person.

KIDAWAY ISlAND CIRC MNAVIGATION September 12, 4 p.m . Skidaway Island tate Park Ashorter paddle (5 miles) exploring the coastal creeks around Skidaway Island.
l5.00 per person.
WASSAW ISlAND ROUND TRIP September 18, 9:30a.m.
kidaway Island State Park A long paddle ( 12 miles) from Skidaway Island to Wassaw Island and back. 530.00 per person.

G AROlAN OF THE OGEECHEE August 14, 9 a.m. Fort fcAlli ter Hi torlc Park, Richmond Hill Day trip paddle from Fort McAllister on Red Bird Creek to the back of Ossabaw Island and return with the incoming tide o n the Ogecchee Riwr.
30.00 per person.

HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE STATE PARKS:
Two of Georgia's largest tate parks have facilities which offer horseback riding enthu iasts a scenic park environment for their activities. F. D. Roosevelt tate Park near Pine Mountain provide hor e rentals (no privately owned horses permitted) and guides for all ride , which vary from one hour to overnights. Hard Labor Creek near Rutledge offer hor e stables, 13 miles of riding trail , and camping nearby for rider and their hor es (no horse rentals or guide are available). Call for more information :

F.D. Roosevelt tate Park Hard Labor reek State Park

706/628- 533 706/5 57-3001

CITYSLICKERS OVERNIGHT TRAIL RIDE: Ride the scenic trails of Pine

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hor e ride to the top of the mountain to camp '<t<o.t.i:i"'io>

Saturday night and return Sunday morning. Rider under

18 year of age must be accompanied by an adult. 60.00

program fee includes hor e and shelter; however, partici-

pants must upply their own food . Preregistration is required

two weeks before ride date. Rides are scheduled d1e second

aturday of each month from April through December. Call

706/628-4533 for more information or regi tration.

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fall wildflower programs are offered at the ~

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of these native plants in d1eir natural settings. ~

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Park naturalist and local wildflower experts '<t<o.t.~

present slide hows and lead guided hike . All programs are

free of charge and no preregistration is required , unless

indicated. For more information on the wildflower pro-

grams below, see the events listings in this brochure.

April 9-11

Stephen C. Foster State Park

April 10

Sweetwater Creek tate Park

Panola Mountain tate Park

April 17

Cloudland Canyon State Park

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nicoi tate Park

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weetwater Creek State Park

Vogel tate Park

May 1

Fort Mountain State Park

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Black Rock Mountain tate Park

eptember 18 Panola Mountain tate Park

October9

Providence Canyon State Park

JUNIOR RANGER PROGRAM: Have you ever seen
the world from an ant's point of view? Just what does a park ranger do? Do you know just when and where to plant a tree? If you are between the ages of8 and 14, you can discover all that and more by joining the junior Rangers. To become a member take a little bit of time, but the activities are lots of fun! You can become a Junior Ranger by participating in a special summer day camp at one state park or historic site or by visiting everal different sites. Call your nearest state park or historic site for more information on thi ummer' program.

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PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES: The

state parks and historic sites are staffed with ~

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Each site has special programs scheduled which are not

listed in this brochure. ature hikes, evening campfire

programs with varying topics, living history programs,

nature crafts, bird walks, and outdoor recreation skill such

as canoeing, hiking, and backpacking are conducted by

trained staff. Call your nearest state park or hi toric site for

more information on interpretive activities scheduled for

thi summer.

PUBLIC VIEWING NIGHTS

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ATHARD LABOR CREEK OBSERVATORY: The Hard Labor Creek

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Observatory will offer public viewing nights '<t<o.t .i:i"'io>

during the 1993 astronomical season. The observatory,

located at Hard Labor Creek State Park near Rutledge, is

operated by the Georgia State niversity Astronomy

Department. The public will hear guest lectures, tour d1e

ob ervatory, and view the heavens through the

observatory's 16-inch Kitt Peak telescope. Special programs

are scheduled August 11th on the Perseid meteor showers

and ovember 28th on the lunar eclipse. All evening

programs begin 45 minutes after sunset. For more infor-

mation, call Hard Labor Creek State Park at 706/ 557-3001.

Saturday, April 24 Friday, May 21 Saturday,)une 19 Saturday, July 24 VVednesday,August11

Saturday, August 21 Friday, September 17 Saturday, October 16 Sunday, ovember 28

t TOP TWENIY EVENTS: Each year we .~-t0~ t'TW'N 1)-'"'o~

designate the most outstanding program at

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Twenty:' These events provide special geta-

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of the programs offered or because of the unique natural or

cultural re ources featured at the site . Look through the

brochure and scope out these events, which are labeled

distinctly with a "TOP 20" logo.

!Program Descriptions

! ! ARTSAND CRAFJ'S The state parks will be hosting several arts and crafts festivals during the year. Hand crafted items featured will include baskets, quilts, toys, pottery, needlepoint, and wood carvings, most by Georgia craftspersons. Many of the festivals include crafts demonstrations and live music. Ifyou enjoy browsing or buying, look over the events with the basket symbol in this brochure.

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A variety of enjoyable activities are offered at state park festivals held throughout the year. Country

and gospel music, clogging, crafts and folk skill demonstra-

tions, hayrides, races, contests, and games are just some of

the fun. If you'd like to attend one of the festivals, they are

indicated by a balloon symbol in this brochure.

FISHING/BOATING
Some very fine fishing outings will be hosted at d1e state parks throughout early spring and summer. Many of the program are free fishing "rodeos'; intended to introduce children of all ages to the sport, and others are fuJJ-scale competitive tournaments with entry fees and prizes. Look for the fish symbol in this brochure and choose from the variety of fi hing activities scheduled this year.

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FOLK SKILLS
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of the blacksmith's hammer, hum of the spmnmg

wheel, or smeJJ of tea cakes baking in a wood stove. If you

enjoy watching or learning folk skills from earlier times,

look for programs in d1is brochure which have a spinning

wheel symbol.

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~ HOliDAYPROGRAMS Enjoy this year's holiday weekend by participating in special programs during

the Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and

Chri tmas holidays. Many of the state parks and historic

sites have authentic period decorations, music, costumed

interpreters, and storyte!Jing reminiscent of days gone by.

Watch for the flag or holly berry symbol in this brochure.

UVING HISTORY

Georgia military history and other scenes from

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bygone days abound at many of our historic sites.

On special occasions, history is recreated us~g int~rp~e~ers in military uniform and period costumes. To 1dentil1:' hv1~g

history demonstration , locate the cannon symbol m this

brochure.

MUSIC AND DANCE
Throughout the year, the state parks offer a number of music and dance programs which reflect southern heritage and traditions. Plan to attend the Hamburg Harvest Festival, September 18-19 at Hamburg State Park, or other programs in this brochure identified with a guitar symbol.

~ NATIVE AMERICANACTIVITIES Throughout 1993, the state parks and historic sites will present cultural programs about Georgia's Native Americans. Multi-media presentations, lectures, gatherings, and demonstrations are identified with a feather ymbol.

NONGAME/WILDliFE
There is a variety of activities planned which ~ enable visitors to understand and appreciate Georgia's nongame wildlife. Become acquainted with alligators at Florence Marina State Park April 17 or find out what Buzzard Day is all about at Reed Bingham State Park December 5. Look for the eagle symbol to discover other nongame/wildlife progran1s on bluebirds, snakes, and how wildlife adapts to changing seasons.

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Those who enjoy outdoor adventur~s su~h as ~ik-

~ ing, camping, sea kayaking or canoemg will enJOY

events such as the Coastal Sea Kayaking in the summer or

the Backcountry Weekend Adventures in the fall. Watch for

the hiker symbol in the events listings and look over the

special insets on outdoor activities at the beginning of the

brochure.

~ J PlANTS IN NATURE ~ The state parks have scheduled several programs _ ..... for nature and plant lovers this year. Nature hikes, talks and demonstrations on kudzu and poisonous plants, hikes to view flowering plants, and programs on the changing seasons are labeled with a leaf symbol in this brochure.

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100 YEARS OF JARRELL April1-3, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

FAMILY

CLOTHING

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Exhibit ofJarrell family clothing worn during 100 years on

this 19th century plantation. Admission fee. 912/986-5172.

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SHEEP TO SHAWL April3, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m.

__ ... Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette

Experience the production of a wool garment, from the

shearing of the sheep with old-time hand shears to spinning,

dyeing, and weaving the cloth, just as it would have been

done on a middle Georgia plantation of the 1800s.

Admission fee. 912/986-5172.

~ J NATURE WALK ~ April 3, 3:30p.m. _ ..... Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Naturalist Wanda Lawson will lead a nature walk interpreting wildflowers, wild edibles, and other natural features of the site. Admission fee. 404/ 387-3747.

ARfS & CRAFfS FESTIVAL April 3-4, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Little Ocmulgee State Park, McRae Arts and crafts, music, food , and fun, featuring a C.C.C. reunion on Saturday. Free. 912/868-7474.
~ J Wll.DFLOWER WEEKEND ~ April 9, 8 p.m. - Aprilll, 10 a.m. _ ..... Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo A weekend learning about the 300 varieties of wildflowers which bloom in the Okefenokee Swamp. Entrance fee. 912/63 7-5274.

~ .. J SPRING Wll.DFLOWER WALK -111 April 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
_ a.11 Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs An extended walk searching for wildflowers in some of the most remote and beautiful areas of this conservation park. Free. Preregistration required by April 7. 404/944-1700.
~.. J SPRING Wll.DFLOWER DAY -111 April10, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
_ a.ll Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge A wildflower hike will be led by a local botanist at this conservation park. Free. 404/389-7801.

SPRING ECOLOGY FORUM
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Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Educational program on spring seasonal changes in nature including: Insect Fair for children (prizes for best collections); Project Wild and Project Learning Tree workshops for teachers on wildflowers, forestry, streams, and birds. Program fee for workshops; preregister by March 10. 706/265-8888.

FDR COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY April12, 2-3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs A tribute to Franklin D. Roosevelt on the 48th anniversary of his death at Warm Springs. Free. 706/655-3511.

GEORGIA'S Wll.DLIFE: A TIME FOR CHANGE April16-17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien This program will educate participants about Georgia's wildlife, the hardships facing some of its wildlife species, and what we can do to help preserve them. Admission fee. 912/4 37-4770.

Wll.DFLOWER EXPLORATION

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Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn

Wildflower guide Larry Williams will lead a hike down to

the canyon floor and present a slide program in the evening.

Free. 706/657-4050.

ALL ABOUT ALLIGATORS April17, 10 a .m.-4 p.m. ~ Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Lectures about these fascinating creature , with pontoon boat rides to their habitats on Lake Walter F. George, during this fun-filled day dedicated to alligators. Free. 912/838-4706.
rfll SUNBURY: A TOWN AND ITS PEOPLE
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__ ... Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway
Re-enactors in period clothing demonstrate the crafts and skills of the once thriving 18th century town of unbury, including pinning and weaving, woodworking, blacksmithing, musketry, and the colonial mini try. Admission fee. 912/884-5999.

A.H. STEPHENS HOMECOMING

April18, 3-5 p.m.

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A.H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordville

Living hi tory program of Congressman A.H. Stephens'

return to Liberty Hall, his Crawfordville, Georgia,

re idence. Admi ion fee. 706/456-2602.

rfll. :.. WILDFLOWERS AROUND UNICOI J April 23, 8 p.m. slide program; April 24, 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. walks Unicoi State Park, Helen
Organized wildflower walks, slide program , and lectures will help both novice and experienced wildflower enthusiasts appreciate the colorful and fascinating world of mountain wildflowers. Free. 706/878-2201, ext. 282.
~.. J MOUNTAINS OF SPRING WILDFLOWERS -'1 April 24, 2 p.m. walk, 8 p.m. slide program
- . _ . Vogel State Park, Blairsville Join u on a leisurely wildflower walk through this beautiful mountain park and for a slide presentation in the evening. Free. 706/745-2628.
~ .. J SPRING WILDFLOWER WALK -'1 April 24, noon-2 p.m.
- . _ . Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs An easy guided walk searching for spring wildflower in thi con ervation park. Free. 404/94 -1700.

ENVIRONMENTAL DAY April 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn about Georgia's environment, including snake , geology, mammal , and recycling at this Earth Day commemorative progran1. Program fee. Preregister between March 15 and April 15. 404/389-7801.

SPRING BASS TOURNAMENT April 24, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Grab your lucky fishing cap and come join the fun on beautiful Lake Walter F. George. Free. 912/838-4706.

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PUBLIC SAFETY MEMORIAL BASS TOURNAMENT

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High Falls State Park, Jackson

Fishing fan are encouraged to come out and catch the big

one on one of Georgia's premiere bass lakes. Program fee:

contributed to Georgia's Public Safety Memorial Fund.

Preregistration required. 912/994-5080.

rFJj RIVERCANE RENDEZVOUS EARTHSKILLS WORKSHOP April27-May 2, noon-sundown Unicoi State Park, Helen Learn primitive kill and philosophies: hide tanning, wild edible and medicinal plants, basketry, cordage, fire by friction, blow guns and more. Program fee. Preregi ter by AprillS. 706/878-2201, ext. 282.

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SPRING FISHING TOURNAMENT May 8 , 8 a .m.-4 p .m. Hamburg State Park, Mitchell Fi hers and non-fishers are invited to enjoy a day at the park, with fishing demonstrations and a fishing contest for different ages and fish . Free. Preregistration requested by May l. 912/ 552-2393.

TROUT FISHING WEEKEND

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tactics and stream reading. Free.

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REVOLUTIONARY RENDEZVOUS May 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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I'LL FLY AWAY May 1, 9:30a.m. and 2 p.m. .. Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Join John Swider ki, a local bird-watching expert, on an early morning bird walk at 9:30 a.m. The video, "Birds of the Backyard;' will be shown at 12:30 p.m.; and at 2:30p.m., Ryder, the red-tailed hawk, will be the featured guest in a program on birds of prey. Preregister for the bird walk by April 25th. Admission fee. 40 / 387-3747.

JUNIOR FISHING RODEO May 1, 7:30 a.m.-noon Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City Children age 15 and under are invited to te t their fi hing kills during thi fun-filled morning of activities. Free. 7061746-21 41.
rfll r.,!t'l WOODWORKERS WHimE-IN May 8, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. - - ... Unicoi State Park, Helen Visiting woodworkers will exhibit and demonstrate a variety of woodworking skills, including carving, turning, and old-time "whitt! in'." Free. 706 878-2201, ext. 282.

.....-:J FLINTLOCK MUSKET AND RIFLE COMPETITION ~12J May 15, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

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Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway

Re-enactors demonstrate colonial flintlock firearms,

including muskets and rifles, in a kills competition.

Admission fee. 912/884-5999.

~ REPTILE WEEKEND May 21, 8-9:30 p.m.; May 22, 1-3 p.m.;
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.. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo An interpretive weekend highlighting the reptilian inhabitant of the Okefenokee wamp. Entrance fee . 912/637-5274.
~... J MOUNTAINS OF SPRING WILDFLOWERS ._ May 22 , 2 p .m. walk, 8:30p.m. slide show - ~ Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City Join noted naturalist and botanist Marie Mellinger for a leisurely wildflower walk through this beautiful mountaintop park. Free. 706!746-2141.

HOMEFOLKS}UBILEE May 22, 6-10 p.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder Family music event, with a balanced program for all ages. Program fee: 5 adults, $2 children 6-12. 404/ 67-3'!89.

MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION ~ May 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. .....- Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill
Uniformed troops will fire alute during the day in honor of our country's war dead and pecial presentations will be given on the impact of the Civil War on avannah and tho e who fought in it. Admission fee. 91 21727-2339.

JUNIOR-SENIOR CATFISH RODEO May 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Bring your favorite pole, your favorite kid, and a picnic lunch to enjoy this fishing rodeo for juniors I 5 or younger and seniors 65 or older. Seniors should have a state honorary fishing license (no license required for juniors). Free. 706/245-6270.

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This living history event commemorating the ~.o, . ,.,.,.

anniversary of the Battle of Pickett's Mill, depicts Civil War

soldier life in Georgia through camp-life scene and military

drill and maneuvers. Program fee. 404/443-7850.

THE WAR OFJENKINS EAR

May 29, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; May 30, 2-5 p.m.

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A military living history program commemorating the first

official war fought by Georgians along the coastal area over

250 years ago. Admission fee. 912/353-3023.

! ! MOUNTAIN CRAFTS AT AMICALOLA FALLS May 29-31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Exhibition of handcrafts and fine arts inspired by the Appalachian culture, including folk and contemporary designs. Bluegrass, Appalachian, and country music entertainment throughout the weekend. Free. 706/265-8888.

TRIATHLON June 5, 8-11 a.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder An outdoor sporting event that will include a .25-mile swim, 12-mile bicycle race, and a 3.1-mile run. Program fee. Preregistration. 404/867-3489.
FISHING TOURNAMENT AND BOAT SHOW June 5, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park, Cartersville Fishing tournament and boat/motor display on Lake Allatoona with prizes for largest and most fish caught. Free. 404/975-0055.
FISHING RODEO FOR KIDS June 5, 9 a.m.-noon james H. Floyd State Park, Summerville Kids up to age 14 are invited to try their luck in this fun fishing tournament. Prizes awarded. Free. 706/857-5211.
~ INDIAN COOKIN' june 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds, Cartersville Learn outheastern Indian techniques for cooking, preparing and preserving food and beverages through demonstration and samples. Admission fee. 404/387-3747.
~ MOUNDS BUD..DERS DAY june 12, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Highlights the six major mound sites in Georgia with representatives from each site showing slides, artifacts and literature, and a guided tour of nearby Rood Creek Mounds at 4 p.m. Free. 9121838-4706.
FISH DAY FOR KIDS june 12, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer Grab your favorite kid and join us on the opening day of catfishing in the park' stocked pond. Free. 706/783-5349.
i1~ SOUrn FORK RIVER CANOE TRIP June 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer Pack a lunch and join us for a one-day scenic trip down the South Fork River. Program fee of 15.00 includes canoe. Preregistration required. 706/783-5349.

SUMMERECOLOGYFORUM
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Seasonal educational program including: Astronomy Fair

with telescope/binocular exhibits and construction

workshops; Project Wild and Project Learning Tree

workshops for teachers on streams, birding, animals, and

fore ts; and a wildlife rehabilitation workshop. Program fee

for workshops; preregister by May 19. 706/265-8888.

.....-:J THE SIGNING OF THE DECLARATION: THE ROAD TO INDEPENDENCE ~~ june26, 1-4 p.m.

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Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway

Re-enactment of the issue confronting those who signed

the Declaration of Independence commemorates the

anniversary of the famous document. Admission fee.

912/884-5999.

BIRDS OF PREY June 26, 3-5 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn more about these fascinating birds and their plight in Georgia. Program includes a slide show, lecture, and live birds. Free. 404/389-7801.

INDEPENDENCEDAYFOLKLIFE CELEBRATION , July 3, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. jarrell Plantation Historic Site, juliette Celebrate Independence Day by remembering life in America's past, including folk skills demonstrations, a reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon, foUowed by old-time races and contests. Admis ion fee. 912/986-5172.
GEORGIA'S COASTAL RANGERS July 3, 10 a.m.-5 p .m .
fill' Fort King George Historic Site, Darien
An authentic encampment of Coastal Rangers celebrating America's independence. The Coastal Rangers were rugged fighting men who ranged the Georgia colonial coast, practicing survival and tactical skills they learned from the Native Americans. Admission fee . 912/4 37-4770.
W ~ MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES
i 1 july 3, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; ~ July 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ' Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Learn about outdoor recreation resources in the northeast Georgia mountains: demonstrations and exhibits on canoeing, mountain biking, and hiking techniques, equipment, and sites. Program fee for trips. Preregistration for trips required by June 3. 706/265-8888.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
fill' Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill
Celebrate Independence Day with live music, arts and crafts, games, and a barbecue dinner. Admission fee. 912/727-2339.

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surrounding d1e destruction and deportation of the 1800's

Village of New Manchester during the Civil War's Battle of

Adanta in 1864. Program includes an authentic reproduction

of a Union soldiers' camp and costumed mill workers. Free.

404/944-1 700.

BAPTISM BY FIRE

July 31, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Living history commemoration of the first major naval attack

on Fort McAllister, wim Confederate soldiers giving tours of

the fort and a showing of me award winning film , "Fort

McAlli ter: Guardian of the Ogeechee:' Admission ~ee.

912n27-2339.

APPALACHIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL July9-11 Unicoi State Park, Helen Concerts, instrument displays, workshop and dancing featuring traditional irish, folk, bluegrass, and old-time mountain music. Fee for evening concerts (8 p.m. Friday and Saturday). 706/878-2201 , ext. 283.

TRIATHLON July 10, 8-11 a.m. John Tanner State Park, Carrollton An outdoor sporting event that will include a .25-mile swim, a 13-mile bicycle race, and a 3.4-mile run. Program fee. Preregister required by July 4. 706/830-2222.

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Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer

Pack a lunch and join us for a one-day cenic trip down the

Soum Fork River. Program fee of Sl5.00 includes canoe.

Preregistration required. 706/783-5349.

l1f's lr-~ MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAY August 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. - - ... Unicoi State Park, Helen Demonstrations of old-time skills- spinning, weaving, woodworking, basketry, and blacksmithing- will give visitor a glirnp e of a past way oflife. Free. 706/878-2201 , ext. 282.

FASCINATING WILDLIFE July 10,3-5 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn from wildlife rehabilitators what they do to help injured animals and meet some of these fascinating live creatures close up. Free. 404/389-7801.
~ VANN HOUSE DAY July 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Vann House Historic Site, Spring Place Living history demonstrations and displays commemorate the 1804 construction of me historic Cherokee mansion of Chiefjames Vann. Admission fee. 706/695-2598.

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Hear experts di cu sing d1e origins of the prehistoric

"mystery" wall on Fort Mountain, black bear , gold panning,

Indian artifacts and mountain folk music in this award-

winning program. Free. 706/695-2621.

~.. J WILD EDffiLES -'1 August 7, 3-5 p.m.
-..... Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn about the different type of local edible plants with samples on hand for you to try. Free. 404/389-7801.

SNAKES ALIVE WEEKEND
July 24-25, 3-5 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn all about snakes close-up and have me opportunity to handle some of tho e used in the demonstrations. Free. 404/389-780 I.

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vine in ways barely imagined! Exhibit , demonstrations,

entertainment. Free. 912/838-6202.

EVENING OF ASTRONOMY August 14, 9-11 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha An evening of stargazing wid1 Georgia State University Observatory professional astronomer, who will illuminate the mystical heavenly bodies as d1ey are viewed through a telescope. Free. 9121838-4706.

PERSEID METEOR SHOWER OBSERVANCE August 14, 1-4 a.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge That's right, at one o 'clock in the morning, you and a select group of participants can gamer for a vigil atop Panola Mountain to observe the spectacular Perseid meteor shower. Telescopes will be available, ald1ough d1e naked eye hould suffice. Free. Preregistration required after July 15d1. 404/389-7801.

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living hi tory demonstrations of spinning, weaving,

blacksmid1ing, quilting, fireside cookery, basketry,

furniture making, pottery, candlemaking, and log cabin

building. Fireside Appalachian music entertainment and

campfire torytelling are included in the schedule of

programs. Free. 706/265-8888.

I REMEMBER F.D.R. August 21, 1-4 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Contemporaries of Franklin D. Roo evelt share d1eir memories of F.D.R. as a good neighbor, fellow patient, friend, and President. Admission fee. 706/655-3511.
~ NATIVE AMERICANS OF THE GEORGIA COAST September 3-4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Native Southeastern Indians will et up camp and provide demonstration which interpret their culture to visitors. Admission fee. 912/437-4770.
LABOR DAY GOSPEL SING _........ September 4, 6:30-9:30 p.m. ....... Hart State Park, Hartwell Seven music groups will perform all-time gospel favorites as well as a repertoire of newer Southern gospel songs in the outdoor theater. Free. 7061376-8756.
TOOLS AND SKILLS THAT BUILT A COLONY September 4, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; September 5, 2-5 p.m.; September 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah The tools and skills that built the homes and forts in colonial Georgia will be di played and demonstrated. Admission fee. 9 1 2/ 3 5 3-3 0 2 3 .

State Parks and Historic Sites

MAP SYMBOLS

State

State Part<s

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ACCOMMODATIONS

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Georgia's state parks and historic sites, as well as overnight accommodations and recreational activities.

The chart is numerically keyed to the parks and historic sites location map. Information on the five

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High Fatlt Pari!
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P.O. Bo~~; 235. Cnlwf~. 30631 , (706) 456-2602 Star Route, Box 215. Dawsonville, 30534, (106) 26S-8888
P.O. Drawer A. Mountain City, 30562, (706) 7462141 Route 4, Box 232, Elbefton, 30635, (706) 213-2046 Route 2. Bo~~; 150, Rising Fawn, 30738, (706) 657-4050 3092 Spur 40, Sl Mary's, 31558, (912) 882-5256 Rout. 4, Bolt293,l..incok'llon. 30817, (706)35&-3458 2970GL Hwy. 190, PWle Mol.wltan, 31822. (106) 663..a858 Route 1, Boa36, Omaha. 31821, (912) 838-6870 Route 2. Box 394~A. Ftichmond Hil. 31324, (9121727-2339 Route 7, Box 7008, Chatsworth, 30705, ~ 695-2621 P.O. Boa 764, Wnder, 30680, {404)867--3489
(.of) 867-5313 Route 2. Box 83, Nicholl$,31554, (912)3&4-7082 P.O. Boa 57, TYM City, 30471 , (912) 7632759 Route1 , Box 201 , Ft. Gaines, 31751 , (912) 768-2571
2459-A U.S. Hwy. 280 W., Cot-dM. 31015, (912) 276-2371 P.O. Box 1047, Retds'tile, 30453, (912) 557-&444 Routet , Bo 233, Mrtchell, 30820, (912) 552-2393 P.O. Box 247, RuUedge, 30663, (706) 557.J001 1515 H.-1 Parte Rd., Hartwel, 30643, (706) 376-3756 Route 5, Boa 202-A. Jacbon, 30233, (912)994-5080 Route1 , Box 439, F1ovilti.. 3021&, f404) ns-7241 Roote1 , Boa 291 , Summervile, 30747, (706) 8575211 354 Tannet's Beach Ad., Ganollton. 30117. (404) 830-2222 Route 1. Box 114, Blakety, 31723, (912) 723-5296 5653l.a1Jra Wallult Rd., Wayaou, 31503, (912) 287-4900 P.O. 8o149, McRae, 31055, (11112) 868-7474
AcMe 5, Box488, Millen, 30442, (912) 982-1660 Route 1, Box 335, AppiWlg, 30802, (706) ~1-0321 Route 1, Boa 1834, C&artles'lilkl, 30523, (706) 947-3194
2600 " - 155, s.w.. S1oc-. 30281 .(4041389-7801
Route 1, Bolt 158, ~. 31815, (912) 838-6202 653 Red Top Moootain Rd. S.E., Cart~. 30120, {404) 97s-<1055

2 mt N. of 120 in CnwfordvJie 16 mi. N.W. of Oawsot'Mie vta Ga. 183 & 52
3 mi. N. of C&aY1on vi8 U.S. 441
21 mt S.E. of Ehrton orr Ga. 12 25m&. N.W. of latavetfe off Ga. 136 7 mi. N of St Mary's on Ga. Spur 40
7mi. E.ofLI'IcolntonotfU.S. 318 5 mi. S.E. o1 Pine Mtn. on Ga. 190 18 "" W. of Lumpttin at end of Ga. 3t C
10~n~ . E. of 195 and U.S. 17 on 5txK 144 7 mi. E. of ChitSWOI'th w. Ga. 52
1 mi.S. ofWII'IderonGa.81
6"'. E.ofllouglasooHwy. 32 -4 mi. S.E.ofTwinCitvoffGa. Hwv. 23 4 mj, N. of For1 GaarW1 oft' Hwy. 39
9 mi. W. of Con:We VII U.S. 2 Co1y"""' o f - ott U.S. 280 16 mi. N.E. ol Sander.svtlleon Hamburg Rd. 2 m1. N. of Rutledoe off U.S. 278 3 mi. N. of Hartwel off U.S. 29 10 ml N. of Fcnvth oft 175exit 165 5 mi. S. of Jackson on Hwy. 42 3m~ . S.E. of &mrnerville off U.S. 27 6mi. W. otCarrolttononG& 16 6n;. N. of9lakelvoHHwy. 21 10m1. S.E.o1WayaossonGa.1n 2mt. N. ofMcRaeoftHwy.441
5 mi. N. of Mllen on U.S. 25 12 mi. N. of 1-20 1t exit 160 20 mi. N. of Clltkesville on Ga. 197 18 mi. S.E. of Altantaoo Ge. Hwy 155 7 n-.. W ofWnp~nonGa.39C 1-112 mi. E.of175elit 1123

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Route 1, Bolt 1767, Roytton, 30662, (706) 24~270
.... . Route 1, Box 1230, B&ain.v\le, 30512. (706} 745-2628
Route 2 Box 190 Comer 30629 06 783-S349 ;
Pubic .......... 20<2. ~ 30633. ~06) 864-2257
8131ndian Mc:ulds Rd., s.w.. Cartemille. 30120, (404) 387-3747
P.O. Boa 711, Dar.n,31306 (912)437-4nG Route1 . Bo 236, Midway, 31320, (912) 884-5999 Route 10. Bo 83, an..w.ck. 31520, (912) 264-9263 Route2, Box. 220, Juliette, 31048, (912)986-5172 626 N. Dawson St. , ~. 31792, (912) 22S..OOC Rt. 1, Box 10, Warm Spmgs. 31830, (7061855-3511 1211 cnm~ liW)t._ N.E., Cd'll:ul, 30701 , (706}629-8151 2640 ML Tabor Rd., Dallas. 30132, 404 443-78.50 P.O. Bo 605, WasNng!oo, 30673. (706) 878-2226 Route 3, Box 516, Toecoa, 30517, (7061886-2256 Route 7. Bot 7655, Chatsworth, 30705. (106) 695-2598 7601SIOdawayRd. '"'"""" 31406, ~12)353-3023

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n 10 ml N. of Elbenon on Ga. on Rucbrmlle Rd. s. 16 nv. of OonllsofMie via Ga. 39
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Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville

Quilters from all over the Southeast will display this

Appalachian art form and sell their creations. Workshop

will demonstrate techniques, including an exhibit on the

use of natural dyes. Appalachian music entertainment will

be scheduled fireside in the lodge. Preregistration and

program fee required for workshops. 706/265-8888.

LABOR DAY FOLKI..IFE CELEBRATION _........ September 6, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. ....,... Jarrell Plantation Historic Site,Juliette Celebrate Labor Day with demonstrations of historical folk skills such as steam engine operation, weaving, blacksmithing, wood tove cooking, and others on this authentically pre erved middle Georgia plantation. Admission fee. 912/986-5172.
l'ts lr-~ EIGHTEENTH CENTURY TRADES September 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. - - ... Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway Step back in time as craftspeople in period clothing demonstrate the trade skills and crafts that helped build this nation in the 18th century: blacksmithing, woodworking, spinning and weaving. Admission fee. 912/884-5999.

~ NATIVE AMERICAN DAY September 11,10 a.m.-4 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Day-long encampment by Native American demonstrating period structures, tools, clothing, and weapon , highlighted by a guided tour of the nearby Rood Creek Mounds at 4 p.m. Program fee. 912/838-4706.

~ ~ FALL WILDFLOWER DAY
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--... Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Emory University botanist Dr. Eloise Carter will lead an informative fall wildflower hike on the trail to the mountain. Free. 4041389-7801.

OLD TIMER'S DAY September 18, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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the fiddle, banjo, mountain dulcimer, hammer dulcimer,

guitar, ongs and stores of the north Georgia mountain .

Program fee. 7061745-2628.

STORYTELLING ON THE PLANTATION September 18, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site,Juliette A day of entertainment for all ages performed by some of middle Georgia' finest storytellers on this authentically preserved plantation. Admi sion fee. 912/986-5172.

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FALADAY September 19, 1-4 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs The Greater Atlanta Scottish Terrier Association joins the little White House in honoring Franklin D. Roosevelt's beloved Scottie, Fala, with a very special dog show and Scottish dancing by the Order of Tartans. Admission fee. 706i655-3511.

~ SOUTHEASTERN INDIAN CELEBRATION September 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Indian Springs State Park, Indian Springs Demonstrations and hands-on activities which will transport visitors back in time to experience the lifestyle and culture of the southeastern Native Americans. Free. 4041775-7241.

BAFFLING BATS September 25,7:30-9 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge A lecture presentation that includes live specimens of bats will di pel the myths and legends surrounding these my terious and misunderstood creatures of the night. Free. 404/389-7801.

FALL ECOLOGY FORUM AND WILDLIFE FAIR September 25, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; September 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Educational program on fall easonal changes in nature, including a wildlife rehabilitation mini-workshop; Project Wild and Project Learning Tree workshops for teachers on
.1-r forestry, streams, and astronomy; and mini-workshops in wildlife photography and sculpture. Program fee for wodc;hop ; pmegi te by Augu" 25. 706/2658888

AUTUMN LEAVES ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 25-26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. John Tanner State Park, Carrollton Program howcases handmade crafts from across the state, plus Jive entertainment. Free. 706/830-2222.
~ NATIVE AMERICANS SKILLS DAY October 2,10 a.m.-3 p.m. Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Skills such as basket weaving, pottery making, weaponry construction and use, and flintknapping will be demonstrated throughout the day by local craftspeople. Admission fee. 404/387-3747.
~ ~ FALL WILDFLOWER DAY -'1 October 9, 2-5 p.m.
- ~ Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin Bring a picnic lunch and your walking shoes for this guided wildflower walk and slide presentation. Free. 912/838-6202.
l'fl lr-~ INDIGO: A COLONIAL EXPORT October 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. - - ... Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway Learn about indigo, one of the major colonial exports. See the indigo plant growing and learn how it is grown, cultivated, and u ed to make the rich blue dye used for clothing in Colonial Georgia. Visitors can bring a white handkerchief to be dyed. Admission fee . 912/884-5999.

!1 HERITAGE DAY ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL October 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Kolomoki Mounds Historic Park, Blakely A bounty of handmade arts and crafts, band concerts, cake walk and other old-fashioned games. Free. 912/723-5297.

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Join frontier ettlers and ative Americans for a Jiving

history trade day, with demonstrations, exhibits, campfire

storytelling, and fireside entertainment in the lodge. Free.

706/265-8888.

!1 FffiER CREATIONS FROM THE MOUNTAINS October 9-10, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Unicoi State Park, Helen Annual exhibit and demonstrations of area fiber artsincluding handspinning, weaving, knitting, quilting, and basketry. Presented by the Yonah Mountain Fiber Arts Guild. Free. 706/878-2201 , ext. 283.

OLD MILL POND ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL October 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; October 10, 1-6 p.m. George L. Smith State Park, Twin City Two fun-filled days of crafters and Jive entertainment around a beautiful cypress pond setting! Free. 912/763-2759.

~ FALLING LEAVES EARTHSKILLS RENDEZVOUS October 13, sunrise-October 17, noon Unicoi State Park, Helen Rendezvous of earthskills practitioners sharing their primitive skills and philosophies: hide tanning, wild edible and medicinal plants, basketry, cordage, fire by friction , weaponry, and more. Program fee. Preregistration required by October 1. 706/878-2201 , ext. 282.

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GAMES PEOPLE PLAYED October 16, 1-3 p.m.

Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville

Traditional games of chance, skill, and amusement played

by the Southeastern Indian culture will be demonstrated.

Admission fee. 404/387-3747.

il~ SOUTH FORK RIVER CANOE TRIP October 16, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer Pack a lunch and join us for a one-day scenic trip down the South Fork River. Program fee of 15.00 includes canoe. Preregistration required. 706/783-5349.
HOOTENANNY ON RED TOP October 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park, Cartersville Come join the fun as dancers and musicians entertain with a variety of blue grass, go pel, clogging, and quare dancing. Free. 404/975-0055.
HALLOWEEN FOREST WALK October 30, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Children and their parents are invited to take a moonlit walk through the forest to learn that it is not as spooky a place as Halloween would make it. Free. Preregistration required after October 1. 404/389-7801.

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November 5-6; 7, 8 & 9 p.m.

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Carry a candle lantern through the darkness as you follow a

courier in search of his commanding officer and hear first-

hand accounts of this uncommon night attack during the

Civil War Battle of Pickett's Mill. Program fee .

Preregistration required by October 30.404/44 3-7850

~ ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY November 6, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville A professional archaeologist will be on hand to identify, date, and explain the significance of artifacts brought in by visitor . Site admission fee. 404/387-3747.

SUNBURY AND THE CIVIL WAR

November 6, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Re-enactors in Civil War clothing will give musket and

artillery demonstrations, re-enact a skirmish between

Union and Confederate forces, and give accounts of soldier

camp life when Confederate forces occupied the fort in

1861. Admis ion fee. 912/884-5999.

HOT RODS AT HART CAR SHOW November 7, 1-5 p.m. Hart State Park, Hartwell Enjoy the beauty of vehicles from the past during this trophied show of antique, classic, and custom cars. Program fee. 706/376-8756.

SQUARE DANCE WEEKEND November 12-13, 7:30-10 p.m. Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen Enjoy a weekend of old-fashioned square dancing held in a casual, natural environment. Square dances each night, with lessons 2-4 p .m. Saturday. Free. 912/982-1660.

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power struggled to control the coast of Georgia. British

Independents, Georgia Rangers Scottish Highlanders,

Spanish Garrison oldiers, and loyal Indians will bring

history to life with an encampment, demonstrations, and

tours. Admis ion fee. 912/437-4770.

FALL GEOLOGY DAY November 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge A local geologi twill present a unique lecture, slide show, and hike educating visitors on Panola's geological features. Free. For individuals only- organized groups should call to preregi ter for Scout Geology Day scheduled November 6. 404/389-7801.

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Sip some cane juice fresh squeezed by a steam engine

driven press, watch the open syrup kettle boiling, and taste

some goodies fresh off the woodstove during this

celebration of an annual fall farm event. Admi sion fee .

912/986-5172.

MAN IN THE SWAMP November 19-20,8-9 p.m.; November 21,8:30-9:30 a.m. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo A journey through time tracing the history of man's influence on the swamp, from the early Native American inhabitants and sawmillers to its present status as a wildlife refuge. Entrance fee. 9121637-5274.

FOOTHILLS DULCIMER FESTIVAL November 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Appalachian music comes alive in the foothills of the Blue Ridge with musicians playing and teaching the hammered and mountain lap dulcimers. Program fee. Workshop preregistration required. 706/265-8888.

A WARM SPRINGS THANKSGIVING November 20, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs A glance back at the Little White House as it would have been when Franklin D. Roosevelt spent the Thanksgiving holidays with fellow polio patients here at his South Georgia home. Admission fee. 706/655-3511.

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE GALA December 2-3, 5-9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Make this open house gala a holiday tradition for you and your family. Candle luminaries will light your way up the mountain to the lodge where you can enjoy Santa, carolers, and a Christmas buffet in the lodge restaurant. Otl1er activities include a Santa's workshop with crafts demonstrations, horse and buggy rides, and hayrides to a bonfire for hot cider and storytelling. Free. 706/265-8888.

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December 4, 3-5 p.m.

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Explore parts and pieces of nature, such as feathers, fur ,

bones, and leaves under a micro cope or hand lens in the

ature Center's Discovery Room. Free. 404/389-7801.

AN OLD FASHIONED PLANTATION CHRISTMAS December 4, 7-9 p.m. Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site, Brunswick Enjoy a candlelight tour ofthe antebellum plantation house decorated with old-fashioned greenery and handmade ornaments, plu Christmas mu ic, a children's pinata swing, and refreshments. Program fee. 912/264-9263.

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the Buzzard's winter arrival at Reed Bingham. Free.

912/896-3551.

CHRISTMAS AT THE FALLS December 10, 7-9 p.m. High Falls State Park, jackson Bring your blanket and lawn chair to enjoy this Chri tmas music celebration in a outdoor setting, with special lighting, seasonal refreshments, and choral groups performing next to the historic shoals/dam area. Free. 912/994-5080.

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOURS December 10-11, 6-8 p.m. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site,Juliette Enjoy an evening candlelit troll through the Jarrell family's plain- tyle plantation home decorated with natural holiday greenery and homemade ornaments. Hear torie of Christmases past and outdoor entertainment while sipping hot spiced cider. Admis ion fee. Call to confirm in case of inclement weather. Groups should preregi ter. 912/986-5172.
'TIS THE SEASON CELEBRATION December 11, 8-9:30 p.m. Unicoi State Park, Helen The Yuletide season will be celebrated with festive ongs, stories, and carols from the Appalachian and Briti h I Ies, performed by professional musician . Free. 706/878-2201, ext. 283.
CANDLELIT CHRISTMAS ON THE LAWN December 11, 6:30-8 p.m. Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer Bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy thi outdoor program on the lawn near the hi toric covered bridge featuring a variety of holiday music from soloist , trio , quartets and small choruses. Free. 706n83-5349.
CHRISTMAS IN GEORGIA December 11,7-9 p.m. John Tanner State Park, Carrollton Come to enjoy hay rides, live holiday music, hot chocolate, hot mulled cider, cookies and other holiday treats. anta will make an appearance to thrill children of all age . Free. 706/830-2222.
WINTER WILDLIFE EXPLORATION December 11, 2-3:30 p.m. ...~ Etowah Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville With the Etowah River complementing its wildlife habitat, Etowah Mounds is ho t to a variety ofwinter wildlife, which will be interpreted during this program focu ing on the animals' winter survival activities. Admis ion fee. 404/387-3747.

CHEROKEE CHRISTMAS December 11, 1-4 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun Thi Chri tmas celebration at New Echota Cherokee Capital will depict the traditional decorations, food, and Yule Log ceremony which Reverend Samuel Worcester hared with the Cherokee Indians in 1827. Admi sion fee. 706/629-8151.

CHRISTMAS AT FORT KING GEORGE December 11, 6-9 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Explore the fascinating history of Christmas as celebrated in the 18th and 19th centuries. The fort and blockhouse will be decked out in holiday splendor and carols will be sung while a yule log is lighted and refreshments are served. Admi ion fee. 912/ 37-4 70.

WINTER MUSTER

December 11-12, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Join us in the cool, crisp day of early winter as we recreate

General herman's occupation of Fort McAllister and the

end of his "March to the ea:' Admi ion fee. 912n29-2339.

CHRISTMAS FOR TRAVELERS December 12, 2-5:30 p.m. Traveler's Rest Historic Site, Toccoa Traditional refreshments will create a Christmas spirit as thi hi toric stagecoach inn i decorated with natural materials and homemade ornaments. Free. 706/886-2256.
CHRISTMAS AT COLONIAL WORMSLOE December 12, 2-5 p.m. Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah Celebrate Christmas cheer a. the coloni ts did at Wormsloe, complete with the procession and burning of the Yule Log, traditional Christmas music, and special holiday treats. Admission fee. 912/353-3023.
CHRISTMAS IN THE COLONIES December 18,1-8 p.m. Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway Festivities will celebrate an 18th century colonial Chri tma , including a firing of guns, burning a yule log, caroling, sampling of traditional foods, and an evening bonfire. Admis ion fee. 912/884 -5999.

GENERAL COFFEE OR LIITLE OCMULGEE-
Both of these state parks in southeast Georgia feature acce sible habitats for the endangered gopher tortoise and indigo snake. Interpretive boardwalk nature trails take visitors over and among the habitat. Canoe (rentals available) into the Carolina Bay habitat on Little Ocmulgee's lake where one can view alligators, a turkey vulture rookery, and a stand of unique wamp tupelo and cypress trees. March is a good time to visit these parks, when the gopher tortoises are most active.

JAMES H "SLOPPY' FLOYD- The manager of tl1is

park near Summerville has become known affectionately as

"Mr. Bluebird" for hi efforts at repopulating Georgia with

Here's a ampler of some Great Georgia Getaway at the tate parks and hi toric ites. Call404/656-3530 for a free color guide to all the sites, or contact the site directly for more information or reservations. Phone numbers are listed

bluebird . The park has numerous bluebird nesting boxes cattered throughout it and March and April are special times of the year to visit when the baby bluebirds are hatching and beginning to emerge from their nests.

in the facilities chart in the centerfold of the brochure.

PROVIDENCE CANYON- Known as Georgia' "Little

BlACKROCKMOUNTAIN- Black Rock Mountain,
in the extreme northeast corner of the state, i Georgia's highest state park. Located astride the Eastern Continental Divide at an altitude of 3,640 feet, the park offer pectacular 80-mile views of the outhern Appalachians. Of special

Grand Canyon;' this park near Lumpkin features an annual July show of wild azaleas in full bloom in the protected canyons. Vi itors enjoy three mile of interpretive trails in the canyons, plus a 7-mile backcountry trail with overnight campsite .

appeal to vi itor are its loop hiking trails which feature

close-up views of wildflower , waterfalls, and mountain

STEPHEN C FOSTER- This park in the middle of the

laurel. pringtime, e pecially early May, is an ideal time to

Okefenokee wamp near Fargo i one of the be t acce s

explore thi park, but if all the cottages and campsites are

point for the Okefenokee wamp and its guided pontoon

booked then, grab an opening some other time and make a

boat excursions into the swamp were selected by Travel

point of visiting.

and Leisure magazine as one of the ten best boat tours in

the world The park offers a wildflower weekend in April, a

CHIEFTAINS TRAIL - The Chieftains Trail i a 150-mile
loop driving tour encircling northwest Georgia with start-

reptile weekend in May, and its "Man in the wamp" weekend in November.

ing points off 1-75 in Carter ville and Calhoun. The trail is

designated as a tate historic trail and tell the story of the

VOGEL - The "Old Timers Day'' music fe tival in

Native Americans who once lived in this part of Georgia.

September has become an annual pilgrimage for many

The even primary attraction along the trail include the

young and old folks who come to . ee the old timer

ChiefVann House, Etowah Indian Mounts, and New Echota

recruited for the day-long program play their fiddles and

Cherokee Capital state historic sites and Fort Mountain State

their banjoe and ing their songs, while the appreciative

Park. More information and a free guide to the Chieftains

audience sits in their lawn chairs in the shade humming to

Trail are available by calling any of these four sites.

the tune and perhaps venturing up to the dancing platform

for a bit of impromptu clogging. Thjs program makes a great

CLOUD/AND CANYON- Cloudland is po sibly
Georgia's be t kept secret. Located on the we tern edge of

family getaway for everyone from the grandparent to the grandchildren.

Lookout Mountain in the far northwest corner of the state,

this 2,120-acre park straddles a 1,000-foot gorge cut into

the mountain and has everal waterfalls in the depth of the

canyon. Hikers particularly enjoy Cloudland because it has

a 6 -mile backcountry loop hiking trail, which skirts the

canyon rim , and 30 walk-in campsites along the trail.

Although the leaf display is at its height in late October, this . . .

park is a special getaway any time of the year.

New Facilities at Georgia's State Parks
and Historic Sites
FORT KIN G GEORGE BLOCKHOUSE -
An authentically reconstructed 18th century frontier fort has been built at Fort King George State Historic Site in Darien. The original cypres blockhouse and pali aded earthen fort were constructed in 1721 by British soldiers and served as the southern outpost of the British Empire on the North American continent until 1732. The historic site features a museum and slide show, in addition to th fort
GOLF COURSES- Two new state park golfcour es
have been developed. An 18-hole cour e, driving range, and clubhouse is available at Georgia Veterans Memorial tate Park near Cordele and a 9-hole course has been opened at Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park near Reid ville. These two new golf course join three exi ting cour es at Little OcmLllgee, Hard Labor Creek, and Victoria Bryant state parks. Call for information on package and tournament .
KIRBO INTERPRETIVE CENTER- This interpretive
facility at Florence Marina State Park near Omaha houses programs and displays explaining Stewart County's natural and cultural history. The new facilities include exhibits and a specially designed handicapped accessible fishing pier. Funds for the development were provided by the Kirbo Charitable Trust.
LIBERTYHALL - This historic resource at A.H.
Stephens State Historic Park near Crawfordville was the home of A.H. Stephens, Vice President of the Confederacy and Governor of Georgia. The house, furnishing , and exhibits have been completely renovated. pecial interpretive programs and tours are available to the public.
PICKETT'S MILL STATE HISTORIC SITE-
Georgia's "newest" state historic site, located 5 miles northeast of Dallas, is one of the best preserved Civil War battlefields in the nation. Visitors may walk on roads u ed by Federal and Confederate soldiers and see earthworks constructed by these men. Living history program are held which authentically demonstrate Civil War cooking, weapon firing, and military drill.

STATE PARKLODGES- In addition to Unicoi Lodge

near dev

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lodges have been T. Bagby, Little

Ocmulgee, and Red Top Mountain state parks. The lodges

vary in size from 30 to 100 guest rooms and feature on-site

restaurants, meeting facilities, and banquet/reception

services.

TALLULAH GORGE STATE CONSERVATION PARK- A partnership between the Georgia Department
of Natural Resource and the Georgia Power Company, this spectacular new state park opens to the public this spring. Located just south of Clayton in the town of Tallulah Falls, its 1,000-foot gorge can be een from overlooks around the gorge rim . Camping and swimming is available in the park, as well as a visitor center which orients guests to the north Georgia mountains.
Information on these new facilities is available by calling 404/6563530 for a free color guide or by calling the site at which they are located.

Georgia residents and visitors looking for a Great Georgia Getaway will enjoy the state parks' contemporary lodges, rustic cottages, and shady campgrounds.
Lodge facilities, complete with restaurants and meeting rooms, are located at Amicalola Falls, George T. Bagby, Little Ocmulgee, Red Top Mountain, and Unicoi state parks.
- Cottages are available at nearly all the parks and are fully equipped with stoves refrigerators, cooking utensils, linen , and blankets.
- A variety of camping experiences are provided at the state parks, including tent and trailer camping, walk-in camping, pioneer camping, and group camp facilities.
Reservations can be made by contacting the individual lodge or park office -see the map and facilities chart in the centerfold of this brochure for locations and telephone numbers.

Fishing and Boating
NATIONAL FISHING WEEK- This week-long
celebration of one of Georgia' vorite pastimes is aimed at promoting altwater at\d fre hwater .fi bing in Georgia. Running)une 713 a varietyof'actiyities and free fishing June 1213 (no License .required) will, be ponsor~d by th.e Departmen Game and Fish Divis.ibn at. many qf 1ts pubhc fishing are . For or~informatipn, co,ntact th Fisheries Section at 404i65 -4817.
BIG lAKE PARKS - Eleven of Georgia's s ate parks are
located on major lakes and reservoirs lno uding Lak Allatoona, 6urton, Clark 6ill Georg , artwell, )luss 11, and Seminole. M.ore than just a p~dise for fishing e_nthu iastS, the big La,Jce parks offer boating and water kiin for tho e who wish to I>eed 'up the pace a bit. All tl)e parks are equipp d with boat ramps and docks and many ba e modem marinas with boating and grocery supplie . At mo t of the parks, Caa).psi.tes and cottages are located on or near the lake for easy access.
Refer to the facilities chart in the centerfold of this brochure for more info,rmation on Uobby Brown, Elijah Clark, florence Marina George T. Bagby, Hart, Mistleto , Moccasin Creek, Red Top 'MouQtain, Rid;tard B. Ru elJ Semi,nole, and ugaloo state parks.
PUBUC FISHING FA CILITIES- Jn addjtion to the
big lak parks, there are 26 other state parks ~ocated on smaller Lakes with excellent pubijc fi bing oppo,rtunWes. Mo t of these parks have boat .rru;np and docks and many offer fishing poat rentals. The smalle t lake do hav some restrictions on the use of private l:>oa and ))or ~po er limitations. DNR's Game and Fish Divi ion also operat ten pub.Ijc fisbiog areas. For more information on state park
lakes refer to the facilities chart in the centerfi Ld ot this
brochure. Locations and information oo. :NR publi
fishing areas are available by callit:tg 404 o56 6l
BOATING SAFETY COURSES- 'fhe Law
Enforcement ection of D R's Game and Fi h Division offers c urses on boating safety an ~;u1es and regulations.
For more information on a cour e jn our area, call
4041<55 6-3511.

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BICYCLING TO THE STATE PARKS AND HISTORIC SITES- For sheer beauty and variety of
scenery, Georgia is a natural choice for bicycle touring. Because many of the state parks and hi toric sites are Located in rural sections of Georgia , many bicycling enthusiasts enjoy traveling to the sites on backcountry highways. Campsites at the state parks permit two 2:person tents and four bicycles. An excellent reference toolts the Georgia Bicycle Touring Guide, available by writing the Georgia Department of Industry, Trade, and Tourism, P.O.
Box 1776, Atlanta, Georgia 30301.

HIKING AND NATURE TRAILS- Nearly every tate
park and historic site has designated hikin~ trails, including some backcountry trails as long as seven miles. Backcountry trails, many ofwhich are loop trails, are available at Amicalola Falls, Black Rock Mountain, Cloudland Canyon, .D..Roo evelt, Fort Mountain, Providence Canyon, Unicoi, and ogel tate parks. Shorter nature trails focus on specific animal and plant habitats and geologic features. All the nature trail are self-guided and some have interpretive brochures or ignage. Of special interest are the nongame trails ar-Atnicalola Falls, Elijah Clark, George T. Bagby, High Falls,l>anola Mountain, Reed Bingham, Seminole, Stephen C..Fo tet:; Sweetwater Creek, Tugaloo, and Vogel state parks.

DNRPILMS AND VIDEOS- The Department of
NaturaLResources operates its own Film and Video Unit, which has produced a library of award-winning presentations on a wide range of activities. Subjects include wildlife and nature, Georgia's coast, recreation and safety, environment and ecology, and Georgia history. All DNR {>roductions are available for loan at no charge, ~r .can be purchased. They are available on l6mm film, :1/4 VIdeotape, and 1/2" VHS videotape. For more information or to place orders, call 404/656-0779.

Ioutdoor and Environmental Resources !

Callaway Gardens 0-!1663-2281 (General Information ) 1-800-282-8 18 1 ( Reservations)
Chattahoochee ature Center 40 992-2055
Chattahoochee Rlver ational Recreation Area ( ational Park Service) 404139980 0
Cumbe rland Island atlonal Seashore (National Park Service) 9 121882-4335
Georgia Agrirama 9 121386-33 4
Georgia Department of aiUrai Resources Boating Registration 40414935- 7<1 Environmental Emergency Respon;,effum In Poachers
(TIP ) 1-800-2 1- 113 (656-4863 in metro Atlanta) Environmental Protection Division Information
1-800-334-23- 3 Fishing Information 40~ 165648 1 7 Historic Preservation 404 1656-2840 Hunting Information 4041656-3522 Hunter afety 40 656-5525 Hunting/Fishing Ucenses 0~ / 935770
atural ltcritagc In ventory Endange r~'(! Species ( PianL & Animals) 4041557-251 4 ongame-Endangercd Wildlife Program 9 121994 13 8
Georgia Department ofTransportation Highway Road Conditions 041656-5267 Highway 1aps qQ41656-5336 Rest Are-.15 ..o~ 656-53 14
Georgia Forestry Commission 1800-q 28733"
Georgia Museum ofScience and Industry {Capitol)
1 0416 56-28~6

Georgia Power Company Lake Information 40 /526-6526 ( Banletts FCIT)', Goat Rock. Oliver. Worth,j ackson,juliette, Oconee, incla.ir, Bunon. Rabun, cd, Thgaloo, Yonah, Tallulah Falls)
Georgia Tourist Division 40 165 19 6 1
Jekyll Island Visitor information 1-800-8-11 -6586
Lake Lanler Islands Information %932-7200 Hotel & Golf ourse ~O.J/9 58'8
ational Park ervice - S.E. Regional Office 40 3 15187
Soli Conservation Service ( S. Department ofAgriculture)
0415 6-2272
tone Mountain Park Generallnformation 4041498-5600 Evergreen Conference Center 0~18 799900
Tenne ee Valley Authority - Lake information 6 1516323572 ( Blue Ridge. Chatugc. onely)
US. Army Corps of Engineers- Lake Information 0 4133 1-48 34 ( Allatoona. aners,Seminole. t.anier, George, West Point )
US. Fish and Wlldllfe Service 0413313 59
S . Forest ervice Gencrallnformation 041536-0541 Forest/Leaf Watch ewsline 1-8005322521

GEORGIA STATE PARKS &. IIISTORIC SITES

GIVE WIWLIFE A CHANCE- It would be difficult
to picture our tate without ongbirds or wildflowers to brighten our day ; without wild place to revive our pirit; without eagle to show u how to slip the bonds of earth. Georgia's incredible wildlife re ources and their habitats enrich our daily life.
About 9 30 different specie ofwild animal make their home here 95% of which are nongame wildlife not legally taken for sport. In addition, more than 3,600 species of native wild plants are found in Georgia.
However, declining number ofbald eagles ea turtles, manatees, songbirds, and many pecies of plants clearly indicate that many nongame species have special needs that demand our attention. As a matter of fact, 26 species of wild animals and 66 species of wild plants are currently listed as endangered in our state. Tho e numbers are expected to drastically increase thi year.
The Department of atural Resources is working to protect, manage and pre erve al l of the tate's nongame wildlife and endangered pecie through the NongameEndangered Wildlife Program. Some of the ongoing projects include reintroducing bald eagles to Georgia, protecting ea turtles and their ne ts, educating the public about the plight of manatees, and building bluebird trails, wildflower meadows and nongame observation facilities on public land. And a major emphasis is being placed on wildlife conservation education for our children.
Created in 1985, the Nongame-Endangered Wildlife Fund was established to upport this important work. But unlike other state programs, it i dependent on voluntary contributions for urvival. A tax checkoff, located on line 26 of the Georgia tate tax form , provides an easy, convenient way for Georgian to make a donation to thi very special con ervation program or a direct contribution can be made by ending your tax-deductible check to: Nongame-Endangered Wildlife Fund, Department of Natural Resource , Route 5, Box 180, Forsyth, GA 31029.

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