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ParkPass ORDER FORM Pass Along The Future.
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Yes! I would like to help support Georgia's State Parks and Historic Sites and be exempt from the daily $2 ParkPass fee (see page 1). Send me the following Annual Georgia ParkPass (indicate quantity and year):
_ _ Year (1997 Annual ParkPass valid April 1997 - March 1998) _ _ Annual ParkPass $25 _ _ Senior Citizen $12.50 (62 and older) Include copy of driver's license. _ _ Disabled Veteran $18.75 Include either a copy of VSO Form 22 or certificate of eligibility
ava ilable from the Georgia Department of Veterans Services, 404/656-2300. _ _ Senior Disabled Veteran $9.38 (62 and older) Include copy of driver's license and either VSO
Form 22 or certificate of eligibility (see above). Include $1 handling fee per ParkPass. Enclose check or money order payable to Georgia State Parks. Return to Georgia ParkPass, 205 Butler Street, Suite 1354, Atlanta. GA 30334, 404/657-9851.

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a-nd c:llfdoJdc Sited,! This brochure list most special events
scheduled for 1997; however, many ites schedule additional programs throughout the year. During the summer months, guided hikes, evening campfire programs, living history programs, nature crafts, outdoor recreation skills and other programs are offered to make your visit even more enjoyable.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this brochure, but because events could change, contact the site before making final plans. Fee , hours and facilities are subject to change without notice.
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on Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites, call404/656-3530 Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or mail the form near the back of this brochure. A 126-page travel guide with a photo and directional map of each state park and historic site is available for $8.75 plus tax and shipping.
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parks. Frequent visitors may purchase a $25 annual ParkPass (discounts available for seniors and disabled veterans). An order form is on the back of this brochure. Wedne day visitors and organized school groups in buses are exempt. Overnight guests pay one ParkPass fee for the duration of their stay. Historic sites do not charge a parking fee; however, most charge an admission fee of $2 for adult , $1 for children 6 - 18. A few historic sites charge slightly higher admi sion fees.
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contact the DNR. If you need auxiliary services, contact the park or historic site two weeks prior to arrival. For TDD access, call 770/389-7404.
Georgia's State Parks and Historic sites are operated by the Department of Natural Resources. Anyone subjected to discrimination on the ba is of race, color, age, national origin or disability may file a complaint with the ADA Coordinator, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Park and Historic Sites Division, 205 Butler Street, Suite 1352, Atlanta, GA 30334,404/656-2770 (TDD 770/389-7404).
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Park staff lead guided backpacking trips ranging from easy to difficult. Participants provide their own equipment and food. Call for fees, requirements and reservations. (Want to go backpacking without a guide? Black Rock, F.D. Roosevelt, Fort Mountain and Providence Canyon state parks have trails where you can reserve primitive backpacking sites for your own getaway.)
Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville, 706/265-8888 May 3 - 4 and October 11 - 12
Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth, 706/695-2621 November 8 - 9
Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville, 706/947-3194 October4- 5
Vogel State Park, Blairsville, 706/745-2628 September 27 - 28
Watson Mill Bridge State Park, Comer, 7061783-5349 October 18- 19

Naturalists and wildflower experts lead free guided hikes, slide shows and lectures at parks with abundant flora.
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville, 706/265-8888 Apri126- 27, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn, 706/657-4050 Aprill9, 10a.m.-2 p.m.
Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth 706/695-2621 May 3, 9 a.m. - Noon
Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville, 706/947-3194 May 3, I:30- 3:30 p.m.
Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge, 770/389-7801 April 12, 9:30a.m. - 1p.m. and September 20, 9 a.m. - I p.m.
Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin, 912/838-6202 October 11 , 1- 5 p.m.
Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen, 706/878-3087 April 26, 10 a.m.
Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo 912/637-5274 April 4- 5 and May 6
Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen, 706/878-220 I April 18, 8 p.m. and April 19, 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Vogel State Park, Blair ville, 7061745-2628 April 26, 1 p.m.

Numerou state parks rent canoe , fishing boats and pedal boats o vi itors may explore Georgia's waterways on their own.

Beginning and experienced canoeists can join park staff in exploring scenic rivers and lakes. Includes skills instruction and guide. Some age requirements. $10 with your own canoe; $15 with canoe rental. Pre-registration required.
Hamburg State Park, Mitchell , 912/552-2393 April 5, 12, 19 and 26
High Falls State Park, Jackson, 912/993-3053 2nd Saturday of each month, April - October
Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge, 770/389-7801 May 17, September 27 and November 15

SPRING ON THE MOUNTAIN AprilS, 12, 19 and 26; 7. 8:30p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Music, singing and dancing on top of cenic Pine Mountain. Program fee. 706/663-4858.
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Arttsts and photographers have the rare opportunity to enter the restricted area o they may capture its unique ecosy tem on canvas or film . Pre-regi tration required. Free. 770/389-7801.

~, WASHINGTON-WILKES TOUR OF HOMES AprilS, 10 a.m. S p.m. ~ Robert Toombs House Historic Site, Washington Wtth htstory dating back to the American Revolution, this tour includes the Robert Toomb Hou e, private homes, churches, Callaway Plantation, Cherry Cottage and other . Admission fee. 706/678-2226.
~ .. J NATURAL HERITAGE CELEBRATION -'1 AprilS, 10 a.m. S p.m. - . _ . General Coffee State Park, Nicholls
Park guides take visitor into three djstinct terrain -sandhill ridge, cypress swamp and river bank, and wetland- to explore flora and fauna. Look for rare gopher tortoise and pitcher plants. Free. 912/384-1581.

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18th CENTURY ENCAMPMENT

April S, 11 a.m. S p.m.

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Fort King George Historic Site, Darien

This fort was the first British outpo ton the southern frontier

built in 1721 . Reenactors will commemorate this exciting time

in our nation's history with musket drill , cannon demon tra-

tion , skills, crafts and ative American demon tration . Battle

reenactment at 2 p.m. Admi ion fee. 912/437-4770.

il~ OUTDOOR ADVENTURE WEEKEND April S 6, 9 a.m. S p.m. Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn Guided caving trips, rappelling and orienteering at one of Georgia's most scenjc parks. o experience needed. Free. 706/657-4050.

I I YESTERYEAR FOLK FESTIVAL April S 6, 10 a.m. S p.m. Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele Black mithing, Native American crafts, spinnjng, quilting, pottery and ba ket making will add a fun history le son to this art and crafts festival. Antique tractor , kid ' activitie , food and music. Free. 912/276-2371.

I I ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL & LIVING HISTORY ENCAMPMENT April S, 9 a.m. S p.m. and April 6, Noon S p.m. Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen Reenactors in period costumes will demonstrate drilling, marching and rifle firing at this craft festival. Free. 912/982-1660.

PARENT-CHILD FISHING TOURNAMENT Apri112, 6 a.m.. 6 p.m. Mistletoe State Park, Appling Parent and grandparent may join younger family members for a day of fi hing competition. Grand prize: two night in one of Mj tletoe' cottage . Bank fishing only. Free. 706/541-0321.

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO April 12, 8:30 11 a.m. John Tanner tate Park, Carrollton Children 15 and younger can try their luck on two stocked lake while competing for different prize . Free. 770/8302222.

FOR COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY April12, 2 3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs A tribute to Franklin D. Roo evelt on the 52nd anniversary of hj death in Warm Springs. Free. 706/655-5870.

A TRIBUTE TO FDR BY HARRY S. TRUMAN Apri113, Noon 3 p.m. ~ - Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Del Jackson act as Harry S. Truman, telling how he felt about Roosevelt and what it was like to be thrust into the Pre idency. Admi sion Fee. 706/655-5870.

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WOODWORKERS WHITTLE-IN April19, 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen

Woodcarvers and woodturner from the Southea t demon trate

kill and ell craft . Free. 706/878-2201 ext. 282.

i1~ MOUNTAIN BIKING INTRODUCTION April19, 10:30 a.m. Noon Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth What hould you look for when buying a mountain bike? Learn ba ic riding techniques and imple repair . Bring your current bike and safety gear. Must be at least 12 years old to participate. Registration required by March 30. Free. 706/695-2621 0
~ J -. EARTH DAY PROGRAM -'1 Aprill9, 1 4 p.m.
_ .,_. F. D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Short hikes, nature craft , a lecture on the importance of arthropods, and more will entertain the whole family. Free. 706/663-4858.
~ J -. GEORGIA'S FIRST GENERAL STORE: -'I PLANTS & THEIR USES ..... -..11 Aprill9, 10 a.m. 4 p.m.
Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville A guided walk and display how how plant were used by early man for everything from medicine to dyes. Admi ion fee. 770/387-3747.

i1~ REED BINGHAM CHALLENGE Aprill9 20 Reed Bingham State Park, Adel Races for jet boat and jet ski . Free. 912/896-3551.

J RIVERCANE RENDEZVOUS EARTHSKILLS WORKSHOP April22 27 Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen Learn primitive kill and philosophies, including hide tanning, cooking and healing with wild plants, ba ketry and fire by friction. Regi tration required by April I. Program fee. 706/878-220 I ext. 282.

J NATIVE AMERICAN DAY April 25, 11 a.m.. 2 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Peter ShuIa of Ocmu lgee National Monument will discuss Georgia's native settlers. Bring arrowhead to be identified, and try your hand at pear throwing. Admi sion fee. 706/655-5870.
EARLY BIRD WALK April26, 7:30 10 a.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Join an Atlanta Audubon volunteer on thi guided hike through the park 's restricted area. Pre-regi tration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.
ARTILLERY THROUGH THE AGES April26, 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Fort Morri Historic Site, Midway Civil War and Revolutionary War reenactors conduct drill and cannon firing . You ' ll see why Napolean remarked, "Only thunderbolt may be preferred to cannon." Admis ion fee. 912/884-5999.
i1~ TASTE OF COFFEE BIKE RIDE April26 27 General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Bicyclers can enjoy a weekend exploring picture que Coffee County in outheast Georgia. Tour downtown Dougla , Ga., beautiful natural area and the I,500-acre park. Program fee. 912/384-1581.
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL May 1-3 Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton The IOth annual Lewi Family Homecoming Bluegra Fe tival will feature more than a dozen inging groups. Program fee. 706/359-3458.
YOUTH FISHING DAYS Third Saturday of each month, April through October, at the new Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen Kids younger than 12 can bring their fishing gear and a supervising adul t to fi h on a stocked catfish pond. Free. 706/878-3087.

JUNIOR FISHING RODEO May 3, 7:30 a.m. Noon Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City Children 15 and younger can compete on a lake tocked with trout and catfi h. No fi hing licen e required. Free. 7061746-2141.
CCC REUNION May 10, 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Vogel State Park, Blairsville This reunion is dedicated to the men of the Civilian Conservation Corp who built numerous tate park facilitie during the 1930 . The CCC wa a New Deal Program developed by Pre ident Franklin D. Roosevelt to help combat the Depression. The public is invited to bring a covered di hand enjoy stories and memorabilia. Free. 7061745-2628.
KIDS' CATFISH RODEO May 17,10 a.m. 3 p.m. Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn Children 14 and younger can try their luck with a stocked pond. An adult must accompany each angler. Free. 706/657-4050.
Uniformed enactors commemorate the Battle of Pickett's Mill.

EARLY BIRD WALK May 17, 9:30 10:30 a.m. ~ Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Bring binoculars to look for bird at this quiet historic ite. Admi ion fee. 770/387-3747.
GEORGIA MOUNTAI MUSIC May 17,5 8 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun Bring chair and blanket for an evening of bluegrass played at the former Cherokee Indian capital. Admission fee. 706/629-8151 .
i1~ CAMPING AND RV SHOW May 23 24 Fort Mountain State Park, Chatsworth If you 've ever wondered how a pop-up camper works or wanted to peek inside a luxurious 40-foot motor home, now is your chance. Free. 706/695-2621.
i1~ MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES May 23 26,10 a.m. 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Daw onville Go tubing on a cool river, hike on the Appalachian Trail, or bring along your mountain bike for a ride on scenic trails. Pre-registration required. Program fee for some trips. 706/265-8888.
~ .~PHOTO HUNT ... May 24, sunrise sunset
_ -.1111 Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area,
Helen Photographers may explore this unique natural area recently acquired by the state. Free. 706/878-3087.
BAFFLING BATS May 24,7:30 9 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Sue Barnard from Zoo Atlanta will use live bat to di pel myths about the e mysterious creatures of the night. Pre-registration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.
BATTLE OF PICKETT'S MILL May 24, 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Pickett's Mill Battlefield Historic Site, Dallas This encampment commemorate the brief but bloody Battle of Pickett's Mill on May 27, 1864. Confederate and Federal infantry will demon trate military march and drill. Visit a civilian refugee encampment and watch artillery demon trations. Admis ion fee. 770/443-7850.

MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION May 24, 11 a.m. 4 p.m . . , Fort McAIJister Historic Park, Richmond Hill Confederate reenactors will fire salute in honor of our country' war dead. Lecture and demonstration will be pre ented each hour. Admission fee . 912/727-2339.
FISHING RODEO May 24, 8 11 a.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel Children 14 and younger can compete for prize . Free. 912/896-3551.
THE WAR OF JENKINS' EAR May 24, 11 a.m . 4 p.m. Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah Colonial Georgia hi tory and the war with Spain will come alive through demonstration on militia drill and farm life. Admission fee. 912/353-3023.
HOMEFOLKS JUBILEE May 24, 6 10 p.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder Thi gospel concert features Comer tone, Liberty Quartet and other . Program fee. 770/867-5313.
JUNIOR/SENIOR CATFISH RODEO May 24, 9 a.m. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Children under 16 and adult over 62 can compete in this fi hing and casting contest. Prize for categories such as large t fish, youngest fi herman and albino catfish catch. Free. 706/245-6270.
ARTS & CRAFTS DAY IN THE PARK May 24, 9 a.m. . 5 p.m. and May 25, Noon 5 p.m. Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton Celebrate Memorial Day with a traditional craft fair. Free. 706/359-3458.
~I !, AZALEA FESTIVAL May 31, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Fort Yargo tate Park, Winder Thi country fair include an arts and crafts show and children' fishing rodeo. The beach pavilion will feature musician , followed by a square dance. Free except evening dance. 770/867-5313.

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CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT

June 6 7, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. and

June 8, 10 a.m. 3 p.m.

Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston

The 24th Georgia Volunteer Infantry wi!J demonstrate camplife

through drills, musket firing, hatchet throwing and other

activities. Free. 706/245-6270.

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO June 7, 9 a.m. Noon James H. Floyd State Park, Summerville The long-awaited reopening of the 16-acre lake finally arri ve ! Angler 14 and younger can compete for prizes. Hotdogs and hamburger will be served after the rodeo. Bring your own fishing gear and bait (no minnows). Free. 706/857-0826.

CffiLDREN'S FISHING RODEO June 7, 8:30 a.m. Noon Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen
Children 15 and younger can try their luck on three tocked lakes while competing for various prizes. Pre-registration required. Free. 912/982-1660.

YOUTH FISHI G DERBY June 7, 8 a.m. -11 a.m. Seminole State Park, Donal onville Children 13 and younger can compete for largest fish , most fi sh and other contests. Free. 912/861-3137.

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PIONEER DAY

=~! ~ ~ June 7 8,10 a.m. 5 p.m. c; Indian Spring State Park, Flovilla

Demonstrations include ba ket making, blacksmithing and

quilting. Free. 770/504-2277.

REPTILE WEEKEND June 13-15 Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Guided boat tours, talks and nature walks will clear up common misconception about some of the most mi understood inhabitant of the Okefenokee Swamp: snake and alligator . Free. 912/637-5274.

JUNIOR/SENIOR FISHING RODEO June 14, 9 a.m. regi tration Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville
Children II or younger and adult 65 or older can compete on a trout- tocked tream. Free. 706/947-3194.

~ J WILD EDIBLE & MEDICINAL PLANTS ~ June 14, 2- 4 p.m. _-... Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn about wild edibles and their medicinal value through a short hike, slide presentation and lecture. Pre-registration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.

ALL ABO T ALLIGATORS June 14, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Live alligators, scenic boat rides and lectures about these fascinating creatures. Free. 912/838-4706.

J E ROPEAN INFL ENCE ON INDIANS June 14, 2 p.m. Etowah Indian Mound Historic Site, Cartersville Dr. John Worth, an anthropologist with the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, will lecture on the influence of Spanish expeditions on the southeastern Indian cultures during the !_6th century. Admission fee. 770/387-3747.
~ J MOUNTAIN HERBS ~ June 21, 10 a.m. _-... Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation
Area, Helen Learn about wild edible and medicinal herbs while hiking theLaurel Ridge Trail and preparing teas and salves over an open fire. Free. 706/878-3087.

ROSIE THE RIVETER J une 21, Noon - 3 p.m. Little White House Hi toric Site, Warm Springs Carol Cain, a teacher, history lover and drama buff, will present characterizations of "Rosies" who took over the assembly lines during World War ll. Admission fee. 706/655-5870.

J NATIVE AMERICA FESTIVAL June 21 - 22, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs A celebration of early Americans, featuring music, dancing, crafts, storytellers and an educational village. Program fee. 770n32-5876.

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June 27,8 p.m. through June 29, 11 a.m. Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen

Some of the Southeast's finest musicians will perform folk,

British Isles, traditional Appalachian and old time mountain

music. Also features instrument displays and dancing.

Program fee. 706/878-2201 ext. 282.

JULY 4th FUNFEST July 4, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaines Children and adults can enjoy horseshoes, water balloon races, three-legged races and more. A musical will be performed in the afternoon. Free. 912/768-2571.

TRIBUTE TO AMERICA July 4, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. . , Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway
Salute America's independence with black powder demonstrations, living history programs and other activities. Admission fee. 912/884-5999.

CANNONS ACROSS THE MARSH July 4, II a.m. 4 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Celebrate Independence Day by learning artillery drills and skills from the 18th century. Cannons will be fired on the hour, and free watermelon will help beat the summer heat. Admission fee. 912/437-4770.

OL'TIME4th OF JULY CELEBRATION July 4, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. . , Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette
Remember America's past with folk skills demonstrations, a reading of the Declaration of Independence at noon, and oldtime races and contests. Admission fee. 912/986-5172.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4- 6, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele With the main celebration on July 5, this weekend features oldfashioned games, a watermelon seed spitting contest, hayride, craft activities and museum tours. Free. 912/276-2371.

OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FUN July 4 - 6, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. . , Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville
Watermelon seed spitting, greased pole climb, early morning freedom hike, horseshoe tournament and other traditional mountain activities. Free. 706/265-8888.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4 - 6 . , Seminole State Park, Donalsonville

This celebration includes gospel, old-fashioned games and

fireworks (July 4 only). Free. 912/861-3137.

FISHING RODEO July 5, 8- 11 a.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel Children 14 and younger can compete for various fishing prizes. Free. 912/896-3551.
BACK TO THE '50s DANCE July 5, 7- 10 p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Dust off your poodle skirt and get ready for this unique Independence Day celebration. Early rock-and-roll , trivia game , co tume contest and a dance-off will bring back the spirit of the 1950s. Free. 706/663-4858.
J CHEROKEE LEGENDS & STORIES July 12 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun Cherokee Indian storyteller hare legends handed down through the years. ew Echota wa the Cherokee capital during the early 1800 . Admission fee. 706/629-8151 .
FASCINATING WILDLIFE July 12, 3 - 5 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Get a clo e-up look at an opossum, raccoon, skunk and other wildlife. Pre-registration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.
HYDROTHERAPY DEMONSTRATION July 19, Noon - 3:30 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs The Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation will join Little White Hou e taff at the historic pool complex to compare exercise u ed by polio patients to tho e u ed by current patient with phy icallimitations. Admi sion fee. 706/655-5870.
LAKE BURTON ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL July 26,9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville Arti t and crafter from across the Southeast will gather on the hore of beautiful Lake Burton. Free. 706/947-3194.
J VANN HOUSE DAYS July 26, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. and July 27,2- 4 p.m. Chief Vann House Hi to ric Site, Chatsworth Tours, di play and living history demonstration of finger weaving, quilting and wood carving celebrate the 193rd anniversary of this hou e and the 39th anniversary of its re toration. Admission fee. 706/695-2598.

REPTILES ALIVE August 2, 3 p.m.- 5 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Meet live snakes, turtles and an alligator while learning about these often misunder tood creatures. Pre-registration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.
I I KUDZU TAKEOVER DAY & CRAFT FAIR August 9, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin You' ll be amazed at what fun can be had with kudzu vines. Tug-o-war chal lenges, arts and crafts, recipe amples and entertainment will keep all ages amu ed. Make your own kudzu basket to take home. Free. 912/838-6202.
I REMEMBER FOR August 16, Noon- 3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Contemporarie of Franklin D. Roo evelt hare their memories and memento . Special guest: Dr. Tom Wentland starring as FOR. Admis ion fee. 706/655-5870.
J FLINTKNAPPING August 16, 1 - 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville After touring the site's mu eum and mounds, visitors can learn how to make projectile points (arrowhead ). Admission fee. 770/387 -3 747.
i1~ WILDERNESS SURVIVAL August 16, 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. and August 17, 9 a.m.- Noon Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville Park rangers and experienced woodsmen demonstrate survival ski lls such as firemaking, map and compass reading, locating water, and edible and medicinal plants. Free. 706/265-8888 .
GUALE: THE SPANISH ENCOUNTER August 23, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and August 24, 2 - 4 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien The 1655 mission province of Guale was an Indian society formed under Spanish colonization on the Georgia coast. Saturday's program features Native American hi story ; Sunday's program features a symposium on the Spani h mission Santo Domingo de Talaje located on the fort site (pre-registration required for Sunday). Admission fee. 912/437-4770.

THE CIVIL WAR SOLDIER August 30, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort McAllister State Historic Park, Richmond Hill Join reenactors as they perform ta ks of the Civil War soldier. Learn about uniforms, weapons, drills, food and li ving conditions. Admission fee. 9121727-2339.
FISHING RODEO August 30, 8 - 11 a.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel Children 14 and younger can compete for various fi shing prize . Free. 912/896-355 1.
J JP'~~ TOOLS & SKILLS THAT B lLT A COLONY August 30, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. __ ... Worm toe Hi toric Site, Savannah Tool and kills that built the homes and fo rts in colonial Georgia will be di played and demonstrated. Admi ion fee. 912/353-3023.
LABOR DAY FOLKLIFE CELEBRATION September 1, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. , Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Explore rural American labor with demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores such as blac ksmithing and woodstove cooking. Admission fee. 912/986-51 72.
J NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY September 13, 2 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site,Cartersville Dr. Max White, professor of hi story at Piedmont College and author of Georgia's Indian Heritage, will lecture on the Creek and Cherokee people and the pre-hi storic Mississippian people. Admi sion fee. 770/387-3747.
OLD TIMERS' DAY September 13, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. and September 14, 1 - 5 p.m. Vogel State Park, Blair ville Saturday's outdoor festi val celebrate Southern Appalachian mu ic (fiddle, banjo, mandolin, dulcimer and guitar), dance and storytelling. Sunday's festival features gospel. Both days: $7.50 adults, $3 children. One day: $5 adults, $2 children. 7061745-2628.

NEW MANCHESTER FESTIVAL September 20, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and September 21, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Spring The Civil War history of Dougla County and the New Manchester Manufacturing Company is told through enactors. Mounted cavalry will patrol the trails, cannon will be fired and stories will be told. Program fee. 7701732-5876.
11 HAMBURG ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 20 - 21, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Hamburg State Park, Mitchell Enjoy arts and crafts, go pel mu ic, bagpipes and d ogger . Free. 91 2/552-2393.
~ , FALADAY September 21 , I- 3:30p.m. ~ Little White House Historic Site, Warm Spring The Greater Atlanta Scotti h Terrier As ociationjoins the Little White Hou e in honoring Franklin D. Roo evelt' beloved Scottie dog, Fala. Includes obedience training and grooming a Scottie beauty contest, and dances by the Chattahoochee Valley Area Order ofTartans. Admission fee. 706/655-5870.
l'JJ JP'-~ FALL FROLIC September 26 - 28 _ _ ... Fort Yargo State Park, Winder Pioneer skills such a candle and soap making, wood working and black powder weapons demonstrated near the Old Log Blockhou e. Free. 770/867-5313.
EARLY AMERICAN FESTIVAL September 27, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Learn about 19th century Americans through weapon demonstrations, sawing contest and more. Free. 912/838-4706.
BAFFLING BATS September 27, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Sue Barnard fro m Zoo Atlanta will u e live bats to dispel myth about the e mysterious creatures of the night. Pre-regi tration required. Free. 770/389-780I.
il~ 0 TDOOR SKILLS & RECREATION September 27 - 28, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville Learn about orienteering, spelunking, fire building, primitive cooking, wildli fe photography, camping, hunting and trout fi shing (no license or stamp needed). Pre-registration required for hunter safety course. Free. 706/265-8888.

J SKJLLS OF THE PAST October 4, 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Native American skills such as basket weaving, pottery making, weaponry and flintknapping will be demonstrated. Admission fee. 770/387-3747.

J NATIVE AMERICAN APPRECIATION DAY October 4, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge, Dawsonville Learn how early Americans used tool and weapons to survive. Free. 706/265-8888.

'COME AND TAKE IT" October 4, 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Fort Morri Historic Site, Midway This Revolutionary War encampment commemmorate the defiant Patriot reply to the Briti h demand of surrender. Includes demonstrations, cannon and musket firings, and a battle reenactment. Admission fee. 912/884-5999.

J KOLOMOKI FESTIVAL October 11, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Kolomoki Mounds Historic Park Blakely

Native American skill demonstrations such as flintknapping,

hide tanning and pottery. An archaeologist will identify

artifacts brought in by visitors. cloggers and children 's crafts.

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A TRIBUTE TO FDR & ELEANOR October 11, Noon . 3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs Del Jackon as Harry S. Truman and Dr. Tom Wentland as FOR pay tribute to the late president and his wife. Special ex hibits honor Eleanor on her birthday, October II . Admission fee. 706/655-5870.

J FALLING LEAVES RENDEZVOUS EARTHSKILLS WORKSHOP October 14 19 Unicoi State Park and Lodge, Helen Learn primitive skills and philosophies, including hide tanning, cooking and healing with wi ld plants, basketry and fire by frict ion. Registration required by October I . Program fee. 706/878-220 I ext. 282.

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THE FORT BY CANDLELIGHT

October 18, 7 9 p.m.

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18th century electricity will light the way a vi itors tour the

grounds, fort and blockhouse at thi coastal historic site.

Admi sion fee. 912/437-4770.

J ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY October 18, 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele Profe sional archaeologi t and taff wi ll identify spear points, pottery and other Native American artifacts brought in by vi itor . Free. 912/276-2371.

OLD TIMERS' FESTIVAL October 18 . 19, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton Return to yesteryear wi th class ic cars, hit and mis engines, an old tractor, arts and crafts, barbecue go pel, country and bluegras . Program fee. 706/359-3458.

HAUNTED TRAIL October 24 25, 7:30 9:30p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge, Cartersville Experience thrills and chills on thi guided 3/4-mi le walk through a haunted tunnel , graveyard, jail cell and more. Free. 770/975 -0055.

FUNFEST CARNIVAL October 25,4:30 8:30p.m. George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaine Children 12 and younger can enjoy game and acti vities, a Halloween co tume contest, wei ner roa t (all ages) and hayride (all ages). Free. 912/768-2571.

SPIRITS IN THE SWAMP
fill' October 25, 7 11 p.m. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Hayrides, storytelling and boat tours offer a nighttime look into the secrets of the Okefenokee Swamp. Fee for boat tour. 912/637-5274.

NIGHT PROWL
fill' October 25, 7:30 9 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Children and parents can take a moonlit walk through the fore t to learn that the woods are not so cary after all. Pre-regi tration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.

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EDGAR ALLEN POE: VICTORIAN MASTER OF MACABRE
fill' October 25,7:30-9 p.m.
Lapham-Patterson House, Thomasville Gather by candlelight in a Victorian parlor as the Lapham Literary Society performs cia sic hoiTor tales. Re ervations required. Admi ion fee. 912/225-4004.
~, FALL CELEBRATION October 30, 5 p.m. ~ Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Con ervation Area, Helen Welcome the changing ea on with a hayride, bonfi re marshmallow roast and storytelling. Free. 706/878-3087

J ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY November 1, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville A profe ional archaeologist will identi fy ative American artifacts brought in by vi itors. Admi ion fee. 770/387-3747.

~ W ~ GEOLOGY DAY -'1 November I, IO a.m.- 1 p.m.
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A local geologist will present a lecture, Iide show and hike educating visitors on this granite mountain 's geological features. Pre-reg istration required. Free. 770/389-780 I.

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Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge,

Dawsonville

A celebration of Appalachian Mountain pioneer life, complete

with weapon demonstration , candlemaking, flint knapping and

more. Learn gold panning technique , and ee how pirit were

made from a moonshine still. Free. 706/265-8888.

A TRIBUTE TO VETERANS November 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
fill' Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele
Living hi tory highlights the Civil War, American Revolution and World Warn . A ceremony to honor veteran is scheduled for I p.m. Free. 912/276-237 1.

Did you know Providence Can~on State Conservation Park in Lumpkin is known as Georgia's "Little Grand Can)on'?'' Enjoy a picnic and a hike. 9I2/838-6202

DRUMS ALONG THE ALTAMAHA

November 8 II a.m. - 5 p.m.

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The struggle among Spain France, Britai n and ative

American for the outhern frontier in the earl y 18th century i

commemorated. Reenactors, musket drill s, cannon demonstra-

tion , ative Americans, trader and a 2 p.m. banle. Ad mis ion

.ll]jfee. 912/437-4770.

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This annual event includes a sugar cane yru p cookoff, cane

juice samples and wood tove cooki ng. Some of mid-Georgia's

be t storyteller will entertain both young and old. Admi ion

fee. 912/986-5172.

~, EVENING OF ASTRONOMY November 8, 7- 9 p.m. ~ Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Bring lawn chair , bl anket and binocular for an eveni ng of targazing. A telescope wi ll be avai lable. Free. 912/838-4706.

~ , MAN IN THE SWAMP November 13 - 14, 8 p.m. and ~ November I5, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo

Tour , speaker and demon trations wi ll teach about man 's

I..ll]jintervention into the .wamp, from ative Americans to today's
wildl ife refuge workers. Free. 912/637-5274.

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Tour the park' Pioneer Vill age where exhi bits include a Civil

War reenactment, cane grinding, qu ilting, soap making and

corn shelling. Traditional foods such as chicken and dump-

lings, greens and corn bread. Free. 912/384- 1581.

~ , WILD GAME & FISH COOKOFF November 22, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. ~ Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Cooking teams wi ll compete for the be t game and fi h di he . Judging begins at II a.m.- winners announced at 5 p.m. Free. 9 12/838 -4706.

~ W ~ MOONLIGHT WALK -'1 November 22,7:30- 9:30p.m.
_ ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Discover ome of Panola's nocturnal neighbor and view the light of downtown Atlanta from atop the mountain (weather permitting). Pre-regi !rati on req uired . Free. 770/389-780 I.

A WARM SPRING THANKSGIVING November 22, 11 a.m. 3 p.m.
fill' Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs
Thi s annual event marks the only holiday FOR u ually celebrated in Warm Springs. An imper onation of FOR by Dr. Tom Wentland, vintage fa hions and antique car add to the atmo phere. Admi sion fee. 706/655-5870.
REYNOLDS MANSION CHRIST lAS TOURS Call 912/485-2299 for date and times. Sapelo Island Estuarine Research Reserve Tours of Sapelo Island 's outh end include an extended trip through the R.J . Reynolds Mansion while decorated for the holiday . Baked good and hot cider will be erved on these four-hour tour . 15 adults: $8.50 children 6 - 18. Fee includes fe rry ride. Pre-regi tration required.
ANTEBELLUM CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION December 5 6, 7 - 9 p.m. (gate open 6:30 p.m.) Hofwyi-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site, Brun wick This beauti ful old ri ce pl antation provides a fe ti ve Christmas getaway. Southern belle and Confederate soldiers greet guests at the traditionally decorated home. Live nati vity, cookie , hot wa. ail , Santa Cl au , pinata wing and more. Admi ion fee. 912/264-7333.
J POTTERY STYLES & TECHNIQUES December 6, 2 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, CartersviUe A profe ional archaeologist will di cuss ative American pottery, empha izing composition, colorati on, tyle and regional difference . Admi sion fee. 770/387-3747.
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CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOUR December 6, 5 . 9 p.m. New Echota Hi toric Site, Calhoun Luminaries line the pathway and candle light the historic buildings at the 1800 capital of the Cherokee Indian ation. Admis ion fee. 706/629-8 151 .
CHRISTMAS AT SEMINOLE December 6, 6:30 8 p.m. Seminole State Park, Donalsonville Perfo rmance by the Seminole County High School band and Spring Creek Baptist Church, holiday decoration and illumination . Free. 912/86 1-3 137.
A FLORENCE CHRISTMAS December 6, 7 p.m. 9 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Celebrate Christma with a lighted boat parade, music and vi it from Santa. Free. 912/838-4706.
DECEMBER IN THE PARLOR December 7, 2 5:30p.m. Lapham-Patterson Hou e Historic Site, Thomasville Enjoy a musicale and Christma tea in Mr. Lapham's Victori an parlor. Free. 912/225-4004.
CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOURS December 12 13, 6 8 p.m. Jarrell Plantation Hi toric Site, Juliette A candlelit quarter-mile walk through thi plantation farm will put you in the Chri tma pirit. arural decorations, refreshment and rorie of Chri tma es pa t. Tours may be cancelled during poor weather. Admi ion fee. 912/986-5 172.
DOWN HOME CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION December 12 13 and 19 20,6 8 p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge, Cartersville Local choir celebrate the sea on at an 1860s log cabin . Free. 770/975 -0055 .
SINGING IN THE SWAMP December 12 13, 8 9 p.m. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Sing along wi th fami liar and new wamp tune , including song written by the park 's namesake. Free. 912/637-5274.
A WARM SPRINGS CHRISTMAS December 13 oon 3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Spring Caroling and a visit fro m Santa. Admis ion fee. 706/655-5870.

CHRISTMAS IN THE COLONIES December 13, 3 - 8 p.m. Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway Celebrate an 18th century Chri stm as with coloni al crafts. musket alute , earthworks tours and coloni al refre. hments. Admi ssion fee. 912/884-5999.
CHRISTMA AT IDLEWILDE December 13, 6 - 8 p.m. Indian Springs State Park, Flovilla Enj oy an old-fa hioned Christma in the restored ldl ewilde Hou e. Include traditional decoration and a candlelit walk through garden . Free. 770/504-2277.
CHRISTMAS AT THE FORT December 13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and December 14, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder A holiday celebration a it wo uld have been on the 1800s frontier. Free. 770/867-5313.
ANNUAL WINTER MUSTER December 13, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and December 14, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fort McAllister State Historic Park, Richmond Hill Enjoy the cri sp days of early winter as the park recreate Sherm an' capture of Fort McAlli ster and the end of his wellknown March to the Sea. Reenactors wi ll perform li vi ng history demonstration. . Admi sion fee. 9121727-2339.
VANN HOUSE MORAVIAN CHRISTMAS December 13 - 24 Chief Vann House Historic Site, Chatsworth In thi hi toric hou e, the Morav ian mis ionaries decorated the fi r t Christmas tree in the Cherokee arion. Go back to 1805 and ee what the house looked like during the holiday . Admi ssion fee. 706/695-2598.
COLONIAL CHRI TMAS AT WORMSLOE December 14,2 - 5 p.m. Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah Celebrate Christmas cheer a the coloni ts did at Worm sloe with the process ion and burning of the Yul e Log. caroling and living history demon tration . Admis ion fee. 9 12/353-3023.
CHRISTMAS FOR TRAVELERS December 14,2 - 5 p.m. Call to confirm. Traveler's Rest Hi toric ite, Toccoa Refre hment and li ve entertainment will create a Christmas pirit at thi 19th centu ry stagecoach inn. Free. 706/886-2256.

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