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Get to know Georgia 's 6? State Parks and Hist oric S ites !
This brochure li ts most event in 1998 however, many site schedule additional programs throughout the year. During the summer, guided hike , campfire programs, hi storic enactments, nature crafts and other program make your vi it even more enjoyable.
Every effort ha been made to ensure tlie accuracy of thi brochure, but events could change. Please contact the site before making final plans. Fees, hours and faci litie are ubject to change without notice.
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at www.gastatepark .org. For a free brochure on Georgia State Park and Hi toric Sites, call 404/656-3530 Monday- Friday, 8 a. m. -4:30p.m. A travel guide with photo and directional map of each state park and historic site i available for purchase at the ite or by calling the number below.
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parks. An order form is on the back of thi. brochure fo r an annual ParkPa s. Wednesday visitors and organized chool groups in bu e are exempt. Overnight gue ts pay one ParkPas fee for the duration of their . tay. Historic ites do not charge for parking; however, they charge a mall admi sion fee.
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5 a c k p acking
Pack your trail mix and tent, then join fellow backpackers on these guided trips. Call for fees and registration requirements. (Want to backpack without a guide? Black Rock, Cloudland Canyon, F.D. Roosevelt, Fort Mountain, Providence Canyon and Vogel state parks have trails with primitive backpacking sites.) Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville, 706/265-4703. October 24- 25. Moderate to strenuous; I0 miles. Thi park will ho t a backpacki ng clinic (demonstrations and works hops by professional trip leaders and equipment retailers) on March 21and an Appalachi an Trail hi ke on March 22 (register by March 15). F.D. Roomelt State Park, Pine Mountain , 706/663-4858. April 25 - 26, May 16- 17, October 3 - 4, ovember 14 - 15. Easy to moderate; 7 mi le . Good for beginner . Fort Mountain tate Park, Chat worth , 706/695-262 1.
ovember 7- 8. Moderate to diffic ult; 8.2 miles. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge, 770/389-780 I . May 16 - 17 and October 3 - 4. Short walk to the lake.
nicoi State Park, Helen, 706/878-3983. September 26- 27. For beginners; 5 miles. Vogel State Park, Blairsville, 706/745-2628. September 2627. Strenuous; 12-mile . Wat on lill Bridge State Park, Comer, 7061783-5349. March 14- 15 and October 10- I J. For beginners; 10 miles.
Twenty-eight tate parks rent canoe. , fishing boats and pedal boats so visitors may expl ore Georgia' lakes and streams on their own.
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Wildflower experts lead guided hikes, slide shows and lectures. Trail distances and programs vary.
Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn, 706/657-4050. April 18, I0 a. m.
Fort Mountain State Park. Chatsworth, 706/695-262 1. May 2, I0 a. m. - Noon
l\loccasin Creek State Park, Clarke ville, 706/947-3 194. April 25, I :30- 3:30p.m.
Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge, 770/389-780 I. April 4, 9 a. m. - I p.m. and September 12, 9 a.m. - I p. m.
Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Con ervation Area, Helen, 706/878-3087 . April 25. 10 a. m.
Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo, 912/637-5274. March 27-29
llnicoi State Park, Helen, 706/878-3983. May 16, 8 p.m. and May 17,9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Vogel State Park, Blairsvill e, 706/745-2628. April 25, I p.m.
Canoe Trip s
Beginning and experienced boaters can join park staff in exploring scenic rivers and lakes. Includes canoe rental, skill instruction and guide. Call for fees and registration information.
Hamburg State Park, Mitchell , 9 12/552-2393 . April 4, 18 and 25. 4.5 miles on the Ogeechee River.
High Falls State Park, Jackson, 9 12/993-3053. April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15, September 19 and October 17. 5.5 miles on the Towali ga Ri ver.
Panola 1ountain State Park, Stockbridge, 770/389-780I . Au ou t 15 - 16: camp on the Chattahoochee River. May 9, Au gu t 8 and November 7: adult s enj oy lake ca noeing and a campfire. May 30 and September 26: 3 - 4 miles on the South Ri ver.
General Coffee State Park, Nicholl , 912/384-7082. March 14 and 28. 2- 4 miles on the Satill a River.

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GOING THROUGH GRANDMA'S TRUNKS March 1 April 4

__ ... Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette

This clothing exhibit showcase petticoats, Sunday dres es,

Army uniforms, bonnets, shoe and other items from the Jarrell

family. Admi ssion fee. 912/986-5172.

CRAPPIE TOURNAMENT March 14,7 a.m. 3 p.m. Florence Ma rina State Park, Omaha
Anglers may compete for trophie while fi shing on cenic Lake Walter F. George. 2 parking. 912/838-4706.

J ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY March 14, 10 a.m.. 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville A professional archaeo logist will iden tify artifact brought in by visitors. Admission fee. 770/387-3747.
~ J MOONLIGHT WALK ~ March 14, 7:30. 9 p.m. _ ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Explore bioluminescence and nocturnal/urnal adaptation while hiking through the fore t. Registrati on begins February 14. Program fee and $2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

STRUGGL~ FOR THE GEORGIA COAST March 20,9.30 a.m. 4 p.m. and March 21, 11 a.m.. 5 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Enactors will portray soldiers, rangers and Native American as they demonstrate 18th century life on the frontier. Battle enactment at 2 p.m. Saturday, musket drills, cannon demonstrations, tomahawk throwing, children's games and crafts. Admission fee. 912/437-4770.

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A WOMAN'S WORK March 21, 2 . 5 p.m.

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Celebrate Women 's History Month by learning skills women

used on the farm, such as quilting, fireplace cooking, rug

hooking and gardening. $2 parking. 912/384-7082.

TROUT FISHING SEMINAR March 21,9 a.m. 4 p.m. Unicoi State Park, Helen Co-sponsored by the Foothills Chapter ofTrout nlimited, this seminar and demon !ration wi ll foc us on equipment, bait, tactics, stream readi ng, fly tying and rod building. $2 parking. 706/878-3983 .

TROUT-0-RAMA March 22, 10 a.m. Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen Get ready for trout season with beginner and advanced fl yfi hing classes. fly-tying demonstrations and stream entomology courses. Register by March 18. $2 parking. 706/878-3087 .
BACKYARD WILDLIFE March 28, 10 a.m. Noon Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Learn how to attract wi ldlife to your own backyard. Regi stration begins February 28. Program fee and 2 parkin g. 770/389-780 I.
il~ MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL March 29, 9 a.m. Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen Bring your bike to exp lore an eight-mile cour e through this wooded park. T- hirt for earl y registrants, cookout and bike shop representati ve on hand. Program fee and $2 parking. 912/871-7905.
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CRAFTS, ENCAMPMENT & 5K FUN RUN April 4, 10 a.m. 7 p.m. Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen This day has somethin g for everyone. Co tumed enactors demonstrate drill s, camplife and rifle firin g. Artists display their wares, while bluegrass, country and gospel group. entertain the crowd. Al so, 5K run. $2 parking. 912/982- 1660.
il~ OUTDOOR ADVENTURE WEEKEND April 4, 9 a.m. 5 p.m. and April 5, 1 5 p.m. Cloudland Canyon State Park, Rising Fawn Guided caving trips, rappelling, orienteering and other programs at one of Georgia's most scenic parks. o expenence needed. 2 parking. 706/657-4050.
YOUTH FISHJNG DAYS Third Saturday of each month, April through October, at Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area in Helen. Kids younger than 12 can bring their fishing gear and a supervising adult to fish on a stocked catfish pond. $2 parking. 706/878-3087.

Tallulah Gorge State Park
Guided Hikes Take a trenuous, four-hour hike into thi pectacular gorge with knowledgable park staff. Bring water, lunch and hiking boot . 2nd and 4th Fridays in June, Jul y and August. Call 706/754-7970 to regi ter.
Whitewater Boating Weekends Water thunders through the gorge as kayakers and canoers challenge their kills and pectators watch from the rim. First two weekend in April and fir t three weekends in
ovember. For boating permit , call American Whitewater Association at 30 1/589-9453 . For spectat r information, call the park at 706/754-7970.

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SHEEP TO SHAWL April4, 10:30 a.m- 3:30p.m.

__ 4 Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Thi s middle Georgia plantation is the perfect setting to watch

wool fa bric production. from heep shearing to pinni ng,

dyei ng and weaving cloth. Admi sian fee. 912/986-5172.

~ J MOONLIGHT WALK ~ Aprilll, 7:30- 9 p.m. _ a.11 Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Explore biolumine cence and nocturnal/urnal adaptations while hiking through the forest. Registration begins March II. Program fee and 2 parki ng. 770/389-780 I.

SPRING CRAFT FESTIVAL Aprilll, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mi tletoe State Park, Appling Handmade crafts, li ve entertainment and food consessions near Cl ark Hill Lake. $2 parking. 706/54 1-032 1.

PARENT-CHILD FISHING TOURNAMENT April 11, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mistletoe State Park, Appling Parents and thei r children can co mpete for variou pri zes while fi shing from the bank of this park. o boats allowed. Registrati on fee and 2 parking. 706/54 1-0321.

THE BEAR FACTS Aprilll, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. ~ Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Learn about the growing black bear popul ation and challenge faced by wi ldli fe management agencie . Demonstration of bear-proof tra h container , tranquili zer guns and other equipment. $2 parking. 706/265-4703.

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO Aprilll, 8:30- 11 a.m. John Tanner State Park, Carrollton Children IS and younger can try their luck on two tacked lakes. Free. 770/830-2222.

FOR COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY

April 13, 2 - 3 p.m.

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Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs

A tribute to Franklin D. Roo evelt on the 53rd anni versary of

hi death in Warm Spring . Free. 706/655-5870.

BIRDING WEEKEND April17-19 Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo The Okefenokee Swamp is home to numerou bird specie , including heron and crane . Joi n park staff fo r talk and boat tour highlighting these feathered resident . Regi ter for tours at park office. Program and parking fees. 912/637-5274.

tJ PHOTOGRAPHERS' AND ARTISTS' MORNING 0 T Apri118, 7 a.m.- Noon Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Take a rare opportunity to enter the park' restricted area and capture it unique ecosystem on canva or fi lm. Regi tration begins March 18. Program fee and $2 parking. 770/389-780 I.
~ J NATURAL HERITAGE CELEBRATION ~ April18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. _ a.11 General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Explore gopher tortoi e and indigo snake habitat , identify rare bog plants, hike cenic trail and canoe Seventeen Mile Ri ver. Also, nature art exhibit. 2 parking. 912/384-7082.
~ J GEORGIA'S FIRST GENERAL STORE: ~ PLANTS & THEIR SES _ a.11 April18, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mound Hi toric Site, Cartersville A guided walk and di play show how plants were used by early man for everything from medicines to dyes. Admi sian fee. 770/387-3747.

ALTAMAHA LEGACY April 18, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Explore the legacy of the Altamaha Ri ver and it importance to Georgia, the Southeast and the nation. In the late 1800s. the port of Darien became a major timber ex porter, boasting eight foreign consulate . Living history demon trations and ympo ium by noted cholar . Admission fee. 912/437-4770.
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Vi sit an 1860s log cabin to watch blacksmiths, candle makers, tanner and quilters. 2 parking. 770/975-4226.
~ RIVERCANE RENDEZVO S EA RTHSKJLLS WORKSHOP April21 - 26 Unicoi State Park, Helen Learn primitive skills and philosophies. including hide tanning, cooking and healing with wild plant , ba ketry and fire by frict ion. Register by April I. Program fee . 706/878-3983.
i1~ HALF-DAY HIKE ON PANOLA MOUNTAIN April 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Pack a lunch and enjoy the natural beauty of thi unusual granite mountain. Registration begin March 25. Program fee and 2 parkin g. 770/389-780 I.
ARMIES THRO GH THE AGES April 25, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort Iorris Historic Site, Midway The hi story of arm ies is portrayed through drills and cannon firings. Admi ssion fee . 912/884-5999.
CO NTRY AND GOSPEL MUSIC WEEKEND April 25, 6 - 9 p.m. and April 26, 1 - 6 p.m. Cloudland Canyon tate Park, Rising Fawn Musical groups entenain vi itors at one of Georgia 's most cenic mountai n parks. 2 parking. 706/657-4050.
~ ~ MOTHER EA RTH WAKES P -'1 April25, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. and _-..I April 26, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Celebrate Earth Day with a wi ldflower walk, nature craft , a tronomy program and li ve animal show featuring nakes, birds of prey and mammal . 2 parki ng. 706/265-4703.
WATERCOLOR WALK April 25 - 26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah Falls Artist are in vited to bring their watercolors to capture the beauty of this pectac ular gorge. Register before April 24. 2 parking. 7061754-7970.
Magnolia Springs State J>ark in middle Georgia has a small freshwater aquarium \\ith free admission. 912/98:-4168
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~ ~ SPRING ASTRONOMY PROGRAM -'1 May 2, 7 - 9 p.m. _-..I Florence Marina State Park, Omaha
Bring lawn chair , blanket and binoculars for a night of stargazing. Tete copes provided by the Chattahoochee Valley A tronomical Society. $2 parking. 912/838-4706.
KIDS' CATFISH RODEO May 2, I0 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Cloudland Canyon State Park, Trenton Test fi hing kill on a stocked pond. Age 7 and younger fi sh I0- II :30 a.m.; ages 8- II fi sh II :30 a. m. - I p.m. ; age 12- 14 fi sh I- 2:30p.m. 2 parking. 706/657-4050.
J NIOR FISHING RODEO
May 2, 11:30 a.m. - 3:30p.m. Black Rock Mountain State Park, Mountain City Children 15 and you nger can compete in age categories for trophies and other prizes. o fi hing licen e required. Free. 706/746-2141.
EARLY BIRD WALK May 2, 8 -10 a.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Bring binocu lars on this hike around the base of Panola Mountain. Registration begin April 2. Program fee and $2 parking. 770/389-780 I.
SPRING FEST IN THE PARK May 2- 3, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. A.H. Stephens State Historic Park, Crawfordville Thi s fest ival feature handmade arts and crafts, food vendors, music and children ' activities. 2 parking. 706/456-2602.
EARLY BIRD WALK May 9, 9:30a.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Don't forget binoculars when you join a bird expert on thi onehour walk. Admi ss ion fee. Call 770/387-3747 to register.
CCC REUNION May 9, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Vogel State Park, Blairsville Thi s reunion is dedicated to the men of the Civilian Conservation Corp who bui lt numerous state park fac ilities during the 1930 . The CCC was a New Deal Program developed by President F. D. Roosevelt to help combat the Depre ion. The public is invited to brin g a covered di sh and enj oy stories and the CCC mu eum . $2 parking. 706/745-2628.

J ARTLFACT IDENTLFICATION DAY May 10, 1 - 5 p.m. General Coffee State Park, Nicholls During Archaeology Awarene s Week, experts will identify ative American arti facts (l imit I0) brought in by visitors. Slide lectures and tlintknapping. $2 parking. 912/384-7082.
BAGBY B DDY BASS TOURNAMENT May 16, 5 a.m. - 3 p.m. George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaines Angler compete at thi s cen ic park with lodge and restaurant on Lake Walter F. George. 2 parking. 9121768-257 1.
J CHEROKEE STORYTELLING May 16, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun Cherokee storyteller Freeman Owle will spin tale handed down through generation . Admis ion fee. 706/624- 132 1.
TALLULAH FALLS REMEMBERED May 16, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah Falls Thi mountain town wa known as the "Niagara of the South" during the 1880 . Look back to this bustling era by learning about the railroad and school, Georgia Power Company, dam con tructi on and summer camp . $2 parkin g. 7061754-7970.
PHOTO HUNT & ARTLSTS' ADVENTURE May 16- 17, sunrise- sunset Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen Photographers and arti t may bring cameras, watercolors and other med ia to explore this unique natural area. Regi ter before May 16. $2 parking. 706/878-3087.
il~ MOUNTAIN ADVENT RES WEEKEND May 22-25 Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Go tubing on a cool ri ver, hike the Appalac hian Trail , learn to rappel , or bring your mountain bike for a scenic ride. Register before May 20. Some fees and $2 parking. 706/265-4703.
MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATLON May 23, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. , Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill Confederate reenactor fire cannon and musket alutes in honor of our country's war dead. Lectures and demon trations presented each hour. Admission fee. 9121727-2339.
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CHILDREN 'S FISHING ROD EO May 23, 8 - 11 a.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel
Children 14 and younger compete for prize on thi 375-acre lake in South Georgia. 2 parking. 912/896-3551.

THE WAR OF J ENKINS' EAR

May 23, II a.m - 4 p.m.

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Wormsloe Hi toric Site, Savannah

Colonial Georgia hi story and the war with Spain wi ll come

alive through demonstrations on militia dri ll s and home life.

Admi s ion fee. 912/353-3023.

JUNIOR/SENIOR CATFISH RODEO May 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston Bring your grandkid ! Children under 16 and adults over 62 can co mpete in this fi hing and casting contest. Pri zes for largest fi h, youngest angler and albino catfish catch. Arrive early to pre-register. 2 parking. 706/245-6270.

BATTLE OF PICKETT'S MILL May 30- 31, 9 a.m.- 3 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 demonstrate arti llery, military march and drill, and a civi lian refugee encampment. Admission fee. 770/443-7850.

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CIVIL WAR ENACTMENT June 6, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. and June 7, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Victoria Bryant State Park, Royston The 24th Georgia Volunteer In fan try will demonstrate camplife through drills, musket firing , hatchet throwing and other activities. 2 parking. 706/245-6270.
CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO June 6, 9 a.m.- Noon James H. Floyd State Park, Summerville Angler 14 and younger can compete in age groups for various pri zes. Bring your own gear and bait (no minnows). Bass under 12 inches will be weighed and released. Each contestant must be accompan ied by an adu lt. Refreshments erved after the rodeo. 2 parking. 706/857-0826.

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Jefferson Davis State Historic Site, Irwinville

Celebrate the bi11hday of Confederate Presiden t Jefferson

Davi . Admi sion fee. 912/831-2335.

TO TEMPT A TROUT June 6, 7 a.m.- 9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Spend the day learning about trout behavior, habitat, tackle, fi hing tactics, DNR management methods and trout regulation. . The day tart with a fishing rodeo (16 and younger) and ends with a film . 2 parking. 706/265-4703.

i1~ NATIO AL TRAILS DAY CELEBRATION June 6, 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Join park staff for a four-mile hi ke on the Interpretive Trai l (8 a.m. , II a.m. and 3 p.m.) or a shorter hike fo r children ( I0 a.m. and 2 p.m.). $2 parking. 912/384-7082.

J NIOR FISHING RODEO June 6, 8 a.m. - Noon A.H. Stephens State Historic Park, Crawfordville Children 15 and younger can bring their own gear to compete on a stocked catfi sh pond. 2 parking. 706/456-2602.

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO June 6, 8:30a.m.- Noon Magnolia Springs State Park, Millen Children 15 and younger can try their luck on three stocked pond and visit the park 's freshwater aquari um . Register by June 3. 2 parking. 912/982- 1660.

J UNIOR/SENIOR FISHING RODEO June 6, Register by 9 a.m. Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarke ville Chi ldren under II and adu lts over 65 can compete at thi s mou ntai n park on Lake Burton. Learn fi shing et iquette and techniques. 2 parking. 706/947-3194.

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June 6, 2 - 4 p.m.

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Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge

Learn abo ut wild edible and their medicinal value through a

short hike, slide presentation and lecture. Regi trati on begins

May 6. Program fee and 2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

~.. ~ MO NTAIN HERBS ~ June 6, 10 a.m. _ .,_. Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek

Conservation Area, Helen

Learn about wild edible and medicinal herbs while hiking the

Duke Creek Loop Trail. $2 parking. 706/878-3087.

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June 6-7, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Indian Springs State Park, Flovilla

Demonstrations include blacksmithing, woodworking, spinning

and quilting. $2 parking. 770/504-2277.

REPTILE WEEKEND June 12- 14 Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Guided boat tours, talks and nature walks wi ll clear up common misconception about some of the mo t mi understood inhabitants of the Okefenokee Swamp: alligators and snakes. Fee for tour . 912/637-5274.

J LECTURE ON SPANISH EXPEDITIONS June 13, 2 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Dr. John Worth , an anthropologi t with Fernbank Mu eum of atural History, will lecture on the influence of Spanish expedition on the outheastern Indian cultures during the 16th century. Admis ion fee. 770/387-3747.

~ NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL June 19, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and June 20, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs A celebration of early American featuring mu ic, dancing, craft , storytellers and educational vi ll age. Program fee and $2 parki ng. 7701732-5876.

ALL ABOUT ALLIGATOR June 20, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Take a scenic boat ride to see alligators and other wildlife along the lower Chattahoochee Ri ver. 2 parking. 912/838-4706.

SENIOR FISHING RODEO June 20, 8 a.m. Noon A.H. Stephens State Historic Park, Crawfordville Angler 55 and older can bring their gear to compete in a fi hing and ca ting conte t. 2 parking. 706/456-2602.

Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park in Cordele Features a militar_y museum, armored vehicles and aircraft. Located on Lake r>lackshear, the park also has a golf course and conference center. 912/276-2"')71

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nicoi State Park, Helen

Celebrate the Fourth with a crawfi sh race, watermelon seed

pittin', horseshoe , ack race , a campfire and quare dance.

2 parking. Lodge and restaurant available. 706/878-3983.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 3-5 , Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele July 4th feature old-fashioned games. a watermelon seed spitting conte t and firework over Lake Bl ac kshear. Other acti vities include a hayride, mov ies, craft acti vities, nature programs and mu eum tour . 2 parking. 912/276-237 1.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4 , Seminole State Park, Donalsonville This celebration includes gospel music and firework over Lake Seminole in southwest Georgia. 2 parking. 91 2/861 -3 137.

BACK TO THE '50s DANCE July 4, 7:30- 10 p.m. F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Du t off your poodle skirt and get ready fo r this fun celebration. Dance competition, '50 tri via, and be t and worst dressed co ntest will bring back the day when Saturd ay ni ght dance were held at the Pine Mountain Inn (now the park office). Program fee and 2 parkin g. 706/663-4858.

JULY 4th FUNFEST July 4, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaines Enjoy games and music at thi pretty southwest Georgia park with lodge andre taurant. $2 parking. 91 21768-2571 .

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO July 4, 8 - 11 a.m. Reed Bingham State Park, Adel Children 14 and younger compete for prizes on thi s 375-acre lake in south Georgia. 2 parking. 912/896-3551.

CANNONS ACROSS THE MARSH July 4, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fort King George Historic Site, Darien Celebrate Independence Day with 18th century artillery drill s. Hourl y demon trati on , ca noe tour and free watermelon to help beat the summer heat. Admi sion fee. 912/437-4770.

OL' TIME 4th OF JULY July 4, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. , Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Remember America's pa t with fo lk skills demonstrations, a noon reading of the Declaration of Independence, and old-time races and contests. Admis ion fee. 9 12/986-5172.
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION July 4- 5, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Providence Canyon State Park, Lumpkin Face painling. watermelons, games and acti vitie for all age will make a great fami ly getaway. $2 parking. 912/838-6202.
~ .. J BERRY PICKIN' DAYS ~ July 4- 5, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. _ .,_. Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek
Conservation Area, Helen Bring your own bucket to gather sumptuous bl ackberrie at thi s unique mountai n property. 2 parking. 706/878-3087.
OLD FASHIONED FAMILY FUN July 4 - 5, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Daw onville Watermelon seed spitting, greased pole climb, freedom hike, horseshoe tournament and ice cream making contest. Lodge and restaurant available. $2 parking. 706/265-4703.
I I 15TH ANNUAL QUILT SHOW July 5- 19 Lapham-Patterson House Historic Site, Thomasville Area quilters display new and heirloom item in thi outh Georgia Vi ctorian home. Admi ssion fee. 912/225-4004.
UNICOI FOLK FESTIVAL July 10- 12 Unicoi State Park, Helen Some of the Southea t's fi nest musicians will perform folk, British Isle , traditional Appalachian and old time mountain music. Also, instrument di spl ay and danci ng. Program fee and 2 parking. 706/878-3983.
NORTH GEORGIA'S DANGEROUS CRITTERS July 18, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. .\olL Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville If you spend time outdoor , you can benefi t by knowing about dangerous animals and how to avoid them. Topics include first aid, di seases, poisonous pl ants, stinging in ects, venomous snakes and bears. $2 parkjng. 706/265-4703.

FASCINATING WILDLIFE July 18, 2- 4 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Get a close look at Georgia's native critters. Registration begins June 18. Program fee and $2 parking. 770/389-780 I.
CIVIL WAR ENACTMENT July 18, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. and July 19, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Thgaloo State Park, Lavonia The 24th Georgia Volunteer Infantry will demonstrate camplife, musket firing and drills. 2 parking. 706/356-4362.
~ VANN HOUSE DAYS July 25, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. and July 26, 2- 4 p.m. Chief Vann House Historic Site, Chatsworth Tours, di play and demonstrations of finger weaving, quilting and wood carving celebrate the I94th anni versary of this re tored house. Adm i sion fee . 706/695-2598.
LAKE B RTON ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL July 25- 26, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Moccasin Creek State Park, Clarkesville Artists and crafters from across the Southea twill gather on the shore of beautiful Lake Burton. $2 parking. 706/947-3194.
L,!ls llr-~ TOBACCO SUNDAY July 26,1-5 p.m. __ ., General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Learn about tobacco's hi. tory through demonstrations on croppi ng the leaf, stringi ng tobacco tick in the I00-year-old barn and touring Heritage Farm. $2 parking. 912/384-7082.
August
REPTILES ALIVE August 1, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Meet li ve nakes and other reptiles while learning about the e mi sunderstood creature . Registration begins Jul y I. Program fee and 2 parking. 770/389-780 I.
I ) K DZ TAKEOVER DAY & CRAFT FAIR August 8, 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 challenges, arts and crafts, rec ipe ampies and entertainment will keep all ages amused. Make your own kudzu basket to take home. 2 parking. 912/838-6202.
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August 8, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. and

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Hart State Park, Hartwell

Tent encampment and authentically dres ed soldier demon-

trating weaponry. 2 parking. 706/376-8756.

J FLINTKNAPPING August 15, 1 - 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville Learn to make projectil e points (arrowhead ), tour the mu eum and climb a 63-foot mound. Admis ion fee. 770/387-3747.

~ NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE DAYS August 15 - 16, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Crooked River State Park, St. Mary's This ative American encampment includes game , food demonstration , authentic dance and crafts. Admi sion fee and 2 parking. 912/882-5256.

i1~ WILDERNESS S RVIVAL August 15, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. and August 16, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Park rangers and experienced woodsmen demon trate urvival skill s such as firemaking, map and compa s reading, locating water, weather foreca ling, fir I aid, and edible and medicinal plants. Register before August I0. Program fee and 2 parking. 706/265-4703.

September

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FALL FROLIC September 4 - 5 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fort Yargo State Park, Winder

Pioneer kills uch as candle making, woodworking and black

powder weapons demonstrated near the old fort , along wi th

torytelling and games. $2 parking. 770/867-53 13.

THE CIVIL WAR SOLDIER September 5, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fort McAllister State Historic Park, Richmond Hill Confederate enactors teach visitors about uniforms, weapons, drills and living conditions. Admission fee. 912/727-2339.

CHILDREN'S FISHING RODEO September 5, 8 - 11 a.m.

Reed Bingham State Park, Adel

Children 14 and younger compete for pri zes on thi s 375-acre

lake in South Georgia. $2 parking. 912/896-355 1.

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Learn about 19th century Americans by watching bl ack powder

demonstrations, flintknapping and blacksmith ing. Try your

hand at cross-cut sawing and tomahawk throwing. 2 parking.

91 2/838-4706.

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See how the homes and forts of colonial Georgia were built.

Admission fee. 912/353-3023.

~ , TENNIS TOURNAMENT September 5, 9 a.m. . . George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaines Compete for a trophy and t- hi rts at this park on Lake Walter F. George. Entry fee and 2 parking. 912/768-2571.

LABOR DAY FOLKLIFE CELEBRATION September 7, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Explore rural American labor with demonstrations of traditional crafts and chores such as bl ack mithing and woodstove cooking. Admission fee. 912/986-5 172.

J NATIVE AMERICAN LECTURE September 12, 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 Creeks, Cherokees and pre-historic Miss issippian people. Admission fee. 770/387-3747.

MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL September 12, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Vogel State Park, Blairsville Several di fferent groups will celebrate Southern Appalachian music, including the dulcimer, fo lk, gospel and bluegra s. Square dancing, storytelling, crafts, antique cars and food consessions. Admi ssion fee and $2 parking. 7061745-2628.

LIGHTERD KNOT September 17, 19, 24 and 26 Little Ocmulgee State Park, McRae This musical in the new amphitheater tells the story of an 1800 land war betwee n settlers and a wealthy ew York fa mil y. Program fee and $2 parking. Call 912/868-7474 for tickets.

i1~ OUTDOOR SKILLS & RECREATION September 18 - 20 Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Learn about pelun king, wildli fe photography, camping, hunting, kayaking, mountain bi king, astronomy, archeology and fl y fi shing. Register for the hunter safety course by September 16. 2 parking. 706/265-4703.

NEW MANCHESTER FESTIVAL

September 19, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. and

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Sweetwater Creek State Park, Lithia Springs

The Ci vil War history of Douglas County and the ew

Manchester Manu fac turing Company is told when mounted

cavalry patrol the trail , cannon are fired and stori es are spun .

$2 parki ng. 7701732-5876.

HAMBURG ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL September 19- 20, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Hamburg State Park, Mitchell Enj oy crafts, gospel and country mu sic, bagpipes and cloggers at thi s middle Georgia park. $2 parking. 912/552-2393.
~ J MUSHROOM MANIA tl'f September 26, 10 a.m.
_ ~ Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen
Join a Uni versity of Georgia profe sor on thi hike to learn about fungi. Bring a ba ket to collect edible mushroom (permitted only on this hi ke) and enjoy a slide show. $2 parking. 706/878-3087.

ART IN THE PARK September 26, 1 - 5 p.m. General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Thi s art show and ale in the park's Heritage Farm will emphasize nature ubjects of south Georgia, wiregras farm heritage and history. 2 parking. 912/384-7082.

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~ SKILLS OF THE PAST October 3, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville ative American sk ill s such as basket weaving, pottery making, weaponry and flintknapping. Admission fee . 770/ 387-3747.

J NATIVE AMERICAN APPRECIATION DAY October 3, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Learn Nati ve American history, philo ophies and kills uch as weaponry, basketry, hide tanning, edible plants and pottery. 2 parking. 706/265-4703.

"COME AND TAKE IT"

October 3, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Thi s Revolutionary War encampment commemorates the

defiant Patriot reply to the Briti h demand of surrender.

Includes demon trati on , cannon and mu ket firing , and battle

reenactment. Admi sion fee. 912/884-5999.

~ KOLOMOKI FESTIVAL October 10, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Kolomoki Mounds Historic Park, Blakely Native American skill demonstrations include tlintknapping, hide tanning, edible wi ld plants and pottery. An archaeologi st will identify artifacts brought in by visitors. More than 50 arts and crafts booths, music, dancer and children' crafts. Program fee. 9121723-5296.

i1~ HALF-DAY HIKE ON PANOLA MOUNTAIN October 10, 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Pack a lunch and enjoy the natural beauty of this unusual granite mountain. Registration begins September I0. Program fee and $2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

~ ~ EVENING OF ASTRONOMY ~ October 10, 7 - 9 p.m. _ ._. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Bring lawn chair . blankets and binocul ar for an evening of stargazi ng. Telescope provided by the Chattahoochee Valley Astronomical Society. $2 parking. 912/838-4706.

~ FALLING LEAVES RENDEZVOUS EARTHSKILLS WORKSHOP October 13 - 18 nicoi State Park, Helen Thi ix-day program will teach primiti ve kill such as hide tanning, cooking and healing with wild plants, basketry and fire by friction. Reg i ter by Augu t I. Program fee and $2 parking. 706/878 -3983.

THE FORT BY CANDLELIGHT

October 17, 7 p.m.

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

ground , fort and blockhouse at this coastal historic ite.

Admis ion fee. 912/437-4770.

J ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY October 17, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele Profes ional archaeologists and staff will identify spear point , pottery and other ative American artifacts brought in by vi itors. $2 parking. 912/276-2371.

~ ~ NIGHT PROWL ~ October 17, 7-9 p.m. _ . _ . Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge Children and parents can take a moonlit walk to learn that the woods are not so scary after all. Registration begins September 17. Program fee and 2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

OLD TIMERS' DAY FESTIVAL October 17, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton Return to ye teryear with classic cars, antique tractors, hit and miss engine , arts and crafts, barbecue, clogging, living history, gospel, country and bluegra s. $2 parking. 706/359-3458.

~ , TASTE OF COFFEE 5K RUN October 17,6:30 a.m.- Noon ~ General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Thi s run sponsored by the Dougla Recreation Department i open to all age and follows the park ' winding road. Program fee and 2 parking. Call 912/384-5978 to register.

i1~ WOMEN'S WILDERNESS WEEKEND October 17, 10 a.m.- October 18,4 p.m. Tallulah Gorge State Park, Tallulah Falls Women who want to increa e their confidence in camping, h1kmg and rape! ling will enjoy thi s weekend in Tallul ah Gorge. Program fee and 2 parking. 7061754-7970.

i1~ DEER HUNTER WELCOME October 23, 8 a.m. - I0 p.m. A.H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordville Wildlife biologi ts and conservation ranger di .cu s whitetail deer, biology, deer aging techniques and hunting/fishing regulations. 2 parking. 706/456-2602.

SPIRITS IN THE SWAMP October 24, 7 - 10 p.m. , Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo The dark and my terious Okefenokee Swamp is the perfect setting for Halloween hayrides and storytelling. Fee for boat tour and parking. Overnight guests onl y. 912/637-5274.

HALLOWEEN HOWL October 24,7:30- 9:30p.m. , F.D. Roosevelt State Park, Pine Mountain Enjoy thi fun holid ay with a co tume conte t, cake walk, t~ree-legged race, bobbing for apples face painting, hayrides, ntght h1ke and more. 2 parking. 706/663-485 .

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September 24. Program fee and 2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

EDGAR ALLEN POE: VICTORIAN MASTER OF MACABRE October 24, 7:30- 9 p.m. Lapham-Patterson House Historic Site, Thomasville Gather by candlelight in a Victorian parlor as the Lapham Literary Society performs classic horror tales. Reservations uggested. Admission fee. 912/225-4004.

~ra..' FALL CELEBRATION October 24, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Smithgall Woods-Dukes Creek Conservation Area, Helen Welcome the changing ea on with a hay ride, torytelling, bonfire and mar hmallow roast. 2 parking. 706/878-3087

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BAGBY KIDS OKTOBERFEST October 31, 5-8 p.m. George T. Bagby State Park, Fort Gaines Celebrate the new season with hayride , torytelling and a Halloween costume contest. $2 parking. 9121768-257 1.
SEMINOLE HAUNTED TRAIL October 31, Dark - 11 p.m. Seminole State Park, Donalsonville Enjoy a haunted hayride behind the campground at thi s lakeide park in south Georgia. $2 parking. 912/86 1-3137.
HAUNTED TRAfL October 31,7- 9:30p.m. Fort Yargo State Park, Winder A quarter-mile of chills and thrills. 2 parking. 770/867-5313.

November

J ARTIFACT IDENTIFICATION DAY November 7, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Etowah Indian Mound Historic Site, Cartersville A profe sional archaeologi t will identify ative American artifacts brought in by visi tor . Admi sion fee. 770/387-3747.

GOLD FEVER

November 7, 11 a.m.

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Conservation Area, Helen

When Georgia's gold was di scovered, Dukes Creek brought

many hopeful s to the mountains. Explore thi time period with

gold panning and a guided hike. 2 parki ng. 706/878-3087.

l't's r -~ SYR P MAKIN' & STORYTELLIN' November 7, 10:30 a.m.-3:30p.m. __ ... Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette Thi s annual event includes a sugarcane yrup cookoff, cane juice ampies and woodstove cooking. Some of Georgia s best torytellers wi ll entertai n both young and old. Admission fee . 912/986-5172.

A TRIBUTE TO VETERAN

November 7, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

, Georgia Veterans State Park, Cordele

A I p.m. ceremony wi ll honor veterans wi th a ouest speaker

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precision drill team. AI o, Confederate encampment and 2 p.m.

black powder demonstration. 2 parking. 912/276-237 1.

11r-~ FOXFlRE FOLK SKILLS & , . , , . APPALACHIAN PIONEER TRADIN' DAYS
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Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville
This celebration of Appalachi an Mountain pioneer li fe features
gold panning, blacksmithing, log cabin con tructi on, candle
making, woodstove cookin g. folk toys, craft , quilting and
mountain music. $2 parking. 706/265-4703.

DR MS ALONG THE ALTAMAHA

November 13, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and

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Reenactor , mu ket drill ,

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~ , AMERICA RECYCLES DAY November 14, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. ~ Panola Mountain State Park, Stockbridge In vest in your future quality of life by sharing ideas and information on recycling. Program fee and 2 parking. 770/389-780 I.

~ , MAGNOLIA SPRINGS FALL R N November I4, 8:30a.m.- I p.m. ~ Magn.olia Springs State Park, Millen Enjoy an 8K run past a natural spring and through scenic woods. 2 parking. 912/982- 1660.

~ , MAN IN THE SWAMP November 19 - 22 ~ Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Tours, speakers and demonstrations wi ll teach about man' intervention into the swamp from at ive American to loggers to today's wildli fe refuge workers. Boat tour and parking fee . 912/637-5274.

A WARM SPRINGS THANKSGIVING November 21, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Little White House Historic Site, Warm Springs This event commemorates the onl y holiday FOR usuall y celebrated at his Warm Springs home. FOR imper onation by

Or. Tom Wentland, vi ntage fa hions, era mu ic and antique cars. Admission fee. 706/655-5870.

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Heritage Farm exhibits include a 3 p.m. Civi l War enactment,

cane grinding. quilting, oap making, weaving, artwork and

food vendors. 2 parking. 912/384- 158 1.

SEMINOLE IN LIGHTS November 26- January I, 6- 10 p.m. Seminole State Park, Donalson ville Christmas scene and light decorate thi lakeside park on weekend and all Christmas week. 2 parking. 912/86 1-3 137.

December

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE December 3 - 4, 5 - 9 p.m. Amicalola Falls State Park, Dawsonville Choirs, hayride , a bonfi re, torytelling and Santa Cl aus will usher in the holiday ea on. 2 parki ng. 706/265-4703.
GOLD MUSUEM OPEN HO SE December 4, 5 - 8 p.m. Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site, Dahlonega Thi open hou eon Dahlonega' square incl ude a tree lighting, caroling, special exhibits and fi lm. Free. 706/864-6062.
PLANTATION CANDLELIGHT TOUR December 4 - 5, 7 - 9 p.m. Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site, Brunswick Luminaries light the way to thi candle-lit 1850s pl antation where vi itors are greeted by Southern belle and Confederate soldiers. Enjoy Chri tmas mu ic, refreshment and Santa visit. Admi ssion fee. 91 2/264-7333.
A FLORENCE CHRISTMAS December 5, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Florence Marina State Park, Omaha Join our li ghted boat parade, then enjoy carolin g, refre hments and a visit from Santa. $2 parking. 912/838-4706.
J POTTERY STYLES & TECHNIQUES December 5, 2 p.m. Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site, Cartersville A professional archaeolog i t will di scuss ative American pottery, emphasizing compo iti on, coloration, styles and regional di fferences. Admi ion fee. 770/387-3747.

CHEROKEE CAPITAL CHRISTMAS -December 5, 6 - 9 p.m. New Echota Historic Site, Calhoun Candles light the 1800 capital of the Cherokee Indi an Nation, while tours, refre hments and music entertain visitors. Admission fee. 706/624-1321. CHRISTMAS IN THE COLONIES December 5, 3 - 7 p.m. Fort Morri Historic Site, Midway Thi s Revolutionary War fort host an 18th centu ry celebration including musket salutes, yule log lighting and colonial refreshments. Admi ion fee. 912/884-5999. AN OLD TIME CHRISTMAS December 5, 6 - 9 p.m. and December 6, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Red Top Mountain State Park, Cartersville Choirs celebrate the sea on while vi itors tour a candlelit 1860s log cabin and enjoy refreshments. 2 parking. 770/975-4226. VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS December 5, 2 - 5 p.m. Robert Toombs House Historic Site, Washington Decorations, music and refre hments welcome you to this Senator's home built in 1797. Admission fee. 706/678-2226.
Holiday festivities at the Robert Toombs House.

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARLOR December 6, 2 - 5:30 p.m. Lapham- Patterson House Historic Site, Thomasville Enjoy caroling and hot cider in thi s unusual outh Georgia Victorian home. Free. 912/225-4004.
CHRISTMAS AT HIGH FALLS December 7- 25 High Falls State Park, Jackson When the sun goe down, this park glow with twinkling lights and silhouette of angel and Santa canoeing on the lake. On December 12 and 19, enj oy campfire tories, hot cider and hayrides. Free. 912/993-3053.
VANN HOUSE MORAVIAN CHRISTMAS December 10- 23 Chief Vann House Historic Site, Chatsworth At this historic house, Moravian missionaries decorated the fir t Christma tree in the Cherokee ation. Go back to 1805 and ee what the hou e looked like during the holiday . Admis ion fee. 706/695-2598.
NAT RE'S CHRISTMAS December 11 - 27, 6- 9:30p.m. Indian Springs State Park, Flovilla Illuminated critters guide you along your drive to a Christmas cene. 2 parking. 770/504-2277.
SINGING IN THE SWAMP December 11 - 12, 8 - 9 p.m. Stephen C. Foster State Park, Fargo Sing along with familiar and new tunes while enjoying the beauty of the Okefenokee Swamp. Overnight gue ts onl y. Parking fees. 912/637-5274.
CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TO RS December 11- 12,6- 8 p.m. Jarrell Plantation Historic Site, Juliette A candl elit tour of thi plantation farm include homemade decoration , piced cider and cook ies, a bonfire, inging and stories of Chri stma es past. Tours may be cancelled during poor weather. Admission fee. 912/986-5 172.
DECK THE HALLS December 12, 10 a.m.- 9 p.m.
nicoi State Park, Helen Make edible ornaments to attract wildlife to your backyard Christmas tree, then enjoy music at the decorated lodge, look for sales in the craft shop and dine on a traditional Christmas meal. $2 parking. 706/878-3983.

CH RISTMAS ON THE FLINT December 12, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Georgia Veterans Memorial State Park, Cordele A lighted boat parade and fireworks over Lake Bl ack hear welcome the Christmas season. 2 parking. 912/276-237 1.
PAGES FROM CHRISTMAS AGES December 12, 7:30- 9 p.m. Lapham-Patterson House Historic Site, Thomasville The Lapham Literary Society performs favo rite stories in the library of thi s Victorian home. Adm ission fee . 912/225-4004.
CHRISTMAS ON THE POND December 12, 6 - 9 p.m. General Coffee State Park, Nicholls Take a candlelit tour of Heritage Farm and hayride th rough the park, then vi it with Santa and enjoy a concert at 6:30 p.m. $2 parking. 912/384-7082.
ANNUAL WINTER MUSTER December 12, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and December 13, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fort McAllister Historic Park, Richmond Hill Enjoy the cri sp days of early winter a the park recreate Sherman's capture of Fort McA lli ster and the end of his March to the Sea. Admi s ion fee. 9121727-2339.
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS AT LIBERTY HALL December 13, 2 - 5 p.m. A.H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordville Costumed host treat vi. itors to caroling, refreshment and tour of thi s 1870 home. Admission fee. 706/456-2602.
COLONIAL CHRISTMAS AT WORMSLOE December 13, 2 - 5 p.m. Wormsloe Historic Site, Savannah Celebrate Christmas cheer as the colonists did with the procession and burning of the Yule Log, caroling and living hi story demon !rations. Admission fee. 912/353-3023.
CHRISTMAS FOR TRAVELERS December 13, 2 - 5 p.m. Traveler's Rest Historic Site, Toccoa Refreshments and entertainment create a Christmas spirit at thi s 19th century stagecoach inn. Admi s ion fee . 706/886-2256.
CHRISTMAS AT LAKE LIBERTY December 19, 7 - 9 p.m. A.H. Stephens State Park, Crawfordville Caroling, Santa visit, hay rides and lighted Chri stmas trees around Lake Liberty. 2 parking. 706/456-2602.

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