June Events in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites
Below is a sample of June 2019 events at Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites. For more programs, visit www.GaStateParks.org/events and the parks’ web pages. More information on accommodations and recreation can be found at GeorgiaStateParks.org or 1-800-864-7275.
| Junior Fishing Rodeo on National Trails Day Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 8 AM to 12 PM A.H. Stephens State Park – Crawfordville, GA |
| Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Register between 7:30 – 7:45 a.m. at the main office and enjoy some great fishing in Lake Liberty. Refreshments will be available. This program is in conjunction with National Trails Day. $5 parking. 706-456-2602. |
| National Trails Day Saturday, Jun 1, 2019 9 AM to 3 PM Black Rock Mountain State Park – Mountain City, GA |
| In celebration of National Trails Day, come join us for sprucing up Black Rock’s Tennessee Rock and and James Edmonds Trails. Get ready to get sweaty and have fun in the process. $5 parking. 706-746-2141. |
| Highland Walk Junior Golf Camp Monday, Jun 3, 2019 9 AM to 12 PM Victoria Bryant State Park – Royston, GA |
| Whether a player is swinging the club for the first time or looking to refine his or her skills, Junior Golf Camp is a fun way for kids to learn the lifelong game of golf. By the end of the week, players will have learned fundamental skills, etiquette, rules and sportsmanship. $150 plus $5 parking. 706-245-6770. |
| Ghosts and Legends of Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Friday, Jun 7, 2019 7 PM to 8:30 PM Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation Historic Site – Brunswick, GA |
| Take an eerie journey back in time at coastal Georgia’s most haunted rice plantation. As you walk beneath centuries old Live Oaks, explore the out-buildings on the plantation and a lantern tour of the main house you will hear tales of recent ghostly encounters, plantation folklore and the rich but tragic history of the Low County rice fields. $15. 912-264-7333. |
| Georgia Master Naturalist Mondays 9 AM – 4 PM – Jun 10, 2019 until Jul 22, 2019 Smithgall Woods State Park – Helen, GA |
| In cooperation with the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry, this eight-week training is in conservation and wildlife issues relevant to our southern Blue Ridge ecoregion. Meets Mondays through July 22. $250 for the series and certification $5 parking. 706-878-3087. |
| S’mores N’ More – Campfire Tales Friday, Jun 14, 2019 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM Magnolia Springs State Park – Millen, GA |
| Come join a park ranger at the lake amphitheater for a yummy s’mores campfire and then, once it’s dark we’ll take turns telling spooky or funny campfire stories. It’s a great way to meet fellow campers and enjoy the serene Magnolia Lake. Weather dependent event. $2 plus $5 parking. 478-982-1660. |
| Bluebirds and Butterflies Wednesday, Jun 19, 2019 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM F.D. Roosevelt State Park – Pine Mountain, GA |
| Help us monitor our bluebird nest boxes and check on our butterfly garden. There is a short walk to five bluebird boxes and our demonstration pollinator garden. We will talk briefly on what it takes to attract both bluebirds and butterflies to your yard. Handouts provided. Meet at the Park Office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858. |
| Night Time Fort Excursion Saturday, Jun 22, 2019 8:30 PM to 9 PM Fort McAllister State Park – Richmond Hill, GA |
| Come experience the beauty and tranquility of Fort McAllister at night on this ranger guided tour of the fort and plantation house, as we recount history and tell stories of Georgia’s last battle of the civil war. $9. 912-727-2339. |
| Father’s Day Archery Saturday, Jun 29, 2019 1 PM to 3 PM Chattahoochee Bend State Park – Newnan, GA |
| Join our naturalist for archery in the park. Ages 10+, MUST preregister for this event. $12 plus $5 parking. 770-254-7271. |
