March Events in Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites
Below is a sample of March 2018 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.
Chestnuts on an Open Fire & Tall Tales
Fridays 7 PM – 8 PM – Mar 2, 2018 until Mar 30, 2018
Elijah Clark State Park – Lincolnton, GA
Cozy on up to the Campfire and Roast Chestnuts & Marshmallows while learning of the plight of the American Chestnut. Warning tall tales are encouraged around the campfire! We will meetup at the Fire Ring by the Elijah Clark Cabin. $5 parking. 706-359-3458.
Mini-Golf Tournament
Friday, Mar 2, 2018 5 PM
Reed Bingham State Park – Adel, GA
Come test your skills on our mini-golf course. All ages welcome. The winner (the player with the lowest score) will receive a prize. $3-$5 plus $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
Presidential Geocaching Campout
Friday, Mar 2, 2018 5 PM to 9 PM
F.D. Roosevelt State Park – Pine Mountain, GA
Join Georgia Geo-Campers for a weekend adventure. Fun group camping, activities and cookout along with the Coinapaloosa event. To sign up, post a “will-attend” log for this event. Got to www.geocaching.com for more information. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
Story and Craft Time
Saturday, Mar 3, 2018 3 PM to 4 PM
Crooked River State Park – St. Marys, GA
Join a park ranger for a story then enjoy a fun craft. Pay at the Park Office. $1 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256.
Traveling Exhibit: Georgia Journeys
9 AM – 5 PM from Mar 5, 2018 until May 1, 2018
Roosevelt’s Little White House Historic Site – Warm Springs, GA
Georgia Journeys traces the stories of veterans, home front workers, and Holocaust survivors who have a strong connection to Georgia. Drawing on testimony obtained through the Museum of History and Holocaust Education’s Legacy Series oral history project, this hands-on, multimedia exhibition follows the experiences of twelve individuals whose lives intersected in Georgia, but whose journeys took them across the world. $7-$12. 706-655-5870.
Reed Bingham Astronomy Sky Tour
Friday, Mar 9, 2018 8 PM
Reed Bingham State Park – Adel, GA
Join a ranger to check out some constellations and stars above Reed Bingham. $5 parking. 229-896-3551.
Late Winter/Early Spring Wildflower Hike
Sunday, Mar 11, 2018 2 PM to 4 PM
Sweetwater Creek State Park – Lithia Springs, GA
This moderately strenuous, two mile hike along the white trail and beyond will take us through a variety of lovely habitats to view the earliest of our spring wildflowers, the beloved “ephemerals”. Registration recommended. Meet at the Visitor’s Center. $6 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871.
Home School Wednesday Kickoff Event
Wednesday, Mar 14, 2018 9 AM to 3:30 PM
Roosevelt’s Little White House Historic Site – Warm Springs, GA
Homeschoolers will be provided with an opportunity to learn through participation a wide range of subjects that include geography, science, social studies, geology and history. This event will kick off Home School Wednesdays that we will make available throughout the year. $20 per student $20. 706-655-5870.
