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0 ItemsWILDERNESS SURVIVAL WEEKEND AT AMICALOLA FALLS
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(706) 265 - 1969
ADDRESS
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Wilderness Survival Weekend at Amicalola Falls
Dawsonville
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Northeast Georgia Mountains
This weekend will be sprinkled with basic skills classes introducing skills such as fire building, orienteering, and natural-cordage making. Programs are a blend of lecture and hands-on activities suitable for families (7+ years old). $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Dr., Dawsonville, GA 30534
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Close Encounters of the Bird Kind at Amicalola Falls
2/11/2012
Meet in the Lodge Lobby to learn more about the non-releasable raptors that call Amicalola Falls State Park their home, and listen to the important message they have to share. $5 parking. 706-265-1969. Handicap Accessible.
Goin' Batty - Amicalola Falls
2/11/2012
Did you know that our bats eat thousands of mosquitos every night? This amazing creature has many surprises to share. Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Family Discovery Pack Introduction - Amicalola Falls
2/11/2012
We will go through our new Discovery Packs and suggest how and where to use the items like field guides, bug viewers, and binoculars. Discovery Packs can be borrowed for the day on a first-come basis. Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Sssnakes Alive! - Amicalola Falls
2/12/2012
Meet in the Lodge Lobby to learn more about North Georgia’s native snakes. These often-misunderstood creatures are important in ways we don’t always recognize. Participants will see live, non-venomous snakes native to Georgia. $5 parking. 706-265-1969. Handicap Accessible.
Seed Mosaics - Amicalola Falls
2/12/2012
Join a ranger to make your own mosaic out of truly magical seeds. Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Map & Compass - Amicalola Falls
2/12/2012
We will go over orienteering basics and provide a compass for your use during the program. Best for guests age 7+ years old. Dress for the weather, there will be some activity outdoors. Meet at the Visitor Center. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Whose Whoooo is Whose? - Amicalola Falls
2/16/2012
Meet a few wildlife ambassadors as we discuss the adaptations of owls, and find out how we can tell the native species apart. These special birds of prey are always a crowd-pleaser. $5 parking. 706-265-1969. Handicap Accessible.
Appalachian Trail Celebration & Backpacking Clinic
3/2/2012
Meet unique personalities and hear about Appalachian Trail adventures. Enjoy demonstrations and workshops by professionals and retailers on an assortment of backpacking gear, and take part in discussions on trip preparation. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Spring Wildflower Fest at Amicalola Falls
4/14/2012
Take a wildflower identification hike and participate in wildflower themed kids-crafts. Enjoy a variety of activities as we celebrate the arrival of spring at the park. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Wings of Flight at Amicalola Falls
5/5/2012
Share your love of all winged creatures during these programs on birds, bats, and butterflies. Learn about their life histories and discover tips on how to attract these creatures to your own backyard. $5 parking. 706-265-1969. Handicap Accessible.
Outdoor Adventure Weekend (Natl. Trails Day) - Amicalola Falls
6/2/2012
Celebrate the fun of the great outdoors. Bring the family for an early morning kids’ fishing rodeo. Participate in trail maintenance and guided hikes to honor National Trails Day. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Independence Day Celebration at Amicalola Falls
7/4/2012
This day of family fun celebrates our nation’s independence. Join us for relay races, patriotic crafts, and our famous watermelon seed-spitting contest. $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Wilderness Survival Weekend at Amicalola Falls
8/11/2012
This weekend will be sprinkled with basic skills classes introducing skills such as fire building, orienteering, and natural-cordage making. Programs are a blend of lecture and hands-on activities suitable for families (7+ years old). $5 parking. 706-265-1969.
Appalachian Thanksgiving at Amicalola Falls
11/22/2012
Enjoy living history demonstrations in the lower lodge lobby. Explore the magic of handmade folk toys, and try your hand at churning butter. Reservations required for the lodge's very popular Thanksgiving Buffet. $5 parking. 706-344-1505.
Christmas Open House at Amicalola Falls
12/8/2012
Enjoy musical performances and meet our visiting artists. Kids can join the park's volunteers in the craft room to make seasonal ornaments to take home. View gingerbread house creations and vote for your favorite. Get cozy by the fire and visit with Santa, then wind down with a holiday story or two.
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