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0 ItemsYOUTH FISHING DAYS AT BUCK SHOALS
PHONE
(706) 878 - 3087
ADDRESS
Smithgall Woods State Park
61 Tsalaki Trail
Helen, GA 30545
Youth Fishing Days at Buck Shoals
Helen
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Northeast Georgia Mountains
Dates and times
- April 21: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- May 19: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- June 16: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- July 21: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- August 18: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- September 15: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
FEES
- Parking: $5.00
Children and their special "big person" can fish in a lake stocked with catfish, bass and bream. Fish caught can be kept. Bring your own bait (no corn) and rods. This event is not at Smithgall Woods, but at Buck Shoals, a nearby unopened state park. Call for directions. Occurs every third Saturday through September. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
61 Tsalaki Trail, Helen, GA 30545
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Make a Gourd-eous Birdhouse - Smithgall Woods
2/18/2012
Learn to clean and prepare gourds for use as birdhouses. Gourd Artist Sherrie Sage will guide participants in proper cleaning, drilling holes for entrance and drainage, attaching wire hangers and optional painting. Gourds and all equipment provided. $15 or $20 if paid after February 3.
Volunteer Training at Smithgall Woods
3/3/2012
Learn more about this special conservation area and what volunteer opportunities are available. Register by February 29. The training will take place between 10:00 a.m. and noon with an optional tour of the park afterward. 706-878-3087.
Mountain Biking Basics Series at Smithgall
3/4/2012
This four part series, in cooperation with Woody's Mountain Bikes, offers participants a "how-to" in mountain biking under a beautiful fall canopy. Basic skill building will progress to longer rides over four weeks. Bike safety, equipment and gear will be discussed. (www.woodysmtb.net)
Basic Land Navigation - Smithgall Woods
3/10/2012
Learn basic land navigation. An explanation of the compass, true north vs. magnetic north, bearing/azimuth, terrain features and contour lines, application of the compass to the map and map to the compass, and pacing will all be covered. A discussion on GPS versus traditional compass included.
Youth Fishing Days at Buck Shoals
4/21/2012
Children and their special "big person" can fish in a lake stocked with catfish, bass, and bream. Fish caught can be kept. Bring your own bait and rods. Some rods are available for loan. Call for directions to the future Buck Shoals State Park. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
Women for the Woods II - Smithgall Woods
9/29/2012
Women, get your fill of fishing, orienteering, shooting a bow, and much more at this event for women, taught by women. An evening meal around the campfire and optional camping provides the perfect ending to this active day. $60 plus $5 camping fee or $65 plus camping fee after September 15.
Fall Celebration - Smithgall Woods
10/13/2012
Enjoy the natural beauty of the season with hands-on pioneer skills exhibits, hayrides, traditional craft vendors, mountain music, and apple cider from a hand-cranked press. No registration required. $6 parking. 706-878-3087.
Make Your Own Basket - Smithgall Woods
11/10/2012
Fall into the rhythm of weaving with basket maker Jan Stansell of Black Mountain Crafts. Leave with a completed berry basket to keep or give away at the holidays. Advance registration required. $30 by October 26 or $35 after. $5 parking. 706-878-3087. (www.blackmountaincrafts.com)
Spice Up the Holidays for your Health - Smithgall Woods
12/1/2012
Enjoy the aroma of cinnamon wafting from a pot of apple cider. Explore traditional and modern uses of common holiday spices like cinnamon and ginger for medicinal purposes. Take home a tea preparation for yourself or a gift. $20 if paid before Nov. 17 or $25 after.
Holi-Day Camp for Juniors - Smithgall Woods
12/18/2012
Kids, give your parents time to buy more presents while you enjoy almost-winter in the great outdoors. Outdoor play-time is mixed with indoor craft-time to keep noses warm and spirits high. Kids ages 6-8. Register in advance. $25 or $30 if paid after December 4. $5 parking. 706-878-3087.
Holi-Day Camp II - Smithgall Woods
12/19/2012
Finding the Yule Log in the woods has become part of the Holi-Day Camp tradition. Kids ages 9-12 can enjoy a bit of fun and skill in orienteering, along with learning about Appalachian holiday traditions and more. Advance registration required. $45 for both days or $55 if paid after December 5.
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