Celebrating our 85th Anniversary in 2016

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July 2016

> IN THIS ISSUE: New Cabins, July 4th, Camping Discounts, Site-Specific Reservations

Celebrate the 4th of July in Georgia's State Parks

From cookouts to campouts, we’ll help you celebrate Independence Day in a big way.  Rent a cabin or campsite and you can spend the long weekend enjoying Georgia’s beautiful scenery and outdoor activities.  You’ll find events such as old-timey games and musket firings, plus sandy swimming beaches to keep you cool.  You can even hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence at Jarrell Plantation.  Remember that fireworks are not allowed inside state parks, but many parks are near community fireworks. Panola Mountain State Park has planned a July 4th night hike to enjoy Atlanta-area fireworks from atop the granite mountain (reservations required).

Park Activities

Upcoming Events

July 4, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Cannons Across the Marsh Join the garrison for a day of artillery drills, musket firings and soldier's life activities in honor of Independence Day. Free watermelon and lemonade will be served at the oldest English fort remaining on Georgia's coast. From 1721 until 1736, Fort King George was the southern outpost of the British Empire in North America. $4.50-$7.50. 912-437-4770 Fort King George Historic Site, Darien

July 4, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Independence Day Colonial Faire Celebrate the 4th of July with colonial games and skills, prizes, music, musket and cannon firings, and family friendly activities. You’ll also learn about this fort’s importance during the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and other conflicts. $1 - $4.50.  912-884-5999 Fort Morris Historic Site, Midway

Saturday, July 16, 1:30 - 3 p.m

Liberty Bell Pool Party: FDR’s Hidden Gem Bring your swimsuit to this historic pool built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Drop by the park ranger’s Discovery Table to learn about area history and wildlife, then join a hunt for hidden rock treasures. Additional July events include swimming lessons, frog hikes, kids’ fishing days and more. $5 includes swimming, plus $5 parking. 706-663-4858. F.D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain

Save 50% on Camping This August

Georgia’s State Parks are offering a 50% discount on RV and tent camping this August. Campers who stay in June or July get a promo code to redeem later this summer. It’s a great excuse to explore a new part of Georgia. The offer cannot be combined with any other discounts but can be used at any participating Georgia State Park. Dog lovers, your family pet is welcome in our campgrounds. 

Insider Tip: Site-specific reservations will be available at four state parks beginning August 1. Soon you’ll be able to request your favorite campsite number and be sure it’s still available when you arrive. The entire campground at James H. Floyd (Summerville) and Richard B. Russell (Elberton) will be site-specific, while select sections of Reed Bingham (Adel) and Laura S. Walker (Waycross) will be site-specific. Mark your calendars for August 1 to make new reservations.