Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Trivia Night

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This ......More

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4.Pets allowed on leash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Trivia Night

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This ......More

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4.Pets allowed on leash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Night Sounds Hike by Lake Rutledge

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration requi......More

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+.This program will be held outside. Participants should bring closed-toed shoes, bug spray, water, and a flashlight. Red-light flashlight is preferred. To pre-register please call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Night Sounds Hike by Lake Rutledge

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration requi......More

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+.This program will be held outside. Participants should bring closed-toed shoes, bug spray, water, and a flashlight. Red-light flashlight is preferred.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Sunset Beach Party at Lake Rutledge

Join Friends of Hard Labor Creek for a sunset beach party at Lake Rutledge. Experience Lake Rutledge after-hours and watch the sunset over the lake while enjoying a family-friendly party with games, music, and fun! This party is free and there will be activities for all......More

Join Friends of Hard Labor Creek for a sunset beach party at Lake Rutledge. Experience Lake Rutledge after-hours and watch the sunset over the lake while enjoying a family-friendly party with games, music, and fun! This party is free and there will be activities for all ages. Water and popsicles will be available while supplies last.For more information on the party and volunteer opportunities within the park, please email: [email protected] Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Sunset Beach Party at Lake Rutledge

Join Friends of Hard Labor Creek for a sunset beach party at Lake Rutledge. Experience Lake Rutledge after-hours and watch the sunset over the lake while enjoying a family-friendly party with games, music, and fun! This party is free and there will be activities for all......More

Join Friends of Hard Labor Creek for a sunset beach party at Lake Rutledge. Experience Lake Rutledge after-hours and watch the sunset over the lake while enjoying a family-friendly party with games, music, and fun! This party is free and there will be activities for all ages. Water and popsicles will be available while supplies last.For more information on the party and volunteer opportunities within the park, please email: [email protected] Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist pla......More

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist pla......More

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Edible And Multi-Use Plant Paddle

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification,......More

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on a paddle around Lake Rutledge. Ages 10 and up.This is NOT a foraging program. There will be no plant or fungi harvesting. No plants or fungi will be consumed during this program. This program is for edible plant identification and historical education purposes only.For more info and to register, click on the link below. No walk-ins allowed for this eventPlease bring water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Limited spaces available. Pre-registration only.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Edible And Multi-Use Plant Paddle

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification,......More

Have you ever wondered what people ate before grocery stores? Or how they made baskets from pine needles? Join a ranger to learn how the plants around us have been used historically, both for food and for survival crafts. You'll learn the basics of plant identification, plant safety, and plant uses on a paddle around Lake Rutledge. Ages 10 and up.This is NOT a foraging program. There will be no plant or fungi harvesting. No plants or fungi will be consumed during this program. This program is for edible plant identification and historical education purposes only.For more info and to register, click on the link below. No walk-ins allowed for this eventPlease bring water, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Limited spaces available. Pre-registration only.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist pla......More

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist pla......More

Come and enjoy our miniature golf course in a different light — at night! The park will be keeping the mini-golf course open late and provide glow-in-the-dark accessories. We will provide glow in the dark golf balls and the course itself will have markers to assist players in navigating each hole. Please bring a flashlight, bug repellent and cash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Lets Get Crafty

Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+.To pre-register, call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Lets Get Crafty

Flex your creativity with this fun craft day. We will be doing hands on crafts and education. This program will be held outdoors so bring closed toed shoes, bug spray, and water. Pre-registration required. Ages 6+.To pre-register, call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Twilight Kayak Tour

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of cl......More

Explore Lake Rutledge as we scan the sky and woods looking for wildlife. Watch the changing colors on the water as the sun sets. We'll paddle to the spot we've found Bald Eagles mating and talk about their ecological importance. Bring water, bug spray and a change of clothes or a towel. For more info and to register, click on the link below.Program towards active participants 6 years and older. Registration ONLINE ONLY. Please click on the link below. Directions to the location will be given once you register. No walk-ins allowed for this event.Limited spaces. If you no longer see a particular date listed on Eventbrite (link below), it is sold out.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Trivia Night

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This ......More

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4.Pets allowed on leash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Trivia Night

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This ......More

Think you know a lot about nature? Show off your knowledge with a trivia night. Participants will be split off into teams (or families) and will compete to see what team can answer the most questions. Program held outside so please bring bug spray as a precaution. This is an all ages event. Meet at Picnic Shelter 4.Pets allowed on leash.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Night Sounds Hike by Lake Rutledge

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration requi......More

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+.This program will be held outside. Participants should bring closed-toed shoes, bug spray, water, and a flashlight. Red-light flashlight is preferred. To pre-register please call the park office.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Night Sounds Hike by Lake Rutledge

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration requi......More

Lake Rutledge is home to many night-time creatures that form a beautiful chorus after-hours. Join a ranger for a short 1-mile hike following the shore of the lake while listening for the sounds of night creatures such as frogs, birds, and insects. Pre-registration required. Ages 8+.This program will be held outside. Participants should bring closed-toed shoes, bug spray, water, and a flashlight. Red-light flashlight is preferred.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Fantastic Fungi: An Intro To Mycology

Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-m......More

Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills.Ages 8+.Pre-registration required. Call the number below to register.Please bring closed-toed shoes, water, insect repellant, and sunscreen as this is a hiking program.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Fantastic Fungi: An Intro To Mycology

Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-m......More

Fungi exist everywhere around us, and in all shapes and sizes. Join a ranger in this mushroom workshop where you will learn about the different parts of a mushroom, how to ID mushrooms, and common mushrooms you may find in Hard Labor Creek. The program consists of a 1-mile hike where we will look for fungi along the way test your ID skills.Ages 8+.Pre-registration required. Call the number below to register.Please bring closed-toed shoes, water, insect repellant, and sunscreen as this is a hiking program.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Sunset and Full Moon Paddle

Enjoy the changing colors on the lake during this ranger-guided tour. After the sun sets, experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. Spaces are limited. Geared towards ages 8 and above. For more info and to register, please click on the link below.To......More

Enjoy the changing colors on the lake during this ranger-guided tour. After the sun sets, experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. Spaces are limited. Geared towards ages 8 and above. For more info and to register, please click on the link below.To register, please click on the link below. Please bring water, flashlight, bug repellent and a towel/change of clothes. Event's location will be provided once you register online. Please arrive at least 20 min early as we will not wait for tardy attendees. No refunds on no-shows.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663

Sunset and Full Moon Paddle

Enjoy the changing colors on the lake during this ranger-guided tour. After the sun sets, experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. Spaces are limited. Geared towards ages 8 and above. For more info and to register, please click on the link below.To......More

Enjoy the changing colors on the lake during this ranger-guided tour. After the sun sets, experience the wonders of nature that are unique to nighttime. Spaces are limited. Geared towards ages 8 and above. For more info and to register, please click on the link below.To register, please click on the link below. Please bring water, flashlight, bug repellent and a towel/change of clothes. Event's location will be provided once you register online. Please arrive at least 10 min early as we will not wait for tardy attendees.Add Main

Hard Labor Creek State Park 5 Hard Labor Creek Road Rutledge, GA 30663