Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
October 2014 events at Georgia State Parks
Peanut Express
Thursday, Oct 2, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SAM Shortline Train – Cordele, GA
Take a tourist train ride through southern Georgia. Visit the large collection of telephones in Leslie at the Rural Telephone Museum. Then travel to Plains for delightful peanut treats. Fee. 229-276-0755.
Molly Hugger Hike
Saturday, Oct 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
F.D. Roosevelt State Park – Pine Mountain, GA
Join the Pine Mountain Trail Association for a trek along the ridge ending at Molly Hugger Hill Parking Lot. Geared towards ages 10 and older. Meet at Fox Den Cove Parking Lot along Hwy 190; 5.0 moderate miles; bring water & snack. $5 parking.706-663-4858.
Music and Dancing on the Mountain
Saturday, Oct 4, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
F.D. Roosevelt State Park – Pine Mountain, GA
Bring your family and friends for a spring outing on the mountain. Dance, sing-a-long, and enjoy classic vinyl and oldies with our popular local musicians. Bring a chair or cushion. Cement seating. Meet at the rock amphitheater next to the park office. Overnight park guests $3; $5 all other guests. Pay at the office. $5 parking. 706-663-4858.
Geology Day
Saturday, Oct 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Providence Canyon State Outdoor Recreation Area – Lumpkin, GA
Providence Canyon is one of the great geographic wonders of the eastern United States. Join Interpretive Ranger Trena Evans for a closeup view of this most unusual park. Pre-registration is required. $5 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
Fall Craft Festival at FDR’s Little White House
Saturday, Oct 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Roosevelt’s Little White House Historic Site – Warm Springs, GA
Celebrate the first days of autumn with us. We are inviting vendors who want to showcase and sell their arts, crafts, jams, jellies, woodwork and pottery. 706-655-5870.
Thomas the Tank Engine
October 17, 18, 19, 25, 26
SAM Shortline Train – Cordele, GA
For two weekends only, Thomas will visit the SAM Shortline Excursion Train at Georgia Veterans State Park in southwest Georgia. You can spend a whole day with the beloved storybook engine, Sir Topham Hatt and other friends. Thomas departs at several times daily. Ticket fee varies. 1-877-427-2457.
Fala Day
Saturday, Oct 25, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Roosevelt’s Little White House Historic Site – Warm Springs, GA
Sponsored By the Scottish Terrier Club of Greater Atlanta, the club will honor Fala where he walked. This year will mark the 30th annual event paying tribute to one of the most famous of all presidential dogs. $9-$14. 706-655-5870.
