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New Year's Day Hike at Amicalola Falls / 10 to 11 AM
 Amicalola Falls State Park - Dawsonville, GA
Start 2013 off with a brisk walk full of winter views to the highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Meet at the West Ridge Falls Access Trailhead, 0.6 of a mile roundtrip. $5 parking. 706-265-1969. |
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First Day Hike at Cloudland Canyon / call park for time
 Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA
Join our outfitter guides for a short but challenging hike to Hemlock and Cherokee Falls to learn about the unique geology and history of the park. All participants staying in the campground will receive a 25% discount off their stay. Register in advance. $10 plus $5 parking. 706-913-7170. |
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First Day Hike at Crooked River / 1 to 2:30 PM
 Crooked River State Park - St. Marys, GA
Greet the New Year with a "First Day" hike. Meet at the Nature Center for a walk on the Bay Boardwalk trail. Vistas include wetland habitats plus our unique longleaf pine/saw palmetto ecosystem. Enjoy the great outdoors, camaraderie on the trail plus cookies, hot apple cider and party hats. $2 plus $5 parking. 912-882-5256. |
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First Day Hike at F. D. Roosevelt / 1 PM
 F. D. Roosevelt State Park - Pine Mountain, GA
Celebrate the NEW YEAR in the great outdoors! Bring the family and explore the woodlands along the Mountain Creek Trail with guides from Pine Mountain Trail Association and Roosevelt State Park. This 3.2-mile easy trail will begin at the Training Post in the Campground. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. $5 parking. 706-663-4858. |
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 "First Day" New Year Hike / 9 to 10 AM
Fort Mountain State Park - Chatsworth, GA
Come celebrate the first day of 2013 at with a short hike guided by our naturalist. $5 parking. 706-422-1932. |
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"First Day" New Year Hike / 1 PM
 Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Start off the New Year by going for a moderate, 2.5-mile excursion along the lake. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the Nature Center. $5 parking. 770-867-3489. |
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First Day Hike at General Coffee / 10 to 11 AM
 General Coffee State Park - Nicholls, GA
Start your year off with a rousing guided hike along our new kids fitness trail. Great fun for all ages. $5 parking. 912-384-7082. |
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First Day Hike on Lake Brantley Trail / 10 AM
 Hard Labor Creek State Park - Rutledge, GA
Take this guided hike on the Lake Brantley Horse Trail and exercise off those holiday pounds. Bring a camera to record the scenery of Lake Brantley, rolling woodlands, and cascading creeks. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the walk. Meet at the Park Office/Trading Post. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-557-3001. |
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First Day Hike at High Falls / 10 AM to 12 PM
 High Falls State Park - Jackson, GA
This staff-led 3.5-mile moderate hike will take you past several scenic and historic sites including the falls, the old powerhouse, and through a mixed pine/hardwood forest. You will learn about the park history and the local ecology. Meet at the park office, wear comfortable shoes, and bring water and a snack. $5 parking. 478-993-3053. |
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New Years Day Hike / 2 to 4 PM
 Kolomoki Mounds State Historic Park - Blakely, GA
The new year inspires reflection on the year past and hopeful resolution for the things to come. Start the new year off right with a ranger-led hike on Trillium Trail. The hike will focus on the new beginnings in the natural world. Appropriate clothing is recommended. Meet at Picnic Shelter 3. Warm drinks and sweet treats will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of Kolomoki. $5 parking. 229-724-2150. |
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First Day Hike / 10 to 11 AM
 Laura S. Walker State Park - Waycross, GA
Hike with a Ranger on Big Creek Nature Trail to start the New Year off right by getting fit. Meet at the park office by 9:45 AM. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. $5 parking. 912-287-4900. |
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First Day Hike / 10 AM to 12 PM
 Mistletoe State Park - Appling, GA
Come start the new year off the the right foot. This ranger led hike will allow guests to discover natures winter wonder along the Cliatt Creek nature trail. We will meet at the nature center to begin this mile long hike. $5 parking. 706-541-0321. |
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New Years Day Hike / 1 PM
 Panola Mountain State Park - Stockbridge, GA
Make a fresh start on the New Year. Join a park ranger on a journey by writing out, then burning, last year's burdens. Hike to the top of the mountain picturing all the great things you will accomplish in 2013. Finish around a campfire sharing hot chocolate and plans for the New Year. Register in advance. $7 plus $5 parking. 770-389-7801. |
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First Day Hike at Reed Bingham / 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
 Reed Bingham State Park - Adel, GA
Start off the New Year in a healthy way by taking a ranger-led hike. Please wear appropriate walking shoes and bug spray, and bring water. Reservations required. The nature nook will be open from 10:30-11 before the hike. $1 for nature nook. $5 parking. 229-896-3551. |
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First Day Hike at Smithgall Woods / 2 to 4 PM
 Smithgall Woods State Park - Helen, GA
Hike 2.6 miles with Smithgall staff to the park's beautiful cottage facility where hot cider will be waiting. Let the First Hike be your first step toward good health, then continue through the year with progressively longer hikes. “A Walk in the Park” brochure offers guidance for hike distance and difficulty. $5 parking. 706-878-3087. |
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First Day Hike on Billy's Island / 9 to 10 AM
 Stephen C. Foster State Park - Fargo, GA
Take a guided boat tour to Billy's Island. See turtles and gators out basking on the logs. Keep your fingers crossed for a river otter sighting. Once we arrive, we will tour the island. You'll see how the Hebbard Cypress Company once had their boom town laid out. You'll also be able to see the Lee Family Cemetery. $5 Refuge Parking. $15-20. 912-637-5274. |
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"First Day" Hike at Sweetwater Creek / 10 AM to 1 PM
 Sweetwater Creek State Park - Lithia Springs, GA
Join us for a three-hour hike focusing on the first inhabitants of our area, the Native Americans or American Indians, as we explore some seldom visited areas on the eastside which includes a trip to the "Indian Cave." $5 plus $5 parking. 770-732-5871. |
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First Day Hike at Tallulah / 10 AM to 12:30 PM
 Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA
What a great way to start the New Year – Go for a Hike! Join a ranger on a moderate 3.5-mile hike along the rim and through the woods. Children must be 8 yrs. or older. Bring water and snacks. $5 plus $5 parking. 706-754-7981. |
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"First Day" Along with a Little Luck Hike / 10 AM to 12 PM
 Unicoi State Park - Helen, GA
Welcome the New Year with a 2 1/2-mile moderate hike around Unicoi Lake. Finish the trail at our campfire ring where hikers can add a little luck to their year by enjoying a small meal of black eyed peas, greens, and pork cooked in Dutch ovens over an open fire. Register in advance. $5 parking. 706-878-2201 ext. 305. |
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First Day Hike at Vogel / 9:15 AM
 Vogel State Park - Helen, GA
Join members of the Georgia Appalachian Trail Club for a healthy hike on New Year's Day. We'll explore the 4-mile Bear Hair Gap Trail which has a beautiful overlook with Lake Trahlyta in view. Vogel Volunteers will provide lunch afterward. $5 parking. 706-745-2628. |
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