City of Dawsonville Georgia – Dawson County GA

Activities at Amicalola Falls

  • August 19, 2011
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Learn about mammals, birds, and aquatic creek life at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia.

Starting on August 20, 2011 at 10:30 AM, taking place at the visitors’ center, you can learn about mammals native to the area, check out some animal pelts and possibly meet a resident mammal ambassador. This program can be seen again on August 27, 2011 beginning at 10:30 AM.

On August 20, 2011 starting at 1 PM is a program taking place in the Lodge Lobby featuring non-releasable raptors who live at Amicalola Falls State Park. You can learn more about them and the important message they have to share. You can see this again on August 25 and 27 at 1 PM.

Don’t forget to bring your wading shoes and a towel and meet at the visitor’s center at 3:30 PM on August 20 for the Creek Wade. You can join a park naturalist who will be investigating aquatic life. This program happens again on August 24 at 1 PM and August 27 at 3:30 PM.

Parking is $5. For more information call 706-265-1969.

Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd.
Dawsonville, GA

Wilderness Survival Weekend

  • July 27, 2011
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Have you ever thought about what you would do if you ever got lost in the wilderness? You can visit Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on August 13 – 14, 2011 from 10 AM to 5 PM for classes to learn some basic skills on how to survive in the wilderness. These classes will be suitable for all members of the family.

There is a $5 parking fee. For more information, call 706-265-1969.

Amicalola Falls State Park is located at:
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Road
Dawsonville, GA

2011 4th of July at Amicalola Falls

  • June 29, 2011
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2011 4th of July CelebrationBring the family out to Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia for the 4th of July weekend. Friday, July 1 through Monday, July 4, 2011 from 10 AM to 5 PM each day will be a celebration for Independence Day with relay races, patriotic crafts, and a watermelon seed spitting contest. Plan a picnic, a hike, a weekend camping trip, or maybe a stay in the lodge.

There is a $5 parking fee. For more information, call 706-265-1969.

Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!

Amicalola Falls State Park is located at:
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd.
Dawsonville, GA

DogLeg Charity Golf Tournament

  • May 12, 2011
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GolfThis charity golf tournament is for the dogs…and cats! Register to play in the 9th annual DogLeg Charity Golf Tournament at the Chestatee Golf Club in Dawsonville, Georgia on May 23, 2011. All proceeds will benefit the Dawson County Humane Society.

The tournament format is 4 member amateur teams and 4 man best scramble. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second teams, gross and net. Other contests will be taking place on tournament day such as: a 50/50 putting contest, hole in one, longest drive, and closest to the pin. The ladies’ maximum handicap is 30 and the men’s maximum handicap is 25.

The day will begin with registration and lunch provided by Chic-fil-A from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Tournament instructions will be given at 12:45 PM. Shotgun start at 1 PM. Dinner, awards, and raffles will start after the tournament.

For more information and to register for the tournament, call 706-265-9600.

The Chestatee Golf Club is located at:
777 Dogwood Way
Dawsonville, GA

Wings of Flight

  • May 6, 2011
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CardinalLearn all about many of the winged creatures in nature and ways to attract them to your own backyard in the Wings of Flight at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on May 14 – 15, 2011 from 10 AM to 5 PM. These programs share the histories of birds, butterflies, and bats and give you tips on how to attract them. Enjoy a day at the park, maybe take a hike to see the waterfalls, and get some education too!

Parking is $5. For more information and details on these programs, call 706-265-1969.

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge is located at:
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd.
Dawsonville, GA

Spring Wildflower Fest

  • April 12, 2011
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WildflowersCelebrate Spring by taking a wildflower identification hike as part of the Spring Wildflower Fest at Amicalola Falls State Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on April 16 – 17, 2011. There will be wildflower themed children’s crafts and many other fun activities going on throughout each day. This wonderful welcome to spring will be going on from 10 AM to 6 PM on Satuday and Sunday.

There is a $5 parking fee. For more information and details on this event, call 706-265-1969.

Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge is located at:
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd.
Dawsonville, GA

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Business After Hours Health Fair

  • April 8, 2011
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CaduceusThis Business After Hours Health Fair will be held in the gym at Rock Creek Park in Dawsonville, Georgia on April 26, 2011 from 5 PM to 7 PM. There will be many participants on hand including: physicians, dentists, chiropractors, insurance companies, and many other health and wellness professionals. Free Screenings will be available.

This event is open to the public. Admission is free. A cash drawing will be held during the event. You must be present to win. For more information, call 706-265-6278.

Rock Creek Park is located at:
445 Martin Rd.
Dawsonville, GA

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