National Public Lands Volunteer Day
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Saturday, Sep 25, 2010 8 AM to 1 PM
Join our partner REI, Inc. in volunteering on our site working on mountain bike and hiking trails, cleaning up the lakeshore, and working on erosion sites as we make the park better for our visitors. Bring your gloves, shovels, loppers, or any other tools you may have. Lunch will be provided. 770-867-3489.
Autumn Nights at Yargo
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Friday, Oct 22, 2010 & Saturday, Oct 23, 2010 / 6 PM to 9 PM
Join the park staff for hayrides, storytelling by the campfire, children's games, and viewing the restored Old Fort by candlelight. $2 - $4, plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
Mountain Bike Fundraiser: Spin for Kids
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Saturday, Oct 23, 2010 / 8 AM to 4 PM
Camp Twin Lakes is hosting a mountain bike fun ride at Will-A-Way (inside Fort Yargo) to raise funds for their camps for special-needs children. Register at www.spinforkids.org. 404-231-9887. Handicap Accessible. (spinforkids.org)
Junior ROTC Raider National Championships
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Saturday, Nov 6, 2010 and Sunday, Nov 7, 2010 / 8 AM - 5 PM
High School students from across the United States will compete in several events including running, obstacle courses, and teamwork events $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
Thrills in the Hills Half-Marathon and Marathon
Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA
Saturday, Feb 26, 2011 / 8 AM to 2 PM
This half marathon and marathon will be an off-road course following the park's scenic mountain bike trails. www.dirtyspokes.com. Fee plus $5 parking. 770-867-3489.
