Discover Nature This January at Cloudland Canyon State Park
Rising Fawn — Start the new year with hands-on nature programs at Cloudland Canyon State Park, where rangers will host a series of interactive wildlife presentations throughout January at the park’s Interpretive Center.
Woodpeckers of Georgia
“Knock, knock… Who’s there?”
Learn about the nine species of woodpeckers found in Georgia, including their diets, nesting habits, calls, and what makes them unique. Guests can stay afterward to make a pinecone woodpecker feeder (materials fee applies).
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January 2 – 1:00 PM
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January 8, 17, 23 – 10:00 AM
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$3 program fee | $5 parking
Salamander Secrets
Discover the fascinating world of Appalachian salamanders, learn how they differ from lizards, and hear interesting facts and stories about these secretive creatures.
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January 6 – 2:00 PM
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January 10, 18, 19, 26, 31 – 10:00 AM
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Interpretive Center
Possum on the Half-Shell: The Rise of the Armadillos
Armadillos are on the move! This one-hour program explains how this unusual animal spread across two continents, why it’s now found in nearly two dozen states, and why it struggles with road crossings.
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January 3, 5, 24, 31 – 2:00 PM
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Interpretive Center
All programs are held at Cloudland Canyon State Park, 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road, Rising Fawn, GA. Programs are family-friendly and a great way to explore North Georgia’s natural heritage this winter.
For more information, visit GaStateParks.org.