Kayak Hike Saturday, Apr 5 & 6, 2008 Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA Pending availability of water, for the first time the public will be able to take a ranger-led hike down Sliding Rock Trail to view kayakers braving Bridal Veil Falls. This is an extremely strenuous hike consisting of descending and ascending a 750-foot boulder field to the Class V Tallulah River. Register in advance. There will be two hikes each day, one will be from 11AM-2PM and the other from 12PM-3PM. $4 parking. (706)754-7981.

Intertribal Pow Wow Weekends (From Saturday, Apr 5, 2008 until Sunday, Apr 6, 2008.) Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen, GA This Pow Wow will feature Native American dancers, ceremonies and vendors. $3 parking. 706-878-2201, ext. 305.

Wild about Wildflowers Sunday, Apr 6, 2008 11 AM - 1 PM Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA Each Sunday in April join the park's naturalist in the picnic area for an easy, guided Wildflower Hike. The hikes will include flower identification, cultivation tips and good exercise. Bring water and a sack lunch. Limit 40 participants. $3 parking. 706-657-4050.

Spring Wildflower Fest Saturday, Apr 12, 2008 to Sunday, Apr 13, 2008 Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge - Dawsonville, GA Enjoy a wildflower identification hike and learn more about edible and medicinal plants. Join a variety of activities as we celebrate the arrival of spring at the park. $3 parking. 706-265-1969.

Great Etowah Adventure Saturday, Apr 12, 2008 10 AM - 4 PM Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA Join us for demonstrations of native peoples skills and artifact identification. Contribute to the Friends of Etowah with a delicious barbecue in the picnic area. Free Admission. 770-387-3747.

Be a Steward for Wildflowers Saturday, Apr 12, 2008 9 AM - 11:30 AM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen, GA A number of rare and interesting plants live in north Georgia. Learn what you can do to ensure their survival, then take a ramble with Botanist Jim Sullivan to discover early wildflowers in bloom. $3 parking. 706-878-3087.

Kayak Hike Saturday, Apr 12 &13, 2008 Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA Pending availability of water, for the first time the public will be able to take a ranger-led hike down Sliding Rock Trail to view kayakers braving Bridal Veil Falls. This is an extremely strenuous hike consisting of descending and ascending a 750-foot boulder field to the Class V Tallulah River. Register in advance. There will be two hikes each day, one will be from 11AM-2PM and the other from 12PM-3PM. $4 parking. (706)754-7981.

Wild about Wildflowers Sunday, Apr 13, 2008 11 AM - 1 PM Cloudland Canyon State Park - Rising Fawn, GA Each Sunday in April join the park's naturalist in the picnic area for an easy, guided Wildflower Hike. The hikes will include flower identification, cultivation tips and good exercise. Bring water and a sack lunch. Limit 40 participants. $3 parking. 706-657-4050.

National Archery in the Schools (NASP) Instructor Training Friday, Apr 18, 2008 9 AM - 5 PM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen, GA NASP is designed to qualify Basic Archery Instructors (BAI) for short-term youth archery programs. NASP's primary objective is to help install archery programs in the schools. Application for matching funds (half the cost of equipment) can be made to DNR by schools who have at least one BAI. 706-878-3087.

Spring Wildflowers Around Unicoi Friday, Apr 18, 2008 to Saturday, Apr 19, 2008 Unicoi State Park and Lodge - Helen, GA Friday evening begins with a slide show and lecture. On Saturday, there will be wildflower walks and activities that help both the novice and experienced enthusiast better appreciate the colorful and fascinating world of mountain wildflowers. Register in advance. $3 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.

Appalachian Jam Saturday, Apr 19, 2008 to Saturday, Oct 25, 2008 2 PM - 6 PM Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA Listen to the sounds and songs of yesteryear. North Georgia's mountain music singers and pickers will appear on the grounds of the historic Dahlonega Gold Museum. Enjoy acoustic and old-time strings as the sounds of yesterday fill the air. 706-864-3513.

Springtime at the Homestead Saturday, Apr 19, 2008 10 AM - 4 PM Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge - Cartersville, GA Step back in time to the 1800s as demonstrators present springtime activities at the Vaughan Cabin. Experience the evolution of early American life as interpreters and skilled crafts people bring the past to life. Try your hand at many pioneer skills through hands-on activities. $3 parking. 770-975-4226.

Wildflowers of Tallulah Weekends 10 AM - 12 PM (From Saturday, Apr 19, 2008 until Sunday, Apr 20, 2008.) Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA Come enjoy a ranger-led hike along Tallulah Gorge State Park's trail system while viewing many varieties of spring wildflowers. Bring your camera! $4 parking. 706-754-7981.

Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike Saturday, Apr 19, 2008 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Tallulah Gorge State Park - Tallulah Falls, GA Enjoy the gorge in the magical, shimmering light of the full moon. The hike will begin at the Interpretive Center, following the North Rim Trail, with a descent of the Hurricane Falls Trail staircase of about 325 steps to the suspension bridge over Hurricane Falls. This is considered a strenuous hike, consisting of approximately 700 steps. Register in advance. $4 parking. 706-754-7981.

Common Birds of Georgia Friday, Apr 25, 2008 7 PM - 8 PM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen, GA Sit back and enjoy Lisa Hurt of the Atlanta Audubon Society as she present slides of Georgia's birds. Participants may be surprised to learn which birds are native to our area. Spring migration and bird calls will be discussed. Register in advance. $3 parking. 706-878-3087.

Confederate Memorial Day Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 9 AM - 4:45 PM Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site - Dahlonega, GA Members of Camp 1860 of the Phillips' Legion Blue Ridge Rifles will show artifacts that a Confederate solider would have carried. Handmade reproductions of Confederate flags by Robert Banks will be on display, and the day will end with a memorial service. $2.50 - $4. 706-864-2257.

Early Bird Walk Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 7:30 AM - 12 PM Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site - Cartersville, GA Bring binoculars to look for migrating birds while walking by ancient Indian mounds and the Etowah River. Sponsored by the Audobon Society. $2-$3. 770-387-3747.

Senior Fishing Rodeo Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 8:30 AM - 11 AM Moccasin Creek State Park - Clarkesville, GA Seniors, test your trout-tempting skills against the best on Moccasin Creek. Anglers 65+ years of age may participate. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. rain or shine. $3 parking. 706-947-3194.

Mountain Music Series Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 8 PM - 9 PM (Ending Saturday, Jul 26, 2008. Skips days.) Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge - Cartersville, GA Enjoy a summer evening at the Vaughn Cabin, listening to the sounds of live mountain and bluegrass music. Bring a lawnchair or blanket and have fun with the whole family. Call the park for the band of the week. $3 parking. 770-975-4226.

Birding by Ear Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 8 AM - 10 AM Smithgall Woods Conservation Area and Lodge - Helen, GA During spring migration, many neo-tropical birds pass through Smithgall Woods. These small birds are often difficult to see, but their songs can be heard throughout the woods. Learn to identify them by their songs with Lisa Hurt of the Atlanta Audubon Society. Walking shoes and binoculars are recommended. Register in advance. $3 parking. 706-878-3087.

Wildflower Walk Saturday, Apr 26, 2008 1:30 PM Vogel State Park - Blairsville, GA This guided wildflower walk through the Appalachian forest will highlight Jack-in-the pulpits, wild azaleas and many other flowering plants. $3 plus $3 parking. 706-745-2628.

Biking: Georgia State Championship Series Race Sunday, Apr 27, 2008 9 AM - 4 PM Fort Yargo State Park - Winder, GA This mountain bike race is part of the Georgia State Championship series. www.goneriding.com Fee plus $3 parking. 770-867-3489.