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Free August 2016 Kids’ Activities @ Skidaway Is. State Park

Interpretive Center hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Skidaway Is. State Park is at 52 Diamond Causeway, Savannah, 31411

Come see the Giant Ground Sloth replica, wildlife exhibits, live reptiles and amphibians, and more!
** Programs meet promptly at the Interpretive Center unless otherwise noted **

FREE Parking Pass

Live Oak Public Libraries customers with valid library cards can borrow a Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites “Park Pass.” The passes are good for free parking or admission at any of the 63 parks statewide. For more information, click here. 

Kids’ activities for August 2016 (Most are free with $5 for parking)

August Programs and Upcoming Special Events
Toddler Time and Lost Prevention

Thursday, Aug 25, 2016 10 AM to 12 PM
10 AM-11 AM Toddler Time: Bring your 2-4 year old to enjoy stories, games and learning designed just for them! 11 AM Lost Prevention and Preparedness: A park naturalist will talk about how to prevent getting lost and show you simple items to bring along on a hike that could $5 parking.912-598-2300.
Coffee and Fire

Friday, Aug 26, 2016 8:30 AM to 5 PM
8:30 AM Coffee with a Ranger: Start your morning right! Join one of our friendly Park Rangers for coffee and conversation about what’s happening at Skidaway Island State Park. Meet at the Park Office. 3 PM Fire Ecology: Come learn how the destructive power of fire is essential in keeping Georgia’s pine forest ecosystems healthy. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Birds Sloths and Pokemon

Saturday, Aug 27, 2016 11 AM to 5 PM
August 27:11 AM Morning Bird Watch:A guided bird watch at our bird feeders. 2 PM Mystery of the Giant Ground Sloth: Come learn all about the Giant Ground Sloth. August 28: 11 AM Reptile Breakfast Time: Watch as the ranger feeds the reptiles. 2-4 PM Pokemon Adventures: We will to be setting up Lures here in the park for Pokemon enthusiasts. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.
Lichen & Fungi Program

Wednesday, Aug 31, 2016 3 PM to 4 PM
3 PM Lichen & Fungi Program: Explore another one of nature’s fascinating kingdoms as we delve into the world of fungi and lichen. Learn about the different types and which are most common to us here along the Georgia Coast. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.

 

Family Food Truck Fun Festival
Sunday, Sep 4, 2016 12 PM to 4 PM
Join your favorite food trucks for our first Family Food Truck Fun Fest. Delicious food, giant ground sloth, cornhole, ranger led games and a reptile show are all part of the fun. $5 parking. 912-598-2300.