FREE children’s activities @ Skidaway Is. State Park, Savannah
For the complete list of free April 2013 Skidaway Island Kids’ Activities, click here. Visit the park’s Interpretive Center (Wednesday-Sunday 10 AM-5 PM) to see the display of the Giant Ground Sloth replica, wildlife exhibits, live reptiles and birding station.
April 10 – Wednesday 9.00am Big Ferry Guided Hike: Come for a 2 to 3 mile hike through a Maritime Forest, learning early history of Skidaway. Meet at the Big Ferry Trail Head. 3.00pm Insects Galore: Learn about the different of Insects in this area.
April 11 – Thursday 11.00am Bird Walk: Join Kerry for a walk to observe birds in the marsh and maritime forest. The walk begins at the Interpretive Center. Bring Binoculars and a bird guide. 3.00pm Geology of the Coast of Georgia – What is a barrier island, why doesn’t Georgia get hit by hurricanes very often and what is the Georgia Bight thing? All those questions and more answered.
April 12 – Friday 3.00pm A Venue of Vultures: Learn about these important and interesting birds that do the dirty work no other animal will.
April 13- Saturday College Day! College Students enjoy the perks of the park with your student ID. 11:00am Sandpiper Guided Trail Hike: A great hike to get introduced to Skidaway Island. Learn about birds, trees, vegetation, and other wildlife 1:00pm Reptiles and Amphibians: Know the difference between the two? Come for a lesson on them and get to touch live examples!
April 14 – Sunday 9.30am Knot tying: Learn the basics on some handy knots for everyday use. 3.00pm Build a Turtle: a fun craft and learn about turtles.
Skidaway Island State Park, 52 Diamond Causeway, Savannah, GA 31411 ** Programs meet promptly at the Interpretive Center unless otherwise noted **