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(912) 598-2300
FACILITIES AVAILABLE for May 18-20:
Tent & RV Campsites / Pioneer Campsite / Picnic Shelters / Group Shelter
(as of May 15, 2012 - updated every Tuesday)
Located near historic Savannah, this park borders Skidaway narrows, a part of Georgia’s intracoastal waterway. Trails wind through maritime forest and past salt marsh, leading to a boardwalk and observation tower. Visitors can watch for deer, fiddler crabs, raccoon, egrets and other wildlife. Inside the park’s interpretive center, birders will find binoculars, reference books and a window where they can look for migrating species such as Painted Buntings. Children will especially enjoy seeing the towering, 20-foot Giant Ground Sloth replica and reptile room.
A scenic campground is nestled under live oaks and Spanish moss, while groups can enjoy privacy in their own pioneer campgrounds. Open-air picnic shelters and an enclosed group shelter are popular spots for parties, reunions and other celebrations.
Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Office Hours: 8AM-8PM
GeorgiaStateParks.org/SkidawayIsland
ACCOMMODATIONS & FACILITIES:
- 588 Acres
- 87 Tent, Trailer, RV Campsites ($25-$28)
- 3 Pioneer Campgrounds ($40 - groups of 10 + only)
- 5 Picnic Shelters ($50)
- Group Shelter (seats 150, $275)
- Interpretive Center
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Wonderful Wednesday
Wednesday, May 23, 2012 2 PM to 9 PM
  At 2:00 pm we will talk about "lost prevention" and show you items to take with you on a hike. At 4:00 pm come for a 1.5 mile walk to learn about native plants and animals. At 8:00 pm join us as we trade stories and put together s'mores. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Bird Watching and Sensory Awareness Night Hike
Thursday, May 24, 2012 11 AM to 9:30 PM
| At 11:00 am keep your eyes open for the painted bunting, and join our discussion to learn about one of America's most beautiful birds. At 2:00 pm learn about birds of prey in this area. At 8:30 pm awaken your senses with experiments with night vision. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Big Ferry Trail Hike
Friday, May 25, 2012 3 PM to 4 PM
| Join us for a 2-3 mile walk through a maritime forest. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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The Painted Bunting
Saturday, May 26, 2012 3 PM to 4 PM
| Keep your eyes open to see one of America's most beautiful birds right here on the park. Join our discussion to learn all about the painted bunting. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Toads and Turtles and Movie Night
Sunday, May 27, 2012 2 PM to 10 PM
| At 2:00 pm learn the difference between reptiles and amphibians and see and touch live examples. At 8:30 pm enjoy watching a kid-friendly movie under the stars. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Bird Walk and Interpretive Center Tour
Monday, May 28, 2012 10 AM to 3 PM
| At 10:00 am join us on a walk to observe birds in the marsh and maritime forest. Bring binoculars and bird guide. At 2:00 pm join a tour of the museum. See and touch fossils, reptiles, and more. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Local Mushrooms and Fungus
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 2 PM to 3 PM
| At 2:00 pm learn about the types of fungus and mushrooms found on the park, then step onto the trails and see what you can find. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Coastal Reptiles and Big Ferry Trail Hike
Thursday, May 31, 2012 12 PM to 4 PM
| At 12:00 pm learn all about lizards, turtles, and snakes... Oh my! See and touch live examples. At 3:00 pm come for a 2-3 mile walk through a maritime forest. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Outdoor Photography for Beginning Digital SLR Photographers
Saturday, Jun 16, 2012 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
| Join photographer Jackie DeBusk for either the morning or afternoon session and allow her to demystify digital SLR camera settings in easy to understand terms. You will learn exposure, focus area, and metering settings. Please call for registration and fee information. $5 parking. 912-580-5308. |
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Junior Ranger Camp
Monday, Jun 18, 2012 until Friday, Jun 22, 2012 10 AM to 3 PM
| Day camp for 7-11 year olds. Join the park staff for a fun week full of hikes, crafts, games and more. During the week your child will work to earn a Junior Ranger patch. Registration is limited, call early to sign up. $75 plus $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Haunted Trail and Falloween
Thursday, Oct 25, 2012 until Saturday, Oct 27, 2012
| Thursday and Friday night come out for a frightening haunted trail. 7:30pm-9pm. Saturday the whole family can join in Falloween with an afternoon of games, crafts and hayrides. 1pm-4pm. Don't forget trick or treating through the campground at 4pm-5pm. Haunted Trail $5 per person. Falloween $2 per child. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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Luminary Night with Santa
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 6 AM to 8 PM
| Bring your children and pets for pictures with Santa. Enjoy a walk along our enchanted luminary trail and take a hayride around the park. Sip on hot chocolate while decorating cookies and making holiday crafts. $2 - $5 photos and hayrides. $5 parking. 912-598-2300. |
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