Calendar

Jul
30
Fri
Kiwanis Club of Waycross
Jul 30 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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Meet the Turtles
Jul 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Come learn about the turtles that call our Interpretive Center their home then choose a craft to make.
Limited to 8 people, minimum 4. Pre-register at Visitor Center by noon on the day preceding the event date.

Social distancing required $2 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Afternoon Kayak
Jul 30 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join our Naturalist for an afternoon tour of the lake.
Limit: 8 people, minimum: 4; ages 12 and up; must be able to swim; ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-register at Visitor Center.

Tour will be canceled in event of inclement weather. $15 ($10, your equipment) $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Meteor Showers
Jul 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Join our Naturalist as we watch the dual meteor showers occurring tonight. Limit: 15 people, ages 8 and up; children must be accompanied by an adult. Register at Visitor Center by noon on the day preceding the event date.

Bring binoculars, a flashlight, and a blanket or lawn chair.

Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 912-287-4900

Jul
31
Sat
Back to School Party
Jul 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for a Back to School celebration: games, animal exhibits, scavenger hunts, crafts, and more.
Limit: 15 students, minimum 4. Register at Visitor Center by noon on the day preceding the event date. $5 plus $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Aug
2
Mon
Lions Club of Waycross
Aug 2 @ 12:00 pm

Across the globe, Lions are rolling up their sleeves and taking action. With over 1.4 million members, we’re the largest service organization in the world. And we’re as dedicated to helping those in need today as we were over 100 years ago when we first began.

Saturn at Opposition
Aug 2 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us as we use the telescope to get an up-close look at our beautiful ringed planet, Saturn, and a few of its brightest moons.
Bring binoculars, bottled water, insect repellent, and a blanket or camp chair. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Aug
4
Wed
Okefenokee Toastmasters Club meeting
Aug 4 @ 12:00 pm

Aug
5
Thu
Exchange Club Weekly meeting
Aug 5 @ 12:00 pm – 1:45 pm

Core Values

Each member of Exchange holds near to their heart three core values – Family, Community, and Country. Commitment to Family is interpreted not only as one’s own family needs, but also those of all American families. Strengthening families, with a focus on youth, is addressed in many ways through Exchange’s Programs of Service. Commitment to the Community where an Exchangite resides is the focal point for each club’s efforts. Exchange is unique as a service organization in that it has the flexibility to structure projects that target the specific needs of a particular geographic location, rather than being restricted to a certain cause. Commitment to Country was born in the aftermath of World War II, a time of unquenchable patriotism. Exchangites are proud to join veterans and other civic groups in promoting Americanism as the rich blessing of democracy and freedom, and in educating today’s youth to cherish its values. These three values are translated into actions every day to bring about positive results through the work of hundreds of clubs and tens of thousands of dedicated Exchange Club members every day.

Swamp Toastmasters Club meeting
Aug 5 @ 6:00 pm

Aug
6
Fri
Kiwanis Club of Waycross
Aug 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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Afternoon Kayak
Aug 6 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join our Naturalist for an afternoon tour of the lake.
Limit: 8 people, minimum: 4; ages 12 and up; must be able to swim; ages 12-17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Pre-register at Visitor Center.

Tour will be canceled in event of inclement weather. $15 ($10, your equipment) $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Meteor Showers
Aug 6 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Join our Naturalist as we watch the dual meteor showers occurring tonight. Limit: 15 people, ages 8 and up; children must be accompanied by an adult. Register at Visitor Center by noon on the day preceding the event date.

Bring binoculars, a flashlight, and a blanket or lawn chair.

Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 912-287-4900

Aug
7
Sat
Birthday Party for Smokey
Aug 7 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Smokey the Bear is coming to Laura S. Walker State Park to celebrate his 77th Birthday. Join us at the Interpretive Center for games and crafts.
Pre-register at the Visitor Center. 912-287-4900 $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Game Time
Aug 7 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon of fun yard games and table games. Limited to 25 people, no minimum.
Bring insect repellent and bottled water.
Social distancing is required and masks are recommended. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Game Time
Aug 7 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon of fun yard games and table games. Limited to 25 people, no minimum.
Bring insect repellent and bottled water.
Social distancing is required and masks are recommended. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Meteor Showers & S’mores
Aug 7 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us as we gather around the campfire to roast s’mores while we watch the meteor shower occurring this evening.
Bring binoculars, insect repellent, flashlight, bottled water, and a blanket to lie on the ground. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Aug
11
Wed
Okefenokee Toastmasters Club meeting
Aug 11 @ 12:00 pm

Aug
12
Thu
Exchange Club Weekly meeting
Aug 12 @ 12:00 pm – 1:45 pm

Core Values

Each member of Exchange holds near to their heart three core values – Family, Community, and Country. Commitment to Family is interpreted not only as one’s own family needs, but also those of all American families. Strengthening families, with a focus on youth, is addressed in many ways through Exchange’s Programs of Service. Commitment to the Community where an Exchangite resides is the focal point for each club’s efforts. Exchange is unique as a service organization in that it has the flexibility to structure projects that target the specific needs of a particular geographic location, rather than being restricted to a certain cause. Commitment to Country was born in the aftermath of World War II, a time of unquenchable patriotism. Exchangites are proud to join veterans and other civic groups in promoting Americanism as the rich blessing of democracy and freedom, and in educating today’s youth to cherish its values. These three values are translated into actions every day to bring about positive results through the work of hundreds of clubs and tens of thousands of dedicated Exchange Club members every day.

Swamp Toastmasters Club meeting
Aug 12 @ 6:00 pm

Perseids Meteor Showers
Aug 12 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us as we watch the meteor shower occurring this evening. All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring binoculars, insect repellent, bottled water, a flashlight, and a blanket to lie on the ground. $5 parking. 912-287-4900.

Aug
13
Fri
Kiwanis Club of Waycross
Aug 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

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