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September 7, 2026

Friends Of Sloppy Floyd Volunteers Continue Tradition Of Supporting Local State Park

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Visitors to Georgia’s state parks see the trails, picnic shelters, campgrounds, lakes and other amenities, but much of the work that helps improve and preserve those parks is supported by volunteers working behind the scenes.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia DNR Revitalizes Statewide Water Safety Program

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The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is revitalizing a statewide program aimed at preventing drownings and other water-related injuries, with hundreds of new life jackets being made available to people enjoying Georgia’s lakes, rivers and other waterways.

February 23, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

2026 Georgia State Parks Pass Now Available; Fees Increase This Year

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The 2026 Friends of Georgia State Parks Annual ParkPass is now available, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and giving outdoor enthusiasts a way to enjoy Georgia’s state parks while supporting them directly.