Sawnee Mountain Preserve
Sawnee Mountain Preserve
Home of Forsyth Outdoors
4075 Spot Road, Cumming, GA 30040
770-781-2217
Visitor Center hours: M-Sa 8:30-5:00 Trails open 7 days, 8:00-dark
​ ADVENTURE AND NATURE CAMPS
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CANEY CREEK NATURE CAMP - Ages 4-6. Explore the wonders of Caney Creek Preserve and learn about the plants and animals that live in this unique park. This camp includes nature walks, crafts games and more! For ages 4-6. $90
Jul 8-12 9:00am-12:00pm Activity # 364922-A
Jul22-26 9:00am-12:00pm Activity # 364922-B
YOUNG MOUNTAINEERS CAMP - Ages 4-6. Explore the trails of Sawnee Mountain while learning about the plants and animals that live in the forest. This camp includes nature walks, crafts games and more! This camp meets at the Bettis Tribble Gap entrance of Sawnee Mountain Preserve. $90
May28-31 Exploring the Forest 9am-12pm Activity # 263809-A
Jun 3-7 Going Buggy 9am-12pm Activity # 363809-A
Jun 10-14 Habitat Detectives 9am-12pm Activity # 363809-B
Jun 17-21 Animal Expo 9am-12pm Activity # 363809-C
Jun 24-28 Scales and Tales 9am-12pm Activity #363809-D
Jul 8-12 Animal Olympics 9am-12pm Activity #363809-E
Jul 15-19 Nature Senses 9am-12pm Activity #363809-F
Jul 22-26 Art in Nature 9am-12pm Activity #363809-G
Jul 29-Aug 2 Winged Wonders 9am-12pm Activity #363809-H
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EXPLORER CAMP - Ages 7-9 Campers will hike, explore nature, climb trees, play games and learn about the natural world. Activities include tree climbing and zip-line. $135
May28-31 Outdoor Survival 9am-3pm Activity # 263220-A
Jun 3-7 Art in Nature 9am-3pm Activity #363220-A
Jun 10-14 Earth Energy 9am-3pm Activity #363220-B
Jun 17-21 Wonderful Wildlife 9am-3pm Activity #363220-C
Jun 24-28 Going Green 9am-3pm Activity # 363220-D
Jul 8-12 Jaws and Claws 9am-3pm Activity # 363220-E
Jul 15-19 Rocks, Minerals, Fossils 9am-3pm Activity # 363220-F
Jul 22-26 Outdoor Survival 9am-3pm Activity # 363220-G
Jul 29-Aug 2 Wet and Wild 9am-3pm Activity #363220-H
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ECO-ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 10-12 Campers will explore weekly themes while traveling to various locations for fun and adventure. Activities include tree climbing and tree top canopy walk. $185
Jun 3-7 Georgia History 9am-4pm Activity # 363520-A
Jul 15-19 Water Adventures 9am-4pm Activity # 363520-B
Jul 22-26 Wildlife Investigations 9am-4pm Activity # 363520-C
Jul 29-Aug 2 Habitats of Georgia 9am-4pm Activity # 363520-D
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TWEEN NATURE TREK - Ages 10-12 This camp experience will maximize outdoor adventures and foster a deeper connection with the natural world through engaging and theme related activities. $140
May 28-31 Outdoor Survival 9am-3pm Activity #264820-A
Jun 10-14 Alternative Energy 9am-3pm Activity #364820-A
Jun 17-21 Wildlife Science 9am-3pm Activity #364820-B
Jun 24-28 Green Living 9am-3pm Activity # 364820-C
Jul 8-12 Jaws and Claws 9am-3pm Activity #364820-D
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ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 12-15 Campers will never forget this week of games, initiatives, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, swimming, canoeing and zip-lining. Professional instructors will provide campers with safe and fun experiences. Campers will soar, zip, climb, crawl, and swing through the most unique and exhilarating adventure course in Georgia. $200
Jun 3-7 8:30am-4pm Activity #363120-A
Jul 15-19 8:30am-4pm Activity #363120-B
FLEET OF FEET ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 12-15 If you are ready for a week of exploration and fun, this camp is for you. Professionally trained instructors will take campers on a voyage to new heights while maintaining a safe, fun and enriching environment. This action packed week includes hiking and swimming at Tallulah Gorge, rock climbing on Sawnee Mountain, mountain biking at Haw Creek and Blankets Creek, caving at Petty Johns Cave and a day at Dawsonville’s Challenge Course. All equipment will be provided. $200
Jun 10-14 8:30am-4pm Activity # 363620-A
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WHITEWATER KAYAK CAMP - Ages 12-15 Campers will be introduced to the world of whitewater kayaking in a safe, fun and enriching environment. Through the guidance of our experienced instructors campers will learn the basic elements of whitewater kayaking and water safety, including wet-exits, forward and reverse sweep strokes, braces, peel outs, eddy turns, ferries and river reading skills. All of the skills taught build a strong foundation for recreational river running. All kayaks, helmets, paddles and PFD’s are provided. $190
Jun 17-20 8:30am-4pm Activity # 360620-A
Jul 22-25 8:30am-4pm Activity # 360620-B
WATERFALLS OF GEoRGIA ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 12-15 Campers will experience some of the most beautiful places on earth as they visit north Georgia waterfalls. Professional instructors will take campers hiking and swimming at Anna Ruby Falls, Panther Creek Falls, Jacks River Falls, Raven Cliff Falls and the waterfalls of Tallulah Gorge. Campers will also learn about water ecology. $160
Jun 24-28 8:30am-4pm Activity # 363320-A
WET AND WILD ADVENTURE CAMP - Ages 12-15 The name says it all for this paddlers dream adventure camp. Experienced instructors will ensure campers have a safe, fun and enriching experience as they canoe, kayak, and stand up paddle board on beautiful North Georgia lakes and rivers. Campers will also learn about water ecology, conservation and water quality. All equipment will be provided. $200
Jul 8-12 8:30am-4pm Activity# 363420-A