Come get “wild” at the Keeping Georgia Wild Festival at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center near Mansfield, Georgia, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat., May 19, 2018. Be one of the first 500 kids to register and get a free t-shirt!
Free admission includes an array of activities that focus on Georgia wildlife, conservation, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Kids can try archery, fishing, shooting sports, tree climbing and a mini-boat ride led by Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ conservation rangers. Live animal presentations, face painting, solar viewing with the Charlie Elliott Astronomy club, and exhibitors displaying wildlife-themed booths add to the festivities. We will even have special events happening in other parts of the property! New this year is a gun safety event with Law Enforcement at the shooting range. Attendees will also get to enjoy a free hot dog lunch.
Sponsors of this year’s event include the Georgia Wildlife Federation, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Outdoors and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
Before you leave the Charlie Elliott property, be sure to stop by the Visitors’ Center to tour the museum and take advantage of special sales in the gift shop. For more information, visit http://georgiawildlife.com/KeepingGAWILD, or call 770-784-3059.
