Camp Charlie
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
Arrive at the campground in Folkston between 4-6 pm. Set up camp with mentors and enjoy fun activities, cookout, and campfire.
SATURDAY
Travel to Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to enjoy guided tours of the swamp and historic sites, followed by evening activities at the campsite.
SUNDAY
More activities like birding and fishing. Depart at noon.
SPONSOR
Friends of Laura S. Walker State Park
Friends of Crooked River State Park
Friends of Stephen Foster State Park
PARTNERS
Sowing Seeds Outside the Walls
Thank you to the partner organizations of the Okefenokee Protection Alliance for your support of Camp Charlie at the Okefenokee.
Camp Charlie at the Okefenokee
November 4-6, 2022
Folkston, GA
Is your family interested in camping, but not quite comfortable enough to go it alone? Then Georgia’s Camp Charlie is for you.
Camp Charlie is a planned weekend of camping and hands-on outdoor activities. The program primarily targets families who would like to experience the outdoors with their children but may lack the knowledge, skill, equipment, and self-confidence to venture very far into the “wilds”. Thanks to support from Friends of Georgia State Parks, we will be headed to the Okefenokee this fall. Volunteers, mentors, and first-time campers from the Folkston area will join together to experience the wonders of the swamp. It’s a time to relax, enjoy friends and family, and get comfortable spending time in the outdoors.
Each family will have a mentor to make sure everyone feels welcome and has a great experience.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
Any family in the Folkston area interested in learning more about camping and enjoying a weekend in the outdoors.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
NOTHING. You just need to get you and your family to and from the campsite. Food, camping equipment, transportation and activities will be provided once at the campsite.
WHAT TO BRING?
Sleeping bag or sheets/blanket and any other personal items.
WHAT TO BRING?
If your family is interested in participating, please apply online ASAP. Deadline to submit application is October 1. Space is limited. Notifications of selected families will begin to go out October 1.