1. Arabia Mountain's Diamorpha April 12th

Take a hike through Arabia Mountain, to find the vivid red Diamorpha. Changing from green, to red, to white. Its a sight to see. They are expected to reach their peak on April 12th this year. So be on the lookout! What is Diamorpha? Diamorpha is a genus of family Crassulaceae. It is monotypic, including only the species Diamorpha smallii, an endemic of the southeastern United States. It becomes active in late fall and winter, blooms in late March, then dies.

2. Loggerhead sea turtles nesting along the Georgia Coast

June 1st- July 31st

"Explore the beach at night, and learn about the amazing journey of loggerhead sea turtles nesting along the Georgia Coast. These popular programs begin with a 30-45 minute presentation at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center about the natural history of sea turtles, followed by a guided beach tour in search of a nesting turtle.

Turtle walks will be conducted June 1 – July 31* (*Except July 4th) with two nightly programs at 8:30 and 9:30 P.M. Reservations are required as group size is limited by DNR permit restrictions (25 per group maximum) and programs fill quickly.

Rates:
Walk Only-
$7 per person (Members)
$14 per person (Non-members**)
**Price does not include general admission into the Georgia Sea Turtle Center

Combo Ticket-
Sea Turtle Center admission + Turtle Walk $20 per person
**Includes 1 day general admission to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center & 1 Turtle Walk.

Additional Information:
* Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Due to the time and nature of these walks, we require that children be at least 4 years of age.
*Doors will open for Turtle Walks at 8:15 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. for their respective walks. You are more than welcome to arrive early and wait outside until the appointed time.
* Participants must provide their own transportation from the GSTC to the beach. You may follow your walk guide via caravan to ensure that you reach the meeting location.
* During the Turtle Walk presentation the hospital area will not be accessible. However, you are welcome to visit the Center during its normal visiting hours with a general admission purchase or combo ticket!
* While we try our best to find a nesting turtle on the beach, we cannot guarantee that you will see one.
* For the safety of the turtles and compliance with the Jekyll Island Lighting Ordinance, flashlights, camera and video camera lights are not allowed on the Walks. Infrared night vision cameras are allowed at the discretion of the walk guide and/or GSTC Staff. Walk Guides will have a special, turtle-friendly, approved flashlight.

All proceeds Turtle Walks help to offset operational costs, including the rehabilitation of our patients."

http://www.goldenisles.com/tour/turtle-walks

3. Sunflower Fields Peek- Mid June to the end of July

Here are two farms I recoomend-

The Anderson's Sunflower Farm in Cumming GA, has been going on for 20 years.Open 8:30 am -8:30 pm, 7 days a week while they are in bloom. Rain or shine! They only last 3-4 weeks so make plans to come on out soon! Professional photographers $35 per client/family. All other patrons $10 per car. Cut your own or pick from our pre cut selection. $8 per half dozen and $12 for dozen. THERE ARE BEES, SO IF YOU ARE ALLERGIC BEWARE! was officially opened last year on TUESDAY, JULY 28th at 8:30am to August 10th week.

Sunflower Farm in Rutledge, Georgia, and the Sunflower Farm Festival each July. For only 30 days (June 15-July 15) each year, blooms are at their most statuesque height, and Wes Holt and his family open their 15-acre farm to those who marvel at these beauties.

Directions: 1430 Durden Road, Rutledge, Georgia; take I-20 East to Exit 105 and follow the signs
Cost: $8 for a weekend pass, $5 for kids (4-12), $12 for couples and $25 for families; children under 4, military and veterans get in free. Free parking with shuttles throughout the weekend.

4. Super Moon August 10th

When is the next Super Moon?

The next two will be on Aug. 10 and Sept. 9. The August full moon will be the closest full moon this year, with the distance separating the Earth and moon at only 222,000 miles. Native Americans refer to July's full moon as the Thunder Moon, The Buck Moon of the Hay Moon.

5. Wild Flowers in Cloudland Canyon March 16- April 17th

"Take a walk through Sitton's Gulch to observe the abundance of blooming wildflowers in our limestone rich soil. Using a checklist and identification books, we will identify and record many of the species in bloom. We will hike 1 mile on a flat trail by the river. Ages 10 and up. Advanced reservations required."-gastateparks.com

Location
Cloudland Canyon State Park
122 Cloudland Canyon Park Road
Rising Fawn, GA 30738

Dates-

Wednesday, March 16th 2016 (3pm-5pm)

Sunday March 20th, 2016 (3pm-5pm)

Saturday, March 26th, 2016 (10am- 12pm)

Monday, April 4th, 2016 (3pm-5pm)

Saturday, April 9, 2016 (3pm-5pm)

Sunday, April 17th, 2016 (10am-12pm)

5 Dates every Georgian needs to put on their calendar