Park History
Who built our bridge?
Washington W. King
What aquatic mammal has a creek and a trail named after it here in the park?
Beaver
This evergreen species is commonly found in the park. It is known for its dense cones and roughly palm sized needles.
Loblolly Pine
This US President had a large impact on conservation. He established Pelican Island, the first National Wildlife Refuge in the US, created the US Forest Service, and co-founded the Boone and Crockett Club
Theodore Roosevelt
What Georgia state park has the longest covered bridge?
Watson Mill Bridge
When was the bridge built?
1885
What common crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk) mammal at the park is a favorite among hunters?
White-tailed Deer
This invasive plant is also the "Hedge" of UGA's Sanford Stadium.
Chinese Privet
Where does the majority of government conservation efforts' funding come from?
The sale of fishing and hunting licenses
Name 1 park known for having deep ravines
Cloudland Canyon, Providence Canyon, Tallulah Gorge
Who is our park named after?
Gabriel Watson
What invasive spider is common at the park?
Joro
This tree is commonly found near water, and is very identifiable due to its unique flaky bark.
River birch
What is the term for an animal that is only found in one specific region.
Ex: Pigeon Mountain Salamander
Endemic species
What state park is a designated dark sky area?
Stephen C. Foster
What company is responsible for the raceway/hydroelectric plant, as well as the original land donation for the park?
Jefferson Mills
What large bird is sometimes seen fishing near the river? Hint: It is the symbol of the Audubon Society
Great Egret
This edible fungi species is unique due to its shape, which resembles an ear.
Jelly Tree Ear/Wood Ear
This figure was known as "The Father of Preservation" due to his support for the creation of the national parks. He was an author, philosopher, outdoorsman, naturalist, and founder of the Sierra Club.
John Muir
What park has the highest elevation?
Black Rock Mountain
When did this area become a state park?
1971
What animals do we look for during our Creek Critter Hike/ What are some bio-indicator species?
Amphibians, specifically Southern two-lined salamanders.
Macroinvertebrates like crayfish, stonefly, mayfly, dragonfly larvae, and midgefly.
This tree is a member of the Juglandaceae family. It is the most commercially sought after tree in North America due to unique colors and patterns found in its wood.
Hint(Found in the field in front of the visitor center)
Black walnut
When was the national park service created?
1916
What state park is the oldest?
Indian Springs