A coalition of environmental organizations delivered more than 24,000 petition signatures and nearly 300 pieces of artwork from children to Gov. Brian Kemp’s office Thursday, urging him to permanently protect the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. The groups, which included Environment Georgia, Garden Club of Georgia, Georgia Interfaith Power and Light and others, called on the governor to support pending legislation to ban future surface mining on the refuge’s Trail Ridge, a geological featur

Take a nature break with us in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge for #WorldWetlandsDay today! | Defenders of Wildlife

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The 2021 Light Show offers a magical experience for all ages! Walk down enchanting pathways illuminated by thousands of sparkling Christmas Lights! Enjoy hot chocolate and apple cider while you roast marshmallows and build S'mores over firepits. Plan ahead and bring a blanket to snuggle close to your loved one as you ride the Christmas train through a forest of lights while listening to classic holiday carols! Plan your visit to the Okefenokee Swamp Park, tickets are available online https://oke

4K views · 78 reactions | The Okefenokee Swamp Park 2021 LIGHT SHOW is in full swing! Here's a sneak peek of the entrance to the park, just follow the Christmas lights! Tickets are available online https://okeswamp.org/event/2021-light-show/?instance_id=23 | Okefenokee Swamp Park | Facebook

77K views · 1.9K reactions | Do Nothing For Two Minutes Take two minutes, turn up the volume as we take you to the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia. Videographer: Charles Schultz https://cbsn.ws/2S8v7xm | CBS Sunday Morning | Facebook