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Southern Forest World, Waycross, GA

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Southern Forest World

A non-profit tree museum and learning center in Waycross focused on forestry history in southeast Georgia.

1440 N. Augusta Ave., Waycross, Georgia 31503 · Waycross, GA

About Southern Forest World

Southern Forest World is a non-profit tree museum and learning center in Waycross that presents the past and present of forestry in southeast Georgia. Visitors can see exhibits on how forest materials have been used, a well-known preserved dog exhibit called Stuckie, and an outdoor playground. Indoors, a tree with a spiral staircase adds to the experience. The site also has a small gift shop and welcomes school groups, camps, and other organized visits, and parties can be arranged outside regular hours.

  • #forestry
  • #tree museum
  • #learning center
  • #non-profit
  • #family-friendly

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