Give the Hooch Some 💙: Birthday Service Week – Trail Day @ Columns Dr

Event details

Wrap up the week of birthday festivities with a hands-on trail maintenance day at Cochran Shoals! As we celebrate the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area’s 47th year—established on August 15, 1978—this event gives volunteers a chance to show their love for the park by helping care for the trails that connect thousands of visitors to nature each year.

Volunteer Activity:

Volunteers will assist with trail upkeep and restoration, which may include removing debris, pruning overgrowth, smoothing trail surfaces, and enhancing the safety and accessibility of popular hiking paths.

What We’ll Provide:

• Trash bags
• Gloves (sizes available for youth and adults)
• Tools for trail work (rakes, loppers, etc., limited supply)

What to Bring / Wear:

• Closed-toe shoes (required for trail work)
• Weather-appropriate clothing (light layers, hat, etc.)
• Refillable water bottle
• Bug spray and sunscreen (recommended)
• A love for nature and a willingness to pitch in!

Minimum age for our volunteers is 10 years old. Any volunteer 17 or under must be accompanied by an individual who is 18 or older.

Register to Attend here: https://chattahoocheeparks.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F21460%2Fstorefront%2F123965