Join Self-Preservation Society and West Atlanta Watershed Alliance for a friendly introduction to kayaking with Sylvester Pierce—an ACA-certified instructor and founder of the Self-Preservation Society. Whether you’re a total beginner or just looking to get back on the water, this is a great chance to learn the basics in a supportive setting. Registration Cost: $10 […]
Join us for a rewarding and meaningful day of community service. Each month Birds Georgia leads a volunteer workday focused on sprucing up the Island Ford wildlife sanctuary for the upcoming seasonal change! In partnership with Birds Georgia, we will be completing varying tasks including: - Removing Invasive Species: Help us remove invasive plants that hinder […]
Music. Nature. Chill. Repeat. Sunset Sips brings you music from local artists at this laid back, family-friendly event. Explore the grounds and river boardwalk to soak in the sunset and discover evening wildlife. Pack a picnic, bring a chair and settle in on our great lawn or covered pavilion to unwind in nature! Details […]
Join the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy for a guided paddle series in partnership with Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)! Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or brand new to the river, this is your chance to experience the beauty of the Chattahoochee from a whole new perspective. Each trip highlights a different stretch of the river, from […]
Join Us for our Second Saturday Sweep: Chattahoochee Community Cleanup! Each month, Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy hosts a cleanup at one of the park units along Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. It is a great way to explore more of the beautiful 66 miles of trails and 48 miles of river the National Park Service […]
Beat the heat and join National Park Service Ranger Jerry Hightower for a refreshing summer walk at Island Ford! We’ll explore the pond, visit Falling Branch to uncover hidden stream life, and stroll along the riverbank where wildlife sightings abound. Keep an eye out for geese, ducks, a great blue heron fishing in the shallows—or […]
Leaves, Twigs, Natural Pigments & Mud—Oh My! Join Ranger Jerry Hightower and our awesome volunteers for an evening of nature-inspired creativity and campfire fun! We’ll collect leaves, twigs, and other natural goodies to create collages, mix up some earthy paint, and even make mud art (yes, mud!). Come early with a picnic, then stick around […]
The 47th Annual Possum Trot 10K and Fun Run will have a virtual and in-person registration option. The in-person race is a Fun, Flat and FAST course along the banks of the Chattahoochee River! The race is an important Community event for CNC and the proceeds benefit environmental education programs focused on the Chattahoochee River […]
Join WAWA and friends for a fun day of hiking, paddling, and exploration in one of Georgia’s most beautiful state parks! We’ll start the day with a guided hike through Sweetwater Creek State Park, exploring wildlife, plant life, and stories from the land. After a relaxing lakeside picnic, we’ll head to the water for a […]
