Chattahoochee RiverLands

CANCELED: Volunteer workday with GA Audubon
2023-03-25 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | New RiverLands Park in Chattahoochee Hills, 8661 Campbellton Redwine Rd, Palmetto, GA, 30268, United States
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED BUT WILL BE RESCHEDULED LATER THIS YEAR
Volunteer workday with GA Audubon at Camp+Paddle Trail site. Please join us 9:00am-12:00pm for “Habitat Restoration Workday at RiverLands Park in Chattahoochee Hills”.
Georgia Audubon is working with Trust for Public Land to remove invasive species and restore native bird habitat at the Chattahoochee RiverLands Camp+Paddle Trail Site at RiverLands Park. Work will be supervised by Georgia Audubon, and we need your help.
Connect with the Georgia Audubon staff to learn the importance of native plants and habitats for birds and other wildlife while helping to remove non-native weeds and other undesirable species from the garden space.
We will plan to meet at the site GPS Coordinates: 33.52096° N, 84.81178° W

Sweep the Hooch
2023-03-25 | GA
Sweep the Hooch is an annual watershed-wide trash cleanup that brings together hundreds of volunteers each year at dozens of parks, tributaries, and access points along the Chattahoochee River.
Registration for Sweep the Hooch opens Tuesday, February 14, 2023. During registration, each volunteer will be required to sign the CRK Liability Waiver, which can be found here. This form will be authorized as an electronic signature during the registration process.
Please note that while we welcome children, they must be supervised at all times by an adult. Although a cleanup is not usually dangerous, it can be to an unattended child. Walkers and waders must be at least ten years old. If paddling solo, the paddler must be at least 15 years old. If paddling tandem, youth must be at least ten years old and accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old.
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CNPC Party for the Park
2023-03-21 18:00 - 21:00 | SweetWater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30324, United States
Help us support the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, while enjoying an evening out with the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy community. There will be SweetWater beverages, wine, delicious food, music and the opportunity to bid on some great outdoor-themed items at the silent auction.
Tickets can be purchased for a Wine Raffle when registering! The CNPC Board is donating a case of wine valued at over $300 that is sure to include some special selections.
The evening will be emceed by Broadway Actor and local personality Courtenay Collins who is known for her humor and larger than life personality.
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Standing Peachtree "Pakanahuili" Forgotten History Event
2023-03-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Standing Peachtree Greenspace, 2630 Ridgewood Road NW, Atlanta, GA, 30327, United States
Learn about the culture, lore, and history before and after the forced removal at the Historic Native American Village, Standing Peachtree, the origin of Atlanta’s famous “Peachtree” trademark. There will also be displays of the subsequent history and an optional short hike along Peachtree Creek to the confluence at the Chattahoochee River, with exciting updates for the vision of the 5-mile Riverwalk Atlanta Park and Greenway.
Presented by AtlantasUpperWestSide.com, with Riverwalk Atlanta, & Georgia Indigenous Diversity Consulting LLC with support from Atlanta City Council Members Mary Norwood and Dustin Hillis
Special Guest Speaker: William Lowe, MBA. Speaker of the Council of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation. With authentic drum and song by the Silver Ridge Singers.
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50th Conservation Project in Bolton
2023-03-11 08:45 - 13:00 | Buckhead Gymnastics and Cheer, 2351 Adams Drive NW, Atlanta, GA, United States
This will be the 50TH CONSERVATION PROJECT IN BOLTON organized by Friends of Bolton Parks, done by neighbors. Join us on this special 50th conservation project as we will clear privet, ivy and invasives from the wetlands of the Whetstone Creek. This is a special landmark and come celebrate it with us. We will have coffee donuts and tools.
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Chattahoochee Riverlands Ramble
2022-12-11 14:00 - 16:30, 2022-12-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-05 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-10-15 09:00 - 11:00 | 6260 Riverview Rd SE, 6260 Riverview Road Southeast, Mableton, GA, 30126, United States
Volunteer guides will lead you to points along the RiverLands Showcase site, where The Trust for Public Land and Cobb County will build a 4-mile section of greenway trail, trailheads, overlooks, and other amenities.
As we walk the “before” condition of the future RiverLands greenway trail, volunteers will give you an overview of the 100-mile Chattahoochee RiverLands vision, and provide information about this and other segments of the greenway and blueway.
The Ramble begins at Riverview Landing trailhead parking lot, the entrance to which is just south of the parking lot for Riverview Landing and the retail shops. Depending on what map app you use, 6263 Riverview Road on Apple maps, or 6260 on Google Maps, should give you an image of this parking lot.
Look for a TPL sign along the road.
Limited to 30 attendees. Rain or Shine.
Questions? Contact walt.ray@tpl.org
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Georgia River Network’s ChiliFest for Rivers
2022-10-11 18:00 - 21:00 | SweetWater Brewing Company, 195 Ottley Drive, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30324, United States
Tickets are on sale now for Georgia River Network’s second annual ChiliFest for Rivers fundraiser where guests enjoy endless bowls of homemade chili while raising money for Georgia’s rivers.

Come out to SweetWater Brewing Co. from 6-9 p.m. on October 11 to enjoy delicious brews, a chili cook-off contest and live music by Canyonland while celebrating Georgia’s rivers with our passionate network of supporters.

Click here to learn more about sponsorship and to enter the ChiliFest kayak raffle sponsored by Public Lands!

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Chattahoochee Riverlands Ramble
2022-09-17 09:00 - 11:30 | Whittier Mill Park, Whittier Mill Park, Atlanta, GA, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States
The event will explore the vision of the Chattahoochee RiverLands through a guided walk along the Chattahoochee River.
Join our volunteers to experience the “before” view of the Chattahoochee RiverLands greenway trail along the western boundary of the City of Atlanta, starting at Whittier Mill Park, just north of the Chattahoochee Brick site. We will walk from Whittier Mill Park to the River, then along the River to the proposed Lower Paul Avenue Park and back.
This is an easy walk, about three miles, some of it along an infrequently used rail spur. Wear sturdy shoes—it may be muddy and the trail is unimproved. Bring a water bottle. Long pants and long sleeves are recommended.
The entire walk should take about three hours, as we stop and talk along the way.
Tours begin at Whittier Mill Park. Limited to 30 attendees. Rain or Shine.
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Welcome to South Cobb Festival
2022-09-10 11:00 - 21:00 | The Eddy at Riverview Landing, 6255 River View Road, SE, Smyrna, GA, 30082, United States
Jammed pack with things to do, Welcome to South Cobb will elate the senses with sights, sounds and irresistible aromas along the Chattahoochee River. Local and national performances, popular food trucks and vendors, custom-crafted beverages, fun and games and yes, even a giant screen for dance-offs will make Welcome to South Cobb an experience like no other on Saturday, September 10, 2022. Kids also can enjoy a live-action dinosaur show at 11:30 a.m, 1 p.m. or 3 p.m., and a game truck, jumpy houses and more!
Skip the traffic and vibe all day at 6255 Riverview Road, SE in South Cobb. With food, entertainment, and everything you need for the perfect day and evening, we ask you that you leave your coolers at home for the optimal experience. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcomed. Invite a friend, bring your family, or come solo and enjoy our host of sponsors and partners. Logon to www.welcometosouthcobb.com for additional details.

Chattahoochee RiverLands Ramble
2022-05-22 15:00 - 17:30 | 6260 Riverview Rd SE, 6260 Riverview Road Southeast, Mableton, GA, 30126, United States
RiverLands Rambles are walks along the Chattahoochee River to discover the bold vision of the Chattahoochee RiverLands.

Volunteer guides will lead you to points along the RiverLands Showcase site, where The Trust for Public Land and Cobb County will build a 4-mile section of greenway trail, trailheads, overlooks, and other amenities.
As we walk the “before” condition of the future RiverLands greenway trail, volunteers will give you an overview of the 100-mile Chattahoochee RiverLands vision, and provide information about this and other segments of the greenway and blueway.
The Ramble begins at Riverview Landing trailhead parking lot, the entrance to which is just south of the parking lot for Riverview Landing and the retail shops. Depending on what map app you use, 6263 Riverview Road on Apple maps, or 6260 on Google Maps, should give you an image of this parking lot.
Look for a TPL sign along the road.
Limited to 30 attendees. Rain or Shine.

Picnic in the Park
2022-05-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Hewlett Field @ Island Ford, 1978 Island Ford Pkwy, Atlanta, GA, 30350, United States
Celebrate our local National Park and the community that supports it.
Enjoy cool drinks, food, games, music and more. FREE and open to the public; registration is limited and required to attend. Complimentary SweetWater beverages, Coke products and food will be available.
Park Superintendent Honious will provide a brief update on the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Ranger Hightower will have a table to share his knowledge of local wildlife, and have Junior Ranger Materials on hand.
Please bring your own picnic blanket.
Thank you to our sponsors REI Co-op and SweetWater Brewing Company.
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Chattahoochee RiverLands Ramble
2022-05-21 14:30 - 17:00 | Whittier Mill Park, Whittier Mill Park, Atlanta, GA, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States
Chattahoochee RiverLands Ramble May 21, 2:30pm-5:00
Whittier Mill to Lower Paul Avenue, and Back — about 3 miles

The event will explore the vision of the Chattahoochee RiverLands through a guided walk along the Chattahoochee River.
Join our volunteers to experience the “before” view of the Chattahoochee RiverLands greenway trail along the western boundary of the City of Atlanta, starting at Whittier Mill Park, just north of the Chattahoochee Brick site. We will walk from Whittier Mill Park to the River, then along the River to the proposed Lower Paul Avenue Park and back.
This is an easy walk, about three miles, some of it along an infrequently used rail spur. Wear sturdy shoes—it may be muddy and the trail is unimproved. Bring a water bottle. Long pants and long sleeves are recommended.
The entire walk should take about three hours, as we stop and talk along the way.
Tours begin at Whittier Mill Park. Limited to 30 attendees. Rain or Shine.
Questions? Contact walt.ray@tpl.org

Chattahoochee RiverLands Ramble
2022-04-30 09:00 - 12:00 | Whittier Mill Park, Whittier Mill Park, Atlanta, GA, Atlanta, GA, 30318, United States
Chattahoochee RiverLands Ramble April 30, 9am-12
Whittier Mill to Lower Paul Avenue, and Back — about 3 miles

The event will explore the vision of the Chattahoochee RiverLands through a guided walk along the Chattahoochee River.
Join our volunteers to experience the “before” view of the Chattahoochee RiverLands greenway trail along the western boundary of the City of Atlanta, starting at Whittier Mill Park, just north of the Chattahoochee Brick site. We will walk from Whittier Mill Park to the River, then along the River to the proposed Lower Paul Avenue Park and back.
This is an easy walk, about three miles, some of it along an infrequently used rail spur. Wear sturdy shoes—it may be muddy and the trail is unimproved. Bring a water bottle. Long pants and long sleeves are recommended.
The entire walk should take about three hours, as we stop and talk along the way.
Tours begin at Whittier Mill Park. Limited to 30 attendees. Rain or Shine.
Questions? Contact safae.amahrir@tpl.org
