Come walk on the wild (and winged) side! Join the National Park Service for a magical twilight stroll through the Cochran Shoals unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. As twilight falls, we’ll head into the woods—not for vampire baseball, but to spot real nocturnal flyers: bats! This stretch of riverside, forest, and meadow […]
Birding is more than just watching birds! It is a pathway to well-being rooted in nature, while fostering a community centered around care—for self, for others, and for the planet. The The Power of Birding: Art, Community and Well-being summer series conducted in partnership with Patagonia highlights how birding connects to wellness, creativity, and environmental […]
Start your morning with the sounds of birds! Join the National Park Service for a peaceful guided walk through the Johnson Ferry North unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. We’ll explore a variety of habitats—gravel trails, boardwalks, and forest paths—during prime bird activity hours. Whether you’re new to birding or already know your warblers […]
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: $25 […]
Join us for an afternoon of discussion and collaboration on how to protect and improve Proctor Creek. This in-person event will take place on Fri, July 18, 2025 at Washington Park Library. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with fellow community members and make a difference in our neighborhood. See you there! We'll be discussing some of […]
Chattahoochee Riverkeeper is pleased to host this paddle cleanup in partnership with Chattahoochee Hills, Trust for Public Land, and Heard County Outfitters. We will be paddling 6 miles from the New Riverlands Park to the Coweta Riverside Park south of Atlanta. This section has moderate moving water and perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers. Specific trip […]
Birds Georgia is working with Trust for Public Land to remove invasive species and restore native bird habitat along the Chattahoochee RiverLands, and we invite you to join us! Work will be supervised by Birds Georgia, and we need your help. RiverLands Gateway Park, once open in 2026, will be a regional trailhead and will […]
Join Quail Georgia's State Coordinator as we sssearch the park's diverse habitats for some super sssleek friends of the reptile style. WE SSSEARCH THE PARK’S DIVERSE HABITATS FOR SOME SUPER SSSLEEK FRIENDS OF THE REPTILE STYLE This event is FREE with park admission ($5 day pass)
Hit the trail with National Park Service Naturalist Jerry Hightower for a scenic loop hike through the oak-hickory forests and ridge tops of Vickery Creek! We’ll pass towering native Umbrella Magnolias, lush ferns, wildflowers, and rugged cliffside plants that thrive in dry, shallow soils. This moderately strenuous hike offers gorgeous views and a chance to […]
