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 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 […]

Join Ranger Jerry Hightower for a leisurely summer hike through lush wetlands and along the river’s edge! We’ll spot wildflowers, birds, and maybe even some wildlife as we explore one of the Chattahoochee’s designated National Wildlife Viewing Areas. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of the area’s natural and cultural history—from farmland to thriving floodplain […]

Join the National Park Service and Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy for a cool summer walk around Island Ford to observe areas in need of trail restoration to chat about the upcoming trails plan for Island Ford. We will walk to Falling Branch to discover the amazing stream life. Make sure to grab your water shoes or […]