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• Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer Workday

  • When
    14 Oct 2024
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area -Island Ford Unit
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  Monthly Wildlife Sanctuary (Pollinator garden) volunteer Workday

  Monday, October 14th

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  
  

  Join us for our monthly gathering bringing together gardeners, pollinator lovers, and all-around outdoorsy folks to spruce up our wildlife sanctuary! In partnership with Birds Georgia, we will remove invasive plants and help make the space welcoming for the friendly wildlife at the Island Ford unit of CRNRA.

  Registration is required to attend and is limited to 15 volunteers. 

  Location: Outside the Visitor Center of the Island Ford unit of CRNRA (8800 Roberts Drive, Sandy Springs, GA 30350). There are parking spots available just outside the garden area, near the Visitor Center.

  CRNRA requires a $5 daily parking fee or the purchase of a $40 annual pass. 

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.
  

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions. 

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. CNPC funds events like this through contributions from our generous donors and members. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• Cumberland Academy - Volunteer Workday

  • When
    18 Oct 2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Sope Creek - 3726 Paper Mill Rd Marietta, GA 30067
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  Private Group: Cumberland Academy Volunteer Work Day

  Friday, October 18

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  CRNRA - Sope Creek

  3726 Paper Mill Rd Marietta, GA 30067

  
  

  Join us for a rewarding volunteer work day for the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area! Please wear sturdy, weather-appropriate clothing as we come together to enhance our surroundings.

  Please consider carpooling, as parking is limited, ensuring a smoother and more eco-friendly experience for all participants. Thanks for your support!
  

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.
  

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions. 

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. CNPC funds events like this through contributions from our generous donors and members. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• Guided Wellness Hike led by Hike with Banji

  • When
    19 Oct 2024
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    8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  • Location
    Bowmans Island Trail-Lower Pool Parking Lot
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  GUIDED WELLNESS HIKE

  LED BY Hike with Banji
  

  Saturday, October 19th

  8:30 - 11:30 AM

  
  

  This month, we’re excited to partner with Hike with Banji for a guided wellness hike at Bowmans Island! We’ll start with deep Breathing with Nature exercises, followed by a few minutes of silent hiking to fully immerse ourselves in the beauty around us. Along the way, we’ll engage in Guided Affirmations, designed to promote positivity and inner calm. Whether you're seeking a moment of peace or simply looking to recharge, this hike will leave you feeling refreshed and grounded. 

  Please contact info@hikewithbanji.com with any questions.

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  Restrooms: In the Army Core of Engineers Parking Lot
  

  Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

  Bring: Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on a forest trail. Dress in layers so that you can adjust to changes in the temperature and activity level. A hat might be a good idea. Please bring adequate water, and you might include snacks. You may wish to bring binoculars and a hand lens. Note: A daily entrance fee or annual pass is needed.

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions.

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• Tree Identification with Trees Atlanta

  • When
    03 Nov 2024
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    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Powers Island Unit CRNRA 5450 Interstate North Parkway Sandy Springs, GA 30328
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  Tree Identification hike with Trees Atlanta 

  Sunday, November 3rd
  9:00 - 11:00 AM

  Join us for this 2-hour guided hike at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area's (CRNRA) Powers Island, co-led by Trees Atlanta and the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy! This is a more quiet spot that will provide the right opportunity to explore the trees of the area and begin to identify common invasive species. Learn about the Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy’s efforts to preserve the park units along the river. The CRNRA hosted 3.5 million park visits in 2020 - that's more than the Grand Canyon and Yosemite! While on your visit, you can learn more about how the City of Sandy Springs is participating in Trees Atlanta's One Million Tree Initiative and how you can get involved.

  About the Trees Atlanta Docents: Maxine and Kent Watkins live in Sandy Springs. In their free time, they enjoy hiking and exploring new parks. They've supported Trees Atlanta's mission for years by planting, pruning, and leading tours.

  Facilities: Restrooms are located in the parking lot

  Note: Please, no children under 12 and no dogs.

  Difficulty: Easy to Moderate, but the narrow dirt path can be challenging for those with mobility issues. 

  Limit: 20 persons

  There is a $5.00 fee to park at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, or use your annual CRNRA pass or an America the Beautiful pass.
  

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.
  

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions. 

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. CNPC funds events like this through contributions from our generous donors and members. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• Brixmor Volunteer Work Day

  • When
    08 Nov 2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Vickery Creek Bridge Entrance - 95 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30075
  • Spaces left
    27

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  Private Group: Brixmor Volunteer Work Day

  FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Join us for a rewarding volunteer work day for the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area! Please wear sturdy, weather-appropriate clothing as we come together to enhance our surroundings.

  Please consider carpooling, as parking is limited, ensuring a smoother and more eco-friendly experience for all participants. Thanks for your support!

  This workday will include working on the trails at Vickery Creek, including rehabbing, closing and maintanence. Please come in clothing you do not mind getting dirty. We always recommend pants and long sleeves when working on these projects to stay protected from any poison ivy and/or sun exposure.

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.
  

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions. 

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. CNPC funds events like this through contributions from our generous donors and members. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• EY Volunteer Work Day

  • When
    08 Nov 2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Gold Branch - 6156 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068
  • Spaces left
    40

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  Private Group: EY Volunteer Work Day

  FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8

  9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Gold Branch - CRNRA Unit

  6156 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068

  
  

  Join us for a rewarding volunteer work day for the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area! Please wear sturdy, weather-appropriate clothing as we come together to enhance our surroundings.

  Please consider carpooling, as parking is limited, ensuring a smoother and more eco-friendly experience for all participants. Thanks for your support!

  This workday will include working on the trails at Gold Branch, including rehabbing, closing and maintanence. Please come in clothing you do not mind getting dirty. We always recommend pants and long sleeves when working on these projects to stay protected from any poison ivy and/or sun exposure.

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.
  

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions. 

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  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. CNPC funds events like this through contributions from our generous donors and members. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• International Observe the Moon Night

  • When
    16 Nov 2024
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    7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30022

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  International Observe the Moon Night

  Saturday, November 16th

  Drop-In Crafts at 7:00 pm
  Program 7:30 – 9:30 pm

  
  

  International Observe the Moon Night unites people across the globe in a celebration of lunar observation, science, and exploration. Use telescopes and binoculars to view the mountains, valleys, cracks formed by lava, and crater chains of the moon. Pay homage to our constant companion in the night sky and get to know its vast plains: the Sea of Cold, the Sea of Crises, the Sea of Tranquility.

  Come join astronomers, neighbors, and new friends for storytelling, crafts, a campfire, and viewing our friend the moon - on the same night as fellow earthlings around the world!

  Bring marshmallows if you want to roast them over the campfire.

  Location: Chattahoochee River Environmental Education Center, 8615 Barnwell Road, Johns Creek, Georgia, 30022

  Parking is limited and carpooling is encouraged.

  Facilities: Located in the Center’s Lodge.

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  This event will take place rain or shine, however it will be rescheduled in the event of severe weather including thunderstorms or flood warnings. Participants will be notified by email the morning of the event (or sooner) should an event need to be rescheduled due to weather.

  Please contact info@chattahoocheeparks.org with any questions.

  __________________________________

  Chattahoochee National Park Conservancy (CNPC)'s mission is to build a community of support for the CRNRA and promote stewardship of its natural and cultural resources. Join CNPC today to help preserve our park for future generations!

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• Party for the Park

  • When
    25 Mar 2025
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Roswell Mill - 85 Mill St, Roswell, GA 30076

  
  

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