‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Forest Bathing
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesA guided immersive experience in the forest with a master naturalist and forest therapy guide. Includes a tea ceremony from local plants. Ages 18 & up. 1–3 p.m. $20–30. www.accgovga.myrec.com
Birding with Technology
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy a nature walk and use a variety of apps to help identify birds. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
First Day 5K Trail Run
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesRun into the New Year with the park rangers on this moderate trail route. 9 a.m. & 10 a.m. $5 (parking). www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Hiking 101
Walker Park 200 Trail Creek St., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn the basics of a successful hike and receive a starter kit with some essentials for the trail. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $7 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Monday Mindfulness
Easley Mill Trailhead 470 Oconee St, Athens, GeorgiaEnjoy a lightly guided walk along a section of the Greenway Trail, with curated stops for Qigong flow meditation and observing nature. 8:30 a.m. FREE! www.mindfulnessmeetups.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Monday Mindfulness
Easley Mill Trailhead 470 Oconee St, Athens, GeorgiaEnjoy a lightly guided walk along a section of the Greenway Trail, with curated stops for Qigong flow meditation and observing nature. 8:30 a.m. FREE! www.mindfulnessmeetups.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Valentine’s Day Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesA guided paddle on the river for all ages and experience levels. Registration required. 5 p.m. $15. www.facebook.com/WatsonMillBridge
Valentine’s Moonlight Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a guided hike and discover local trails by moonlight. 8 p.m. $3. www.facebook.com/WatsonMillBridge
Environmental Philosopher’s Walk
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesThe Lilly Branch Bird Club will lead a bird watching walk. Binoculars provided. 10 a.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/lillybranchbirdclub
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Naturalist’s Walk
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin naturalists on a walk to discover the wonders of spring. 10 a.m. FREE! www.sandycreeknaturecenterinc.org
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Environmental Ethics Philosopher’s Walk
Piedmont Preserve 180 Winston Dr., Athens, United StatesTake a tour of the 50-acre greenspace Piedmont Preserve. 10 a.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/eecp_uga
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
UGA 5K Guided Campus Walk
Parking Lot E07 250 River Road, Athens, United StatesSoutheast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting at Parking Lot E07 on campus. 9:45 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
5K Guided Walk
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSoutheast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting and ending in Sandy Creek Park. All fitness levels welcome. 9:45 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org
Froggy Spring Fling
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about local amphibians then search the property for a few. Bring a flashlight and closed-toe shoes. Registration required. 7 p.m. $5 (ACC resident), $8 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com
Environmental Ethics Philosopher’s Walk
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin UGA’s Environmental Ethics Certificate Program and the ATL Chapter of Feminist Bird Club for a morning of birding. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.instagram.com/eecp_uga
Historic Mills Discovery Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin local historians on a hike to learn about the history of the park and visit the newly discovered mill site. 1 p.m. $5. www.explore.gastateparks.org
‘Normal’ Run
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin the Athens Road Runners for a 1–3 mile run that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Second and fourth Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Friday Night Paddle
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesBring your own boat or use one of the provided single or tandem kayaks for a peaceful evening on the water. Ages 12 & up. 8 p.m. www.accgov.com/sandycreekpark
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 1 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
5K Trail Fun Run
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a park ranger on a fun group run through various areas of the park. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! 706-783-5349
Historic Mills Walking Tour
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a park ranger to learn about the history of the park and enjoy a 3-mile hike. Registration required. 2 p.m. FREE! 706-783-5349
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 1 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 2 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Birding by The Bridge
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about birding basics on this two-mile hike. 9:30 a.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Paddle to Protect
Big Dogs on the River 2525 Atlanta Highway, Athens, United StatesLocal paddle guide Oconee Joe will lead the trip and share historic and ecological knowledge about the river, with proceeds benefitting the Middle Oconee Conservation Corridor Initiative. 9 a.m. $95. www.oconeeriverlandtrust.kindful.com/e/paddle-to-protect-1
5K Trail Fun Run
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesJoin a park ranger on a fun group run through various areas of the park. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! 706-783-5349
Morning Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led morning paddle on the river. Registration required. 9 a.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 1 p.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia. 1 p.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Birding by The Bridge
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about birding basics on this two-mile hike. 9:30 a.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Tree ID Hike
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about local plant life on a guided walk. 11 a.m. $5. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Stream Ecology
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about the local wildlife found in the creeks and rivers around the park. 2 p.m FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river and view the sunset. Registration required. 7:30 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Morning Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 9:15 a.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
A Bridge to the Past
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesLearn about history of Watson Mill Bridge with a tour through the longest covered bridge in Georgia plus visits to the old mill and power plant ruins. 11:30 a.m. FREE! www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
Summer Solstice Paddle
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 650 Watson Mill Road, Comer, United StatesEnjoy a ranger-led paddle on the river. Registration required. 7:45 p.m. $15. www.gastateparks.org/WatsonMillBridge
