Bat Night

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

An interactive program with a seminar on bat biology and a demonstration of various survey techniques. Registration required. Ages 18 & up. 7–9 p.m. $3 ACC residents. $5 non-residents. www.accgov.com/myrec

Yoga in the Park

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join for a breath-centered yoga class while immersed in nature. Suitable for beginners. Registration required. Ages 7 & up. 10 a.m. $5 (ACC residents), $7.50 (non-residents). 706-613-3620

Event Series Rivers Alive Cleanup

Rivers Alive Cleanup

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join the annual Georgia Waterway Cleanup as part of the largest single volunteer effort to beautify Georgia’s water resources. 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/riversalive

Tree Identification

UGA Arch US-78 BUS, Athens, GA, United States

Spend an afternoon learning how to identify native trees. 2​​–3:30 p.m. Free! www.accgov.com

Full Moon Hike

State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 S. Milledge Ave., Athens, GA, United States

During this two-mile hike discuss nocturnal plants and animals and moon folklore. 8 p.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/botgarden

Forest Bathing

Oconee Forest Park Behind Intramural Field, Athens, GA

A certified forest therapist-led immersive nature walk that introduces positive health strategies Shinrin-yoku. 10​​–11:30 a.m. FREE! www.athenstreecouncil.com

Fall Firefly Discovery Ride

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Join Trails and Open Space staff on this fun ride to learn about the history of the trail and future plans. 1​​–3 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com

Event Series Walk Into Wellness

Walk Into Wellness

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Relieve holiday stress with an hour walk suitable for all fitness levels. All ages. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec

Event Series Walk Into Wellness

Walk Into Wellness

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Relieve holiday stress with an hour walk suitable for all fitness levels. All ages. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec

Event Series Walk Into Wellness

Walk Into Wellness

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Relieve holiday stress with an hour walk suitable for all fitness levels. All ages. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec

Forest Bathing

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

A guided immersive experience in the forest with a master naturalist and forest therapy guide. Includes a tea ceremony from local plants. Ages 18 & up. 9 a.m.​​–12 p.m. $20​​–30. www.accgovga.myrec.com

Event Series Roaming Readers

Roaming Readers

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Bio Blitz

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Walk along the wooded trail area and record species using the iNaturalist app. No prior knowledge required. 9–11 a.m. FREE! www.acclibrary.org/oconee

Southeast Striders Walking Club

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

This is a guided introductory walk that will take one to one and a half hours depending on the group. 9 a.m. FREE! www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

Andrews Mill Clean Up

Carlton Lexington Road Bridge

Community volunteers are invited for an on-foot river clean up picking up trash. Bring gloves, carpool recommended. 9 a.m. FREE! www.brwa.org

Sasquatch Adventure

Tallassee Forest Athens, GA, United States

Join in the search for Sasquatch by learning how to spot animal signs, evaluate habitats and more during a moderately strenuous hike. Ages 10 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. $5 (resident), $7.50 (non-resident). www.accgovga.myrec.com/info/activities

5K Guided Walk

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk from Dudley Park to the Firefly Trail and North Oconee River Greenway. All fitness levels welcome. 9 a.m. FREE! www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

 

5K Guided Walk

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk from Dudley Park to the Firefly Trail and North Oconee River Greenway. All fitness levels welcome. 9 a.m. FREE! www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

Event Series Roaming Readers

Roaming Readers

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Total Solar Eclipse Event

Oglethorpe Co. Library 858 Athens Rd., Lexington, GA, United States

Solar glasses will be provided with activities and crafts for attendees to watch the eclipse. 1:30 p.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oglethorpe

5K Guided Walk

Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk from Dudley Park to the Firefly Trail and North Oconee River Greenway. All fitness levels welcome. 9 a.m. FREE! www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

Event Series Earth Week Privet Pull

Earth Week Privet Pull

Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United States

Discover Life, a local botanical group, sponsors this volunteer project to eliminate invasive growth at the sanctuary. Apr. 24–26, 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.discoverlife.org

Event Series Earth Week Privet Pull

Earth Week Privet Pull

Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United States

Discover Life, a local botanical group, sponsors this volunteer project to eliminate invasive growth at the sanctuary. Apr. 24–26, 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.discoverlife.org

Event Series Earth Week Privet Pull

Earth Week Privet Pull

Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United States

Discover Life, a local botanical group, sponsors this volunteer project to eliminate invasive growth at the sanctuary. Apr. 24–26, 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. FREE! www.discoverlife.org

EECP Philosopher’s Walk

Thomas Farm Preserve Watkinsville, Georgia

Join for a tour and development talk of the Thomas Farm Preserve. Registration required. 8 a.m.​​–12 p.m. FREE! ced.uga.edu

Event Series Roaming Readers

Roaming Readers

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Accessible Bird Hike

Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United States

Learn basic bird calls and observe a few identifying features of birds. All ages. Registration required. 8–10 a.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com

Miles for Moms Run/Walk

Milledge Avenue Baptist Church 1690 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA, United States

East Georgia Cancer Coalition is hosting its 10th annual 5K to raise awareness for all types of cancer. 8 a.m. $25. www.runsignup.com/milesformoms

5K Guided Walk

10 Water Street 10 Water Street, Watkinsville, United States

Southeast Striders Walking Club leads a round-trip walk starting and ending in historic downtown Watkinsville. All fitness levels welcome. 9 a.m. $4 (adults), FREE! (18 & under). www.southeaststriderswalkingclub.org

Business After Hours

Classic City Flowers & Nursery 10325 Double Bridges Rd, Winterville, Georgia

The Oglethorpe County Chamber of Commerce will host a gathering at the nursery with tours of the grounds and refreshments. 5:30–7 p.m. FREE! www.classiccityflowers.com

Shoal Lily Float

Broad River Campground 8181 Elberton Hwy., Tignall, GA, United States

Join the Broad River Watershed Association for this annual float and hike to see the shoal lilies. Email for registration and detailed directions. 9 a.m. $25. [email protected]

Event Series Roaming Readers

Roaming Readers

Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United States

Enjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee

Open Garden Days

ACC Cooperative Extension 275 Cleveland Road, Athens, GA, United States

Learn about pollinators, native plants, ornamental plants, raised beds, garden design and vegetables with an interactive garden tour. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! [email protected]