5K Guided Walk
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesSoutheast 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 StatesSoutheast 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
Roaming Readers
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy 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 StatesSolar 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 StatesSoutheast 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
Firefly Discovery Ride
Firefly Trail Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Trails and Open Space staff on this fun ride to learn about the history of the trail and future plans. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Earth Week Privet Pull
Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United StatesDiscover 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
Earth Week Privet Pull
Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United StatesDiscover 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
Earth Week Privet Pull
Shoal Creek Sanctuary 275 Blue Heron Drive, Athens, United StatesDiscover 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, GeorgiaJoin for a tour and development talk of the Thomas Farm Preserve. Registration required. 8 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! ced.uga.edu
Roaming Readers
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy 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 StatesLearn 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 StatesEast 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 StatesSoutheast 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, GeorgiaThe 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 StatesJoin 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]
Roaming Readers
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Open Garden Days
ACC Cooperative Extension 275 Cleveland Road, Athens, GA, United StatesLearn 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]
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Southeast Striders Walking Club 5K & 10K
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a guided walk around Athens followed by lunch. 8:15 a.m. (registration), 8:30 a.m. (walk). $4 (children under 18 FREE!). 904-704-8402
Firefly Discovery Ride
Firefly Trail Athens, GA, United StatesJoin Trails and Open Space staff on this fun ride to learn about the history of the trail and future plans. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. FREE! www.accgovga.myrec.com
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Roaming Readers
Oconee County Library 1925 Electric Avenue, Watkinsville, GA, United StatesEnjoy a morning walk around Wire Park, and talk about books (or anything). First Thursdays, 10 a.m. FREE! www.athenslibrary.org/oconee
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Accessible Bird Walk
Wild Birds Unlimited 1850 Epps Bridge Pkwy, Athens, GA, United StatesEnjoy the beauty of nature, learn about local bird species and connect with fellow bird enthusiasts. Registration required. 8 a.m. FREE! www.facebook.com/wbuofathensga
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Secret Creek Adventure
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesTake a guided creek walk and explore with a snack break. Registration required. 9:30 a.m. $5 (ACC resident), $8 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Walk Into Wellness
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesGet moving alongside and meet others in the community, with each walk focusing on a different health topic. Ages 8 & up. Registration required. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Athentic Cycling Group
Athentic Brewing Co. 108 Park Ave., Athens, GA, United StatesCyclists of all skill levels are invited for a no-drop group ride that starts and ends at Athentic Brewing. Every other Thursday, 6 p.m. FREE! www.athenticbrewing.com
Night Hike
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesExperience nature in a different light and discover local trails by moonlight. 7:15 p.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Bats’ Night Out
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesLearn about local bat populations and how to help them, then go on a guided hike. 6 p.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/myrec
Rivers Alive Cleanup
Dudley Park 100 Dudley Park Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin 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
Night Hike
Southeast Clarke Park 4440 Lexington Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesExperience nature in a different light and discover local trails by moonlight. 6:45 p.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/myrec
Naturalist’s Walk
Sandy Creek Nature Center 205 Old Commerce Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin naturalists on a walk to discover the wonders of fall. 10 a.m. FREE! www.accgov.com/scnc
Autumn Splendor Lakeside Loop Hike
Sandy Creek Park 400 Bob Holman Rd., Athens, GA, United StatesJoin leisure services for a seven-mile day hike around Lake Chapman and view the fall foliage. Registration required. 10 a.m. $3 (ACC resident), $5 (non-resident). www.accgov.com/parks
‘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
‘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