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

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