Growing tomorrow's
nature enthusiasts a $9.7 million campaign

Each year, CNC educates 44,000 students about the wonders of nature, 16,000 (36%) of whom come from title I schoolS

For nearly a half-century, CNC has inspired countless visitors of all ages who encounter captivating experiences that open their eyes to the natural world around them. While exploring the trails, they may hear the tut-tut-tut of the Downy Woodpecker or spot the lemon-yellow Summer Goldfinch; they may hike the soft, sloping earth at the riverbank or glimpse the nighttime scamper of a “bandit”-masked raccoon.

CNC is a well-established attraction whose recent investments are drawing new visitors and visibility. We aim to harness that momentum through our Growing tomorrow’s Nature enthusiasts campaign, a $9.7 million initiative to elevate Chattahoochee Nature Center’s status as the nature destination for the region.

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Jim Stokes

Co-chair, Growing tomorrow’s nature enthusiasts campaign

“As a board member, I have always been proud of how sustainable the Chattahoochee Nature Center is from a financial perspective, with over 50% of its annual income coming from earned revenue. With that in mind, and given the success of our last campaign, the Center is in a strong position to embark upon this new campaign, which will ultimately mean many more kids learning about nature. That’s really what it’s all about.”

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Kingfisher Hall Renovation

Renovation: $6,650,000

Improvements Include
- Significantly increased camp
  and education capacity, which
  will eliminate the summer
  camp waitlist.
- Repairing, replacing,
  and modernizing vital
  infrastructure, such as the roof and HVAC system.
- A seamless transition into the surrounding nature through large natural-light-producing windows and garage doors.
- A new porch overlooking the surrounding landscape.
- Stained and sealed concrete flooring.
- A new catering kitchen for special events.
- Updated furnishings and
  technology for camp and other
  educational programs.

Eco Learning Pavilion

Renovation: $1,255,000

Improvements Include
- A new 1,600 square-foot pavilion to host school groups, summer camps,
  and other year-round educational activities. It will also serve as an
  eye-popping new rental space. The air-conditioned facility will nearly double this footprint’s current
  capacity—from 60 to 100 people.
- A new 2,400 square-foot
  amphitheater with seating overlooking Heron Pond.

Unity Garden Improvements

Renovation: $670,000

Improvements Include
- Sun and rain covering.
- Electrical infrastructure.
- Composting toilets (exploring)

Enhanced Visitor Experience Projects

Renovation: $175,000

Improvements Include
- Garden space and nature-inspired playscapes in themed exhibits along existing trails.
- Playscape possibilities include a beaver’s dam near Beaver Pond, climbing stones with geological markers, and a model eagle’s nest near the aviary.
- Includes education and interpretive signage.

Safety & Accessibility Enhancements

Renovation: $950,000

Improvements Include
- A new secure entrance that allows us to control visitor access.
- Campus renovations to provide ADA-accessible restrooms, building
  entrances, and elevator access to the second floor of Kingfisher Hall.
- New sidewalks.
- New landscaping, signage, fencing, and stormwater management infrastructure to elevate Chattahoochee Nature Center’s profile and presence along Willeo Road.

Questions about the Capital Campaign and how you can be part of a historic opportunity growing tomorrow’s nature enthusiasts? Email David Miles at development@chattnaturecenter.org

Campaign Committee

Jim Stokes, Campaign Co-Chair
Alston & Bird (Retired)
Bob Hagan, Campaign Co-Chair
Sterling Healthcare
Chris Sawyer, Honorary Chair
Alston & Bird (retired)
Sandi Buttram
Aprio
Nick DiLuzio
Forisk Consulting
Ben Haislip
The Home Depot

Rick Hirsekorn
Jacobs (Retired)

Harriette Hoyt
Business Consultant

Lisa Hyde

ShootProof
Mike Rieman
Cookerly Public Relations
Helen Tapp
FPT-WRT Holding Co., LLC

Join us on this journey. Visit us. Support us through your donation. help us highlight all the riches nature has to offer.

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Growing tomorrow's
nature enthusiasts a $9.7 million campaign

Each year, CNC educates 44,000 students about the wonders of nature, 16,000 (36%) of whom come from title I schoolS