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Connect to nature through educational programs
CNC hosts programs year-round for children and families. Join us for educational experiences to help you get connected to nature. Programs are led by knowledgeable naturalists and wonderful community partners.
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Family Night Hike
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellCome and explore the sounds and sights of the forest. On the hike participants will keep their eyes and ears open for the calls of owls and maybe even spot some bats swooping down to feed on insects. Your evening with CNC also includes an animal encounter and a relaxing campfire where you can roast […]
Father’s Day Breakfast with Butterflies
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellHave you ever wanted some one-on-one time with several species of butterflies? Bring the entire family and celebrate dad with exclusive access to CNC’s Butterfly Encounter, where you can enjoy a light breakfast, experience various butterfly species, and explore the grounds prior to opening. Ages 4 to Adult; $25 general public/$15 CNC members (price per […]
Family Backyard Campout
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellHave you ever wanted to camp out in the great outdoors, but stay close to home? CNC offers a great opportunity to camp under the stars. Along with camping, you will go on a guided night hike, have an up-close experience with a live animal, and wrap up the evening with marshmallows roasting over a […]
Breakfast with Butterflies
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellHave you ever wanted some one-on-one time with butterflies? Join CNC for a family-friendly morning with exclusive access to CNC’s Butterfly Encounter, where you can enjoy a light breakfast, experience […]
Pee Wee Naturalists Summer Series
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellTuesdays: June 8, July 13, August 10; 9:45-11AM You, your budding naturalist, and a CNC naturalist will hike one of the trails on our 127 acres, have fun making nature crafts, and visit with CNC’s wildlife up close. With the spring, your child will learn about sprouting plants, baby birds and animals, and how pollinators […]
Family Night Hike
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellCome and explore the sounds and sights of the forest. On the hike participants will keep their eyes and ears open for the calls of owls and maybe even spot […]
Insect Pinning Workshop – New!
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellLearn the scientific art of preserving and pinning insects. These skills are used to study insects, create museum-quality displays, and for personal insect collections. Henning von Schmeling, CNC Operations Director […]
Opossum Breakfast – New!
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellRise and shine with CNC and one of its most popular resident animals. Enjoy a light breakfast alongside an opossum, and chat with CNC Wildlife Staff about how they care […]
Breakfast with Butterflies
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellHave you ever wanted some one-on-one time with butterflies? Join CNC for a family-friendly morning with exclusive access to CNC’s Butterfly Encounter, where you can enjoy a light breakfast, experience […]
Pee Wee Naturalists Summer Series
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellTuesdays: June 8, July 13, August 10; 9:45-11AM You, your budding naturalist, and a CNC naturalist will hike one of the trails on our 127 acres, have fun making nature crafts, and visit with CNC’s wildlife up close. With the spring, your child will learn about sprouting plants, baby birds and animals, and how pollinators […]
Family Night Hike
Chattahoochee Nature Center 9135 Willeo Rd, RoswellCome and explore the sounds and sights of the forest. On the hike participants will keep their eyes and ears open for the calls of owls and maybe even spot […]