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Roswell Fine Arts Alliance Spring Gallery
March 3 - June 2; Open Daily The Roswell Fine Arts Alliance presents this quarter’s gallery hanging that highlights beautiful mixed-media paintings by talented local artists. The spring exhibition is centered on the beautiful blooms that are the hallmark of the start of this popular season. Works are available for purchase. Purchase admission tickets in […]
EcoTinker Science Stations
March 15 - May 31, Daily Explore the connection between STEM and nature at our tech and tinker stations. Learn about recycling and consumer science at 5 interactive stations. Consider questions like: What is trash? Where does it go? How does it affect the world around us? What can I do to make a difference? […]
Pop-Up Tomato and Pepper Sale
Pop-Up Tomato and Pepper Sale
Stop by CNC to shop for multiple classic and unique varieties of tomatoes and peppers. Varieties include slicing, cherry tomatoes, and heirloom quality tomatoes, as well as sweet and hot peppers. The plants available are all grown in the Unity Garden so they are great for this area. All plants will be in 2 inch […]
Nature Merit Badge
Nature Merit Badge
Scouts will discover food webs, discuss the differences between vertebrates and invertebrates in Georgia, and learn how and why plants and animals are important to each other. CNC’s Certified Merit Badge Counselor will guide scouts outdoors in identifying a variety of Georgia plants and animals. In addition, scouts will make a plaster animal track to […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Afterschool Programming April and May Series Mondays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 OR Wednesdays: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 OR Fridays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7 Welcome to Kids Naturalist Club! Our April/May sessions will be themed around Bugs and Blooms! Formerly known as Kingfisher Kids, this fun series is a new, […]
3 events,
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Afterschool Programming April and May Series Mondays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 OR Wednesdays: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 OR Fridays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7 Welcome to Kids Naturalist Club! Our April/May sessions will be themed around Bugs and Blooms! Formerly known as Kingfisher Kids, this fun series is a new, […]
4 events,
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Afterschool Programming April and May Series Mondays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 OR Wednesdays: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 OR Fridays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7 Welcome to Kids Naturalist Club! Our April/May sessions will be themed around Bugs and Blooms! Formerly known as Kingfisher Kids, this fun series is a new, […]
Date Night on the River
Date Night on the River
Grab a babysitter or grab your date and come relax on this adult-only evening paddle. Bring your own picnic dinner and arrive early at 4:30PM so you can enjoy it at Don White Park. Then at 5PM, guides will lead you on a 2.5-hour sunset trip. All equipment is provided. Ages 21+; $35 general public/$30 […]
5 events,
Reptile Photography Workshop
Reptile Photography Workshop
Join Atlanta based nature photographer Eric Bowles for a unique workshop focused on native reptiles as the subject. The workshop includes classroom time to discuss technique, equipment and tips, as well as private encounters with live snakes and turtles handled by educators from CNC. We will include a segment on focus stacking and focus shift […]
Spring Family Canoe Day
Spring Family Canoe Day
This introduction to canoeing on Beaver Pond is for first-time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults coming back to the sport. CNC's canoe guides will spend extra time going over paddling techniques and equipment, as well as lead races and games to practice. Admission to CNC is included so bring a picnic lunch and […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
4 events,
Canoe Merit Badge
Canoe Merit Badge
Discover all about canoes, the safety involved in different paddling strokes, and how to rescue a swamped boat. Learn how to canoe and practice your new skills while paddling on one of CNC’s ponds. Prerequisites for this merit badge are successful completion of the BSA swim test and first aid. $45 per scout. Advanced registration […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Afterschool Programming April and May Series Mondays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 OR Wednesdays: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 OR Fridays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7 Welcome to Kids Naturalist Club! Our April/May sessions will be themed around Bugs and Blooms! Formerly known as Kingfisher Kids, this fun series is a new, […]
4 events,
Virtual Storytime by the River – New!
Virtual Storytime by the River – New!
CNC's storytellers will join you online to encourage your child's participation by acting out movements and sounds of storybook characters. CNC will make the best nature stories come alive. Stories are geared towards ages 6 and under. FREE for all! Join us live on the Facebook event the day of the program. Stories are geared […]
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Kids Naturalist Club – April and May Series
Afterschool Programming April and May Series Mondays: April 12, 19, 26, May 3 OR Wednesdays: April 14, 21, 28, May 5 OR Fridays: April 16, 23, 30, May 7 Welcome to Kids Naturalist Club! Our April/May sessions will be themed around Bugs and Blooms! Formerly known as Kingfisher Kids, this fun series is a new, […]
3 events,
Spring Bird Seed Fundraiser Pick up
Pre-order April 12-18; Pick-up in store May 7-9 Gear up for Migratory Bird Day by stocking up at CNC’s Spring Birdseed Sale. Order your Cole’s premium birdseed and support your feathered friends as well as CNC. Members save 15% on birdseed purchases. Ready to order? Visit the link below and the option to order will […]
4 events,
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
6 events,
Mother’s Day Family Canoe Day
Mother’s Day Family Canoe Day
Celebrate Mom (or grandma) with this introduction to canoeing on Beaver Pond for first time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults coming back to the sport. CNC's canoe guides will spend extra time going over paddling techniques and equipment, as well as lead races and games to practice. Admission to CNC is included so […]
Mother’s Day Special
Mother’s Day Special
Visit the nature center on Mother's Day and moms get in FREE!! Bring a picnic, enjoy CNC programs, walk the Wildlife Walk or walk the trails!
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Virtual Nature at Home Series
Virtual Nature at Home Series
Join CNC for a live, mini-lesson, from the comfort of your own home, backyard, or wherever you join! Great for homeschool students and anyone wanting to learn about nature! The May lesson is connected to CNC's EcoTinker Science Stations themes. After the virtual lesson, schedule a visit on-site and explore the science stations, or pick […]
4 events,
Pee Wee Naturalist Spring Series
Pee Wee Naturalist Spring Series
Tuesdays, March 9, April 13, May 11; 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 […]
Homeschool Naturalists Spring Series
Homeschool Naturalists Spring Series
Tuesdays, March 9, April 13, May 11; 1:30-3PM This new series, modeled after our popular PeeWee Naturalist program, welcomes elementary-age students to learn with us all around CNC’s 127 acres. The series includes live animal encounters, and rich lessons and activities led by a CNC Naturalist. Students will help guide the learning and theme, and […]
3 events,
Date Night on the River
Date Night on the River
Grab a babysitter or grab your date and come relax on this adult-only evening paddle. Bring your own picnic dinner and arrive early at 5:30PM so you can enjoy it at Don White Park. Then at 6PM, guides will lead you on a 2.5-hour sunset trip. All equipment is provided. Ages 21+; $35 general public/$30 […]
3 events,
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
5 events,
Mammal Merit Badge
Mammal Merit Badge
Earn your Mammal Study Merit Badge with hands-on experience with CNC’s own mammal biofacts like furs, skulls and tails. Learn how CNC acquired these biofacts and spend time with one of CNC’s non-releasable mammals. Discuss how important mammals are to our Chattahoochee River’s ecosystem with one of CNC's naturalists. $40 per scout; Advanced Registration Required […]
Wine vs. Beer
Wine vs. Beer
Join the Chattahoochee Nature Center, Deep Roots, Reformation Brewery, and Big Oak Tavern for a fun evening of food, beer, and wine. Chef Nate from Big Oak Tavern has created a fantastic five-course menu. Deep Roots has selected a wine pairing for each course and Reformation Brewery selected the beers. Your job is to eat […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Homeschool Hike – New!
Homeschool Hike – New!
Get your hiking shoes on for a mid week guided hike along our beginner-friendly trails. Prepare to be walking along our woodland trails and join a CNC hike guide to learn more about the natural world this spring. Open to homeschool families, or anyone who may want to join! Adults must accompany any child participating, […]
3 events,
Date Night on the River
Date Night on the River
Grab a babysitter or grab your date and come relax on this adult-only evening paddle. Bring your own picnic dinner and arrive early at 5:30PM so you can enjoy it at Don White Park. Then at 6PM, guides will lead you on a 2.5-hour sunset trip. All equipment is provided. Ages 21+; $35 general public/$30 […]
4 events,
Spring Family Canoe Day
Spring Family Canoe Day
This introduction to canoeing on Beaver Pond is for first-time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults coming back to the sport. CNC's canoe guides will spend extra time going over paddling techniques and equipment, as well as lead races and games to practice. Admission to CNC is included so bring a picnic lunch and […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Nature Club Dine and Discover: Elkmont and the Synchronous Fireflies with Jeff Veal
Nature Club Dine and Discover: Elkmont and the Synchronous Fireflies with Jeff Veal
Join Jeff Veal, National Park Service ranger in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, over Zoom for this virtual Nature Club Dine and Discover presentation. Jeff will share information on Elkmont and the synchronous fireflies. A look at the history of Elkmont, Tennessee, nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and […]
3 events,
Date Night on the River
Date Night on the River
Grab a babysitter or grab your date and come relax on this adult-only evening paddle. Bring your own picnic dinner and arrive early at 5:30PM so you can enjoy it at Don White Park. Then at 6PM, guides will lead you on a 2.5-hour sunset trip. All equipment is provided. Ages 21+; $35 general public/$30 […]
4 events,
Spring Family Canoe Day
Spring Family Canoe Day
This introduction to canoeing on Beaver Pond is for first-time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults coming back to the sport. CNC's canoe guides will spend extra time going over paddling techniques and equipment, as well as lead races and games to practice. Admission to CNC is included so bring a picnic lunch and […]
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Spring River Canoe Trip
Spring River Canoe Trip
Get ready for another amazing canoe season with CNC. Take a leisurely 2.5-hour evening paddle with the nature center’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. Along the way […]
3 events,
Memorial Day Family Canoe Day
Memorial Day Family Canoe Day
Take advantage of this day off with a relaxing paddle on CNC’s Beaver Pond for first time paddlers, families with young kids, or adults coming back to the sport. CNC's canoe guides will spend extra time going over paddling techniques and equipment, as well as lead races and games to practice. Admission to CNC is […]
3 events,
Georgia Nature Photographers Association Exhibition
June 2 - August 3; Open Daily Georgia Nature Photographers Association presents this quarter’s gallery hanging that highlights beautiful photographs shot by talented members of the organization. Works are available for purchase. The exhibition is open during regular Chattahoochee Nature Center hours and does not require admission. (Included with General Admission and Free to CNC […]
Virtual Storytime by the River – New!
Virtual Storytime by the River – New!
CNC's storytellers will join you online to encourage your child's participation by acting out movements and sounds of storybook characters. CNC will make the best nature stories come alive. Stories are geared towards ages 6 and under. FREE for all! Join us live on the Facebook event the day of the program. Stories are geared […]
2 events,
Date Night on the River
Date Night on the River
Get a babysitter or grab your date and come relax on this adult-only evening paddle. Bring your own picnic dinner and arrive early at 5:30 pm so you can enjoy it on our grounds. Then at 6 pm, guides will lead you on a 2.5-hour sunset trip. All equipment is provided. Ages 21+; $35 general […]
3 events,
22nd Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival
22nd Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival
SPECIAL THANKS TO $12 general admission / $10 CNC Members; price per person; ages 2 and under free Pre-sale for CNC Members - April 28 General Public - May 5 The 22nd Annual Flying Colors Butterfly Festival will delight everyone as we celebrate all things pollinators! Visit with live butterflies at the Butterfly Encounter for […]
Summer River Canoe Trips
Summer River Canoe Trips
Come and take a leisurely evening 2.5-hour paddle with CNC’s experienced canoe guides, while learning all about the environment of the Chattahoochee River. This trip is a great first-time experience or a fun way to reconnect with the river you already treasure. On the trip, participants will look for wildlife and learn about the wetland […]