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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 […]
Butterfly Encounter
Special Thanks to: June 7 - August 8; Open Daily Grab your friends, your family, or even a date and head to CNC for the year’s most popular exhibit! Join hundreds of live soaring and sleeping butterflies in CNC’s outdoor, tented Butterfly Encounter. Photo opportunities abound, be sure to bring your camera! Nectar and host […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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LifeSouth Blood Drive
LifeSouth Blood Drive
There is a critical need for all blood types right now! CNC is making it easy for you to help by hosting a Mobile Blood Drive via LifeSouth. There will be […]
Butterfly Encounter Photographer’s “Flappy Hour”
Butterfly Encounter Photographer’s “Flappy Hour”
Calling all photographers! The photography community is encouraged to mix and mingle at the Butterfly Encounter to meet with photographer friends and swap techniques and shots. Amateurs and professionals alike […]
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 […]
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Summer Family Canoe Day
Summer 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 […]
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 […]
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Breakfast with Butterflies
Breakfast with Butterflies
Have 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 several species of butterflies, and explore the grounds prior to opening. Ages 4+; $25 general public/$15 CNC members (price per person). Register by the Thursday […]
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 […]
Sundays on the River Concert featuring Kevin Bales Jazz Quartet
Sundays on the River Concert featuring Kevin Bales Jazz Quartet
Presented by Northside Hospital Special Thanks to Lee J. Howard Entertainment What better way to wrap up the weekend than an evening under the stars listening to live music with […]
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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 […]
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Pee Wee Naturalists Summer Series
Pee Wee Naturalists Summer Series
Tuesdays: 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 […]
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Sunset Sips featuring Carly Burruss
Sunset Sips featuring Carly Burruss
Doors open at 6:30PM and music begins at 7PM With a wicked sense of humor, a storyteller's heart, and sweet nature, Carly Burruss is the epitome of country. Her whimsical, […]
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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 […]
3 events,
Summer Family Canoe Day
Summer 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 […]
Environmental Science Merit Badge
Environmental Science Merit Badge
CNC’s Certified Merit Badge Counselor will give scouts while earning this badge, a taste of what it is like to be an environmental scientist, making observations, and carrying out experiments to investigate the natural world. Ages 13+. $45 per scout; Advance Registration Required by Thursday, August 12.Â
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 […]
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Summer Adventures Day
Summer Adventures Day
PRESENTED BY Who is ready for an event filled with adventure? Learn about canoeing, campfires, and more from your friends at CNC and local partners. A day of fun activities […]
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 […]
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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 […]
Family Night Hike
Family Night Hike
Come 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 […]
2 events,
Summer Family Canoe Day
Summer 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 […]
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 […]
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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. Register by […]
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 […]
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Sunset Sips featuring Eclectic Roots Ensemble
Sunset Sips featuring Eclectic Roots Ensemble
Doors open at 6:30PM and music begins at 7PM Uniting humanity with the melody every single time..... The Eclectic Roots Ensemble (ERE) began in the winter of 2001 and has […]
The Nature Club Dine and Discover: Walk with a Doc Atlanta
The Nature Club Dine and Discover: Walk with a Doc Atlanta
Join Dr. Dwana Bush and Hal Schlenger over Zoom for this virtual Nature Club presentation. The presentation will focus on how Walk with a Doc Atlanta has brought walking with friends among nature to Chattahoochee Nature Center and nearby parks. The best thing about the program is that you’re invited on the journey. Dr. Bush […]
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Family Yoga
Family Yoga
Stretch like a turtle on a log! Reach like a raptor grabbing prey! Join CNC and Live UR Yoga for yoga in nature this summer, and start your day off energized. Bring your own yoga mat, currently, mats are unavailable. All ages are welcome. Purchase admission tickets in advance to secure a date and time […]
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 […]
2 events,
Habitat Restoration
Habitat Restoration
Come help us restore the woodlands at the Chattahoochee Nature Center! We will be working to remove invasive English Ivy, Privet, and other non-natives in our woodlands to encourage native […]
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 […]
1 event,
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 […]