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Night Hikes
Discover local trails by moonlight! Come along on our guided night hike. Enjoy activities that enhance the beauty and magic of our forest at night.
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Night Hike at Southeast Clarke 
8y and up N/A Sa  06/21/2025
08:45 PM - 10:00 PM
Southeast Clarke Park - Trails 		$2.00 Res, $4.00 Non-Res

Sasquatch Adventure
Willing to hike off trail in search of cryptids? Evaluate evidence with an open mind and a good sense of humor? Interested in exploring a large tract of land in search of clues? Sign up for Sasquatch Adventure! Fearlessly this group, led by highly trained government staff will search for animal sign, evaluate habitat, experiment with calls and other techniques in search of Sasquatch. Wear clothes and shoes appropriate for hiking. Pack in water and a snack for this strenuous backwoods adventure. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sasquatch Adventure Tallassee Forest 
11y - 100y N/A Sa  04/26/2025
10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Tallassee Forest 		$5.00 Res, $8.00 Non-Res
Wear closed toed shoes for hiking. Bring along a small pack with water, snack and needed personal items. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Hike into History
Take a guided hike with ACC staff and friends. Learn about the social, economic, and natural history of our public spaces.
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Hike Into History @ Ben Burton Park 
8y - 100y N/A Sa  07/19/2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ben Burton Park - Trail 		$3.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Take a guided hike with ACC staff and friends. Learn about the social, economic, and natural history of our public spaces.

Introduction to Sustainable Trails Workshop
Interested in how to site, build, and maintain a pedestrian natural surface trail? Curious about the tools and techniques we use to build the trails you enjoy? Just want to get your hands dirty in the woods on a Saturday? Join Trails and Open Space staff for this family friendly workshop! Learn all the basics of safe tool usage and trail construction in this fun, hands-on 2 hour session.
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Introduction to Sustainable Trails Workshop * CANCELED
10y - 100y N/A Sa  04/05/2025
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Sandy Creek Nature Center - Trails 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
 
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Introduction to Sustainable Trails Workshop 
10y - 100y N/A Sa  05/03/2025
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Sandy Creek Nature Center - Trails 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res

Forest Bathing Experience
We invite you to take a moment to invest in your health and wellbeing through a guided immersive experience in the forest with our facilitator, Heather Matherly, who is a Master Naturalist and Forest Therapy Guide. You can expect a safe and gentle walk with instructions to help relax and focus the mind on the present. The walk will end with a tea ceremony from local plants Cost: $20 residents/ $30 non-residents
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Forest Bathing Experience 
18y and up N/A Sa  06/21/2025
01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Sandy Creek Park - Trails 		$20.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res

Hiking 101
Join us to learn the basics of a fun and successful hike! Discover the need to knows of safety, comfort, and fun while exploring a natural surface trail. This is an ideal opportunity if you are interested in getting out in nature but have questions and want extra help on how to start exploring. Each guest will receive a starter kit with a few essentials to ensure you feel confident on the trail. This program is open to all ages, children are welcome with an adult.
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Hiking 101 at Southeast Clarke Park * CANCELED
5y and up N/A Sa  04/12/2025
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Southeast Clarke Park - Trails 		$5.00 Res, $7.00 Non-Res
 
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Hiking 101 at Memorial Park 
8y and up N/A Sa  07/26/2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Memorial Park - Birchmore Trail 		$5.00 Res, $7.00 Non-Res

Nature Nomads
Join the Trails and Open Space team for a guided hiking adventure outside of the county! Whether you're new to the area, don't have reliable transportation for longer drives, or simply prefer to explore with a group, this program is perfect for you. Each trip is designed to bring you back to Athens by 3 pm, so you can even make it back in time to pick up your kids. Come enjoy a day of hiking with us and discover new trails in a fun, supportive environment!
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Sawnee Mountain Preserve 
18y - 99y N/A W  04/30/2025
09:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sandy Creek Nature Center - Trails 		$10.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
Indian Seats Overlook: 3.6 mile moderate looped hike with scenic overlook. Moving time should be around 2 hours.

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