Take a hike with Leisure Services.
First Day Hike
Start the year off on the right foot! Join ACC staff on New Years Day hike on local trails. Make sure you have clothing for the weather, comfortable shoes, and water.
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Hike into History
Take a guided hike with Leisure Services staff and friends. Learn about the social, economic, and natural history of our public spaces. Park secrets will be revealed!
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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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Out of County Hiking Adventures
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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Hot Chocolate Hike
Join us for a leisurely hike around the Birchmore Trail. We will start and end in the Memorial Park Rec Hall to warm up with coffee and hot chocolate. Bring a travel mug if you want to sip on the trail!
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Audiobook Hike
Take your story on the go! In partnership with Athens Regional Library, join us for a refreshing walk on the trail while listening to the audiobook of your choice. This program combines the joy of reading with the benefits of light exercise and time outdoors.
Bring your favorite way to listen to your audiobook, headphones, and walking shoes and we’ll provide the beautiful trail and community atmosphere. After the hike, enjoy snacks, drinks and the chance to swap listening recommendations with fellow participants.
Who: 8 and up
When: 3rd Saturday of each month, 9:30am-11:30am
Where: Check each month for a new location
Fee: Free
What to Bring: Phone/device with downloaded audiobook, headphones, water bottle
Walk at your own pace, enjoy the story you love, and connect with others along the way!
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