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Naturalist's Walk
Join naturalists as we discover the beauty of the season. Bring binoculars, a camera, and a sense of adventure.
Ages: All (children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult).
Dates: April 25th, 2026
Times: 10-11 AM
Fee: free
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Babies and Beasties
Babies & Beasties Series
Join us for a series of classes structured for toddlers and their guardians. Explore nature, learn about animals, go on hikes and make nature crafts.
Ages: 18 months - 2 years, with accompanying adult.
Dates: May 7th, 14th, 21st
Time: 10:00 - 10:45am
Fee: Preregistration required two days before start of series. $12/ACC resident; $18/Non-resident; SCNC Members get 10% discount
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Knee High Naturalists
Knee High Naturalist
Join nature center staff every other Wednesday as we explore the property and become green naturalist.
Ages: 3-5 years, with adult
Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Fee: $24 ACC Resident, $36 Non-resident, 10% discount for SCNC Member. Preregistration required online
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Journey Through the Stars
Join us for our planetarium program in the Sky Center. We will journey through the night sky, exploring the great beyond.
Ages: Ages 5 and up. CHILDREN UNDER 13 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A REGISTERED ADULT. Anyone under 5 will not be admitted into the program. Children must be able to sit in the dark through the program portion.
Pre-registration is required.
Time: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Fee: $5/ACC resident, $8/Non-resident. This program is not scholarship eligible.
March 21st- Spring Skies and Equinox: What is and equinox? See what is visible in our Spring Night Sky.
April 18th- Name That Planet: Think you know your planet facts? Come test your knowledge with this planet game show. Small prizes will be available.
May 9th- May the 4th be Later: Come compare star wars to our night sky. Costumes and trekkies are welcome.
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Oconee Rivers Audubon Society Monthly Meeting
The Oconee Rivers Audubon Society meets the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Sandy Creek Nature Center from October - May. Meetings are open to the public.
Check our calendar to confirm the date and location (we occasionally meet on the UGA campus). We invite speakers from a wide spectrum of backgrounds to present on topics ranging from conservation to paleontology.
http://www.oconeeriversaudubon.org/
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Birding with Technology
Who's that little brown bird? Join Trails and Open Space staff on a nature walk to uncover all of the friends flying around our backyards. Learn who’s who using old school and new school techniques. We will be highlighting smart phone apps Merlin Bird ID by Cornell Labs and Audubon Bird ID, feel free to download these to your phone prior to the program to be able to utilize them along our walk. Staff member will have an iPad utilizing the app in case you are unable.
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First Saturday Park Play
Join Leisure Services staff on the first Saturday of each month discovering the wonders of nature. Family groups will engage in hikes, games, and activities where we learn, build, and explore. Activities will rotate throughout the seasons. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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First Saturday Park Play @ Ben burton
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05/02/2026
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Ben Burton Park - Trail
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Come learn, build and play with us in Ben Burton Park. We meet in the fielf just over the bridge on the first saturday of each month. Activates vary
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Bring Back Your Backyard: Invasives 101
Join us to learn more about Athens' most unwanted yard guests and how you can safely and effectively evict them. We will discuss what an invasive species is, why they aren't the best yard plants, and how to identify some of the most common invasives in Athens. Then we will offer up some practical ways to treat and remove them from your yard.
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Kite Day
Celebrate National Kite Month with Leisure Services! Take part in the high-flying whimsical fun of kites while enjoying the Spring weather. Kite-making stations, kite-flying demonstrations, and other fun activities for all ages. Bring your own kite or borrow one of ours. This program is designed as a drop-in activity for anyone and everyone to participate in kite-themed fun!
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04/18/2026
11:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sandy Creek Park - Pavilion #2
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Enjoy National Kite Month at Sandy Creek Park with kite-flying and other kite-themed activities.
No registration is required. Loaner kites are first-come first-served. Staff will be available to assist with program activities for the duration of the event.
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WATER You Painting?
Join Memorial Park and the Water Conservation Office for a paint-by-numbers watercolor evening on April 21st, from 6-7pm. Participants will receive a watercolor goodie bag and giveaways from the Water Conservation Office while learning tips on saving water at home.
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