Join local Herbalist Staci Rieder to find medicinal plants in the Preserve during this insightful herbal walk and talk. As you connect with nature, Staci will share the healing properties of some wild herbs and introduce participants to medicinal plants, often called weeds, commonly found in our Atlanta yards. This Personal Chef and Integrative Nutrition […]
Savor great experiences in the Preserve with Brooke Vacovsky, the Certified Beekeeper of Southeast Beescapes, as you taste harvest from Blue Heron and other apiaries. You learn about the health benefits of honey, see the Blue Heron apiary, and find out about Brooke's exciting work across Atlanta as a beekeeper. Bee inspired! SIGN UP […]
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for Volunteer Day! Roll up your sleeves and help us preserve the Preserve we all love so much. Weather permitting. Cancelled if raining and/or temperatures are above 95 by 9:00am.
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for Volunteer Day! Roll up your sleeves and help us preserve the Preserve we all love so much. Weather permitting. Cancelled if raining and/or temperatures are above 95 by 9:00am.
It’s sure to be a Hoot! Bring your little ones for a morning of owl-exploration! Learn, play, and explore like an owl through stories, crafts, and other sensory experiences. This is a family program designed for children ages 0-5. Register for this event here.
Ever wonder what an owl eats for breakfast? This program will give children the opportunity to discover just that! Learn about the different types of owls that live in Georgia, and get an up-close look at what they like to eat. This is a family program designed for children ages 6-12. Register for this event […]
This evening hike is the perfect opportunity to look and listen for owls. Learn about the natural history of owls and how to identify their calls, then embark on a guided nature walk at dusk to practice your skills. This program is open to all ages and is geared towards ages 12+. Register for this […]
This interactive exhibition is inspired by celebrated botanist John Muir with his walk from Kentucky to Florida. Visitors will appreciate how these artists unpack the complex legacy of Muir through the lens of John Muir Trail, a cobbled together series of paths through central Tennessee. Tallahassee-based artist Meredith Laura Lynn and Chattanooga-based artist Katie Hargrave […]
Join us on the first Saturday of every month for Volunteer Day! Roll up your sleeves and help us preserve the Preserve we all love so much. Weather permitting. Cancelled if raining and/or temperatures are above 95 by 9:00am.
Celebrate autumn at the preserve by exploring, discovering, and creating with leaves. You won’t want to miss out on this day filled with fun for the whole family, be-leave us!
Learn to look at leaves from a scientific approach! This program is perfect for those beginning to learn leaf identification. Enjoy a presentation and guided hike with a Blue Heron Environmental Educator to identify different types of leaves at the preserve. This free program is open to all ages and is recommended for ages 12+. […]
Collect fallen leaves and preserve their beauty to enjoy for years to come. Learn about different techniques to preserve leaves, discover why leaves change color, and create your own display to take home. This free program is open to all ages and is recommended for ages 12+. REGISTER HERE
