Answer the call of the outdoors and join us for the Happy Little Trees 5K, inspired by Bob Ross! This fun, inclusive event runs from April 19 to April 27, 2025, and you can complete your 5K anywhere, any way—walk, run, bike, skate, paddle, or use a mobility device. However you move, this race is all about enjoying nature and embracing the adventure!

Looking for a spring getaway? Explore Chattahoochee Bend State Park, nestled along the scenic Chattahoochee River. It’s the perfect spot for paddling, hiking, and camping—but now, you can kick back and relax in one of the park’s beautiful new cottages, bringing all the comforts of home to the great outdoors. Spend your days on the trails, cast a line in the river, or unwind on the porch and take it all in.

• Friends of Chattahoochee Bend repaired a bridge on the Flat Rock Trail, improving access for hikers.
• Friends of Watson Mill hosted an equestrian clean-up day, bringing together 30 volunteers to update trail markers and make other improvements.
• Friends of Smithgall with support from a passport grant, replaced broken picnic tables to enhance visitor experiences.
• Friends of Cloudland Canyon organized a workday with over 50 volunteers, focusing on cleanup efforts, disc golf course upgrades, and more.

Volunteer with a Friends group near you and help make a difference in your community while enjoying the outdoors.

Get ready—this weekend! The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to The Fest Center at Georgia Tech on March 15 at 7 PM. Hosted by REI in support of the Georgia Conservancy, this fan-favorite event showcases breathtaking landscapes, extreme sports, and inspiring stories. Be moved. Be inspired. Don't miss it!