Chattahoochee Nature Center Events Calendar

Thursday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  CNC is home to many different creatures – even six-legged ones!  Join a naturalist as you explore what insects you may find at CNC as well as the animals that might make a meal of them!

Thursday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  CNC is home to many different creatures – even six-legged ones!  Join a naturalist as you explore what insects you may find at CNC as well as the animals that might make a meal of them!

River Adventures! Naturalist-Led Canoe Trips sponsored by REI: Friday – Sunday June, July and August at 6:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required ***Special Discount Trip, Thursday, June 3: $25 Non-Members/$20 Members ***Experienced Paddlers ONLY trip, June 4 ***Families ONLY trip, June 5 - This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Guided canoe trips offered Fridays and Sundays during July at 6:00 PM and Saturday mornings at 8:30 am, conditions permitting. Want an adventurous way to cool off  and unwind? Register online at www.chattnaturecenter.org  or call 770-992-2055 x237.

Saturday, July 31,  8:00 – 10:00 PM,  Ages 5 and up.  Join a naturalist on a journey outdoors to see what happens at night at the Chattahoochee Nature Center complete with a campfire!  Join Henning von Schmeling as we check out what insects visit CNC at night as we investigate various collecting techniques.  Guests are welcome to stay later for insect collecting.  $10 Non-Members/$5 Members.

Thursday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  CNC is home to many different creatures – even six-legged ones!  Join a naturalist as you explore what insects you may find at CNC as well as the animals that might make a meal of them!

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

1st Wednesdays,  10:00 – 11:00 AM, Ages 3 – 5.  Using books, finger-plays, or crafts, our volunteer storytellers share stories about the insects all around us!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Starting in August and continuing through April- offered the First Thursday of each Month.   $240 Non-Members/ $210 Members.   Book Online for our Master Naturalist Certification. The Georgia Master Naturalist program is a hand on environmental education program that explores habitats and ecosystems in Georgia through lectures, field studies and relevant resource materials.  For more information on this certification, visit http://www.forestry.uga.edu/outreach/georgia-master-naturalist.php

River Adventures! Naturalist-Led Canoe Trips sponsored by REI: Friday – Sunday June, July and August at 6:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required ***Special Discount Trip, Thursday, June 3: $25 Non-Members/$20 Members ***Experienced Paddlers ONLY trip, June 4 ***Families ONLY trip, June 5 - This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturday, August 7 – Sunday, August 8,  5:00 PM – 10:00 AM.  Join us as we sleep out under the stars at CNC.  We’ll provide space, water, bathrooms campfire and a night of fun; you bring the rest. $40 Non-Member Families/$30 Member Families, Pre-Registration required, call 770-992-2055 x 237, Register online at scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com

Saturday, August 7,  11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, All Ages.  Join Sir David Attenborough on a memorable time-traveling detective story as he explores ancient life suspended in amber from millions of years ago. During this back 40 million years, you will discover amazing insights in to life on Earth. Running Time: 60 Minutes.

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Monday, August 9, 1:30 - 3:00 PM, Ages 4 –12.  Come explore the Insect and Bird Bio-Buggies!  Discover the fascinating world of insects and birds with hand-on experiments and tools.

Monday, 12:30 – 4:00 PM.  Join us for a naturalist picnic from 12:30-4:00 PM where you can bring a picnic lunch and learn about a new nature topic. Then from 1 to 4 PM stay for special home school hours in the Nature Exchange. Nature Exchange naturalists will help you with biology and geology questions and homeschoolers receive special discounts on Nature Exchange items. 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

River Adventures! Naturalist-Led Canoe Trips sponsored by REI: Friday – Sunday June, July and August at 6:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required ***Special Discount Trip, Thursday, June 3: $25 Non-Members/$20 Members ***Experienced Paddlers ONLY trip, June 4 ***Families ONLY trip, June 5 - This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturday, August 14,  11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, All Ages.  Join us in the Nature Exchange where you can visit with our expert of the month!  Are you ready for summer explorations?  Bring your questions about these kings of the night. From owls to nighthawks, ask our CNC expert your nocturnal bird questions.

Saturday, August 14 and/or Sunday, August 29, 10:30 AM – Noon, Ages 5 & up.   You’ve asked for more so we are loading up the summer with this canoeing experience!  Join us to discover the basics of canoeing.  Learn about canoes and how to paddle them.  Then use what you’ve learned as you practice safely on the CNC pond.  Spaces fill fast so register early! $15 Non-Members/$10 Members, Pre-Registration Required, Register online at scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055 ext. 237

Saturday, August 14,  8PM   “Six Strings Social Club Concert Series”  Guitar virtuoso Frank Vignola, has assembled a topnotch quintet for a searing tribute to one of his earliest musical influences, the legendary Django Reinhardt, with his “Hot” gypsy jazz style of music.  This guitar master is versatile, having collaborated with Lionel Hampton and Madonna, playing both Mozart and Black Sabbath on the same record.   Long Island-born Frank Vignola breaks down the barriers between popular music and traditional jazz to create a unique acoustic string musical experience. His all-virtuoso quintet mixes high-energy original material with unique renditions of contemporary tunes to create a smoking-hot blend of contemporary acoustic rock, gypsy jazz, bluegrass, swing, and blues. The late guitar titan Les Paul named Frank one of the five guitarists he admired most. Frank's new album, “Frank Vignola's Hot Club," is a centennial tribute to one of his guitar heroes, Django Reinhardt.  Tickets are $35 purchased online from www.sixstringsocialclub.com. or at the door for $40, call 770-365-7738. 

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Sunday, August 15,  12:30 – 1:30 PM (Two 25-minute sessions), Ages 5 and up. Using STARLAB, our portable planetarium, a Naturalist will guide you through the summer sky as you learn about what constellations, planets and stars can be seen.

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesday, August 18,  10 – 11 AM, Ages 3 – 5.  Using books, finger-plays, or crafts, our volunteer storytellers share stories about the night sky!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Thursday, August 19,  1:30 - 3:00 PM, Ages 4 –12.  Come explore the Insect and Bird Bio-Buggies!  Discover the fascinating world of insects and birds with hand-on experiments and tools.

River Adventures! Naturalist-Led Canoe Trips sponsored by REI: Friday – Sunday June, July and August at 6:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required ***Special Discount Trip, Thursday, June 3: $25 Non-Members/$20 Members ***Experienced Paddlers ONLY trip, June 4 ***Families ONLY trip, June 5 - This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturday, August 21,  8 AM – 10 AM.  Join CNC Volunteer and Atlanta Audubon Society President, Stacy Zarpentine for an early morning walk to discover and learn more about the birds along the river.

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturday, August 21,  8:00 – 10:00 PM, Ages 5 and up.  Join a naturalist on a journey outdoors to see what happens at night at the Chattahoochee Nature Center, visit with a nocturnal animal, discover what constellations are visible up in the summer night sky, and enjoy a summer campfire!  $10 Non-Members/$5 Members

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Sunday, August 22,  12:30 – 5:00 PM.  In this introduction class, we will explore the various areas of education volunteering, including leading guided hikes, interpreting exhibits, and doing animal presentations.  Ages 10 and up (children 16 and under must have an adult), FREE, Pre-Registration required; call 770-992-2055 x 236.

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesdays and Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Thursday, August 26,  Join our monthly Dine & Discover Potluck! Monthly Topic: Batty about Bats.  The perfect chance to learn all about bats! We hope to net a bat or two to get a closer look. Spend your evening learning and socializing with like-minded folks.  Bring a vegetarian dish to share. Docents and Masters Nauralist Graduates are free,  $5 CNC Members/ $10 non-members, Ages 15 & Up.

River Adventures! Naturalist-Led Canoe Trips sponsored by REI: Friday – Sunday June, July and August at 6:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required ***Special Discount Trip, Thursday, June 3: $25 Non-Members/$20 Members ***Experienced Paddlers ONLY trip, June 4 ***Families ONLY trip, June 5 - This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturday, August 28,  9:45 – 11:00 AM.  You will be exploring Edible Plants as you plant flowers, create fern prints, and snack on some interesting roots and stems! (Ages 3 – 6)  $15 Non-Members/$10 Members (adult helper required and admitted free), Pre-Registration required; call 770-992-2055 x 237. Register online at scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com.

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Sunday, August 29, 10:30 AM – 12:00, Ages 5 & up. Learn canoe basics and how to paddle, and then use what you’ve learned as you practice safely on the CNC pond.  Spaces fill fast so register early! $15 Non-Members/$10 Members, Pre-Registration required by contacting scheduling@chattnaturecenter.com or 770-992-2055 ext. 237

Wednesday- Friday, 10AM & 4PM, Saturdays & Sundays, 2PM, All Ages.  Join a CNC naturalist and uncover what animals come out when the sun goes down and even visit with a nocturnal animal up close and personal! 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Saturdays, Sundays & Mondays at 1:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity. 

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

1st Wednesdays,  10:00 – 11:00 AM, Ages 3 – 5.  Using books, finger-plays, or crafts, our volunteer storytellers share stories about the insects all around us!

Starting in August and continuing through April- offered the First Thursday of each Month.   $240 Non-Members/ $210 Members.   Book Online for our Master Naturalist Certification. The Georgia Master Naturalist program is a hand on environmental education program that explores habitats and ecosystems in Georgia through lectures, field studies and relevant resource materials.  For more information on this certification, visit http://www.forestry.uga.edu/outreach/georgia-master-naturalist.php

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Saturdays and Sundays  in August at 5:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required. This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!

Saturdays, September 4, 11, and 18, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, It's time to celebrate Captain Planet's birthday. We will be showing episodes of The Adventures of Captain Planet and the Planeteers in the Cowie Weiss Theater.

Saturdays & Sundays at 1:00 and 3:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity.

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Saturday, September 4, 6:15 PM.  FREE. The common nighthawk migratory route passes right over CNC. A great opportunity to see other native species that are active at dusk.

Saturday, September 4,  7:00 – 9:00 PM,  Ages 5 and up.  Join CNC as we journey outside and play some night-time games, head out on a night hike, and wrap it up with a campfire. $10 Non-Members/$5 Members.

Saturdays & Sundays at 1:00 and 3:00 PM.  A CNC docent guides you on a journey through the CNC trails using biofacts and activities to spark your “natural” curiosity.

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Sundays at 4 PM, Learn about our “green” building and what you can do for your home to go green!

Tuesday, September 7, 9:45 - 11:00 AM, $50 non-members, $35 members, Explore nature while focusing on Awesome Amphibians, Owls of all sizes, and signs of winter!

Tuesdays and Saturdays at 4 PM, Join a naturalist for an in-depth look at one of our resident animals as our Wildlife Department feeds them!

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Thursdays and Fridays at 4:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM.  Wetlands abound with both plant and animal life. Join a CNC naturalist to uncover more about these unique habitats.

Saturdays and Sundays  in August at 5:00 PM; Additional trips on Saturdays at 8:30 AM; Ages 6 –adult, $30 Non-Members/$25 Members, Pre-Registration Required. This is a fantastic way to unwind from the daily hustle and bustle of suburban life or entertain family and friends. Each trip is led by a CNC naturalist and offers a unique introduction to the ecology of the Chattahoochee River. Learn more and book online here!