Trails and Open Space Programs & Activities 

Bring the Gnome home hide and seek game

Bring the Gnome Home 2022

 The Gnome returns July 1st, for one full year!   What does this mean for you? A chance to win a sweet prize sponsored by a cool local business. On the first of each month starting July 1 2022, our forest gnome hides within sight of a trail managed by ACC Trails and Open Space. If you see him, grab him and return him to Sandy Creek Nature Center to collect that month’s prize. All prizes are worth at least $25! Follow the game and get clues at facebook.com/ACCTrails

Cost: Free



Small creek rippling threw a forest.

Secret Creek Adventure

Take the path less traveled by to a special creek. Splash in the cooling waters of a little stream on a guided creek walk. We will discover the rocks, plants and tiny creatures that call this hidden gem home.

 Cost: $2 residents/ $3 non-residents

Register for 7/9/22

Bikes and Athens skyline

True Beginner Adult Learn to Ride a Bike Workshop      

Now is the time to check bicycling off your bucket list! As an adult, it’s hard to find the time, space and instruction needed to learn the basics of cycling. Bike Athens is collaborating with us to make it safe and friendly for grown folks to get on a bike and learn to ride. Small class size, private space, bikes and gear, expert instructors, everything you need to get off to a good start.

Cost: $5 residents/ $7.50 non-residents

Register for 5/2/22