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Quilt Making in the Flat Rock Community
Jul 14, 2022
Quilt Making in the Flat Rock Community

Quilt making has played an important role in the history of Flat Rock, one of the oldest Black communities in Georgia. Listen as Johnny Waits and Patricia Bryant, both descendants...

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60 Years of National Natural Landmarks
May 17, 2022
60 Years of National Natural Landmarks

May 18th, 2022 marks 60 years of the National Natural Landmarks program, which recognizes sites that conserve America’s rich natural heritage. There are over 600 National Natural Landmark sites...

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Hiking in the Heat
May 10, 2022
Hiking in the Heat

The year is heating up quickly, and it’s good to remember a few guidelines on hiking in the heat. Humidity and the sun can take you by surprise. Here are...

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AWARE’s Night Owl 5K 2022
May 9, 2022
AWARE’s Night Owl 5K 2022

The Atlanta Wild Animal Rescue Effort (AWARE) held their annual Night Owl 5K on May 7th at Panola Mountain State Park, raising funds for year-round wildlife rehabilitation, conservation and...

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Paddle the South River
May 5, 2022
Paddle the South River

Guided paddles of the South River are back for 2022! Join the South River Watershed Alliance for a series of paddles to take place on May 14, July 30 and...

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Run the AWARE Night Owl 5K
Apr 28, 2022
Run the AWARE Night Owl 5K

The Atlanta Wild Animal Rescue Effort’s (AWARE’s) 5K Run/Walk fundraiser returns on May 7th, taking place at Panola Mountain State Park. A virtual option is also available. Funds from the...

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