Jun 28, 2019
Shady Strolls in the AMNHA
The hottest days of summer are headed our way. At the AMNHA, we don’t like to let the heat keep us inside – and we’re sure you feel the same!...
Jun 18, 2019
Operation Pollination
Photo by Jared Belson. At the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area (AMNHA), we’re taking action to help protect our pollinators. Some pollinator populations have been declining (like bees...
Jun 12, 2019
Operation Pollination at AMNHA
Small Yet Mighty Though they are small, the pollinators that buzz about our mighty monadnocks impact the lives of plants, animals and humans in major ways. Over 75% of the...
Jun 10, 2019
Restoration of Lyon Farmhouse completed
June 7, 2019 Carla Parker What started as a vision nearly two decades ago–to preserve the historic Lyon Farmhouse–is now a reality. Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance, along with...
Jun 10, 2019
DeKalb officials dedicate historic Lyon farmhouse
By Sarita Mason, OCG News Intern Denise Williams instantly recalled the rich wood scent that filled the Lyon home where she grew up. “The house still smells just like it...
Jun 10, 2019
Soak in Summer at the National Heritage Area
Summer is in full swing and the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area welcomes anyone looking to experience the beauty of the Georgia Piedmont, from outdoor exploration to discovering Georgia’s...
Jun 6, 2019
Summer Bullseye: Try Out Archery at Panola
Did you know that you can hone your archery skills at Panola Mountain State Park? The park offers guided archery experiences for people of all levels. Some are outdoors and...
May 30, 2019
Trails Day in the AMNHA!
National Trails Day is June 1st. Looking for a way to get out on the trails but not sure where to start? Here’s a quick outline of our many trail...
May 23, 2019
Rejuvenating the Past: Historic Preservation Month in the AMNHA
The historic legacy within the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area encompasses hundreds – even thousands – of years of human activity. In 2018 we embarked on two major historic preservation...
May 17, 2019
Entry to Exploration: Join the Junior Ranger Program
The Junior Ranger program provides an entryway into the wonders of the park system and the outdoors. At any time of year, kids can pick up a Junior Ranger booklet...
May 16, 2019
National Park Service announces Roving Junior Ranger program
The Marietta Daily Journal The new Roving Junior Ranger Program is a self-guided, interactive tour of several locations in metro Atlanta. The tours will take place at the Chattahoochee River...
May 15, 2019
Bring Out Your Inner Kid with Kids to Parks Day!
Join a national day of outdoor play on May 18th! Organized by the National Park Trust, Kids to Parks Day is a celebration of the connections to parks and the...