Moonrise Nature Hike

What to expect: We’ll travel to Arabia Peak to see the sunset, and as nighttime sets, Arabia’s Naturalist will share fascinating insights about Arabia Mountain’s Natural History.

Program leader: Your guide will be Ranger Robby Astrove, Natural Resource Manager at Arabia Mountain.

Where to meet: Find Ranger Robby at the Nature Center (3787 Klondike Rd.).

What to bring: Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and outdoor hiking shoes. Please bring your own reusable water bottle. We also encourage wearing a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection, as well as insect repellent to keep the bugs at bay. Sunscreen and bug spray are available in the Nature Center.

Please Bring Your Own Flashlight/Headlamp and Water.

Restrooms: Public restrooms are available in front of the Nature Center. You will look for a brown building with red doors.

Recommended ages: This program content is designed for all ages.

Dogs: This program is appropriate for dogs. We ask that they stay leashed throughout the entirety of the program.

Weather contingency: This program will be held rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs (RPCA).

Walking distance: No more than 2 miles

Exposure: This hike will begin during dusk under shaded canopy and will include a large portion on the mountain in full sun.

Trail surface & accessibility: This program stays on established soft trails of mixed terrain. There are sections of the walk that are quite steep and also have exposed roots. Questions if this program will work for your mobility? Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request. To request an accommodation, please contact the program organizer at least 48 hours in advance of the event. Contact Ranger Robby: rlastrove@dekalbcountyga.gov

Register here or at the link below.