Join celebrated children’s author Brittany Petish on an interactive story time and nature activity.

What to expect: Come for this special story time at the EMBARC Youth Farm as we connect literature with nature and some animals that make their home at the Farm. We will gather in the garden at the picnic tables towards the back. Ms. Brittany will introduce and read her book, then Ranger Rachel will lead an interactive nature-centered activity.

Program leader: Your guide will be Ranger Rachel Roberts, the DeKalb County Park Naturalist at Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve.

Where to meet: Upon entering the front gate, turn left and park in front of the brown building – ranger headquarters. Then walk around it to enter the garden. Find Ranger Rachel at the picnic tables (1185 Rock Chapel Rd.)

What to bring: Wear comfortable footwear, dress for the weather, and bring a refillable water bottle. We will have some bug spray and sunscreen available.

Restrooms: The available bathroom is the portapotty located in the parking lot (professionally cleaned twice a week).

Recommended ages: This program content is designed for children and their parent/guardian, but all ages are welcome.

Dogs: This program is NOT appropriate for dogs, so please leave your pup at home.

Weather contingency: This program will be held in the greenhouse or under the covered pavilion if there is rain or other inclement weather.

Walking distance: Less than 100 yards.

Exposure: The garden is in full sun, but we will have umbrellas at each picnic table to help.

Trail surface & accessibility: This program stays on durable surfaces (concrete & trail mix gravel) the whole time. Questions if this program will work for your mobility? Contact Ranger Rachel: rcroberts@dekalbcountyga.gov

Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request. Please contact the program leader at least 48 hours in advance.

Program Photos: We love documenting our programs and may share photographs on DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs’ websites, publications, and social media platforms. While participants are welcome to take their own photos, photographs taken by staff are generally intended for County documentation and promotional purposes and are not routinely distributed to participants.  

Register here or at the link below.