Hike to the top of Panola Mountain to make a fresh start on the New Year.  Join a park ranger on a journey by writing out, then burning, last year's burdens. Hike to the top of the mountain picturing all the great things you will accomplish in 2013.  We will finish around a campfire sharing […]

Listen to whippoorwills and owls as the sun slowly sets and the moon begins to rise. Panola Mountain is one of the best places to see the wildlife of the night. Bring flashlights and hiking boots. Meet at the nature center 15 minutes before each program. Register in advance:  770-389-7801.

Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. One group will start at 1PM; another group will start at 3PM. Please arrive 15 minutes before each program. Register in advance: 770-389-7801.

Join other home schoolers to learn about science and nature.  In November we will talk about Rock Outcrop geology and other rocks and minerals.  December's topic will be migratory winter birds:  770-389-7801.

Listen to whippoorwills and owls as the sun slowly sets and the moon begins to rise. Panola Mountain is one of the best places to see the wildlife of the night. Bring flashlights and hiking boots. Meet at the nature center 15 minutes before each program. Register in advance: 770-389-7801

Join us "on rope" for an adventure exploring the canopy above. Participants will use rope and harness for this moderately strenuous activity. One group will start at 1PM; another group will start at 3PM. Please arrive 15 minutes before each program. Register in advance: 770-389-7801.

Bring your binoculars for this gentle hike through the park's Power of Flight area. Basic identification techniques and common birds will be discussed. Good for all ages. We recommend long pants and sleeves. Meet at the Alexander Lake Area. Register in advance. Donations of birdseed are appreciated. $5 parking. 770-389-7801.

Did you know Hognose Snakes will "play dead" when they're afraid? Learn about and meet fascinating reptiles and amphibians from our own backyards and even around the world.  Meet specialists and members of the Georgia Reptile Society and Georgia Herpetological Society. $3 donation appreciated. $5  parking. 770-389-7801

Contact Charlie Muise (cmmbirds@yahoo.com) for more details.

With the leaves changing and the sun setting, Panola Mountain will be photo-ready for this photography clinic!  Join us at the Nature Center for an instruction on Digital-SLR techniques followed by a hike onto Panola Mountain for some great photo opportunities. Register in advance. $10 plus  $5  parking. 770-389-7801.