Tour of Jennie Drake Park
Jennie Drake Park 645 Waterford Road, NW, Atlanta, GA, United StatesJoin Eco-A and Friends of Jennie Drake Park for a tour of Jennie Drake Park. Originally on the outskirts of Atlanta, this park highlights the type of forest that makes Atlanta’s urban canopy in many older neighborhoods so special–it holds remaining pieces of the old growth forest of our region.
CANCELED: Greener Good Volunteer Day- Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day
Constitution Lakes Park 1305 S River Industrial Blvd SE, Atlanta, GA, United StatesWe share your concerns about the coronavirus (COVID-19). In the spirit of taking every possible precaution to protect volunteers, Park Pride has decided to cancel this event. Questions? Contact Chris Lemons, Volunteer Manager, at chris@parkpride.org.
Be Gone Invasive Species!
Atlanta Atlanta, GA, United StatesAtlanta Community ToolBank's Tools, Tips, and Tricks series is now virtual! Don't miss this informative class in partnership with Park Pride's Volunteer Team, Chris Lemons and Victoria Burgos, on best practices and the right tools for removal of invasive species such as Bamboo, English Ivy and Kudzu. You'll learn all about these common invasive plants … Continue Reading →
City Nature Challenge 2020
Atlanta GA, United StatesAtlanta will be joining more than 100 cities around the world in a friendly competition to see which city can document the most species of plants, animals and fungi found in nature using the iNaturalist app. Join the challenge!
Building Community Through Arts in Neighborhood Parks WEBINAR
Now more than ever, parks are a crucial aspect of building a sense of place, health, and climate change resiliance in urban neighborhoods. This webinar will highlight best practices and lessons learned in building community and place-making through art in urban parks. Atlanta-based artist Muhammad Suber (Artist InUs), Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture Analyst , Osaze Stigler, and Park Pride’s Director of Park Visioning, Andrew White will all share their unique experiences and tips on integrating art, community engagement, and park visioning and design.
May Park Meeting
Atlanta Atlanta, GA, United StatesEvery month, Park Pride brings together community leaders and park advocates from throughout Atlanta for education, networking and strategy. Representatives from dozens of Friends of the Park Groups, park conservancies and the parks department visit a different park to learn more about the community efforts in that park, discuss current park and greenspace issues and … Continue Reading →
Greenspace Gathering
Looking to socialize with your fellow park advocates and discuss topics around parks, trails, and greenspaces? Join us with your favorite refreshments to chat, share stories, and build community from the safety of our homes. This first meeting, we invite you to share one of your earliest experiences with nature or the outdoors. Photos are … Continue Reading →
Design & Maintenance Practices for a Wildlife (and People) Friendly Park
Now more than ever, our greenspace are essential sanctuaries for rest, free spaces for exercise, and both a home for wildlife and a place to observe wildlife. How can we enhance these invaluable spaces for both the public and our local fauna? Join this virtual event with Andrea Greco, PLA, ASLA, to discuss a variety … Continue Reading →
Deep Roots: Reconnecting to the Nature in your Backyard
Atlanta is known as the “City in the Forest.” Our trees are iconic and fundamental for our city’s well-being and long-term sustainability. A large portion of our tree canopy with the greatest ecological value resides on the Southwest side of Atlanta so for that purpose, our discussion will focus on that area. Join us … Continue Reading →
Virtual Master Plan Meeting for Rowland Road Park in DeKalb
Atlanta Atlanta, GA, United StatesThe DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will hold a virtual public meeting on Wednesday, June 3, at 6 p.m., to discuss the master plan for a property at 1227 Rowland Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30083. Please see information below for the master plan meeting Wednesday, Jun 3, 2020 6 pm | … Continue Reading →