Here are upcoming news and events from Outdoor Chattanooga:
Outdoor Chattanooga Winter Workshop Series Jan-March 2016
Outdoor Chattanooga's Winter Workshop Series are FREE classroom based seminars and workshops designed to educate and inspire the public to be confident to get outdoors. The workshops cover a variety of topics and occur on Thursdays from 6 - 7:30 p.m. beginning January 14 and running through March 3 at Outdoor Chattanooga, 200 River St. Click on the links below for workshop descriptions and plan to come play with us (indoors through the winter months)!
February 11: An American Ascent Film Screening
The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) and Outdoor Chattanooga are partnering for a special screening of the documentary, An American Ascent, about the first African American expedition to tackle Denali, North America's highest peak.
See the film for free on Thursday, February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at the Chattanooga Public Library (4th Floor) downtown. You will also get to meet Chattanooga's new group of multicultural, multilingual outdoor ambassadors.
February 18: Navigate with Map & Compass
On which side of a tree does moss grow? Better not trust moss to way find, learn the basics of smart technology navigating using a map and compass. The free workshop will be taught by Alan Archer, former U.S. Marine and orienteering expert. The workshop is suitable for all ages. No reservations required, maps and compasses are provided.
February 25: Wetland & Stream Restoration
Learn about mitigation projects, including the restoration and importance of their existence and how it relates to the health of wetlands and streams. Guest speaker Bill Phillips presents on the Green Corridor approach to wetland and stream restoration. Come and learn how these techniques are implemented at several of our cities largest new developments including Volkswagen, the Bass Pro project, the Standifer Gap wetlands, and more.
March 3: Adventure of Weather
Adventure is ahead, but what about the weather? Chillax, you can plan ahead and be prepared! Severe weather is right around the corner. No matter if you're at home, in the car, biking or on the nearest trail, storms come. Join News Channel 9 Meteorologist Brian Smith as he brings his explosive presentation about severe weather, myths and truths, and his experiences of being a storm chaser, hurricane chaser, and more.
More Outdoor Chattanooga Events
Community Events
Harrison Bay Star Party February 13
The Barnard Astronomical Society (BAS) will host their monthly Star Party at Harrison Bay State Park on Sat., Feb. 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. The BAS will have telescopes and binoculars available for attendees to observe the winter constellations and night-sky experts will be on hand to share their knowledge, tell stories and identify constellations. Stargazing begins at 6:00 p.m. and will last until 10 p.m. This event is FREE and everyone is welcome! In the event of inclement weather, this event will be repeated next month. Check the Facebook page for updates on the day of the event.
SORBA/Scott's Bikes Enterprise South Night Ride February 16
Join SORBA Chattanooga and Scott's Bicycle Centre Tuesday, February 16 for the last, after-hours night ride of 2016 at Enterprise South Nature Park. If you've never participated in a night ride, you're missing out! To participate, all riders must have proof of current SORBA/IMBA membership, bike, helmet, lights and $5 entry fee. Not a SORBA member? Join/renew and Scott's Bikes will provide a $15 / $30 store coupon towards a $65 / $130 purchase (within 30 days of joining). More info and how to join SORBA can be found here. See you in the dark!
2016 Upcoming Events
February
11 An American Ascent-Film Screening
13 Cupid's Chase 5K
15 Street Cycling 101
18 Winter Workshop-Navigate with Map and Compass
20/27 Survival Preparation and Skills Course
25 Winter Workshop-Wetland & Stream Restoration
Lula Lake Storytelling
27 Open Day Lula Lake Land Trust
March
1 Rapid Learning Kayak Skills and Roll Class
3 Winter Workshop-The Adventure of Weather
4-6 Chattanooga Marathon
5 Open Day Lula Lake Land Trust
12 Great Southern Old Time Fiddlers' Convention
14 Learn to Ride a Bicycle
19 Ocoee River Opening Day
21 Street Cycling 101
26 Open Day Lula Lake Land Trust
April
2 Pow Wow & Native American Heritage Festival
9-10 Garden Expo
16 Chickamauga Chase
23 Clean & Green Chattanooga
29-30 Blue Ridge Trout Festival
30 Latin Festival
May
15 Night Run Chattanooga 5K