Spring migration is underway and we have quite a few weekend and weekday trips on the calendar. We hope you can come out to a few of these walks to see what migrants are visiting the Atlanta area this spring.

IMPORTANT NOTE: On occasion, field trips may have to be cancelled (bad weather, etc.) or important details may change (for example, the original meeting spot for a site may have to be changed if there is a trail closure or parking problem). If you plan to attend a birdwalk, ALWAYS check this site the night before for updates.

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Upcoming Field Trips at a glance...

Field Trip Details...

 Thursday May 23

Cochran Shoals CRNRA – 7:30AM  (see Google calendar event)

Cochran Shoals CRNRA (Cobb County)

Leaders: Liz Hornsby
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-761-0952

Birding Focus: Sparrows, woodpeckers, raptors, spring migrants, permanent residents, as well as waterfowl and herons on the river or in the wetlands. Interesting plants & other wildlife sightings will be incorporated into the walk too! We will begin at 7:30, but will be on the main path early in the walk; feel free to join us later.

Parking: Meet at the trailhead near the fee machine at back of South parking lot. There is a daily parking fee of $3 (or $25 annual pass). Bring cash for $3 fee. Alternatively, you can purchase the $25 annual pass with a credit card at the automated machine on site or online by clicking here. Wear comfortable, waterproof footwear for walking on wet grass if desired. Restrooms are at the parking area. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS. Parking lot entrance: N 33 54.105 W 84 26.634

Directions: Going west on I-285, take exit #22, turning right at the first light onto Interstate N Pkwy. Stay in the middle lane of this road and go straight through the next traffic light. After the road crosses the river, make an immediate right into the parking lot marked by "Cochran Shoals Unit." Going east on I-285, take exit #22 and stay in the left lane of the exit ramp. Go to the second light, then turn left. Stay in the middle lane of this road as it crosses the bridge over I-285 and veer to the right to get into the middle lane as the road bends to the left and passes through a traffic light. At this point you are going west on Interstate N Pkwy. Continue with instructions above.

 Saturday May 25

Williams Mill Greenspace – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Williams Mill Greenspace, Flowery Branch, GA, Hall County

This trip has been cancelled because the weather forecast is not conducive to birding!

Leader: Peter Gordon, Education Director, Elachee Nature Science Center
Cell Contact Morning of Walk: 678-617-8826

Birding Focus: Williams Mill is a 48 acre park with rolling meadows, streams, natural shoals, and two small ponds that attract a variety of bird species. The park is certified as a Wildlife Sanctuary with the Atlanta Audubon Society. More than 45 species of birds have been seen at Williams Mill, in addition to the many other types of wildlife that call the park home. We might see Blue Grosbeak, Indigo Bunting, Louisiana Waterthrush, Eastern Kingbird, Eastern Meadowlark, Song Sparrow, Chipping Sparrow, Common Yellowthroat, Red-shouldered Hawk, Yellow-breasted Chat, and a variety of other species. The hike should be about 1.5 - 2.0 miles on developed trails (some earthen). Bathroom facilities are available.

Parking: 6166 Black Jack Rd. Flowery Branch, GA 30542. Google these coordinates or program your GPS: 34.12967, -83.90231

Directions: Get on I-985 coming down from the north, or access from I-85 (exit 113) if coming from south. Once on I-985, take exit 8, Friendship Rd., and turn right (east) onto Friendship Rd/GA-347 East. Go 1.9 miles and turn left (north) onto Swansey Rd. Go 0.8 miles and turn right (east) onto Blackjack Rd. Go 0.8 miles and look for Williams Mill on your right.

 Sunday May 26

Leone Hall Price Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Leone Hall Price Park (Cobb Co.)

Leader: Angelia Jenkins
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-570-4891

Birding Focus: Late spring migrants and summer breeding birds. Any level of skill is welcome; no restrooms on the property, Kroger nearby. Walk will be approx. 3 miles on natural paths, easy terrain. Habitats: meadow, wooded and creek edge paths. If you arrive late, join us in the meadow area. Take the left gate entrance and follow that trail to the meadow area.

Parking and directions: Park and meet group in the Park's gravel parking lot (free parking). Google Map these coordinates or program your GPS for parking lot entrance: 33.996653, -84.688985
Leone Hall Price Park is located at 4715 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA, 30152, one mile east of Mars Hill Road (Hwy 176) and 0.8 miles west of Acworth Due West Road on Stilesboro Road in West Cobb County. From exit 277 on I-75, go south on Cowan Road for 1.5 miles to intersection with Old Georgia 293/S Main St. Turn left and go 1 mile to intersection with Nance Road. Turn right and go south on this road for 4 miles. Along the way its name will change to Acworth Due West Road NW. At the intersection with Stilesboro Road NW, turn right onto Stilesboro Rd. The parking lot will be in 0.8 miles on your left. Visit www.friendsofpricepark.org/directions.html If you arrive later, just take the path to the meadow. Take the LEFT gate entrance and follow this trail straight to the meadow, then take the center path at the fork in the path. We will take the path down the center of the meadow first.

 Monday May 27

Hard Labor Creek State Park – 12:00PM  (see Google calendar event)

Hard Labor Creek State Park (Morgan County)

Leader: Phil Delestrez
Cell contact morning of walk: 706-557-3001

Birding Focus: Come celebrate Migratory Bird Month with Georgia State Parks! Hard Labor Creek is the 2nd largest GA State Park. It boasts a variety of habitats and has a history of birds like Loggerhead Shrikes, American Kestrels, and a variety of waterfowl on Lake Rutledge. We'll look for woodland birds, waterfowl, raptors, and other residents as well as any spring migrants. (Note: the starting time is later than usual -- the walk begins at noon!)

Parking: Meet at the "Trading Post" Visitor Check In building (has restrooms). Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS. Trading Post Check In: N 33 39.841 W 83 36.362 Bring $5 cash for the parking fee. Alternatively, you can purchase a $50 annual parking pass good at all State Parks. If you have a library card to any GA public library, you can "check out" a ParkPass ahead of time, exempting you from parking fees. For details go to: Things to Know.

Directions: From Interstate-20 going east or west, take the #105 exit north onto Newborn Rd toward Rutledge. Go about 2.1 miles to the fork with Hawkins Ave, and veer to the left to continue following Newborn Rd. Cross Atlanta Hwy and continue until Newborn dead ends into W Dixie Hwy. Take a left on W Dixie and then an immediate right onto Fairplay St. Drive 2.6 miles on Fairplay and then take a left onto Knox Chapel Rd. Go 0.4 miles and take a right onto Hard Labor Creek Rd. The Trading Post will be about 400 feet on your right.

 Thursday May 30

Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve – 7:30AM  (see Google calendar event)

Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve (DeKalb County)

Leader: Liz Hornsby
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-761-0952

Birding Focus: Permanent resident wetland & woodland birds plus any late spring migrants still hanging about. Duration of walk 2-3 hours, but you may leave early at any time. Parts of the trail may be very slippery or muddy if it has recently rained, so plan your footwear accordingly.

Parking: Park on Pine Bluff Dr. on the street, just outside Park entrance. See directions below. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS: N 33 48.352 W 84 17.031 There are no restrooms, so please prepare ahead of time.

Directions: From I-285, take exit #39A, highway 78, Stone Mt. Freeway west toward Decatur. Immediately after passing North DeKalb Mall on your right, you'll see a QuikTrip (QT) on your right. About 340 ft after the QT you'll see Harrington Dr. on your right. Turn onto Harrington & go 0.6 miles to Wood Trail Ln. Turn right on Wood Trail Ln & go 1000 ft to Pine Bluff Dr. Park here on street at this corner where the group will assemble. From I-85 north or south take North Druid Hills exit #89 east toward Decatur. In approx. 3 miles, go right on Hwy 78/29/Lawrenceville Hwy (at North DeKalb Mall) and follow directions as above.

 Saturday June 1

Piedmont Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Piedmont Park (Fulton County)

Leader: Rob McDonough
Cell contact morning of walk: 404-754-8159

Birding Focus: Permanent residents and breeding species. All levels welcome. Excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Walk lasts ~ 3 hours with ~ 2.5 miles on foot.

Directions: From 10th St. & Peachtree, go east on 10th two blocks to Piedmont. Turn left (north) on Piedmont & pass 11th St. You'll see Quattro's and Willy's on your right. Meet in the parking lot directly behind this building, which also houses the Piedmont Park Conservancy. The park entrance is just past these restaurants on the right. Parking lot entrance: N 33 47.025 W 84 22.746

Parking: There is parking in the lot behind the Conservancy building. There is also parking on 11th St. across Piedmont from the Community Center. The Atlanta Botanical Garden Parking Garage is an option (enter from Piedmont Ave. north of the Community Center across from the Prado; fee approx. $4 for two hours). From the Gardens, walk through Piedmont Park and around Lake Clara Meer on either side until you get to the Community Center on Piedmont Ave. across from 11st St. Restrooms: lake house, dog park, tennis courts, and Bot Gardens

 Sunday June 2

Noonday Creek Trail – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Noonday Creek Trail (Cobb County)

Leader: Angelia Jenkins
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-570-4891

Birding Focus: We'll be looking for wetland and woodland residents. Any level of skill is welcome; the walk will be 3+ miles along a paved route of easy terrain. Participants may leave at any time during the walk. There are no restrooms but KFC and IHOP have them.

Parking: Meet at 1970 N Cobb Pkwy (KFC parking lot). Program your GPS or Google these coordinates for a map: 34.00125, -84.59163

Directions: From I-75 take exit 269. Drive west of Ernest W Barrett Pkwy for 1.4 miles. Turn right and drive 0.3 miles on Cobb Pkwy NW to the KFC parking lot on your right. Park & meet leader here. The trailhead is 180 feet west of the KFC parking lot entrance on Cobb Pkwy NW. For map directions, see this link: http://tinyurl.com/cbd7x8qand

 Wednesday June 5

Heritage Park – 9:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Heritage Park (Cobb County)

Leader: Marge Igyarto
Cell phone morning of walk: 404-345-7207

Birding Focus: We will look for summer breeding birds of the wetlands and woodlands. Heritage Park is a 105-acre nature preserve. The park's 1.7-mile walking trail has an elevated boardwalk over wetlands, travels through forests along Nickajack Creek, passes the ruins of Concord Woolen Mills, and is near the historic Concord Covered Bridge. Heritage Park is a soft surface walking trail, essentially flat with a short hilly area by the ruins. Dress appropriately and wear supportive footwear. Restrooms are available. Note: families and children are welcome on this walk.

Parking: Heritage Park is located at the corner of Fontaine and Nickajack Roads. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS: N 33 50.350 W 84 32.490.

Directions: Take I-285 west to South Cobb Drive (exit #15). Head towards Smyrna and drive 1.5 miles to the East-West Connector. Turn left on the East-West Connector (a Texaco Gas Station is an easy landmark). Drive 2.3 miles and turn left of Fontaine Road. Drive about 0.5 mile to the parking lot, just before Nickajack Rd.

 Thursday June 6

Murphey Candler Park – 7:30AM  (see Google calendar event)

Murphey Candler Park (DeKalb County)

Leader: Liz Hornsby and Mary Kimberly
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-761-0952 (Liz), 404-308-6279 (Mary)

Birding Focus: Three main habitats (lake, wetlands, mixed woods) provide good species diversity. We will especially be on the lookout for resident warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and other passerines. The site is also reliable for turtles. This is a good site for beginners, but all are welcome.

Some of the trail is level, but there are several steep spots and a number of stretches where the surface is uneven from exposed tree roots, etc. Many parts of the trail are muddy and/or slippery after rains; plan your footwear accordingly. The duration of walk is 3 hours, but you may leave at any time.

Parking: Meet at the parking area on West Nancy Creek Drive NE at the very southeast corner of the lake. Restrooms are available. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS: 33.909397, -84.322476


Directions: From I-285 on the N side of Atlanta, take exit 29. Go south on Ashford Dunwoody Rd. about 0.95 mile, then turn left onto W Nancy Creek Drive NE. Drive 0.6 mile to the second parking area on your left, across the dam and at the SE corner of the lake.

 Sunday June 9

Hard Labor Creek State Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Hard Labor Creek State Park (Morgan County)

Leader: Phil Delestrez
Cell contact morning of walk: 706-557-3001

Birding Focus: Hard Labor Creek is the 2nd largest GA State Park. It boasts a variety of habitats and has a history of birds like Loggerhead Shrikes, American Kestrels, and a variety of waterfowl on Lake Rutledge. We'll look for woodland birds, waterfowl, raptors, and other residents.

Parking: Meet at the "Trading Post" Visitor Check In building (has restrooms). Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS. Trading Post Check In: N 33 39.841 W 83 36.362 Bring $5 cash for the parking fee. Alternatively, you can purchase a $50 annual parking pass good at all State Parks. If you have a library card to any GA public library, you can "check out" a ParkPass ahead of time, exempting you from parking fees. For details go to: Things to Know.

Directions: From Interstate-20 going east or west, take the #105 exit north onto Newborn Rd toward Rutledge. Go about 2.1 miles to the fork with Hawkins Ave, and veer to the left to continue following Newborn Rd. Cross Atlanta Hwy and continue until Newborn dead ends into W Dixie Hwy. Take a left on W Dixie and then an immediate right onto Fairplay St. Drive 2.6 miles on Fairplay and then take a left onto Knox Chapel Rd. Go 0.4 miles and take a right onto Hard Labor Creek Rd. The Trading Post will be about 400 feet on your right.

 Friday June 14

Sweetwater Creek State Park – 9:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Sweetwater Creek State Park
(Douglas County)
1750 Mount Vernon Road, Lithia Springs, 30122

Leader: Marge Igyarto
Cell contact morning of walk: 404-345-7207

Birding Focus: Permanent and breeding residents of wetlands and forest, including herons, wood ducks, warblers, thrushes, and vireos. With its falls, overlooks, and lake, Sweetwater Creek State Park is Georgia's most-visited state park and is the closest state park to the city of Atlanta. It offers a diverse birding habitat of woodlands, streams, wetlands, grasslands and a large lake.

Parking: Meet at the Office/Interpretive Center inside the Park (has restrooms). Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS: N 33 45.203 W 84 37.712

Note: Bring $5 cash for the daily parking fee. Alternatively, you can purchase a $50 annual parking pass good at all State Parks. If you have a library card to any Georgia
public library, you can "check out" a ParkPass ahead of time, exempting you from parking fees. For full details go to: Things to Know.

Directions: Take I-20 west from Atlanta, to Exit #44 at Thornton Road, which is the third exit west of I-285. Turn left onto Thornton Road and go 1/4 mile. Turn right on Blair's Bridge Road, and after 2.1 miles at a 4-way stop, turn left on Mount Vernon Road and proceed to park. Go 1.3 miles on Mount Vernon Rd then take a left onto Factory Shoals Road. Go 0.6 miles to the end of Factory Shoals to the parking lot at the Office/Interpretive Center.

 Saturday June 22

Big Creek Greenway – 8:30AM  (see Google calendar event)

Big Creek Greenway in Alpharetta/Roswell (Fulton County)

Leaders: Nikki Belmonte and Tom Nall
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-456-4632

Birding Focus: Common breeding species of songbirds, woodpeckers, raptors, and wetland species. Note: Walk geared toward beginner's and kids (ages 6+), but all are welcome. The route is paved with some boardwalk. Binoculars will be available to borrow.

Parking: Forego the first parking lot and continue down the dirt road to the dirt lot. Google these coordinates or program your GPS for the parking lot: 34.02394, -84.31187

Directions: From State Route 400, take Exit 7 for Rt 140 Norcross - Holcomb Bridge Rd East. Take a right off the exit, heading east. Get into the left lane. Go straight through the first set of traffic lights. Take a left at the second set of traffic lights onto Old Alabama Rd. Proceed ~1/4 mile, look for Big Creek Park entrance on left. Meet at the restroom building.

 Sunday June 23

Leone Hall Price Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Leone Hall Price Park (Cobb Co.)

Leader: Angelia Jenkins
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-570-4891

Birding Focus: We'll be looking for summer breeding/resident birds. Any level of skill is welcome; no restrooms on the property, Kroger nearby. Walk will be approx. 3 miles on natural paths, easy terrain. Habitats: meadow, wooded and creek edge paths. If you arrive late, join us in the meadow area. Take the left gate entrance and follow that trail to the meadow area.

Parking and directions: Park and meet group in the Park's gravel parking lot (free parking). Google Map these coordinates or program your GPS for parking lot entrance: 33.996653, -84.688985
Leone Hall Price Park is located at 4715 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA, 30152, one mile east of Mars Hill Road (Hwy 176) and 0.8 miles west of Acworth Due West Road on Stilesboro Road in West Cobb County. From exit 277 on I-75, go south on Cowan Road for 1.5 miles to intersection with Old Georgia 293/S Main St. Turn left and go 1 mile to intersection with Nance Road. Turn right and go south on this road for 4 miles. Along the way its name will change to Acworth Due West Road NW. At the intersection with Stilesboro Road NW, turn right onto Stilesboro Rd. The parking lot will be in 0.8 miles on your left. Visit www.friendsofpricepark.org/directions.html If you arrive later, just take the path to the meadow. Take the LEFT gate entrance and follow this trail straight to the meadow, then take the center path at the fork in the path. We will take the path down the center of the meadow first.

 Wednesday June 26

Cochran Shoals, CRNRA – 7:30AM  (see Google calendar event)

Cochran Shoals CRNRA (Cobb County)

Leaders: Liz Hornsby and Mary Kimberly
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-761-0952 (Liz), 404-308-6279 (Mary)

Birding Focus: Sparrows, woodpeckers, raptors, and other breeding residents, as well as waterfowl and herons on the river or in the wetlands. Interesting plants & other wildlife sightings will be incorporated into the walk too! We will begin at 7:30, but will be on the main path early in the walk; feel free to join us later.

Parking: Meet at the trailhead near the fee machine at back of South parking lot. There is a daily parking fee of $3 (or $25 annual pass). Bring cash for $3 fee. Alternatively, you can purchase the $25 annual pass with a credit card at the automated machine on site or online by clicking here. Wear comfortable, waterproof footwear for walking on wet grass if desired. Restrooms are at the parking area. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS. Parking lot entrance: N 33 54.105 W 84 26.634

Directions: Going west on I-285, take exit #22, turning right at the first light onto Interstate N Pkwy. Stay in the middle lane of this road and go straight through the next traffic light. After the road crosses the river, make an immediate right into the parking lot marked by "Cochran Shoals Unit." Going east on I-285, take exit #22 and stay in the left lane of the exit ramp. Go to the second light, then turn left. Stay in the middle lane of this road as it crosses the bridge over I-285 and veer to the right to get into the middle lane as the road bends to the left and passes through a traffic light. At this point you are going west on Interstate N Pkwy. Continue with instructions above.

 Saturday June 29

Reynolds Nature Preserve – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

W.H. Reynolds Nature Preserve (Clayton County)

Leader: Anne McCallum
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-642-7148

Birding Focus: Woodland birds such as Pileated Woodpecker, Barred Owl, Wood Thrush, and Acadian Flycatcher. Very wide, flat trail less than 2 miles round trip, through mature deciduous forest and along several ponds. Check out their website above for more details. Restrooms are available.

Parking: Google these coordinates or program your GPS:
33.601464, -84.346874

Directions: Just south of Atlanta, take exit 233 off of I-75. Take highway 54 North (Jonesboro Rd) about 0.9 mile to the light at Reynolds Road (Walmart will be ahead on your left). Turn left on Reynolds Road and go about another 1.1 mile to the parking lot, which will be on your left just after the road has turned a bit to the left.

 Sunday June 30

Panola Mountain State Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Panola Mountain State Park (Rockdale County)

Leader: Phil Delestrez
Cell contact morning of walk: 706-557-3001

Birding Focus: Permanent wetland & forest residents, including warblers, vireos, flycatchers, sparrows, blackbirds, raptors, waterfowl, waders, and shorebirds.

Parking: Meet at the Alexander Lake Parking area. Google these coordinates for a map or program your GPS: N 33 37.953 W 84 08.851

Note: Bring $5 cash for the daily parking fee. Alternatively, you can purchase a $50 annual parking pass good at all State Parks. If you have a library card to any Georgia public library, you can "check out" a ParkPass ahead of time, exempting you from parking fees. For full details go to: Things to Know.

Directions: From I-20 East take exit 68 for Wesley Chapel Rd toward Snapfinger Rd. Turn right onto Wesley Chapel Rd. Go 0.3 miles and turn left onto Snapfinger Rd. Continue on Snapfinger Rd (which becomes GA-155 S) for 7 miles, then turn left onto Alexanders Lake Rd SW. Drive 1.9 miles and then turn left onto Flat Bridge Rd SW. The entrance to the parking lot will be on your right, no more than 50 feet after turning left.

 Saturday July 6

Piedmont Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Piedmont Park (Fulton County)

Leader: Rob McDonough
Cell contact morning of walk: 404-754-8159

Birding Focus: Migratory, permanent & winter residents. All levels welcome. Excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Walk lasts ~ 3 hours with ~ 2.5 miles on foot.

Directions: From 10th St. & Peachtree, go east on 10th two blocks to Piedmont. Turn left (north) on Piedmont & pass 11th St. You'll see Quattro's and Willy's on your right. Meet in the parking lot directly behind this building, which also houses the Piedmont Park Conservancy. The park entrance is just past these restaurants on the right. Parking lot entrance: N 33 47.025 W 84 22.746

Parking: There is parking in the lot behind the Conservancy building. There is also parking on 11th St. across Piedmont from the Community Center. The Atlanta Botanical Garden Parking Garage is an option (enter from Piedmont Ave. north of the Community Center across from the Prado; fee approx. $4 for two hours). From the Gardens, walk through Piedmont Park and around Lake Clara Meer on either side until you get to the Community Center on Piedmont Ave. across from 11st St. Restrooms: lake house, dog park, tennis courts, and Bot Gardens

 Sunday July 7

Noonday Creek Trail – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Noonday Creek Trail (Cobb County)

Leader: Angelia Jenkins
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-570-4891

Birding Focus: We'll be looking for wetland and woodland residents. Any level of skill is welcome; the walk will be 3+ miles along a paved route of easy terrain. Participants may leave at any time during the walk. There are no restrooms but KFC and IHOP have them.

Parking: Meet at 1970 N Cobb Pkwy (KFC parking lot). Program your GPS or Google these coordinates for a map: 34.00125, -84.59163

Directions: From I-75 take exit 269. Drive west of Ernest W Barrett Pkwy for 1.4 miles. Turn right and drive 0.3 miles on Cobb Pkwy NW to the KFC parking lot on your right. Park & meet leader here. The trailhead is 180 feet west of the KFC parking lot entrance on Cobb Pkwy NW. For map directions, see this link: http://tinyurl.com/cbd7x8qand

 Sunday July 21

Leone Hall Price Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Leone Hall Price Park (Cobb Co.)

Leader: Angelia Jenkins
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-570-4891

Birding Focus: We'll be looking for summer breeding/resident birds. Any level of skill is welcome; no restrooms on the property, Kroger nearby. Walk will be approx. 3 miles on natural paths, easy terrain. Habitats: meadow, wooded and creek edge paths. If you arrive late, join us in the meadow area. Take the left gate entrance and follow that trail to the meadow area.

Parking and directions: Park and meet group in the Park's gravel parking lot (free parking). Google Map these coordinates or program your GPS for parking lot entrance: 33.996653, -84.688985
Leone Hall Price Park is located at 4715 Stilesboro Rd, Kennesaw, GA, 30152, one mile east of Mars Hill Road (Hwy 176) and 0.8 miles west of Acworth Due West Road on Stilesboro Road in West Cobb County. From exit 277 on I-75, go south on Cowan Road for 1.5 miles to intersection with Old Georgia 293/S Main St. Turn left and go 1 mile to intersection with Nance Road. Turn right and go south on this road for 4 miles. Along the way its name will change to Acworth Due West Road NW. At the intersection with Stilesboro Road NW, turn right onto Stilesboro Rd. The parking lot will be in 0.8 miles on your left. Visit www.friendsofpricepark.org/directions.html If you arrive later, just take the path to the meadow. Take the LEFT gate entrance and follow this trail straight to the meadow, then take the center path at the fork in the path. We will take the path down the center of the meadow first.

 Saturday July 27

Reynolds Nature Preserve – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

W.H. Reynolds Nature Preserve (Clayton County)

Leader: Anne McCallum
Cell contact morning of walk: 678-642-7148

Birding Focus: Woodland birds such as Pileated Woodpecker, Barred Owl, Wood Thrush, and Acadian Flycatcher. Very wide, flat trail less than 2 miles round trip, through mature deciduous forest and along several ponds. Check out their website above for more details. Restrooms are available.

Parking: Google these coordinates or program your GPS:
33.601464, -84.346874

Directions: Just south of Atlanta, take exit 233 off of I-75. Take highway 54 North (Jonesboro Rd) about 0.9 mile to the light at Reynolds Road (Walmart will be ahead on your left). Turn left on Reynolds Road and go about another 1.1 mile to the parking lot, which will be on your left just after the road has turned a bit to the left.

 Saturday August 3

Piedmont Park – 8:00AM  (see Google calendar event)

Piedmont Park (Fulton County)

Leader: Rob McDonough
Cell contact morning of walk: 404-754-8159

Birding Focus: Migratory, permanent & winter residents. All levels welcome. Excellent for beginning birders or those desiring gentle terrain. Walk lasts ~ 3 hours with ~ 2.5 miles on foot.

Directions: From 10th St. & Peachtree, go east on 10th two blocks to Piedmont. Turn left (north) on Piedmont & pass 11th St. You'll see Quattro's and Willy's on your right. Meet in the parking lot directly behind this building, which also houses the Piedmont Park Conservancy. The park entrance is just past these restaurants on the right. Parking lot entrance: N 33 47.025 W 84 22.746

Parking: There is parking in the lot behind the Conservancy building. There is also parking on 11th St. across Piedmont from the Community Center. The Atlanta Botanical Garden Parking Garage is an option (enter from Piedmont Ave. north of the Community Center across from the Prado; fee approx. $4 for two hours). From the Gardens, walk through Piedmont Park and around Lake Clara Meer on either side until you get to the Community Center on Piedmont Ave. across from 11st St. Restrooms: lake house, dog park, tennis courts, and Bot Gardens