Science and research supports what we innately know, that time spent immersed in nature is good for us. Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a free walking tour to help guide you into a practice of enjoying any natural environment and consciously connecting with what’s around you.  The walk is at a leisurely pace, rated easy, along a mountain […]

Join Outdoor Chattanooga for an introduction to flatwater paddling course that will give you the confidence to safely and smartly paddle Chattanooga's scenic waterways!  Bring your own kayak or borrow one of ours.Paddle Smart Chattanooga is an introduction to flatwater kayaking taught by Outdoor Chattanooga’s experienced paddling instructors to provide the fundamentals of kayaking on […]

Ready to kick start your skateboarding adventures? Not sure how to get started or what gear to use?Outdoor Chattanooga's Learn to Skateboard class is for you!Join Outdoor Chattanooga and local skateboard experts for a FREE 90-minute class that will introduce you to the wonderful world of skateboarding! Experienced instructors will teach foundational skills such as […]

Reservations and payment are required in advance as space is limited. Click here to register online or call 423-634-6888 with questions or to learn more.Join Outdoor Chattanooga on a guided and equipped bicycle tour of a popular section on the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway.  The tour is a 4 mile out and back (total of 8 miles), […]

LEARN TO WHITEWATER KAYAK!This is a beginner class on class I-II moving water for participants in the Rapid Learning Whitewater Program who have attended an introduction /essentials class on the lake or in the pool recently.Rapid Learning Whitewater Program provides formal kayak instruction and guided practice for beginner paddlers to learn how to safely and […]

Outdoor Chattanooga's Learn to Ride a Bike Classes are the best and fastest way to learn to ride a bike!Does teaching your child how to ride a bike without training wheels end in frustration and tears? Are you an adult who's dreamed of riding a bike but can’t keep your balance or feel intimidated to […]

Outdoor Chattanooga's Learn to Ride a Bike Classes are the best and fastest way to learn to ride a bike!Does teaching your child how to ride a bike without training wheels end in frustration and tears? Are you an adult who's dreamed of riding a bike but can’t keep your balance or feel intimidated to […]

Contact Tennessee Valley Canoe Club for information about their monthly meetings.Visit https://tvccpaddler.com/ for learn about how you can connect with paddling trips and opportunities.

Outdoor Chattanooga's experienced rock climbing staff will open the Walnut Wall in Coolidge Park to give you the opportunity to try vertical rock climbing. This is top-roped climbing (which requires a harness, rope, and a belayer) with route difficulty varying from beginner to intermediate. We provide all the equipment and instruction for free so you don't […]

Learn to whitewater kayak with Outdoor Chattanooga's Rapid Learning Whitewater Program.Rapid Learning provides formal and equipped kayak instruction for beginning and novice kayakers with the goal teach you how to safely and comfortably paddle up to class III whitewater. Our instructors have years of experience teaching and are nationally certified. Start any time in this year round […]

Join us for a guided kayak tour on the Tennessee River and the unforgettable experience of locking down through the TVA Chickamauga Dam. This is a beginner friendly trip and includes all paddling equipment, instruction, and guides. Total water time is around 2 hours. A shuttle is included back to your vehicles.Ages: 14 & upTime: […]

Join Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park in partnership with Outdoor Chattanooga for a FREE, 3 hour guided kayak tour to explore Chattanooga's Civil War waterways as a host National Park Ranger provides a historical narrative of the Battle of Ringgold Gap from the kayak.The National Park Partners sponsor this kayak tour to give visitors […]

LEARN TO WHITEWATER KAYAK!This is a beginner class on class I-II moving water for participants in the Rapid Learning Whitewater Program who have attended an introduction /essentials class on the lake or in the pool recently.Rapid Learning Whitewater Program provides formal kayak instruction and guided practice for beginner paddlers to learn how to safely and […]

Chattanooga Bicycle Club meets at the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center the 3rd MONDAY monthly from 6pm- 7:30 pm.The CBC is a recreational cycling club whose members share the good fortune of living in one of the most scenic cities in the US and enjoy experiencing its beauty from the seats of our bicycles. Whether your idea […]

Learn to whitewater kayak with Outdoor Chattanooga's Rapid Learning Whitewater Program.Rapid Learning provides formal and equipped kayak instruction for beginning and novice kayakers with the goal teach you how to safely and comfortably paddle up to class III whitewater. Our instructors have years of experience teaching and are nationally certified. Start any time in this year round […]

Disc golf is one of the easiest sports to get into and in the Intro to Disc Golf class Outdoor Chattanooga’s instructors  show you the rules, equipment, and essential techniques to get you started!  With over a dozen courses in the Chattanooga area there are plenty of places to engage your game.  We aim to […]

Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a beginner friendly tour of downtown Chattanooga on the Tennessee River.  OC's guide staff will provide basic kayak instruction and moving water safety, then lead a leisurely paddle from the north shore around landmarks such as Audubon Island/ Wildlife Sanctuary, the Bluff View Arts District, Ross' Landing and downtown's historic bridges. All […]

Come join the Barnard Astronomical Society at Greenway Farm for a day of stargazing at the nearest star to Earth: the Sun! We will have specialized telescopes allowing for safe viewing of sunspots, prominences, and perhaps solar flares. This will be a unique experience to view the Sun safely, up close and in great detail. Remember: […]

LEARN TO WHITEWATER KAYAK!This is a beginner class on class I-II moving water for participants in the Rapid Learning Whitewater Program who have attended an introduction /essentials class on the lake or in the pool recently.Rapid Learning Whitewater Program provides formal kayak instruction and guided practice for beginner paddlers to learn how to safely and […]

Join us for the second ever Monday Meetup: Powered by Two Feet! We had so much fun at the first meetup, and we are thrilled to continue connecting Chattanooga area enthusiasts who love hiking, trail running, and walking in our beautiful parks. On Monday, June 26th from 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Wanderlinger Brewing Company, we invite […]

Learn more about how to get involved with the club and even more opportunities to get outdoors!https://www.sierraclub.org/tennessee/cherokeeThe Sierra Club is the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organization in the United States. The Sierra Club creates opportunities for everyone to experience the transformative power of the outdoors.Getting outdoors improves our mental, physical, and social health. The local […]

Learn more about how to get involved with the club and even more opportunities to get outdoors!https://www.sierraclub.org/tennessee/cherokeeThe Sierra Club is the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organization in the United States. The Sierra Club creates opportunities for everyone to experience the transformative power of the outdoors.Getting outdoors improves our mental, physical, and social health. The local […]

Learn to whitewater kayak with Outdoor Chattanooga's Rapid Learning Whitewater Program.Rapid Learning provides formal and equipped kayak instruction for beginning and novice kayakers with the goal teach you how to safely and comfortably paddle up to class III whitewater. Our instructors have years of experience teaching and are nationally certified. Start any time in this year round […]

Pedal to Paddle ~ A Bike to Canoe Event on South Chickamauga Creek Trails Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a guided and equipped Pedal to Paddle Bike to Canoe Adventure on the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway and Blueway trail!You'll discover how Chattanooga's greenways and blueways are connected while experiencing two adventure sports in one day! Outdoor Chattanooga's […]

Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a beginner friendly tour of downtown Chattanooga on the Tennessee River.  OC's guide staff will provide basic kayak instruction and moving water safety, then lead a leisurely paddle from the north shore around landmarks such as Audubon Island/ Wildlife Sanctuary, the Bluff View Arts District, Ross' Landing and downtown's historic bridges. All […]