Our Programs
Outdoor Chattanooga’s programs connect people to the outdoors! We specialize in beginner-friendly, no to low-cost recreation activities like canoeing, flatwater and whitewater kayaking, cycling and mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, archery and much more. Guided tours, programs with equipment, family-oriented events, workshops, and classes allow adults and kids of all ages to interact with the outdoors in local parks and wild areas. The Outdoor Chattanooga Center in Coolidge Park serves as a home base for our programs, year-round. Our second facility at the City of Chattanooga’s Greenway Farm Park in Hixson operates during the spring, summer, and fall. Outdoor Chattanooga’s highly trained staff boasts years of experience leading groups and guiding individuals. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality instruction while maintaining a focus on education and stewardship. Find a list of our programs below or visit our catalog to register online. Please note, registration for most programs will open 2 weeks in advance of the program/event date due to popularity of our programs. To contact us to check the status of our programs, call our Outdoor Chattanooga HOTLINE at 423-287-LEAF(5323).
Upcoming Events
Events
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1 event,MEDIC SOLO: Wilderness First Aid is an in-person certification class and an industry standard in the outdoor recreation industry as well as recommended for any outdoor enthusiast. WFA/ SOLO MEDIC |
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Chattanooga Grotto is the caving club of Chattanooga, TN. Meetings are held every first Monday of the month at Outdoor Chattanooga in Coolidge Park at 7PM EST. Anyone is welcome |
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Celebrate the Worm Moon with a guided urban farm and garden tour with Outdoor Chattanooga! We’ll explore a few of our cities vibrant green spaces, including Crabtree Farms, a cornerstone |
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Set sail for adventure with Privateer Sailing Education Foundation! This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the basics of sailing and essential knot-tying techniques every mariner should know. Learn how to |
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Are you ready to embark on a nature-filled adventure with your little explorer? Join Outdoor Chattanooga for a one-of-a-kind parent/child program designed especially for toddlers. This class is designed to ignite a
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Join Outdoor Chattanooga on a four mile hike on TVA’s Little Cedar Mountain trail. This will be a moderate but leisurely-paced hike with two climbs and two descents, and a |
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Volunteer Orientation Curious about how you can get involved and make a difference? Join us for our Volunteer Orientation! This event is designed to introduce new and returning volunteers to |
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and
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Learn how to ride a bicycle in as little as one class, or come see us to refresh your rusty skills. The class consists of a set of exercises and |
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We are just days away from our upcoming Career and Volunteer Fair, and we can’t wait to see you there. We have an incredible lineup of local organizations joining us, |
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Join us for a hands on workshop that shows how everyday time outside can contribute to real scientific research. Led by UTC graduate researcher Seth Ledbetter, this session introduces fungal |
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Step into the night for a Friday the 13th night hike and experience Greenway Farms after dark on this family- and beginner-friendly Night Hike with Outdoor Chattanooga. Guided by a |
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Explore the hidden history of Old Harrison on this guided kayak tour. Once a thriving riverside community, the town was submerged in 1940 with the creation of Chickamauga Dam. Today, its remnants |
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Family Fun Day- Adventure in the Park Family Fun Day- Adventure in the Park is a free community event with activities for all ages! Bring a picnic and the whole |
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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 |
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Discover the beauty of spring with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Family Wildflower Walk on the Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail near La Fayette, Georgia. This scenic 0.8-mile out-and-back boardwalk trail is renowned for
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Join certified Tyler Meroney, Urban & Community Forestry Partnership Coordinator from the Department of Agriculture Forestry Division for an engaging and informative workshop all about caring for the trees that |
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Join Trout Unlimited for an introductory workshop designed to get you started in the art of fly fishing! Whether you’re brand new to the sport or just looking to refresh |
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Explore the hidden history of Old Harrison on this guided kayak tour. Once a thriving riverside community, the town was submerged in 1940 with the creation of Chickamauga Dam. Today, its |
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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 |
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For adults aged 50 and above, we present Silver Adventures—an exceptional opportunity to immerse yourself in nature and tailored programming under the guidance of our expert outdoor team. Discover the
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Join us for a family-friendly workshop where you’ll learn about the vital role of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in our ecosystem. Engage in hands-on activities and discover how you |
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First Casts: A Kids Learn-to-Fish Program (Ages 12 & Under) Introduce your child to the joy of fishing at East Lake Park in Chattanooga! First Casts is a fun, hands-on program designed |
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Enjoy a peaceful walk among spring wildflowers on this leisurely, beginner-friendly hike to beautiful Hemlock Falls in Georgia’s Sitton’s Gulch at Cloudland Canyon State Park. This moderate 4-mile round-trip hike |
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The Pink Moon, a symbol of renewal and growth, invites us to reflect on what we want to “bloom” in our lives—much like the flowers of spring. Come walk beneath |
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Cancellation Policy
Outdoor Chattanooga leads outdoor activities rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather or other conditions deemed dangerous by the guide staff. Should severe weather conditions occur within the first hour of the activity, it may be delayed or rescheduled. If severe weather occurs after the first hour, it is considered a complete activity. Cancellations by the customer anytime within 48 hours prior to trip time or customer “no shows” will not be rescheduled or issued a refund for paid activities.