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.
Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
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Chattanooga Grotto Meeting
Chattanooga Grotto Meeting
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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Hike through History
Hike through History
Embark on a remarkable journey with “Hike through History” a partner program from Department of Parks & Outdoors and the African American Cemetery Preservation Fund. Join our low-impact walk/hike in
First Annual Chattanooga Outdoors Festival
First Annual Chattanooga Outdoors Festival
A Celebration of Outdoor Adventure, Conservation, Music, and Community! Date: Saturday, April 6, 2024 Time: 12 PM – 7 PM Location: Chattanooga Choo Choo Gardens Join us for a day
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Learn to: Mountain Bike Repair
Learn to: Mountain Bike Repair
Curious about all those parts on YOUR mountain bike and how to take care of them? You just spent a bunch of money on a mountain bike and want to
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Try Archery (All Ages)
Try Archery (All Ages)
TRY ARCHERY! All ages welcome! This is a free indoor archery session provided by Outdoor Chattanooga. No experience or reservation necessary. Location: Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center 200 River Street,
Try Archery (Adults Only)
Try Archery (Adults Only)
TRY ARCHERY! This is a free indoor archery session provided by Outdoor Chattanooga. No experience or reservation necessary. Location: Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center 200 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
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Learn to: Ride a Bike
Learn to: Ride a Bike
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
Learn to: Ride a Bike
Learn to: Ride a Bike
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
Tennessee Valley Canoe Club monthly meeting
Tennessee Valley Canoe Club monthly meeting
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.
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Chattanooga Bike Club Monthly Meeting
Chattanooga Bike Club Monthly Meeting
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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Try Archery (All Ages)
Try Archery (All Ages)
TRY ARCHERY! All ages welcome! This is a free indoor archery session provided by Outdoor Chattanooga. No experience or reservation necessary. Location: Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center 200 River Street,
Try Archery (Adults Only)
Try Archery (Adults Only)
TRY ARCHERY! This is a free indoor archery session provided by Outdoor Chattanooga. No experience or reservation necessary. Location: Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center 200 River Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405
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Earth Week
Earth Week
Check out all the things happening this week in Chattanooga! We are so excited to be able to spend an entire week this year celebrating the Earth. We are incredibly
Learn to Skateboard
Learn to Skateboard
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
Adventure Library and Digital Outdoors
Adventure Library and Digital Outdoors
Outdoor Chattanooga is partnering with the Chattanooga Public Library to create The Adventure Library, a new outdoor recreational gear lending program. Here, you can check out a variety of outdoor
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Earth Week
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Sustainability Open House
Sustainability Open House
Come out to the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga center to learn all about three local powerhouses and their involvement in the world of sustainability. Access Fund is coming to talk
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Silver Adventures: Wildflower Hike
Silver Adventures: Wildflower Hike
Outdoor Chattanooga’s Silver Adventure this month will lead participants along The Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail. This trail features a quarter-mile-long handicap-accessible boardwalk, protecting the delicate wildflowers. Beyond the boardwalk, we will
SMART Urban Cycling with White Oak Bicycle Co-op
SMART Urban Cycling with White Oak Bicycle Co-op
Urban Cycling will cover the important things you need to be a successful urban cyclist or commuter. This class, led by a Lead Cycling Instructor from the League of American
Crag Crafts: Upcycled Rope Workshop
Crag Crafts: Upcycled Rope Workshop
Not sure what to do with your old recycled climbing rope? Bring it to our Crag Crafts night! You can turn your old climbing rope (or our old climbing rope
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Green | Drinks at Outdoor Chattanooga
Green | Drinks at Outdoor Chattanooga
Join us for Green Drinks, green|spaces’ monthly sustainability networking event at Outdoor Chattanooga on April 24th from 5-7pm. Come learn how you can protect the environment while enjoying the outdoors.
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Birds and Beer: Chimney Swift with the Ornithological Society
Birds and Beer: Chimney Swift with the Ornithological Society
Chimney Swifts are returning from their winter in the Amazon! Here’s a chance to observe their mysterious roosting behavior at dusk during migration– massing together to dive into a chimney
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GEARage Sale and Spring Fest
GEARage Sale and Spring Fest
Outdoor GEARage Sale and Spring Fest Hosted by Waterways, Gear Closet and Outdoor Chattanooga! April 27, 2024 now at GREENWAY FARM 9 am – 2pm Reduce, reuse and resell your
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Learn to: Ride a Bike
Learn to: Ride a Bike
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
Volunteer Training
Volunteer Training
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Outdoor Chattanooga. Volunteers are a critical piece of providing additional support for programs and events which help to advance the department missions
Learn to: Whitewater Kayak
Learn to: Whitewater Kayak
Learn to Whitewater Kayak with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Rapid Learning Whitewater Program. Learn to whitewater kayak and practice your roll with Outdoor Chattanooga’s Rapid Learning Whitewater Program. Rapid Learning provides formal kayak instruction,
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Fly Casting Clinic for Women
Fly Casting Clinic for Women
Come out and join Trout Unlimited for an awesome day out on the water celebrating International Women’s Day (which is technically on May 8th). We’re going to take a woman’s
Learn to: Mountain Biking for Women with Velo Vixens
Learn to: Mountain Biking for Women with Velo Vixens
Join Velo Vixens and Outdoor Chattanooga to celebrate International Women’s Mountain Bike Day on May 4th. Register for Introduction to Mountain Biking taught in partnership with Velo Vixens, a womens adventure group. This class provides the equipment
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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.