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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Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
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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Explore Urban Nature: A Weed Wrangle
Explore Urban Nature: A Weed Wrangle
Explore Urban Nature Take a closer look at the magic of nature. Join our Natural Resources and Outdoor Chattanooga staff to discover your natural world right here in the city.
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Ruins of Old Harrison Kayak Tour
Ruins of Old Harrison Kayak Tour
View remnants and ruins of the town of Old Harrison by kayak, which was lost when submerged from the creation of Chickamauga Dam in 1940. Our guided and fully equipped
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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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Learn to Bike Commute: StreetCycling 101
Learn to Bike Commute: StreetCycling 101
Learn techniques and rules of the road for being a confident and predictable commuter, city or road cyclist. Learn to Bike Commute is the best first step towards learning how to
Spring Workshop: Crag Crafts
Spring Workshop: Crag Crafts
Can’t wait to have you join the Spring Workshop Series: This week we’re doing the MOST fun craft! Come help give old rope new life in this upcycling workshop with
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CANCELED: Toddler Treks
CANCELED: Toddler Treks
*CANCELED* Our Next Toddler Treks will be March 21st from 4:00-6:00pm. We’ll be building Bug Hotels and putting them in Renessaince Park! You can find more information here and PreRegister
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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 Bicycle Class
Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
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 Bicycle Class
Learn to Ride a Bicycle Class
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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Spring Workshop: Mysterious Edible Mushrooms
Spring Workshop: Mysterious Edible Mushrooms
Can’t wait to have you join the Spring Workshop Series: Erik Hancock, a Tennessee native and amateur foraging connoisseur, has always had a profound interest for all things wild. His
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Ruins of Old Harrison Kayak Tour
Ruins of Old Harrison Kayak Tour
View remnants and ruins of the town of Old Harrison by kayak, which was lost when submerged from the creation of Chickamauga Dam in 1940. Our guided and fully equipped
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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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Silver Adventures: Wildflower Hike
Silver Adventures: Wildflower Hike
Outdoor Chattanooga’s Silver Adventure this month will lead four mile hike on TVA’s Little Cedar Mountain trail. This will be a moderate but leisurely-paced hike with two climbs and two
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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Shirley Miller Wildflower Hike
Shirley Miller Wildflower Hike
Led by an experienced naturalist, Outdoor Chattanooga staff will guide participants along The Shirley Miller Wildflower Trail. This trail features a quarter-mile-long handicap-accessible boardwalk, protecting the delicate wildflowers. Beyond the
Building Bug Hotels
Building Bug Hotels
Can’t wait to have you join our Spring Workshop Series: Building Bug Hotels Specifically designed for kiddos 3rd grade and up but open to all ages. This week we’re having
Spring Workshop: Bike Maintenance and Fitting 101
Spring Workshop: Bike Maintenance and Fitting 101
Can’t wait to have you join the Spring Workshop Series: This week we’re learning how to work on and fit our own bikes. Kat from White Oak Bicycle Club will
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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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Little Cedar Mountain Wildflower Hike
Little Cedar Mountain Wildflower Hike
Outdoor Chattanooga to host a free 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
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Monday Meet-up: All Things Cycling
Monday Meet-up: All Things Cycling
Monday Meet-up: All Things Cycling Monday, March 25th @ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Join us from 5:30 – 7:30 on Monday, March 25th for our next Monday Meetup! This event
Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
Sierra Club Meeting- Cherokee Chapter of TN
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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Spring Workshop: Native Plants and Communities
Spring Workshop: Native Plants and Communities
March 28th @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM FREE Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Center “At its simplest, native plant communities are assemblages of plants that tend to grow together in
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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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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.