Family Fundays
Pack a picnic and bring the whole family to Greenway Farm City Park for an afternoon of activity and family fun! Outdoor Chattanooga will provide equipment for families to try archery at our outdoor archery range or rent a canoe for $10 per person to paddle on North Chickamauga Creek. There’s trails to explore by foot and bike, and plenty of green lawn to throw frisbees, play freeze tag or enjoy a picnic. Our staff will be on hand to help with archery and canoeing. All other activities are self guided. Our activities are appropriate for ages 5 and up. See you at the park on Sunday for a family funday!
Families should check in with Outdoor Chattanooga staff at the outdoor archery range next to the dog park at Greenway Farm Park in Hixson, TN.
Canoeing: Outdoor Chattanooga will provide all the equipment for you to paddle the creek at your own pace. (tandem canoes, PFD, paddle) Canoes are available from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m at the boat ramp behind the gardens. There is a fee for canoeing $10 per person. First come, first served. We can only accept cash or check on site!
Archery: All ages can test their aim at the bullseye targets placed before an arrow resistant net. This program range is located next to the dog park. Outdoor Chattanooga staff will provide the instruction, guidance, and equipment for this activity. Available between 4pm and 7pm. This activity is free.
Nature Hike: Seek adventure in a classic nature hike at the park. Take a leisurely stroll or head to the hills with suggested routes and a self guiding map. Ask for a scavenger hunt list for some extra fun. No fee.
A liability release form will be required for canoeing and archery. Severe weather may cancel or delay this program. No reservation required to attend. First come, first serve as equipment is limited.
FAQs
When and where are the Family Fundays?
Family Fundays are held on select days throughout the summer at different parks in Chattanooga
2023 Family Funday Dates:
April 30th | Greenway Farm | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
June 18th | Location and Time TBA
July 16th | Greenway Farm | 2:00pm – 5:00pm
August 4th | Coolidge Park | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Do I have to make a reservation?
Reservations are not required. Just show up. Equipment is distributed on a first come first served basis. We can only accept cash or check on-site for canoe rentals.
Do I need to have my own equipment
No, Outdoor Chattanooga provides all the equipment and instruction for archery and canoeing. We can’t allow the use of personal bows or arrows on our archery targets. You can, however, bring and utilize your own paddling gear to do a self-guided paddle on the creek and avoid the $25 rental fee.
How much does it cost?
Archery is free. There is a $10 per person fee to rent our tandem canoes. You may pay with cash, check or mobile phone upon arrival.
Do I have to have experience to participate?
No experience required to attend and participate in any of the activities. Our experienced staff will be on-site to offer assistance, guidance and instruction.
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Did You Know?
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