Category: People, Places & Parks

When we think of land and water conservation, housing might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But it should be. Because how—and where—we house people is one of the most important environmental decisions we make. In cities and towns across the country, the lack of affordable housing near job centers and public […]

By Adam Betuel, Birds Georgia  Twice each year, billions of birds take on the incredible journey of migration. Migrating primarily at night, the birds use our setting sun and stars as their guide, making occasional stops along the way to rest and refuel.  The journey is long and difficult, and, in recent years, a threat […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager Welcome to Park Pride’s Park Picks: 2025 Fall Edition! As autumn grows nearer and the weather begins to cool (although, knowing Atlanta, this could be the infamous false fall!), this is a great time to plan a few park outings around the City of Atlanta […]

Each September, millions of migratory birds pass through Georgia on their journey south, relying on our state’s native plants for food, shelter, and rest. To highlight this important connection, Birds Georgia will host its annual Fall Flyway Festival, a month-long series of events designed to celebrate birds, native plants, and community.  From guided nature walks […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager “A lot of people don’t have parks. We’re blessed to have a park, and we want to use it,” said Joyce Smith, a community advocate and longtime resident of the Poole Creek neighborhood.  Harper Park is a 13-acre park situated in the Poole Creek neighborhood […]

One of the most popular ways that Atlantans experience the Atlanta Beltline is through running and walking. Our fitness programs are designed to encourage physical activity and support residents and visitors in pursuing healthier, more active lifestyles. One way we celebrate that is through our three-event race series, in partnership with the Atlanta Track Club: […]

By Nikki Belmonte, Georgia Native Plant Society Step outside during this sizzling summer and you will likely see a pollinator hovering, crawling or flying around in search of food. A pollinator is any animal that helps carry pollen from one flower to another, allowing the plant to become fertilized and produce fruit and seeds. More […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager It may be summer break now, but class is almost back in session! Our Director of Education, Eli Dickerson, is excitedly preparing for the third year of the Park Stewardship Academy (PSA).  PSA is a three-month educational and skill-building program that equips community members with […]

Prescribed burning, also known as controlled burning, helps restart the ecological clock, thin unwanted vegetation, and benefit native plant species, creating a habitat where birds can thrive.  Working with the Interagency Burn Team (IBT), a collection of private, state, and federal partners focused on burning to help rare wildlife, Birds Georgia has conducted prescribed fires […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager  As we all head into summer, Park Pride is also entering a new season! We are thrilled to announce a few changes to the way we do things.   Teri Nye, who had previously served in Park Pride’s Park Visioning Program, has rejoined the organization after […]

June is National Home Ownership Month, and there’s never been a better time to celebrate the transformative power of homeownership in Atlanta. At the Atlanta Beltline, we’re not just building trails and parks; we’re building pathways to generational wealth and community stability that will benefit Atlantans for decades to come. The numbers tell an inspiring […]

By Laura Qadri, Intown Atlanta Chapter of Georgia Native Plant Society The ever-sunnier days of late can only mean one thing: the start of garden tour season in Atlanta. Whether we are just curious or seeking inspiration, it feels welcoming and special when gardeners invite us into their carefully designed spaces.  While many tours are […]

Welcome to Park Pride’s Park Picks: 2025 Spring & Summer Edition! With the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer, this is a great time to head outside and enjoy all that our local parks have to offer! The City of Atlanta and DeKalb County are home to hundreds of incredible, high-quality parks and […]

By Jared Teutsch, Executive Director The tenth annual Georgia Bird Fest officially kicked off earlier this month, featuring over 40 events in the month-long celebration that wraps up on May 16. It’s not too late to join fellow nature and bird enthusiasts for exciting field trips, workshops, and other events to celebrate and enjoy Georgia’s […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager While quality parks are Park Pride’s medium, stronger communities are our primary goal. Our 2025 Inspiration Award winners are part of the network of hardworking and dedicated community members who help us advance this mission.  Through our annual Inspiration Awards, we honor local park champions […]

It’s time to celebrate: It’s finally spring in the City of Atlanta. As the weather begins to warm up and residents find themselves spending more time outdoors, the Atlanta Beltline continues to transform urban living, offering a vibrant, accessible space where community, creativity and wellness converge. This spring, we’re highlighting the diverse ways you can […]

By Brian Foster, Georgia Conservancy With fewer than 370 North Atlantic right whales remaining, including just 70 breeding females, this species is on the brink of extinction. Once abundant along the Atlantic coastline, these whales now face an uncertain future due to ship strikes, entanglements in fishing gear, and habitat loss. Each winter, right whales […]

April is National Native Plant Month as annually proclaimed by Congress through Senate and House resolutions to recognize the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States. Every year, sponsors must reintroduce the resolutions. While having this recognition is excellent, why not make it permanent? Here in Georgia, that just […]

By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager Home, community, resilience, a place to dream – these are just a few words that neighbors use to describe Four Corners Park. Four Corners Park is a nearly five-acre park nestled in Atlanta’s Peoplestown neighborhood. The park is home to the Rick McDevitt Youth Center, […]

By Jared Teutsch, Executive Director Next year, in 2026, Birds Georgia will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of our founding in 1926 as the Atlanta Bird Club making us Georgia’s oldest, continually operating conservation organization. In the century since our founding, Birds Georgia has experienced a steady trajectory of growth as we work to build places […]