Join our Next Trail Blazers Walk on September 10 |
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Our informative Trail Blazers walks/hikes take place at different parks in Sandy Springs and neighboring communities from May through October. Learn about the history and features of each park/trail.
Our final 2 Trail Blazers walks in 2022 are:
8:30am at Big Trees Forest Preserve
7645 Roswell Rd NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
8:30am at Morgan Falls Overlook Park
400 Morgan Falls Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
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Featured Park: Big Trees Forest Preserve |
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John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve (Big Trees) is now a part of the Old-Growth Forest Network (OGFN), a national network of protected, native, publicly accessible mature forests. Big Trees is the first forest in Fulton County to receive the designation.
The Forest is preserved and protected in a cooperative partnership with The John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve, Inc., the City of Sandy Springs, State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and Southeast Land Preservation Trust.
This 30-acre nature preserve has a network of signed trails in a scenic stream-side setting. The trails in the Forest provide convenient access to the Forest and are constructed to withstand the impact of foot traffic only while protecting the surrounding natural resources.
Join us on Saturday, September 10 at 8:30am for an educational walk at this beautiful preserve and discover the amazing history of the area.
Big Trees Forest Preserve 7645 Roswell Rd NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
(Parking at North Fulton Annex)
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ArtSS in the Open Sculptures Headed to
Marsh Creek Rain Garden
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The Marsh Creek Rain Garden near City Springs will become home to five sculptures that were part of the 2022 ArtSS in the Open sculpture competition. Read the article to preview the sculptures that you can see at Marsh Creek Rain Garden.
For more information on the garden, download the Sandy Springs Conservancy App for features of the park which is ADA Compliant.
Marsh Creek Rain Garden is located at 100 Johnson Ferry Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.
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Are you or your organization looking to get involved in the Sandy Springs community? |
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Is you neighborhood or organization looking for a service project? Does your business want to get involved in local philanthropy? If so, SSC is looking for you!
SSC Micro Projects are smaller, volunteer-driven activities focusing on enhancements and improvements in our Sandy Springs parks, trails, or greenspace areas, which improve the utilization and value of green lands for the benefit of the entire community.
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Congratulations to our Hide and Seek Winners! |
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Our Hide and Seek activity ended on June 30. We had approximately 50 families that went to our 3 parks while seeking for the 9 hidden treasures. The hints on our Facebook page helped several hunters find some well concealed QR codes!
A big thank you to our sponsors who donated the prizes to the well-deserving families who searched high and low while experiencing the outdoors at the wonderful parks/trails in Sandy Springs.
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We Appreciate your Support |
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The Sandy Springs Conservancy is proud of our role in the design and momentum of various Sandy Springs park's projects, but we can't do it without you! Individual and corporate donations directly support the Sandy Springs Trail Master Plan, our Micro Projects and other park, trail, and greenspace initiatives.O
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SS Farmers Market: Nonprofit Engagement Day, Saturday, September 10
Join SSC at the Farmers Market and tell us what you would like to see at our parks, trails, and greenspace. Every Saturday from 8:30am to Noon, a unique selection of vendors set up shop providing an open-air opportunity to purchase fresh produce and artisan foods. For more info, click here.
Trail Blazers Walks, Saturday September 10 and October 1
Take a walk with us to learn about the parks/trails by an educated guide to teach you about the history as well as hidden treasures in each park. Our September walk is at Big Trees Forest Preserve and October will take place at Morgan Falls Overlook Park.
Encato - Movies by Moonlight (FREE) at City Green, Friday, August 26
Leadership Sandy Springs’ Movies by Moonlight is a classic family event with a fun, festival atmosphere that appeals to kids of all ages. Picnic on the lawn, settle on your own blanket, lawn chair or one of the campus swings. Make lasting memories and friends at Movies by Moonlight.
City Springs Theatre Company's "Anything Goes", September 9-25
Music, dance, laughter and romance collide in this hilarious shipboard romp, recently updated for contemporary audiences, and presented by City Springs Theatre Company. With elaborate disguises, tap-dancing sailors, and good old-fashioned blackmail, it's a memorable journey for all aboard.Get your tickets!
Concerts by the Springs, Sunday, August 28 and September 11
The concerts take place on select Sundays at the Heritage Sandy Springs Center, located just outside the Perimeter off Roswell Road.Reserve. Tables can be reserved but lawn seating is free.
September 11 - BJ Wilbanks - “Back Porch Soul,” fusing the musical roots of Americana, Motown, and Delta Blues into an intoxicating blend of Southern Rock.
City Green Live - Friday evenings over the Summer 6pm
Live Music! Lawn seating is FREE to the public and reserved tables can be purchased. View the concerts here!
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The Sandy Springs Conservancy
227 Sandy Springs Place, Suite D-470
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
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