The
After School Adventure Kids program is a great opportunity for kids ages 9-13 to build outdoor skills that will stay with them into adulthood. Adventurers can choose from Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking or Archery.
Programs will be offered on Tuesdays from
4:30 to 6:30 pm, September through November. Outdoor Chattanooga guide staff will provide instruction and equipment for kids with all skill levels including true beginners. Cost is $20 per date and activity. Pre-registration is required and space is limited due to small group sizes. To get registered or for more information,
email Outdoor Chattanooga or call
(423) 643-6888.
Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 Tuesdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Coolidge Park/ Downtown
Walnut Wall overlooks the Tennessee River from a 50' high limestone pier of the historic Walnut Street Bridge located in Coolidge Park. This class is for the beginning or intermediate climber who would like to learn the basics of rock climbing; including how to correctly wear a harness, tie knots, handle the rope, movement techniques, use a belay device and communicate effectively.
Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 Tuesdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Greenway Farm Park/ Hixson
Basic bike handling and safety skills are introduced in this class as the foundation to mountain biking, with our skills practices using the grassy hills, built features, and dirt double track at the Greenway Farm Park in Hixson. Participants need to be able to ride in a straight line and navigate simple twists and turns of bike paths to enroll. A limited number of bikes are available.
Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17 Tuesdays from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Greenway Farm Park/ Hixson
There is plenty to learn about this classic sport and we'll start from the beginning with instruction on the equipment, safety procedures, and shooting techniques (including plenty of fun games). This program is affiliated with the National Archery in Schools Program (NASP) and the NEW upcoming Chattanooga Interscholastic Archery League.
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