Here are upcoming news and events from Outdoor Chattanooga:
All About Surfski Paddlesports with Pro Sean Rice April 12
Interested in Surfski as your next paddle sport? Then come to Outdoor Chattanooga on Tues., April 12 from 6 - 7 p.m. and learn from two-time World Surfski Champion, Sean Rice as he presents on the various aspects of the sport, how to get started, and the lifestyle of a pro racer. There will also be Surfski's on hand to view. The presentation is free and open to all ages.
Introduction to Mountain Biking: Core Skills Builder Course April 15
Mountain Biking is so much more than just riding a bike through the woods! Outdoor Chattanooga now offers an Introduction to Mountain Biking: Core Skills Builder Course and an Introduction to Mountain Biking: Singletrack Trail Class. The Core Skills Builder will introduce and reinforce the core skills that are required to get the most out of mountain biking. Once participants have attended at least one core class they are eligible to participate in the Singletrack Trail Classes to apply their skills on singletrack. Let our instructors teach you in a format that can be structured to your pace and individual learning style. This class is ideal for the complete novice or for those who wish to practice specific skills in a controlled setting. Appropriate for ages 10-110. Cost is $10 per person and pre-registration is required. Call Outdoor Chattanooga at (423) 643-6888 to register and make payment. Loaner equipment is available if needed, but is limited. Participants must already know how to confidently ride a bike for these classes.
2016 Schedule of Core Skill Builder Classes
Friday April 15
Tuesday April 19
Tuesday May 3
Friday May 6
Friday May 20
Monday May 23
Tuesday Aug 23
Friday Sept 16
Friday Oct 21
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Community Events
South Chickamauga Greenway Grand Opening Celebration April 9
The community is invited to attend a family fun day on Sat., April 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate the Grand Opening of the South Chickamauga Creek Connector. The event will kick off with the South Chick Sunriser 5K race, followed by an art bike parade put on by Art120. There will be canoe and bike rentals, live bluegrass music, two outdoor yoga classes, food trucks, an outdoor market, children's activities and more. The goal is to get people on the Riverwalk to see the new bridge and enjoy the outdoors. Click here for directions.
Sculpture Fields at Montague Park Grand Opening April 8 & 9
Come out and celebrate the Grand Opening of the Sculpture Fields at Montague Park, a new large-scale sculpture park in Chattanooga, this weekend! The Sculpture Fields at Montague Park will be open to the public of all ages, free of charge, seven days a week starting on April 8th. Activities for the weekend include: An Iron Pour Performance, "Meet the Artist" walks, Yoga, Tai Ji and Meditative walks in the park, Live Music, and Food-trucks! Park Activities will be held Friday, April 8 from 6 - 10 p.m. and Saturday, April 9 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Visit the website for a detailed schedule of events.
Little Cedar Mountain Trail Run April 9
The Little Cedar Mountain Trail Run is a new trail race to benefit Marion County Animal Rescue Connection! Racers can choose from the 3.8 or 7.6 mile options and walker's are welcome. The race is Saturday, April 9 and starts at 8:00 CST. Pre-registration is required. Race fee is $25 and includes a t-shirt. To register click here. For directions to the trail head click here.
Garden Expo April 9
The Master Gardeners of Hamilton County, in association with the University of Tennessee Extension, sponsor the 4th annual "Master Your Garden" Garden Expo on Saturday, April 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday April 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Camp Jordan Arena. Focusing on gardening and the outdoors, the Expo brings together an array of exhibits, demonstrations, educational activities, and vendors of interest to experienced gardeners, gardening enthusiasts, beginners, and children. Admission is $5 for both days, children 12 and under are free. Click here for more info, schedule of seminars/speakers and list of vendors.
Lookout Mountain Weed Wrangle April 9
Calling all Lula Lake lovers... Come show your love by volunteering for the Lookout Mountain Weed Wrangle this Saturday, April 9. Volunteers are needed to help to wrangle some invasive species on the front of the mountain so that the native plants can thrive. There are two sessions. 9 a.m. -12 p.m. and 1 - 4 p.m. Lunch will be provided by Lookout Mountain Conservancy. Email Mike Pollack for more info and to sign up for a morning or afternoon shift.
Community News
Chattanooga Cycleboats
Chattanooga Cycleboats, located at Ross's Landing, is the newest tour company in Chattanooga and the only company that offers bike-boat tours on the Tennessee River. Ride a bike and power a boat...What a great way to get outside and get active while hanging out with friends/family! Click here to visit their website and book your tour.
2016 Upcoming Events
April
6 Spring Fling at Flying Squirrel
7 Thursday Evening Shuttle Runs
8-9 Sculpture Fields Grand Opening
9 Little Cedar Mountain Trail Run
Chick Stock Preview Party
9-10 Garden Expo
10 Nature Calls 15K & 5K Trail Race
11 Learn to Ride a Bicycle
Like Riding a Bicycle Innovation District Bike Ride
12 All About Surf Ski with Pro Sean Rice
13 Adventure & Ales at the CampHouse
14 Neighborhood Slow Ride East Lake
15 Intro to Mountain Biking: Core Skills Builder
15-16 Reflection Riding Annual Native Plant Sale
15-17 Trails & Trilliums
16 Intro to Mountain Biking: Singletrack Trail Class
Chickamauga Chase
Cumberland Trail Spring Festival
Night Run 5K Chattanooga
Spring Hike with SVI
16-24 Free National Park Week
18 Street Cycling 101
19 Intro to Mountain Biking: Core Skills Builder
21 Lula Lake Night @ Flying Squirrel
Outdoor Recreation Mapping & Apping Party
22-23 TN Bike Summit
23 Clean & Green Chattanooga
Outdoor Expo & Gear Swap
Night Shift 3/6 Hours of TNT
ESNP 2016 Bike Day
Sand Rock Earth Day Clean Up
24 Black Forest Classic: TYMBR Series
28 Corporate Challenge 5K
29-30 Blue Ridge Trout Festival
30 Latin Festival
Interscholastic Archery League: Meet 3
Open Day Lula Lake Land Trust
May
1 Open Day Lula Lake Land Trust
3 For The Love Movie Premier
7 3 State 3 Mountain Challenge
Blueway Paddle
14 Little Owl Festival
21 Paddling By Moonlight
22 Ironman 70.3
24 Chattanooga Chase
June
3 TVCC Paddle School
4 National Trails Day
7 Learn to SUP
11 Centennial Program
Free Fishing Day