Friends of McIntosh Reserve, Inc.

Walk and Talk

McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Dr. Jerry Stober: Rising CO2 levels in the atmosphere. More details to follow

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Brent Hess with DNR: Sampling the fish in the Chattahoochee at McIntost Park. More details to follow.

Walk and Talk

McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Renee Morrison - Nature Observation through Fairy Houses.  Folks of ALL ages enjoy this nature program which blends storytelling, imagination, enchantment, art and science. For families, teachers, grandparents, master gardeners, nature enthusiasts - everyone. More details at: McIntosh Fairy Program 2015

River Keeper

McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Our annual visit from the Chattahoochee River Keeper

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McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Christmas Ferns and Hollies. Meet at 10:00 am at the old range station. Parking fees will again be waived for those attending. Linda Alexander will help us identify any plants we may encounter on our walk along the back trails of the park. Pray for a nice warm day.  

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McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

The next Walk and Talk will be March 19 at 10 am at the Old Ranger Station, Pavilion 3.   Trecia Neal, Fernbank Science Center in Atlanta, will talk about the migratory Monarch butterflies ecology and habitat.  After the presentation, there will be a short, informal hike.  The parking fee will be exempt for those attending this event.

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McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Saturday, April 16, 2016, 9 am. Spring wildflower hike, led by Mike and Gina Strickland.  Meet in the parking lot of the old ranger station in McIntosh Reserve.  This hike usually takes about 2 hours to complete, with flower identifications and discussion.  Bring your camera.  If you get good pictures, share them with us so they can be added to our […]

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McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Saturday, May 21, 2016, 9 am. Birds, led by Stanley Tate, Times Georgian columnist.  Stanley Tate, Columnist with the Times-Georgian, will lead a "Walk with the Birds".   Meet at the old ranger station in the park promply at 9 am.  The walk will cover both the river bank and wooded habitat.  The walking should not be difficult, but wear […]

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McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Saturday, June 18, 2016, 9 am. Amphibian and Reptile Study, led by Frank Fontanella, UWG Biology professor.  In McIntosh Reserve. Inquire at entrance kiosk for specific location. The parking fee is waived for Walk and Talk participants.  

Walk and Talk

McIntosh Reserve Park 1046 W. McIntosh Cr, Whitesburg, GA, United States

Saturday, July 23, 9 am Kevin McCauley, known as the "beaver whisperer", will give a presentation on beavers. Mr. McCauley is with the Blue Heron Nature Preserve in Atlanta. Following the talk, an optional visit to the beaver pond at McIntosh is planned. Protective clothing and bug spray are recommended. Meet at Pavilion 2. The […]