Parks & Recreation Coalition of Brookhaven (PARC)
- provides a cooperative forum as an umbrella for all Brookhaven park groups to discuss various issues of common concern, share experiences, encourage volunteerism and find common ground. Includes Community Gardens, Brookhaven Bike Alliance and Brookhaven Tree Conservancy
- supported by Brookhaven P&R, PW/Stormwater and Comm Dev/Arborists and CoB Sustainability. We are also assisted by Park Pride to develop and improve the organization of our groups and the overall health of our parks and greenspaces.
- look for monthly Bird Walks at MCP
- monthly Conservation Series events are rotated between Lynwood, Briarwood and Ashford
- consider registering and participating in the annual Eco-Stewardship Program, where residents participate in classes and lead work events. The classes focus on forest and watersheds, habitat identification & history, native vs invasive species, removal techniques, seasonal concerns and overall improvement of our greenspaces
- Eco-series aligns well with the CoB initiatives for National Wildlife Federation (NWF) certification and Keep Brookhaven Beautiful rollout!
**New group connection - see below: TIREd of this Garbage - watershed clean-outs
- use the Contact Us link if you have any questions
Ongoing Brookhaven Bike Alliance – Monday & Wednesday Rides
Sep 7 Eco-Stewards Program Work Event – Briarwood Park
Event Sign-up – https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAAAF23AAFA7-46320342-park#/
Sep 14 Eco-Stewards Program Work Event – Osborne Park
Event Sign-up – https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAAAF23AAFA7-54445821-brookhaven#/
Sep 19 BBA Friday Fun Social Spin – Bike Tune-up and Fun Ride
Meet at Chick-Fil-A parking lot at Brookhaven Station
Sep 20 Stormdrain Tagging – Ashford Park
Event Sign-up – https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AAAAF23AAFA7-brookhaven#/
Sep 27 Park Pride/Eco-Steward Work Event – Osborne Park
Event Sign-up – releasing in early September
Sep 27 GA Bird Field Trip / Bird Walk – Murphey Candler Park
Register online - https://www.birdsgeorgia.org/field-trips.html
Oct 1 BBA Biketober – Love to Ride – monthlong biking event – online registration
Oct 5 Eco-Stewards Program Work Event – Osborne Park
Event Sign-up – releasing in mid-September
Oct 10 Duck Duck Goose Social – Murphey Candler Park
Oct 11 Duck Duck Goose 5K Race / 1-mile Fun Run – Murphey Candler Park
Oct 25 Rivers Alive – Nancy Creek Clean-up – Savoy Dr w/ City of Chamblee
Need more info on CoB park-related groups: email [email protected]
Ashford Forest Preserve - www.northdekalbgreenspace.org
Briarwood Park Conservancy - www.briarwoodparkga.org
Community Garden – Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BriarwoodParkConservancy/
Brookhaven Park Conservancy - http://brookhavenparkconservancy.org/
Community Garden – Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/3653133394943809
Friends of Blackburn Park - https://friendsofblackburnpark.org/
Community Garden - https://friendsofblackburnpark.org/community-garden
Brookhaven Bike Alliance - Facebook Group page https://www.facebook.com/groups/BrookhavenBikeAlliance/
Brookhaven Tree Conservancy - Facebook Group page
https://www.facebook.com/BrookhavenTreeConservancy/
LaVista Park Civic Association - Facebook Group page
https://www.facebook.com/lavistapark/
Friends of Morrison Farms Park - [email protected] email connection
Murphey Candler Park Conservancy - www.murpheycandlerpark.org
Peachtree Creek Greenway - www.peachtreecreekgreenway.org
TIREd of this Garbage - Facebook Group page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/tiredofthisgarbage/
Park Pride - www.parkpride.org
BirdsGA Field Trips
Look for monthly walks - Online REGISTRATION thru GA Audubon required
Sep 27
Oct 25
Field Trip Leader – Kevin O’Toole / 404-451-3092
MUST REGISTER ONLINE – thru GA Birds link - https://www.birdsgeorgia.org/field-trips.html
Description:
Start time: 8 AM Ending time: Usually 10:30
RAIN OR SHINE! We will be able to find birds in light rain, for sure.
Several habitats (lake, wetlands, mixed woods, and ball fields) provide good species diversity.
This site can be especially good for beginning birders. Some of the trail is level, but there are several steep spots and a number of stretches where the surface is uneven from exposed tree roots, etc. Many parts of the trail are muddy and/or slippery after rains; plan your footwear accordingly.
Birding Focus: Late spring migrants, in addition to the species of birds that are year round residents. This park has a wide variety of habitats. June and July Field Trips will be especially designed for Beginning Birders!
Directions and parking: From I-285 on the north side of Atlanta, take Exit 29. Go south on Ashford Dunwoody Rd. about 0.95 mile, then turn left onto W. Nancy Creek Dr. NE. Drive to 1st large parking on SW corner of lake. 1636 West Nancy Creek Dr (approximate address - corner of Candler Lake West NE and West Nancy Creek Dr NE)
Look for monthly walks - Online REGISTRATION thru GA Audubon required
Sep 27
Oct 25
Field Trip Leader – Kevin O’Toole / 404-451-3092
MUST REGISTER ONLINE – thru GA Birds link - https://www.birdsgeorgia.org/field-trips.html
Description:
Start time: 8 AM Ending time: Usually 10:30
RAIN OR SHINE! We will be able to find birds in light rain, for sure.
Several habitats (lake, wetlands, mixed woods, and ball fields) provide good species diversity.
This site can be especially good for beginning birders. Some of the trail is level, but there are several steep spots and a number of stretches where the surface is uneven from exposed tree roots, etc. Many parts of the trail are muddy and/or slippery after rains; plan your footwear accordingly.
Birding Focus: Late spring migrants, in addition to the species of birds that are year round residents. This park has a wide variety of habitats. June and July Field Trips will be especially designed for Beginning Birders!
Directions and parking: From I-285 on the north side of Atlanta, take Exit 29. Go south on Ashford Dunwoody Rd. about 0.95 mile, then turn left onto W. Nancy Creek Dr. NE. Drive to 1st large parking on SW corner of lake. 1636 West Nancy Creek Dr (approximate address - corner of Candler Lake West NE and West Nancy Creek Dr NE)
Volunteer Events
Stewardship Program Work Events - throughout Brookhaven - next class starts 4th Qtr 2025
Sweep the Hooch - MCP uses as 2nd QTR Work Day
Earth Day - Friday night of Earth Day week
Lynwood Community Day - Early May
Pedal the Parks - Early May
Quarterly Work Days at MCP - February, STH in March, August and November
Duck Duck Goose - social and race day
Stormdrain Tagging - held throughout the city
TIREd of this Garbage - canoe/kayak floats to pull tires from our watershed
We have three (3) canoes and a kayak
If you group needs a project or work day, please Contact Us - we can find work and we can coordinate with your closes park
Questions: call/text/email Steve Peters / 404-313-4348 / [email protected]
Stewardship Program Work Events - throughout Brookhaven - next class starts 4th Qtr 2025
Sweep the Hooch - MCP uses as 2nd QTR Work Day
Earth Day - Friday night of Earth Day week
Lynwood Community Day - Early May
Pedal the Parks - Early May
Quarterly Work Days at MCP - February, STH in March, August and November
Duck Duck Goose - social and race day
Stormdrain Tagging - held throughout the city
TIREd of this Garbage - canoe/kayak floats to pull tires from our watershed
We have three (3) canoes and a kayak
If you group needs a project or work day, please Contact Us - we can find work and we can coordinate with your closes park
Questions: call/text/email Steve Peters / 404-313-4348 / [email protected]
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Stewardship Program - Classes and Work Events
Stewardship Program for Brookhaven, 2024-2025
- with Kathryn Kolb, Master Naturalist, and Dajawn Williams, Restoration and Invasive Removal Specialist
EcoAddendum is thrilled again to partner with the City of Brookhaven for our signature Parks and Greenspace Stewardship classes and volunteer events!
• Classes take place approximately once per month for 12 class sessions.
• Participants gain in-depth about the ecology, character, and forest dynamics of local parks and greenspaces, including tree, shrub, vine, native and invasive plant ID, how to recognize old growth forest remnants, and best practices for caring for natural places, from parks to backyards!
• Participants will learn the best methods and strategies for safe and cost-effective removal of invasive species that preserve and enhance the native biodiversity of any natural area.
• Participants will learn how to plan volunteer events and how to lead and train others.
• Includes Eco-A’s online study guide {a $45 value} and Eco-Steward certifications
Classes / Work Events - 2024-2025 program ends in Oct, and we'll restart with a 2025-2026 program in late Oct/early Nov - call, text or email if you would like to register
Register Today!
Email [email protected] or Call Steve Peters 404-313-4348, Kathryn Kolb 404-862-0118
Stewardship Program for Brookhaven, 2024-2025
- with Kathryn Kolb, Master Naturalist, and Dajawn Williams, Restoration and Invasive Removal Specialist
EcoAddendum is thrilled again to partner with the City of Brookhaven for our signature Parks and Greenspace Stewardship classes and volunteer events!
• Classes take place approximately once per month for 12 class sessions.
• Participants gain in-depth about the ecology, character, and forest dynamics of local parks and greenspaces, including tree, shrub, vine, native and invasive plant ID, how to recognize old growth forest remnants, and best practices for caring for natural places, from parks to backyards!
• Participants will learn the best methods and strategies for safe and cost-effective removal of invasive species that preserve and enhance the native biodiversity of any natural area.
• Participants will learn how to plan volunteer events and how to lead and train others.
• Includes Eco-A’s online study guide {a $45 value} and Eco-Steward certifications
Classes / Work Events - 2024-2025 program ends in Oct, and we'll restart with a 2025-2026 program in late Oct/early Nov - call, text or email if you would like to register
Register Today!
Email [email protected] or Call Steve Peters 404-313-4348, Kathryn Kolb 404-862-0118
