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Birding And Wildlife

Wildlife sanctuaries and bird watching opportunities exist throughout Sandy Springs and they’re just steps away from the City’s busy streets. The Chattahoochee River provides birds with a variety of habitats.

The popular birding website ebird.org highlights nine locations in Sandy Springs as birding hotspots:

Morgan Falls Overlook Park - ebird.org hotspot
Chattahoochee River NRA East Palisades Unit - ebird.org hotspot
Morgan Falls Dam and River Park - ebird.org hotspot
Chattahoochee River NRA Island Ford Unit - ebird.org hotspot
Big Trees Forest Preserve - ebird.org hotspot
Chattahoochee River NRA Powers Island Unit - ebird.org hotspot
Lost Corner Preserve - ebird.org hotspot
Hammond Park - ebird.org hotspot
Arlington Memorial Park - ebird.org hotspot

Bird Walks
The City also offers birdwatching programming from time to time such as bird walks. Check the registration website to find out about upcoming programming.

Veterans Day Tribute
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Veterans Day Tribute

Tuesday, November 11
Honor our nation’s heroes at a powerful tribute featuring a decorated U.S. Navy commander, elite Blue Angels pilot, and combat veteran. Experience an inspiring program honoring the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. Free and open to everyone.
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20th Anniversary Picnic in the Park
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Celebrate 20 Years of Sandy Springs: Picnic in the Park

Saturday, November 22
Join us for a joyful community picnic celebrating 20 years of connection and civic pride! Enjoy lunch, live entertainment, a special cake & more on Sat, Nov 22, 11 a.m.– 1 p.m. at City Green. All are welcome at the table! 🎉
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