Snowy Egrets. Photo by Franco Portmann, Audubon Photography Awards
BIRDS GEORGIA UPCOMING EVENTS
Birds Georgia is building places where birds and people thrive. We offer a variety of virtual and in-person events to help you and your family gain a better understanding of our work and the birds that surround us. You can view a calendar of upcoming workshops and events at the bottom of this page.
Note regarding webinars: Unless otherwise noted, all webinars are recorded and a link to watch later shared with registered participants.
We share upcoming events in our bi-monthly e-newsletter, BirdBuzz, and you can also find updates on our Facebook and Instagram pages. If you would like to sign-up to receive our bi-monthly e-newsletter with a list of upcoming events, please consider becoming a member or visit our newsletter page.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If you need to cancel your registration more than 7 days prior to the event, we will refund the registration fee less a 20% processing fee. Cancellations six (6) days or less prior to the event are non-refundable unless we can resell the spot. All events/classes are rain or shine unless otherwise noted. If a class or event must be cancelled because of weather or other unforeseen circumstances, registered participants will receive a full refund.
PROGRAM PARTICIPANT SAFETY
We expect all program participants to adhere to our code of conduct. Please read over our code of conduct before participating in a Birds Georgia program or field trip. NOTE: You must be at least 18 years of age to attend a Birds Georgia Field Trip, and if you are under the age of 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Note regarding webinars: Unless otherwise noted, all webinars are recorded and a link to watch later shared with registered participants.
We share upcoming events in our bi-monthly e-newsletter, BirdBuzz, and you can also find updates on our Facebook and Instagram pages. If you would like to sign-up to receive our bi-monthly e-newsletter with a list of upcoming events, please consider becoming a member or visit our newsletter page.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If you need to cancel your registration more than 7 days prior to the event, we will refund the registration fee less a 20% processing fee. Cancellations six (6) days or less prior to the event are non-refundable unless we can resell the spot. All events/classes are rain or shine unless otherwise noted. If a class or event must be cancelled because of weather or other unforeseen circumstances, registered participants will receive a full refund.
PROGRAM PARTICIPANT SAFETY
We expect all program participants to adhere to our code of conduct. Please read over our code of conduct before participating in a Birds Georgia program or field trip. NOTE: You must be at least 18 years of age to attend a Birds Georgia Field Trip, and if you are under the age of 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Jekyll Island Wildlife Corridor Planting
October 6 to October 15
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Jekyll Island State Park, 100 Stable Rd, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Birds Georgia is working with Shanna Lee from the State Botanical Garden of Georgia to convert retired holes on Oleander Golf Course into a native grassland, which will serve as a wildlife corridor on the island.
The corridor will include a mixture of maritime grassland and longleaf pine savanna trees. Both habitats are currently among the most limited habitats on the island but were once a dominant landscape feature along the coast.
Planting will occur from October 6 through 15, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. You're welcome to stay and help for any length of time within that window.
October 6 to October 15
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Jekyll Island State Park, 100 Stable Rd, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Birds Georgia is working with Shanna Lee from the State Botanical Garden of Georgia to convert retired holes on Oleander Golf Course into a native grassland, which will serve as a wildlife corridor on the island.
The corridor will include a mixture of maritime grassland and longleaf pine savanna trees. Both habitats are currently among the most limited habitats on the island but were once a dominant landscape feature along the coast.
Planting will occur from October 6 through 15, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. You're welcome to stay and help for any length of time within that window.
City in a Forest (Documentary Screening & Panel)
Thursday, October 22
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
2852 Cascade Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30311
Join Birds Georgia, Patagonia Atlanta, and community partners for a special screening of "City in a Forest," a powerful documentary that explores the significance of Atlanta's urban forest and the intricate balance required to preserve it within a bustling metropolis.
The screening will be followed by a special panel discussion with the film's director, Birds Georgia's Adam Betuel, and more of Atlanta's most notable environmental voices.
Note: The screening will take place outdoors. Please bring a camping chair/ blanket/ towel for your comfort.
Thursday, October 22
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
2852 Cascade Rd, Atlanta, GA, 30311
Join Birds Georgia, Patagonia Atlanta, and community partners for a special screening of "City in a Forest," a powerful documentary that explores the significance of Atlanta's urban forest and the intricate balance required to preserve it within a bustling metropolis.
The screening will be followed by a special panel discussion with the film's director, Birds Georgia's Adam Betuel, and more of Atlanta's most notable environmental voices.
Note: The screening will take place outdoors. Please bring a camping chair/ blanket/ towel for your comfort.
The Flyway Tour: Bonner Black & Walker Burroughs
Saturday, October 31
*NEW TIME* 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Trees Atlanta Kendeda TreeHouse, 825 Warner St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Come join singer/songwriters Bonner Black and Walker Burroughs for an incredible nature walk to explore the local bird and nature environment.
Following the nature walk, Bonner + Walker will share the stage for an intimate and memorable performance onsite.
Note: The performance will take place outdoors. Please bring a camping chair/ blanket/ towel for your comfort. You are also welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy.
Space is limited; reserve your tickets today!
Saturday, October 31
*NEW TIME* 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Trees Atlanta Kendeda TreeHouse, 825 Warner St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Come join singer/songwriters Bonner Black and Walker Burroughs for an incredible nature walk to explore the local bird and nature environment.
Following the nature walk, Bonner + Walker will share the stage for an intimate and memorable performance onsite.
Note: The performance will take place outdoors. Please bring a camping chair/ blanket/ towel for your comfort. You are also welcome to bring a snack or non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy.
Space is limited; reserve your tickets today!
Birds Georgia at Manuel's Tavern
Birds Georgia hosts quarterly meetings on the fourth Sunday of the month from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Manuel's Tavern. These meetings are free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Please join us!
Manuel's Tavern is located at 602 N. Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307. Free parking is readily available to the south of the building. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
We will meet on the following dates in 2026:
Birds Georgia hosts quarterly meetings on the fourth Sunday of the month from 3:30 to 5:30 PM at Manuel's Tavern. These meetings are free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Please join us!
Manuel's Tavern is located at 602 N. Highland Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307. Free parking is readily available to the south of the building. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
We will meet on the following dates in 2026:
Early Birds Book Club
The Early Birds is a drop-in book club that meets on the fourth Sunday of each month. The group meets in person at Manuel's Tavern, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM when Birds Georgia is holding an in-person meeting at Manuel's Tavern. The group meets virtually on Zoom when there is not an in-person meeting. There is no commitment other than to enjoy reading and sharing books about birds and birding. Feel free to join us even if you have not read the book!
Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 PM (in person at Manuel's Tavern) In Bird School: a Beginner in the Wood by Adam Nicholson, the author recounts what he learned after building a small shed complete with bird feeders and nest boxes. Cocooned inside season after season, he got to know the birds: where they nest, how they sing, how they mate and fight, what preys on them, what they are like as living things.
The Early Birds is a drop-in book club that meets on the fourth Sunday of each month. The group meets in person at Manuel's Tavern, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM when Birds Georgia is holding an in-person meeting at Manuel's Tavern. The group meets virtually on Zoom when there is not an in-person meeting. There is no commitment other than to enjoy reading and sharing books about birds and birding. Feel free to join us even if you have not read the book!
Sunday, October 25, at 2:00 PM (in person at Manuel's Tavern) In Bird School: a Beginner in the Wood by Adam Nicholson, the author recounts what he learned after building a small shed complete with bird feeders and nest boxes. Cocooned inside season after season, he got to know the birds: where they nest, how they sing, how they mate and fight, what preys on them, what they are like as living things.
