Southern Conservation Trust is hosting “Bike & Hike”, an afternoon of free family outdoor fun on Sunday, October 2 at Line Creek Nature Area in Peachtree City. Activities beginning at 2 p.m. include bike rides, trail hiking, treasure hunt, prizes and door prizes.
Guided bike rides include a family/beginner ride. Bicycle safety checks will be conducted from1-2 p.m. by Bicycles Unlimited. Riders will leave Line Creek Nature Area at approximately 2:30 p.m. and enjoy the cart paths of Peachtree City. Helmets are required. Prizes awarded for the best family theme, most riders in one family and youngest/oldest riders.
The well-loved trails will offer hiking along Line Creek and among the exciting outcroppings. An experienced guide will highlight fascinating facts about our local ecosystem and wildlife habitats. Prizes for most unique wildlife species and seedpod spotted will be awarded.
Don’t miss your chance to see a diverse collection of live venomous and non-venomous snakes and alligators who call the Southeastern U.S. home.
Presented by Southeastern Reptile Rescue’s Jason Clark at 3:30 p.m., you’ll be only feet away learning how to identify king snakes, rat snakes, corn snakes, copperheads, cottonmouths, rattlesnakes and even an American alligator…most are found right here in our own backyards. Jason captivates the crowd with the reptiles and his rescue adventures while he teaches why we should appreciate and protect these often feared members of the animal kingdom.
Additional activities include a Treasure Hunt with prizes and refreshments. All activities are presented thanks to many business sponsors and partners.
Sponsors include BB&T and Georgia Solar Power Group. Partners include Urban Jungle, Play It Again Sports, Outpatient Imaging and Bicycles Unlimited.
Southern Conservation Trust is a Fayette County-based conservation nonprofit that owns, manages and protects 1,300 acres of farms, forests and environmentally sensitive land in the Southern Crescent.
The Trust hosts environmental programs and enhances its three public preserves in Fayette County with trails, overlooks and re-introduction of native species. As a regional land trust the Trust works with willing landowners to permanently protect open space that benefits the community and can offer tax benefits for the landowner.
“In today’s busy climate research indicates a decrease in the outdoor activity of our children and young people. It has been proven that young people who participate in outdoor activities benefit emotionally, socially, cognitively and physically,” explained Pam Young of the Trust. “You don’t need to throw out your child’s iPod, cell phone or video games but we do need to include outdoor activities as a way to strike a balance.” Start now, come out and enjoy the afternoon at Line Creek Nature Area.
Bike & Hike takes place Sunday,October 2 from 2-5 p.m. at Line Creek Nature Area located off Georgia Highway 54 at MacDuff Parkway, Peachtree City. The rain date is October 16. To register or for more information visit www.sctlandtrust.org or call the Trust office 770-486-7774.
