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There’s something for everyone as we explore the best of Tennessee through an array of guided nature walks, paddling adventures, cycling excursions, educational presentations, and more! Enrollment is limited and pre-registration is required for all events. All events are subject to cancellation. TennGreen Land Conservancy will communicate event updates or changes to registered guests via email.
If you’re interested in hosting or sponsoring an event, please email events@tenngreen.org or call (615) 329-4441 today!
Burgess Falls Paddle
Join TennGreen staff for a paddle at Burgess Falls to get some miles in for the Hike-a-Thon!
For this easy 4-mile out-and-back paddle, we’ll launch from Cane Hollow Recreation Area and paddle up Center Hill Lake to the base of the beautiful Burgess Falls. Once we arrive at the falls, we’ll enjoy some time to swim and take a break before returning to Cane Hollow Recreation Area.
Paddlers may bring their own kayak/canoe/paddleboard. Kayaks can also be rented through our partners, Cumberland Kayak & Adventure Company. From Cumberland Kayak & Adventure Company’s home page, select “Kayak the Falls” category. Select the April 24 date and then 11 am CST paddle time. Hike-a-Thon participants receive a $10 discount on their kayak rental with the code TENNGREEN10.
Please bring a lifejacket (lifejackets will be provided with rentals), water shoes for walking around near the waterfall, water, sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses. Also, consider bringing snacks to enjoy at the base of the falls.
Park in the parking lot at Cane Hollow Recreation Area at the end of Cane Hollow Road (36.0328, -85.6214). Please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes before departure time.
This hike is a part of TennGreen’s April Hike-a-Thon. Learn more and register at hikeathon.com!
📸 Kristen Hanratty
Piney River Bluffs Hike
Join TennGreen on a moderate hillside hike to get in some miles for the Hike-a-Thon!
Join us at The Piney River Trail, a 6-mile trail that follows along the beautiful hillside up above the Piney River. In February 2022, TennGreen and partners acquired 358 acres in Rhea County, known as Piney River Bluffs, to expand the Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail State Park. We will meet at the Piney River Trailhead parking lot at 11:00 AM Eastern.
There is one major rock crossing, so please wear skid-resistant shoes! Remember to wear weather-appropriate attire (your Hike-a-Thon t-shirt would be perfect!), and consider bringing water and a hiking stick. We encourage you to bring a snack or pack a lunch!
This hike is a part of TennGreen’s April Hike-a-Thon. Learn more and register at hikeathon.com!
Big River Crossing and Ducks Unlimited Park Bike Ride
Join TennGreen on a scenic bike ride to get in some miles for the Hike-a-Thon!
Join TennGreen Land Conservancy and Outdoors Inc. on a bike ride to explore Ducks Unlimited Park, an ongoing multi-faceted TennGreen, Ducks Unlimited, and Big River Park Conservancy project. The ride will cross over the mighty Mississippi on the Big River Park Crossing Bridge with one-of-a-kind views of the City skyline. We will ride the Levee trail from the Crossing and enjoy the natural, open access to the Mississippi Delta environment.
We will meet on the East side of the Big River Crossing. Parking is available along Virginia Ave., 225 Virginia Ave W Memphis, TN 38103, and Marty’s Park Channel 3 Dr. Memphis, TN 38103. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early. This ride is open to beginners with a short-distance portion, and a longer-distance option will be available for more advanced cyclists. Participants must bring their own bicycles, or there are options to rent from the West Memphis Locations of Explore Bike Share. Outdoors Inc. will be onsite to provide bike tech support, and all participants will receive an Outdoors Inc. water bottle!
Please remember to wear sturdy shoes and weather-appropriate attire (your Hike-a-Thon t-shirt would be perfect!) and a hiking stick. We encourage you to consider bringing water and a snack!
This hike is a part of TennGreen’s April Hike-a-Thon. Learn more and register at hikeathon.com!
Hike with The Swan Conservation Trust
3.2-mile hike with TennGreen and Swan Conservation Trust Biologist at Big Swan Headwaters Preserve to enjoy late spring wildflowers.
Join Swan Conservation Trust Biologist Cynthia Rohrbach and Nichole Hidalgo Jordan from TennGreen for a 3.2-mile loop hike on the Big Swan Headwaters Preserve to experience its numerous springs, streams, waterfalls, and beautiful spring wildflowers. Please pack a lunch and water. We will hike over several creek crossings, so please bring a hiking stick and wear shoes that can get wet.
Event is FREE for members of TennGreen and Swan Conservation Trust; $10 for non-members.
📸 Swan Conservation Trust