We’re grateful to be able to be able to partner with Mt. Oglethorpe Foundation and The Mountain Stewards on this educational walk in a beautiful pocket of protected mountain park near Jasper, GA. Don Wells, an expert on Native American History who has identified numerous ceremonial trees, settlements and historic sites will help us understand some of the history of the Cherokee people in this part of Georgia, tell us about the ceremonial trees they used as markers, and introduce us to Eagles Rest Park.

Oglethorpe Mountain was originally called Grassy Knob, and was the first site selected for the end of the Appalachian Trail, however because the land was privately owned and vulnerable to development, Springer Mountain became the new Appalachian Trail terminus. Private citizens Billie Ann and Ken Rice purchased much of the mountain’s summit in the mid-90s, and created Eagles Rest Park which opened to the public in 2014, and is managed by the Oglethorpe Mountain Conservancy.

We’ll plan to walk approximately 2 miles on moderate trails possibly with some steep sections. However there are 3 trail choices for those who wish for an easy stroll or more of a workout. Observation decks and facilities are located at the summit. Plan for just under 2 hours drive from downtown Atlanta. 

To register (RSVP) click HERE  – Details and directions sent to registered participants.  Limit 15.  A donation of $20 or more helps support our programs

Images, top right, ceremonial tree; top left: https://mountainstewards.org/ left: https://www.eaglesrestpark.org/