Celebrating 25 Years of Resilience

July 13, 2025 - Join SRWA in partnership with Sierra Club Georgia Chapter at The Plaza Theater for a FREE screening of The Movement and the Madman – a film chronicling the planning, commentary, and determination of organizers of a nationwide nonviolent protest against the Vietnam War. During intermission we’ll have a lively and collaborative discussion followed by an encore screening of Ghosts of a Lost Cause, a short film highlighting the stories of ordinary citizens who chose to fight in an “advocacy desert” to remove a confederate war monument in Murray, Kentucky during the 2020 Movement for Black Lives. Both films exhibit the power of resiliency and organized, nonviolent protest in the fight for justice.

Escape the heat and spend matinee with us! The Movement and the Madman, a 1.5 hr. film, begins at 2pm followed by an intermission and lively discussion with activists and filmmakers. Ghosts of a Lost Cause runs 30 min. and will begin at approximately 4:30.

SEATING IS LIMITED. REGISTER NOW!

SRWA is screening a series of documentaries through 2025 that inspire, empower and challenge us to stay in the game – protecting the environment and communities. As SRWA Board President, Jackie Echols, says: "Use it or lose it.". This mantra applies to recreational use, as well as the use of our voices and actions to protect the river.

Celebrating 25 Years of Resilience

Join us at Emory University's Rita & Rollins building, Room 102. Free parking is available at the Peavine Visitors Lot at 27 Eagle Row, Atlanta, GA 30322.

This screening is a DOUBLE-HEADER featuring two short films: Freedom Hill and Upstream, Downriver. It’s an opportunity for us to come together in reflection and to learn from other communities and advocacy efforts.

SEATING IS LIMITED. REGISTER NOW!

We'll be screening documentaries throughout 2025 that inspire, empower and challenge us to stay in the game. As SRWA Board President, Jackie Echols, says: "Use it or lose it.". This mantra applies to recreational use, as well as the use of our voices and actions to protect the river.

Brought to you by SRWA in partnership with Georgia EPD Rivers Alive!

This is approximately 6 hours of very physical work and requires paddling experience. All gear is provided. Choose from kayak or canoe:

Kayak Crew: All gear provided. Adults only. Kayaking experience required. Crew will remove tires & trash on the river from Panola Shoals to Panola Mountain State Park.

Canoe Crew: All gear will be provided. Adults only. Canoeing experience required. Crew will remove tires & trash on the river from Panola Shoals to Panola Mountain State Park.

8:30 am: Arrive at Panola Mountain State Park Alexander Lake parking lot. You will be shuttled to Panola Shoals for put-in. We’ll make it back to the parking lot by approx 3-3:30pm.

Please show up on time. Can’t make it? Please call 404-285-3756. If notifying in advance, email jechols@southriverga.org.

Celebrate Atlanta's Hidden Gem at SRWA's first-ever fundraiser in the City! South River in the City will be held at the beautiful indoor-outdoor Patagonia store in Atlanta's Krog District on the Beltline! This private party will include an ensemble performance by Kumani Drummers, drinks, light supper, river-inspired local art, and some big screen entertainment! Activities to raise awareness of the South River will take place on the public lawn for all to enjoy. In-store and breezeway festivities are for ticket holders only.
Sponsored by Patagonia Atlanta, Glide Pizza and Creature Comforts Brewing Company. See below for sponsorship opportunities!

Parking & Arrival:
The entrance to the Patagonia store is located on the Beltline att Lake Ave NE. Street parking available in addition to two parking decks (both within one block of the building): Peak Parking, 124 Krog Street NE or Peak Parking, 99 Krog St NE

Questions or want to volunteer? Contact MSpalding@southriverga.org.

Join SRWA for a 1/2-day paddle along 6.5 nautical miles of the South River! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is approximately 3 hours on the river, beginner-friendly and includes shuttling for all participants.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited.
• Option: All Gear Provided or Bring-Your-Own
• Details sent post registration.

All Gear Provided: 8:30 am: Park your car at take-out, 4531 Flat Bridge Rd SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281. From there, you’ll catch the shuttle to Panola Shoals. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Bring Your Own Gear: 7:45 - 8 am: Drop your gear at Panola Shoals Trailhead and promptly drive your car to park it at take-out at 4531 Flat Bridge Rd SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281. From there, you’ll catch the shuttle back to Panola Shoals. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Approximately a week before the event you will receive an email with waiver and details. See you on the river!

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a 1/2-day paddle along 6.5 miles of the South River from Lorraine Park Trailhead to Rockdale County’s BRAND NEW River’s Bend Park & Trailhead (Oglesby Bridge Road)! We’ll take a break on a beach halfway as we paddle through the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and past the 2,000 acre Monastery of the Holy Spirit.

• Space is limited.
• Beginners welcome.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

All Gear Provided - Arrive at Lorraine Park no later than 8:30 am. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Bring Your Own Gear - 7:45 am: Drop your gear at Lorriane Park then drive to River’s Bend Park (take-out) to leave your car. From there, you will be shuttled back to put-in at Lorraine Park. Note: River’s Bend Park is brand new and is not labeled on Google Maps. The address is: 2451 Oglesby Bridge Rd SW, Conyers, GA 30094. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a 1/2-day paddle along 6.5 miles of the South River from Lorraine Park Trailhead to Rockdale County’s BRAND NEW River’s Bend Park & Trailhead (Oglesby Bridge Road)! We’ll take a break on a beach halfway as we paddle through the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and past the 2,000 acre Monastery of the Holy Spirit.

• Space is limited.
• Beginners welcome.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

All Gear Provided - Arrive at Lorraine Park no later than 8:30 am. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Bring Your Own Gear - 7:45 am: Drop your gear at Lorriane Park then drive to River’s Bend Park (take-out) to leave your car. From there, you will be shuttled back to put-in at Lorraine Park. Note: River’s Bend Park is brand new and is not labeled on Google Maps. The address is: 2451 Oglesby Bridge Rd SW, Conyers, GA 30094. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a 1/2-day paddle along 6.5 nautical miles of the South River! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is approximately 3 hours on the river, beginner-friendly and includes shuttling for all participants.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited.
• Option: All Gear Provided or Bring-Your-Own
• Details sent post registration.

All Gear Provided: 8:30 am: Park your car at take-out, 4531 Flat Bridge Rd SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281. From there, you’ll catch the shuttle to Panola Shoals. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Bring Your Own Gear: 7:45 - 8 am: Drop your gear at Panola Shoals Trailhead and promptly drive your car to park it at take-out at 4531 Flat Bridge Rd SW, Stockbridge, GA 30281. From there, you’ll catch the shuttle back to Panola Shoals. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a 1/2-day paddle along 6.5 miles of the South River from Lorraine Park Trailhead to Rockdale County’s BRAND NEW River’s Bend Park & Trailhead (Oglesby Bridge Road)! We’ll take a break on a beach halfway as we paddle through the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and past the 2,000 acre Monastery of the Holy Spirit.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

All Gear Provided - Arrive at Lorraine Park no later than 8:30 am. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Bring Your Own Gear - 8am-8:15am: Drop your gear at Lorriane Park then drive to River’s Bend Park (take-out) to leave your car. From there, you will be shuttled back to put-in at Lorraine Park. Note: River’s Bend Park is brand new and is not labeled on Google Maps. The address is: 2451 Oglesby Bridge Rd SW, Conyers, GA 30094. Running late? Call 404-2853756

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Celebrating Advocacy. Challenging the Status Quo.

Don’t be scared! Dress up and get down at SRWA’s annual fundraiser and community celebration. As always, we’ll be partying at the beautiful River Barn on the river in Stockbridge. Be ready for a cornucopia of family-friendly fall festivities including games, live music, pumpkin decorating, dinner, drinks and spooky surprises!
4531 Flat Bridge Rd, SW Stockbridge GA 30281

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

Earth & Wind Sponsorship includes 3 tickets
Fire & Water Sponsorship includes 4 tickets
Mail checks to: P.O. Box 1341, Decatur, Georgia 30031

Ride the river with SRWA! We'll weave through Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is a 6.5 mile, approximately 3-hour ride that is beginner-friendly. Shuttling included.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited.
• Bring water, snacks, a hat and sunscreen.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

After purchase you will receive an email with further details. Please be sure to provide height and weight information for all participants when purchasing “All Gear Provided”.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Thank you!

Hike through the forest with SRWA, Master Naturalist, Kathryn Kolb (EcoAddendum), and Edward (the Arborist) Morrow! We’ll explore Lake Charlotte Nature Preserve’s generous tree canpoy and learn from experts about Atlanta’s unique urban forest and ecosystem!

This event is part of an EcoAddendum program called Living with Trees. Find out more at ecoaddendum.org.

• Mild to moderate hiking. Bring water and a snack.

• FREE! Space is limited. Register now.

Ride the river with SRWA! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is a 6.5 mile, 3 hour ride that is beginner-friendly. Shuttling included.

• Beginners welcome.
• Bring water, snacks, a hat and sunscreen.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Ride the river with SRWA! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is a 6.5 mile, 3 hour ride that is beginner-friendly. Shuttling included.

• Beginners welcome.
• Bring water, snacks, a hat and sunscreen.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

SRWA joins Patagonia TO CELEBRATE their 50th!

FROM PATAGONIA’S EVENT PAGE

For our 50th, we’re looking forward, not back, to life on Earth. Join us to celebrate the abundance of climate justice work taking place in the southeast and to highlight the collective work that remains to be done!

The evening of festivities includes:
- Panel discussion with SRWA’s Jackie Echols and other inspiring activists
- Local food & drink by Kamayan Atlanta (@kamayan_atl) and more
- Environmentally engaging art by muralist Lisette Correa (@arrrtaddict)
- Musings by the All We Can Save Project (@allwecansave)
- Climate justice-themed performance by Out of Hand Theater (@outofhandatl)

Due to venue capacity this event will have an RSVP limit. Register now!

SOLD OUT.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR E-NEWSletter & be the first to know wHen registration OPENS for UPCOMING paddleS!

Ride the river with SRWA! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is a 6.5 mile, 3 hour ride that is beginner-friendly. Shuttling included.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Stop by REI on Saturday, April 29th where SRWA will be selling swag, sharing river news including development of the South River Water Trail & raising awareness about Atlanta’s Hidden Gem, the South River. See you there!

Interested in helping? Email mspalding@southriverga.org

REI Atlanta at 1800 NE Expy NE, just off I-85

Join SRWA in partnership with City of Stonecrest for an EARTH DAY beach cleanup at the beautiful Panola Shoals!
Panola Shoals on Google Maps

Space is limited. Please register so that we know to expect you!

• Panola Shoals on Google Maps

• Recommendations: Closed-toed shoes, plenty of water, sunscreen & a snack

• Bring your own gloves if you have some

• Trash bags and rubber gloves provided

• Kids with adult supervision welcome

• Parking is limited, carpool if possible

• 9:30 am sharp

Stop by REI on Saturday, April 15th where SRWA will be selling swag, sharing river news including development of the South River Water Trail & raising awareness about Atlanta’s Hidden Gem, the South River. See you there!

Interested in helping? Email mspalding@southriverga.org

REI Atlanta at 1800 NE Expy NE, just off I-85

TICKETS & PACKAGES

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EVENT SPONSORSHIP

Checks are welcome. Send to:
P.O. Box 1341, Decatur, Georgia 30031

SRWA + Rivers Alive present… TRASH + TIRE TRIO!

This event is free and open to the public. There are 3 cleanups (with 4 options for a participating):

• LAND CREW: Panola Shoals Trailhead & Beach // 9:30am - 12:30pm
  Volunteers will remove trash from the beach and river channel. Closed-toed shoes required. Kids 12+ welcome with adult supervision.

• LAND CREW: Everett Park & Albert Shoals // 9:30am - 12:30pm
  Volunteers will remove trash along the river at Albert Shoals, one of the most scenic sites along this section of the river. Closed-toed shoes required. Kids 12+ welcome with adult supervision.

• WATER CREWS: Can Cleanup or Tire Cleanup // 9:30am - 4:00pm
  Arrive at Panola Mtn State Park Alexander Lake parking lot to catch the shuttle to Panola Shoals. Event is several hours on the river, however it may end earlier than 4pm.

• Can Cleanup in Kayaks: Volunteers will collect aluminum cans and trash in kayaks from Panola Shoals to Panola Mtn State Park. Basic kayaking skills recommended. 18+ only.

• Tire Cleanup in Canoes: Volunteers will pair up in canoes to collect tires from Panola Shoals to Panola Mtn State Park. This activity is strenuous and rewarding. Participants must have prior, basic canoeing experience. 18+ only.

The success of this event depends on teamwork! Please arrive on time.

Ride the river with SRWA! We'll weave past Panola Mountain State Park and take a beach break halfway on a sandbar. Our guided paddle is a 6.5 mile, 3 hour ride that is beginner-friendly. Shuttling included.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a guided 6.5 mile South River ride from Panola Shoals to Klondike Road! We’ll wind past Panola Mountain State Park property and stop midway for a snack break on a sandy beach.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a relaxing 6.5 mile South River ride from Lorraine Park Trailhead to Oglesby Bridge Road! We’ll paddle through the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area including the 2,000 acre Monastery of the Holy Spirit.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Join SRWA for a guided 6.5 mile South River ride from Panola Shoals to Klondike Road! We’ll wind past Panola Mountain State Park property and stop midway for a snack break on a sandy beach.

• Beginners welcome.
• Space is limited for participants who need kayak & gear.
• Bring your own kayak/canoe & gear for a discounted rate.
• Details sent post registration.

Paddling events are a service benefiting SRWA, a 501c-3 organization.

Get your feet wet on EARTH DAY with SRWA at our Sugar Creek Golf & Tennis Club cleanup event!

What we’ll be doing: Removing tires & trash on Sugar Creek and the South River. This is a moderately strenuous to strenuous activity. Closed-toed and/or water-proof shoes required. Kids 14+ welcome with adult supervision. Arrive at at 9:00am sharp! We’ll wrap between 1 and 1:30 pm.

The success of this event depends on teamwork. Please arrive on time!