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Flint Nature Center

Mark your calendar! 💚 This December, we're celebrating the little moments that can make a big difference—a child's first animal encounter, a new discovery on a school field trip, or a summer day spent exploring nature. On Giving Tuesday, December 1, the Southern Conservation Trust is launching our Keep the Wonder Growing campaign to raise $20,000 for the Flint Nature Center. Your support helps sustain the educational programs, animal care, supplies, and daily operations that make these experiences possible. Mark your calendar or give early! 📅 Giving Tuesday: December 1 🌿 Campaign ends December 31 Click the link in our bio to give today!

Introducing the Flint Nature Center! You may have noticed that we’ve been calling it simply “the Nature Center” for a while now—and we’re excited to finally make it official! The Southern Conservation Trust’s Fayette Environmental Education Center is now the Flint Nature Center. The new name better reflects our connection to the Upper Flint River watershed and the important role this place plays in connecting our community to nature through environmental education, outdoor recreation, conservation, and hands-on experiences. Same place. Same people. Same mission. A new name that better reflects where we’re headed. 💚 We’re excited for this next chapter and all that’s ahead at the Flint Nature Center! Click the News and Blogs link in our bio to read more about it! #FlintNatureCenter #SouthernConservationTrust #UpperFlint #ConnectToNature @thecitizennews @mainstreetfayettevillega

Make a difference with every mile! 🏃‍♀️🦦 Mark your calendars for December 12, 2026, because the Born to Be Wild 5K, 10K & Fun Run is coming to Newnan! Join the Southern Conservation Trust at the McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds for a day of fitness, family fun, and a whole lot of WILD spirit! 💚 Here’s what you can look forward to: - Choose your adventure with a 5K, 10K, or Fun Run - Meet Flint the River Otter and show off your favorite SCT mascot costume -Kids can choose an event T-shirt or a Flint the otter plushie when registering - Enjoy a fun day outdoors while supporting conservation Make every step count for the wildlife and natural spaces we all love! Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or bringing the family along for some outdoor fun, there's a place for you at the starting line! 📅 December 12, 2026 📍 McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds 275 Pine Road, Newnan, GA 🌎 Run for nature. Celebrate wildlife. Support conservation. 👉 Ready to join the fun? Register or explore sponsorship opportunities here: Click the link in our bio to register! Tag your running buddies and start spreading the word!

Thank you to the Coweta County Chamber of Commerce for inviting our President and CEO, Chris Doane, to share more about the Flint Rising Initiative last Friday! 🌿 As Coweta County continues to grow, protecting the natural spaces and waterways that make our community unique is more important than ever. Through Flint Rising, Southern Conservation Trust is working to support conservation efforts and help ensure these valuable resources remain part of our region’s future. We appreciate the Chamber for creating opportunities to bring people together around the future of our community and for helping shine a light on the importance of conservation. Learn more about the Flint Rising Initiative by clicking the link in our bio! #SouthernConservationTrust #FlintRising #CowetaCounty #Conservation #ProtectWhatYouLove

A LITTLE WILD GOES A LONG WAY! 🦦🏃‍♀️ What if your next finish line could help protect the places we love? 🌎💚 At the Born to Be Wild 5K, 10K & Fun Run, every step supports Southern Conservation Trust’s mission to conserve land, protect wildlife, and keep nature thriving for generations to come. Whether you’re chasing a PR, enjoying a family outing, or just looking for a reason to get outside, there’s a place for you at the starting line! 📅 December 12, 2026 📍 McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds in Newnan, GA And of course, Flint the River Otter will be there to cheer you on! 🦦 👟 Pick your distance, bring your people, and let’s get a little wild for a great cause! 🌲 Click the link in our bio to register! #BornToBeWild #SouthernConservationTrust #RunWild #ConservationInAction #ConnectToNature

🌿 What do you want the future of your land to look like? The woods you love, the creek that runs through your property, the wildlife that calls it home, or the family land you hope to pass down. Whatever makes your land special, protecting it for future generations starts with exploring your options. The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund helps eligible landowners in Fayette and Coweta counties explore permanent land conservation by helping reduce some of the financial and logistical barriers that can stand in the way. 🌱 Assistance may include support for due diligence expenses, cost sharing for conservation related costs, and more. And here's something important: Exploring conservation does not mean giving up ownership of your land. You don't have to be a conservation expert or know whether your property qualifies to get started. 💚 Ready to explore what's possible for your property? Take the first step and tell us about your land and your conservation goals! 👉 https://forms.gle/QmLRkYr7bgovbQGs6 Let's work together to protect the land we love and preserve the natural beauty of Fayette and Coweta counties for generations to come.

A look at who we are and where we’re headed. We’re excited to share this feature from Georgia CEO highlighting Southern Conservation Trust President & CEO Chris Doane. In the video, Chris shares the history of SCT, our work as a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and connecting people to nature, and our newest initiative, Flint Rising. Flint Rising represents an exciting next chapter in our conservation work, with a focus on protecting the Upper Flint River watershed and the communities connected to it. 🌊 Thank you to Georgia CEO for helping us share our story and our vision for the future!

🌿 Join the Conversation: Flint Rising How can we balance growth with protecting the greenspaces, waterways, and natural resources that make Fayette and Coweta special? Join SCT President & CEO Chris Doane for the final Flint Rising Community Conservation Conversation on Oct. 13 at Carnegie Library in Newnan. Learn about Flint Rising, the Conservation Assistance Fund, and how our region can work together to conserve the places that matter most. 📍 Oct. 13 | Carnegie Library, Newnan 🕡 6:30 PM Click the link in our bio to learn more!

🦦🌲 Get ready to get WILD! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ The Born to Be Wild 5K, 10K & Fun Run is coming to the McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds on December 12, 2026! This isn’t just a race. Every step helps make a difference. Your participation supports Southern Conservation Trust’s work to conserve land, protect wildlife, and advocate for the natural places we all love. 🌿🦉 And there’s plenty of fun waiting for you! 🎉 🦦 Dress as your favorite SCT mascot! 👕 Registered kids can choose an event T-shirt OR a Flint the otter plushie! 🏃 Pick your challenge: 5K, 10K, or Fun Run 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family for a fun day outdoors 🦦 Keep an eye out for Flint cheering you on at the finish line! Whether you’re chasing a new PR, getting your miles in before the holidays, or looking for a fun family adventure, come run wild with us! 📅 December 12, 2026 📍 McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds 🌎 Run for nature. Run for wildlife. Run for a cause. 👉 Click the link in our bio to register or sponsor the event! Lace up, bring your wildest spirit, and we’ll see you at the finish line!

You Don't Have to Have It All Figured Out. Maybe you've thought about protecting your land someday. Maybe you're concerned about what could happen to it as the area grows. Maybe you want your children or grandchildren to enjoy the same woods, fields, streams, and open spaces that mean so much to you. Or maybe you're simply curious about what conservation could mean for your property. You don't have to know if a conservation easement is right for you. You don't have to understand the entire process. And you don't have to be ready to make a decision. Start with a conversation. The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund helps eligible landowners in Fayette and Coweta counties explore options for permanently protecting their land and may help reduce some of the financial and logistical barriers involved. Tell us a little about your land, your goals, and what you're hoping to protect. Our team can help you understand whether conservation may be a fit for your property. 🌿 Protect the land you love. Start the conversation. Click the link in our bio to learn more! #FlintRising #ProtectTheLandYouLove #LandConservation #FayetteCounty #CowetaCounty

Ready to RUN WILD? 🦦🌿 The Born to Be Wild 5K, 10K & 1-Mile Fun Run is coming to Newnan on December 12, and registration is OPEN! Whether you’re chasing a new personal best, enjoying a morning outside with the family, or just looking for a fun way to support conservation, there’s a race for you! 🌿 5K | 10K | 1-Mile Fun Run 📅 December 12, 2026 📍 McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds 🦦 Flint the River Otter will be there! Plus, kids can choose a Flint plushie or event T-shirt when they register. Bring your running buddies, your family, and your best wild spirit for a day that makes a difference for the places and wildlife we love. 🎟️ Early registration starts at just $35 for the 5K and $45 for the 10K. 👉 Click the corresponding link in our bio to register!

The Flint is more than a river—it’s a story of Georgia’s people, places, and the land they call home. From its beginnings near Atlanta to the farmlands of southwest Georgia, the Flint flows for 350 miles through forests, farms, communities, and some of the state’s most remarkable landscapes. For generations, people have worked to protect its clean, free-flowing waters and the communities that depend on them. Watch this short video to discover the Flint and why its future matters to all of us. Learn more and become part of the story at FlintRising.org.

Join us for a Community Conservation Conversation! 📍 September 17 – Madras Community Center Learn how conservation, community partnerships, and responsible growth are coming together through the Flint Rising Initiative. Click the link in our bio and select "Flint Rising Initiative" to learn more and register!

🦦🏃 REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Get ready to RUN WILD at the Born to Be Wild 5K, 10K & Fun Run on December 12, 2026! Join us at McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds for a family-friendly race where every mile supports conservation and protecting the places we love. 🌿 5K | 10K | 1-Mile Fun Run 📅 December 12 📍 McGuffey Nature Center | Newnan 🦦 Flint the River Otter will be there! Bring your friends, your family, your running shoes—and maybe your best mascot costume! Kids can choose a Flint plushie or event T-shirt when they register. 🎟️ Early registration is now open, with 5K registration starting at $35 and 10K at $45. 👉 click the "SCT Programs and Events" link in our bio to register today! Run wild. Have fun. Support conservation. 🌿💚 #BornToBeWild #FlintNatureCenter #SouthernConservationTrust #RunWild #5K #10K #FunRun #NewnanGA

What Does "Conservation" Actually Mean? If you're a landowner, you may have questions about what permanent conservation really means. Does it mean giving up your land? No. Does it mean you can no longer use your property? Not necessarily. Is land that is zoned for conservation permanently protected? Not necessarily. Do you have to be ready to make a decision before talking with a land trust? Absolutely not. A conservation easement is a voluntary legal agreement that can permanently protect specified conservation values on a property while the landowner generally continues to own the land. Every property is different, and conservation agreements are tailored to the property's conservation values and the landowner's goals. That's why the first step doesn't have to be an application. It can simply be a conversation. The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund helps eligible landowners in Fayette and Coweta counties explore permanent conservation and reduce some of the financial and logistical barriers that can come with the process. Have questions about your property? Click the Flint Fund link in our bio above! #FlintRising #ConservationEasement #LandConservation #FayetteCounty #CowetaCounty

Join us for a Community Conservation Conversation! 📍 September 8 – Peachtree City Library 📍 September 17 – Madras Community Center Learn how conservation, community partnerships, and responsible growth are coming together through the Flint Rising Initiative. Click the link in our bio to register!

What do you want the future of Fayette and Coweta counties to look like? If you care about conservation, responsible growth, clean water, and protecting the natural places that make our communities special, we want to hear from you. Join Southern Conservation Trust President & CEO Chris Doane for the first of three Community Conservation Conversations about Flint Rising. We have a plan for protecting the Upper Flint River region while supporting thriving communities. Now, we want to hear what you think—and what you want to see happen next. 📅 September 1 🕡 6:30 PM 📍 Carnegie Library | Newnan Free and open to the public. Come be part of the conversation. Click the link in our bio to learn more and register!

Your Land. Your Story. Your Future. You own your land. You know why it matters to you. Maybe it's the woods you've walked for years. A creek that runs through your property. Wildlife you enjoy watching. Family land you hope to pass down. Or simply the open space you want to see remain for generations. What do you want the future of your land to look like? The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund is helping eligible landowners in Fayette and Coweta counties explore options for permanently protecting the land they love. And conservation may not mean what you think it does. You don't have to give up ownership of your land to explore conservation, and you don't have to have all the answers before starting a conversation. If you've ever wondered what conservation could look like for your property, we'd love to hear from you. Click the link in our bio to learn more. #FlintRising #LandConservation #FayetteCounty #CowetaCounty #ProtectTheLandYouLove

You care about the future of our region. Let's talk about it. 🌿 As Fayette and Coweta counties continue to grow, how do we protect the land, water, wildlife, and natural places that make our communities special? Southern Conservation Trust President & CEO Chris Doane wants to hear from you. Join us for one of three Community Conservation Conversations about the Flint Rising Initiative—a five-year effort focused on balancing conservation, responsible growth, and the future of the Upper Flint River region. We have a plan. Now, we want to hear what you think. 📍 Newnan — September 1 | 6:30 PM | Carnegie Library 📍 Peachtree City — September 8 | 6:30 PM | Peachtree City Library 📍 Newnan — September 17 | 6:30 PM | Madras Community Center Free and open to the public. If you care about conservation, balanced development, and protecting the places we call home, come be part of the conversation. Learn more and register: https://www.sctlandtrust.org/flint-rising (click the link in our bio above)

Flint Force in Action! 🌿 A huge thank you to our Flint Force volunteers who came out a few days ago to help refinish the posts along the boardwalk at NeSmith Preserve! Their hard work helps keep our trails and nature preserves safe, welcoming, and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. 💚 Want to get involved and make a difference in your local nature preserves? Join the Flint Force! This volunteer group helps with hands on projects and stewardship efforts throughout Southern Conservation Trust’s public nature areas. 📧 Interested in volunteering? Email volunteer@sctlandtrust.org to learn more! #FlintForce #SouthernConservationTrust #Volunteer #VolunteerGeorgia #NeSmithPreserve #Conservation #GiveBack #GetOutside

🌿 Join the Conversation. Help Shape Our Region's Future. Southern Conservation Trust invites you to attend one of three upcoming Community Conservation Conversations about the Flint Rising Initiative. As our region continues to grow, how do we protect the greenspaces, waterways, and natural resources that make Fayette and Coweta counties such special places to live? Join SCT President & CEO Chris Doane to learn about the Flint Rising Initiative, the Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund, and how regional collaboration can help balance growth with conservation. 📍 September 1 – Carnegie Library (Newnan) 📍 September 8 – Peachtree City Library 📍 September 17 – Madras Community Center (Newnan) All programs begin at 6:30 PM. Chris will also be sharing Flint Rising with local civic and business organizations throughout the fall, helping expand the conversation across our region. Learn more and register: https://www.sctlandtrust.org/flint-rising (Click the link in our bio above)

🌿 Could your land benefit from conservation funding? The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund provides financial assistance to eligible landowners in Fayette and Coweta counties who are interested in permanently protecting their property. 🌳 Forests 🌾 Farmland 💧 Property along waterways 🦌 Wildlife habitat Your land may qualify. Not sure if you're eligible? Learn more about the program, what funding can cover, and whether your property may be a fit. 📅 Applications are open through August 12, 2026. 👉 Learn more & apply: www.sctlandtrust.org/flint-rising-assistance-fund (Click the link in the bio above)

A new chapter in conservation leadership at Southern Conservation Trust! Please join us in congratulating Jesse Woodsmith on her promotion to Vice President of Conservation! 🎉 Since joining SCT in 2020, Jesse has helped lead our conservation work across the Southeast, building strong partnerships with landowners and advancing our mission of elevating nature through exceptional stewardship. Her leadership has also helped bring a longtime vision to life: the Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund, which helps landowners overcome financial and logistical barriers to permanently protecting important natural areas in Fayette and Coweta counties. We’re proud to celebrate Jesse, her passion for conservation, and the incredible work of our Conservation Team. 💚 Read the full announcement and learn more about Jesse’s conservation leadership: 👉 https://www.sctlandtrust.org/sct-promotes-woodsmith-to-vp (click the link in our bio above to read more)

🦦🎨 Flint the Otter stopped by to admire Fayetteville’s new downtown mural painted by @krystalmichelle_muralstudio … and he LOVES it! 💚 Check out this amazing new artwork, then make your way down the road to visit the nature center! 📍Park at the Fayette Public Library and follow the flag marking the trail entrance to the nature center. We’re open Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM. Come explore with us! @mainstreetfayettevillega #FlintTheOtter #FayettevilleGA #NatureCenter #ExploreNature

Protect Your Land. Preserve Your Legacy. Applications Are Still Open! 🌳 If you own land in Fayette or Coweta County, you may qualify for financial assistance to help permanently protect your property through conservation. The Flint Rising Conservation Assistance Fund helps eligible landowners overcome the costs associated with conserving their land by providing assistance for due diligence expenses, stewardship contributions, and conservation planning. Whether your property includes forests, farmland, streams, wildlife habitat, or other significant natural resources, this voluntary program is designed to help you safeguard it for future generations. ⏳ Applications close August 12, 2026. Learn more, review eligibility requirements, and apply today: 👉 www.sctlandtrust.org/flint-rising-assistance-fund (Click the link in our bio) Help protect the natural landscapes that make Fayette and Coweta counties special—for today and tomorrow.

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