We’re delighted to announce that Martin Dawson is the Conservancy’s new volunteer coordinator. Martin, who owns the local business PC Plus, says he loves to spend his free time outdoors and in the woods. Growing up, he played in the forested land near his Ohio home and enjoyed summers at a cottage on Lake Michigan….

What a glorious early-February day we had for this year’s Groundhog Hike! Our 21st annual Groundhog event attracted a record number of you, with 80 to 90 folks joining us for hikes through the woods, catching up with friends old and new, a potluck, warm campfire, and smiles galore. Thanks to everyone!

You’re invited to the always-popular annual Groundhog Hike! Slated for Sunday, Feb. 4, the family-friendly winter hiking event is hosted by Athens Conservancy and Friends of Strouds Run in honor of our founder John Knouse. The fun kicks off around noon at Strouds Run State Park, where we’ll gather at the Bobcat Shelter, near the…