Local Member Groups
Conducts educational programming, community outreach, habitat restoration and other conservation-related activities, citizen science projects, and advocacy efforts that protect Georgia’s birds and their habitats. 4055 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30342, (678) 973-2437 www.georgiaaudubonsociety.com
Atlanta Bicycle Coalition
Transforming Atlanta into a city where biking is safe and convenient via connected bike lanes and trails, and through initiatives like Atlanta Streets Alive. 692 Kirkwood Ave SE C-1 Atlanta, GA 30316 (404) 881-1112
www.atlantabike.org
Captain Planet Foundation
Strategies support hands-on, solution-based environmental education projects, STEM education, garden-based nutrition, and outdoor nature-based physical activity for youth in all 50 states and globally. 133 Luckie Street, 2nd Floor, Atlanta, GA 30303. (404) 522-4215
www.captainplanetfoundation.org
Chattahoochee Nature Center
To provide unique learning experiences focused on the Chattahoochee River that connect people to the natural world and to positively impact their local environment. 9135 Willeo Road, Roswell, GA 30075, (770) 992-2055
www.chattnaturecenter.org
Chattahoochee Riverkeeper
Advocates the protection and stewardship of the Chattahoochee River and its watershed to restore and preserve the river’s health for people, fish and wildlife. 3 Puritan Mill, 916 Joseph Lowery Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30318, (404) 352-9828
www.chattahoochee.org
Elachee Nature Science Center
Museum, hiking trails and animal exhibits in 1400 acre preserve in Gainesville. Teaching environmental education and stewardship for visitors and 35,000 students from 33 systems. 2125 Elachee Drive, Gainesville, GA 30504, (770) 535-1976
www.elachee.org
Flint Riverkeeper
Established in 2008, Flint Riverkeeper® works to restore and preserve the habitat, water quality, and flow of the Flint River, its tributaries and related aquifers. 211 N. Jefferson St. Suite 8 Albany, GA. 31701, (229) 435-2241,
www.flintriverkeeper.org
Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites
Friends supports Georgia’s state parks and historic sites financially and through volunteer programs and projects in our 50+ chapters located throughout the state. 781 Red Top Mountain Road, Cartersville, GA 30121, (770) 975-7533
friendsofgastateparks.org
FRIENDS of the State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Fosters appreciation, understanding and stewardship of plants, gardens and the natural environment through collections and displays, horticultural gardens, educational programs and cooperative research. 2450 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605, (706) 542-1244
www.uga.edu/botgarden
The Georgia Conservancy
Protects Georgia’s natural resources by educating the public and legislators on land conservation, smart growth, environmental stewardship, and the importance of our coastal habitat. 817 West Peachtree St., Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30308, (404) 876-2900
www.gaconservancy.org
Georgia ForestWatch
To promote sustainable management of the 867,510 acres of Georgia’s national forests and to engage the public to promote their preservation for future generations. Georgia ForestWatch, 81 Crown Mountain Place, Building. C, Suite 200 Dahlonega, GA 30533,
(706) 867-0051,
www.gafw.org
Georgia Organics
Increase the number of organic and sustainable farmers in Georgia, children participating in farm-to-school programs, and Georgians eating local, organic food. 200-A Ottley Drive, Atlanta, GA 30324, (678) 702-0400,
www.georgiaorganics.org
Georgia Ornithological Society
Promotes recreational birding, scientific ornithological studies and the preservation of bird habitat. 2069 Mills Lane SE, Marietta, GA 30060, (478) 397-7962,
www.gos.org
Georgia River Network
As the voice of Georgia’s rivers, we help everyone enjoy, connect with and advocate for economically vital and clean, flowing rivers. 126 South Milledge Ave Suite E3, Athens, Georgia 30605, (706) 549-4508
www.garivers.org/
Georgia Wildlife Federation
All programs encourage the intelligent management of the life-sustaining resources of our state including water, forests, plants and its dependent wildlife. 11600 Hazelbrand Road, Covington, GA 30014, (770) 787-7887
www.gwf.org
We support our 77 local Georgia affiliates as they build sustainable communities through litter prevention, waste reduction, recycling, water resource management, and community greening. 60 Executive Park South, NE Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 679-4910
www.keepgeorgiabeautiful.org
Macon Museum of Arts and Sciences
An accredited multidisciplinary institution serving Georgia through high quality educational programming, in an 18-acre, full- dome planetarium, nature trails, mini zoo, and five changing galleries. 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA 31210-4806, (478) 477-3232 www.masmacon.org
The Nature Conservancy, Georgia Chapter
Preserves natural communities representing the diversity of life on Earth, and in Georgia, protects forests, freshwater and coastal habitats. 100 Peachtree NW, Suite 2250, GA 30303, (404) 253-7243 nature.org/georgia
The Orianne Society is dedicated to the range-wide conservation of imperiled reptiles and amphibians and the habitats they need to persist. 11 Old Fruit Stand Ln, Tiger, Georgia
www.oriannesociety.org
Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
Providing diverse opportunities for Georgia citizens that support science proficency by connecting with nature, learning about environmental issues, and becoming life long learners. 3535 South Lumpkin Road, Columbus, GA 31903, (706) 687-4090
http://oxbow.columbusstate.edu/
Park Pride
Park Pride’s mission is to provide programs, funding and leadership to engage communities in developing and improving parks and greenspaces. 233 Peachtree St. NE Harris Tower, Suite 1600, Atlanta, GA 30303, (404) 546-7982
www.parkpride.org
Reynolds Nature Preserve
A 146 acre nature preserve located in the heart of Clayton County in Morrow, GA. The land, preserved in its native state, is a perfect example of rolling hills in the Piedmont region of Georgia. 5665 Reynolds Road, Morrow, GA 30260, (770) 603-4188
www.reynoldsnaturepreserve.org
Savannah Riverkeeper
Serves as the primary guardian of the Savannah River striving to respect, protect, and improve the entire river basin through education, advocacy, and action. 105 Riverfront Drive, 14908 Augusta, GA 30901, (706) 826-8991
www.savannahriverkeeper.org
Sierra Club Foundation – Georgia Chapter
Fights to preserve wilderness and protect environmental quality worldwide through a powerful combination of education, scientific research, publishing and litigation. 743 E. College Ave, Suite B
Decatur, GA 30030, (404)-607-1262 x-221 ,
www.georgia.sierraclub.org
Southern Alliance for Clean Energy
Promotes responsible energy choices that create global warming solutions and ensure clean, safe, and healthy communities throughout the Southeast. 250 Arizona Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307, (404) 373-5832
www.cleanenergy.org
The Southern Conservation Trust is dedicated to elevating nature through exceptional stewardship throughout Georgia and the Southeast. We don’t just believe in protecting land, we believe people should have access to enjoy it. 305 Beauregard Blvd, Fayetteville, GA 30214
www.sctlandtrust.org
Southface Energy Institute
Promotes sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance. 241 Pine Street, Atlanta, GA 30308, (404) 872-3549
www.southface.org
Trees Atlanta
Nationally recognized citizens group that protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving and educating. 225 Chester Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 522-4097,
www.treesatlanta.org
Trout Unlimited, Georgia Council
Trout fisheries and watershed restoration, preservation, habitat improvement and monitoring and education for members, the general public and youth in particular. 6105 Paddock Lane, Canton, GA 30040, (404) 683-0070
www.georgiatu.org and www.tu.org
The Trust for Public Land, Georgia
Our mission is to protect land for people to enjoy as parks, gardens and other natural places, ensuring healthy, livable communities for generations to come. 600 W. Peachtree Street NW, Suite 1840, Atlanta, GA 30308, (404) 873-7306
www.tpl.org
West Atlanta Watershed Alliance, Inc (WAWA)
A community-based, working to grow a cleaner, greener, healthier, and more sustainable West Atlanta. WAWA does its work through education, community engagement, and participatory research. 1442 Richland Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, (404) 825-3872
http://wawa-online.org/
Wilderness Southeast
Delivering life experiences through nature-based science enrichment for underprivileged middle schoolers. Teaching ecology, water quality, inquiry skills, and stewardship to persons of all ages. 3025 Bull Street #302, Savannah, GA 31405. (912) 308-8115
www.wilderness-southeast.org