Outdoor Odyssey Returns to Atlanta Science Festival

West Atlanta Watershed Alliance hosts hands-on nature exploration for families and youth.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 5:00pm

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The West Atlanta Watershed Alliance (WAWA) is partnering with the Atlanta Science Festival to bring back their popular Outdoor Odyssey event. Families and youth can explore a 22-acre urban nature preserve, learn about forest biodiversity, and participate in hands-on activities like plant/animal/insect identification, soil exploration, art and crafts, and outdoor music.

Why it matters

The Outdoor Odyssey event provides an engaging way for Atlanta-area youth and families to connect with nature and learn about science in an outdoor setting. As part of the broader Atlanta Science Festival, it helps promote environmental education and appreciation for the city's green spaces.

The details

The Outdoor Odyssey event will feature a variety of interactive stations and activities for attendees to explore during their visit to the 22-acre Bush Mountain nature preserve. Participants can hike the trails, learn about forest ecosystems, and get hands-on with activities focused on plant, animal, and insect identification, soil composition, nature-inspired art, and outdoor music. The event is designed to be both educational and fun for all ages.

  • The Outdoor Odyssey event will take place on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 1 PM to 3 PM.
  • This year's event is part of the 2026 Atlanta Science Festival programming.

The players

West Atlanta Watershed Alliance

A community-based organization focused on environmental conservation and education in the Atlanta area.

Atlanta Science Festival

An annual celebration of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) held in the Atlanta metropolitan region.

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What they’re saying

“Outdoor Odyssey is a great way for families to explore nature and learn about science in a hands-on, engaging way. We're excited to partner with the Atlanta Science Festival again to bring this event to the community.”

— Tamika Burge, Executive Director, West Atlanta Watershed Alliance (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

What’s next

Interested participants can register for the Outdoor Odyssey event through the Atlanta Science Festival website. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.

The takeaway

The Outdoor Odyssey event provides a unique opportunity for Atlanta-area youth and families to connect with nature, learn about science, and participate in hands-on outdoor activities as part of the broader Atlanta Science Festival programming.