The Ridge Nature Area

Wildlife Health Notice – The Ridge Nature Area
The Southern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study (SCWDS) received a POSITIVE test for HPAIV from a Black Vulture carcass submitted by the State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources on behalf of the Southern Conservation Trust.
Please review the information on our website regarding HPAI prevention and monitoring. You may also refer to Guidance for Wild Bird Carcass Disposal in Public Areas During an Ongoing Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Outbreak.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Georgia DNR or contact:

Jesse Maestas – [email protected] | (706) 557-3350
Thank you for enjoying The Ridge Nature Area and for continuing to assist the Southern Conservation Trust and the City of Fayetteville as fellow stewards of this community treasure.

🔗 Learn more and review guidance at sctlandtrust.org/the-ridge-nature-area

We are currently collecting bags of fresh grass clippings for our composting program. Please ensure the clippings are free of herbicides, insecticides, or other chemicals.

Bags may be dropped off at our Annex Location porch (next to the Purple Glass Recycling Bin):
455 Beauregard Blvd.
Fayetteville, GA 30214

We truly appreciate your support and any donations. Thank you for helping our program grow!

See something while out on the trails? Say something! If you notice something at one of our nature areas that needs attention—like a fallen tree, damaged sign, BIG FOOT, or anything else—let us know! Just scan the QR codes on our trail stickers or the flyer posted at the kiosks.
Or visit the form directly: https://forms.gle/Twt8SQyp9Z2v6h3X6
Frequent visitor? Bookmark the link so you can help us keep our nature areas safe and beautiful all year long.

🌿 Thank you to everyone who joined us for the City Nature Challenge Observation Hike with SCT last weekend! 🐦🌼

We had an incredible day exploring SCT's beautiful properties with you all!

Thanks to your participation, we were able to make meaningful contributions to the 2024 Atlanta City Nature Challenge through iNaturalist. Every observation helps scientists and conservationists better understand and protect our local biodiversity. 🌎🔬

Let’s keep exploring, learning, and protecting nature together.

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🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱 Let's take a moment to appreciate our beautiful planet and commit to protecting it for generations to come. Every small action counts, whether it’s reducing waste, planting trees, or conserving water. Together, we can make a difference! What are you doing today to celebrate and care for our Earth? Share your actions in the comments below! 💚

Shoutout to Sonia for the kind words about The Ridge Nature Area! 💚
We love hearing how much you enjoy the trails! 🥾🌿

Thanks to your support, our 7th Annual Run the Ridge raised over $10,000 for improvements at The Ridge Nature Area! From upgraded trails to restroom repairs and invasive species removal, your impact is real—and lasting. 💚
Read more about the community partnerships and restoration work behind this Fayetteville gem: https://www.sctlandtrust.org/run-the-ridge-success

Tax season is here—why not make it work for conservation?

Through planned giving, you can leave a lasting impact on the lands and wildlife you love while meeting your estate planning goals. A lifetime charitable gift can benefit both you and the future of conservation.
Talk to your financial advisor to explore the benefits, and reach out to us to start building your conservation legacy today!
Learn more at https://www.sctlandtrust.org/planned-giving

A big thank you to gohstrighter3 for sharing your experience at The Ridge Nature Area! We love hearing how visitors enjoy the peaceful forests, winding trails, and refreshing time in nature. Your support means so much to us, and we can’t wait for you to come back and explore even more!

See you on the trails! 💚