Wellness and Outdoors

Team RWB Fort Benning/Columbus Trail Running Clinic

Runners! Don’t miss the third Team RWB Fort Benning/Columbus Trail Running Clinic on Oct 6, 7 & 8 at Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park. Join for a weekend of trails and clinic led by longtime trail and ultra-runners. Free to all Team RWB members and active and retired military personnel. For registration and other information email Justin.johnson@teamrwb.org.

Oct. 6, 7, & 8, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Moonlight Paddle

Choose a canoe, kayak or paddle boat for an evening adventure on Lake Delanor with staff guides. Geared towards swimmers, ages 10 and up. Two paddlers per canoe/kayak unless single kayak. Paddle boats hold 4. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $10 per person includes lifejacket, paddles and boat. Pre-register and pre-pay only at the Park Office. Limited space. Meet at Boat House on Lake Delanor in the campground.

Oct. 6, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Columbus Day Relay

Join Big Dog Running Company for this 60 mile relay race. Bring your team and test your mettle! Team categories are: all male, all female, co-ed and masters (age 40+). This 60 mile loop around the outskirts of Columbus begins in Uptown, runs north before circling east, and turns south to run along the Rails to Trails before finishing back in Uptown along the Chattahoochee Riverwalk. Participants will run four separate times in rotation, about three to five miles per leg. Registration is $160 per team. For tickets, visit runsignup.com.

Oct. 7, 4 a.m – 6 p.m., Big Dog Running Company, 1200 Broadway, Columbus

Sunrise Yoga

Welcome the sun during this beginner friendly Hatha class with certified instructor, Jeanne Crass. Wear loose or flexible clothing and bring water and a mat or thick towel. $3 cost at the door. Meet next to the Park Office at the Stone Amphitheater.

Oct. 7, 7:15 – 8:30 a.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Yoga Class with Mimosa/Kombucha

Join Bare Roots Farmacy and Kristi Synder for yoga and mimosas/kombucha on the back patio. The class is one hour long and the cost is $15, with includes your choice of mimosa, beermosa or kombucha. Participants will need to bring their own yoga mats. Contact Olivia to register at 407-506-6905 or olivia@barerootsfarmacy.com.

Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28, 9:30 a.m., Bare Roots Farmacy, 105 12th Street, Columbus

Nutrition Essentials Course

Let Roben Clark (Nutritional Therapist) and Dana Grant (Wellness Coach) show you how simple it can be to eat well and live a healthier lifestyle with their 3-month Nutritional Therapy course designed to help you develop: 1. Positive habits to nourish your body & soul 2. A new relationship between you and your food 3. The confidence you need to fuel, satisfy, and heal yourself with every meal. Go beyond counting and burning calories to learn HOW you eat affects your ability to succeed in reducing your pant size, increasing your energy, improving your immunity, and much more! Call 706-573-3111 for pricing and additional information.

Oct. through Dec. on Saturdays, 11:30 a.m., River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6801 River Road #403, Columbus

Yoga for Osteoporosis – A 6 Week Series

Concerned about thinning bones, osteopenia or osteoporosis? Learn the proven method of building stronger bones and even reversing Osteopenia/Osteoporosis! Join certified Yoga For Osteoporosis instructors April Laxton and Betsey Wilson and learn how to safely use yoga poses to build stronger bones. Created by Dr. Loren Fishman, this method was developed from a 10 year study on using yoga to increase bone strength. You do not need any yoga experience – beginners are welcome. $95 for all 6 sessions. Saturdays 1:00pm – 2:15pm beginning Saturday October 7 – Saturday November 11th. Space is strictly limited! You must register and pay in advance to reserve your space!

Oct. 7 – Nov. 11, 1 p.m., Art of Yoga, 627 2nd Avenue, Columbus

FALL Into Ayurveda

Commonly known as the sister science to yoga, the system of Ayurveda was developed in India over 5,000 years ago and is still highly respected as “the mother of all systems of health and medicine.” With the changing of seasons, we will learn how to scientifically respect the cyclical rhythm of nature and our center (prakriti) by exploring basic Ayurvedic wisdom and ways to easily incorporate this life-changing practice into your life for more vibrancy, longevity, and immunity for the mind, body and spirit. Class is $40. Be sure to bring your yoga mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing you can practice in.

Oct. 8, River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6901 River Road #403, Columbus

Self Defense Seminar

Bishop’s TaeKwonDo Plus is hosting a Self Defense Seminar open to the public. The seminar is only $5 and includes a self defense guide. This seminar is for ages 13 and up, and we also ask that a parent/guardian accompany those under 18, as we will cover some sensitive topics in the seminar. The seminar will be led by 6th Degree Master Instructor and Certified Self Defense Instructor, Monika Bishop-McElwee. For more information, call 706-221-7157 or email bishopstkd@gmail.com.

Oct. 10, 6 – 8 p.m., Bishop’s Tae Kwon Do Plus Academy, 5828 Moon Road, Columbus

Help the Hooch

Come help the Chattahoochee River. Help the Hooch will be back at it, cleaning our local river. Sign up today by emailing Katelyn at kkilpatr@troy.edu to help keep our community clean.

Oct. 13, 9:30 – 11 a.m., Troy University on the Chattahoochee, 1510 Whitewater Avenue, Phenix City

Spectacular Spiders

Join Dr. George Staton to learn about the natural history of these important and often misunderstood arachnids. Bring a flashlight for a short spider walk. Meet at the outdoor covered shelter next to campground Trading Post. Geared towards adults and families with children ages 8 and up. $2 correct change per person.

Oct. 13, 7 – 7:45 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Owl Prowl

Learn about these nocturnal wonders and enjoy a sensory 1 mile night walk to listen for these fabulous raptors. Meet at the shelter next to the Trading Post in the campground. $2 per person ages 4 and up.

Oct. 13, 7 – 8 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Columbus Against Bullying 15k Race

Hosted by Big Dog Running Company and Columbus Against Bullying, sign up for this race to help end bullying. For tickets, find the event on runsignup.com.

Oct. 14, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 1200 Broadway, Columbus

Entomologist for a Day

Curious about crawlies? Here’s your chance to study them up close. Spend a day with our entomologists at Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center as they guide you through basic identification of local insects. Learn how to find invertebrates in the wild and how to make your very own collection! You’ll even go home with a tropical butterfly! Stick around after dusk for light trapping to see what goes buzz in the night! A great introduction to entomology for adults and aspiring naturalists ages 8 and up. Participants must be comfortable working closely with insects, both live and dead. $15 for individuals; $50 for a family of four.

Oct. 14, 2:30 – 10 p.m., Callaway Gardens, 17800 US Highway 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Astronomy Night

Providence Canyon invites the public to join us and the Coca Cola Space Science Center for a night under the stars. Learn about the night sky and view stars and planets through telescopes. Seating will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own lawn chairs for more comfort. ($5 parking)

For more information please call Breanna Walker at (229)838-4706.

Oct. 14, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m., Providence Canyon State Park Road, Lumpkin, Georgia

Power of Pranayama

Pranayama is the formal practice of connecting to, extending, and controlling the breath, so one can encourage greater energy flow within their mind and body. Pranayama is considered one of the most important aspects of yoga, so learning how to use it and when will absolutely transform your practice and life for the better! $30. Bring your yoga mat and were comfortable clothing.

Oct. 15, 1 – 3 p.m., River Flow Yoga and Wellness, 6801 River Road, Columbus

The Big 50

The Big 50 trail run will be a 50K race along the scenic Pine Mountain Trail. the race will start and finish at the Liberty Bell Pool, inside FDR State Park. Runers can expect single track trails with lots of roots, rocks, and nothing flat – for lots of fun! The date has been strategically selected to guarantee perfect conditions… not hot, not cold, and not humid!

Oct. 21, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Hike and Learn Leave no Trace Workshop

We will hike the Mountain Creek Nature Trail of the Pine Mountain Trail. Though less strenuous, it is also one of the prettiest as it passes through several plant habitats. We will stop for lunch, that will be provided to you. During lunch we will learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace. Leave No Trace is relevant to anyone who spends time outdoors. It’s a set of science based guidelines that can help protect the places you enjoy spending time. Join us and learn how to enjoy your world responsibly. 

Oct. 21, 8 – 11 a.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Whooooo’s in your Neighborhood?

Join us as we explore the amazing world of owls including the habitats of Eastern Screech Owls, Barred Owls, and Great-horned Owls, and meet a living representative of each species. Learn how to make your area “owl-friendly” nest box and to identify native owls by their calls. Assist in constructing an owl nest box and one lucky attendee will be able to take the finished product home. Recommended for ages 6 and above. Walking may be over uneven surfaces. Instructors: Birds of Prey Staff. Fee: $35/Adults, $17/Children (ages 6-15) Guests. Contact the Education Department at 1-855-546-9740 or email education@callawaygardens.com for more information.

Oct. 21, 9 a.m. – noon, Callaway Gardens, 17800 Highway 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Columbus Out of the Darkness Walk

All information at this walk is at www.afsp.org/ColumbusGA. Contact walk chair Donna Faircloth for volunteer and sponsorship opportunities at dbfaircloth2002@gmail.com. Be sure to visit our chapter webpages atwww.afsp.org/Georgia.

Oct. 21, 11 a.m., Weracoba Park at Lakebottom, 1701 Cherokee Avenue, Columbus

PMT Fall Hike

Meet your Pine Mountain Trail Association guides at the Callaway Country Store Overlook Parking lot for a moderate, 4 mile easy to moderate hike to the FDR Park Office. Shuttle provided for return to your vehicle. Bring water and a snack. Event is free.

Oct. 21, 1 – 4:30 p.m., Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia

Super Hero Trail Ride

Adults and youth, wear your favorite, confortable super hero costume and join the wranglers for a guided fall trail ride. Prize for the best costume. Must pre-register. Call the stables at (706) 628-7463, Arrive by 9:40 a.m.. $35.

Oct. 29, 10 a.m. – noon, Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, 2970 GA Highway 190, Pine Mountain, Georgia