Knitting in Nature

Woven from fiber artistry and the core threads of DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs—care for people, care for place, and shared access to nature—this experience invites participants to slow their pace and engage the landscape through texture, color, pattern, and place.

Led by Zaree Ross
Supported by Naturalist Tasha Messer, DeKalb County RPCA

This program will be held rain or shine, unless conditions are deemed unsafe by DeKalb County RPCA staff.

Michelle Obama Trail
2901 Clifton Springs Road
Decatur, GA 30034

Georgia State University: Perimeter College – Decatur Campus parking area, where the main trailhead meets the parking lot and is marked by the bronze Michelle Obama “Let’s Move” plaque.

Note: There are no restrooms on site. Please plan accordingly before arrival.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear.
Bring a refillable water bottle and any personal comfort or outdoor items you prefer (e.g., notebook, lightweight seating pad, knitting/crochet project and bag if desired—optional).

This program is designed for adults and older youth, but all ages are welcome.

Participants will take part in a gentle, reflective walk along the Michelle Obama Trail, where smooth pathways and the steady presence of the South River shape the experience. This setting invites exploration of how movement, flow, and repetition influence traditional fibers, patterns, and creative expression. Thoughtfully guided prompts and quiet observation moments encourage participants to notice how lines, rhythms, light, and water inform texture, color, and design—revealing how handmade arts often mirror the landscapes that support them. The program concludes with a communal moment for knitting, pattern sharing, and a yarn swap, offering space for connection, exchange, and creative reflection.

Approximately 1.5–2 miles of slow-paced walking with brief periods of standing and light terrain changes.

DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs strives to make all programs accessible to persons of all abilities. If you require reasonable accommodations, please contact the program organizer at least 48 hours in advance.

By registering for or attending this program, participants acknowledge that outdoor activities involve natural terrain, physical exertion, and variable conditions. Participation is voluntary, and individuals assume responsibility for their personal safety. DeKalb County Government, the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs, and all affiliated staff and partners are held harmless from any claims or injuries arising from participation.

~Naturalist Tasha

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