Skate, Scoot, Spin & Scurry: A Buggy Adventure on Wheels
About this Event
SKATE, SCOOT, SPIN & SCURRY: A Buggy Adventure on Wheels
Gresham Park Recreation Center
3113 Gresham Rd S E, Atlanta, GA 30316
Summer is the perfect time to get outside, get moving, and keep learning—and everyone has their favorite way to roll. For some, that might mean lacing up a pair of roller skates. For others, it's hopping on a scooter, riding a bicycle, or cruising along in a wheelchair.
Skate, Scoot, Spin & Scurry invites participants to experience South DeKalb's paved trails in motion while discovering the fascinating insects that thrive during Georgia's warmest months. As we travel the trail, we'll slow down, look closer, and uncover a miniature world filled with butterflies, dragonflies, beetles, bees, grasshoppers, and countless other tiny creatures that play an important role in our ecosystems.
Whether you're rolling for recreation, exercise, exploration, or simply the joy of being outdoors, this family-friendly adventure offers a unique blend of movement, nature discovery, and community science.
A Gentle Reminder:
Please bring your preferred wheeled transportation and any recommended safety gear for your activity. Participants should be comfortable independently operating their equipment, as instruction for skating, scooting, cycling, or wheelchair use will not be provided.
We'll focus our attention on the insects, not the wheels—so come ready to roll, observe, and discover.
What to Expect
Participants will travel at a leisurely pace along the paved trail while stopping periodically to observe, identify, and discuss insects encountered along the route. Along the way, Naturalist Tasha will share fun facts about insect adaptations, behaviors, life cycles, ecological roles, and ways participants can contribute to community science through observations on iNaturalist.
This is not a race or fitness event. The emphasis is on exploration, observation, and discovery.
Program Leader
Your guide will be Naturalist Tasha Messer, Parks Naturalist for South DeKalb with DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs.
Where to Meet
Meet Naturalist Tasha in the parking lot located between the Gresham Park Recreation Center pool and basketball court.
What to Bring
• Your preferred wheeled transportation (roller skates, scooter, bicycle, wheelchair, etc.)
• Appropriate safety gear for your activity
• Refillable water bottle
• Sun protection
• Fully charged phone if you would like to participate in iNaturalist observations
Restrooms
Public restrooms are available at Gresham Park Recreation Center during operating hours.
Recommended Ages
This program is appropriate for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Dogs
Well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome provided they are comfortable around wheeled users and groups.
Weather Contingency
This program will be canceled or rescheduled in the event of rain, lightning, or other hazardous weather conditions.
Distance
Approximately 1–2 miles at a relaxed pace with frequent stops.
Exposure
This route includes a mix of shaded and sunny sections.
Trail Surface & Accessibility
This program remains entirely on paved surfaces and is designed to be accessible to a variety of wheeled transportation and mobility devices. Participants should be comfortable independently operating their chosen equipment. Please note that this program does not include instruction for skating, scooting, cycling, or wheelchair use.
Questions about accessibility or participation? Contact Naturalist Tasha at [email protected].
Waiver & Release
By registering for this activity, each participant hereby acknowledges and agrees that he/she is participating in this program at his/her own risk and holds DeKalb County and all its officers, agents, servants, and/or employees harmless from and against any and all claims, loss, damage, charge, or expense to which they or any of them may be put or subjected by reason of participant’s participation in this program. You further acknowledge that DeKalb County is not responsible for the acts of others participating in this program and the other participants may include, but not be limited to, interested individuals, members of civic groups, religious groups, or community groups, and/or persons convicted of crimes and/or violations of County ordinances and ordered to provide community service.
I give permission that all photographs, films, video recordings, and sound recordings of me and/or my child(ren) made by the DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs during this Naturalist program may be used non-commercially by DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs for promotional and educational purposes. I understand and acknowledge that neither my child(ren) nor I will receive compensation for appearing in any photograph, film, video recording, or sound recording made during this program.
Let's hit the trail for an evening of movement, exploration, and buggy discoveries!
~ Naturalist Tasha
404-927-4227
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