Events at Lost Corner
What Kinds of Events Will You Find at Lost Corner Preserve?
Lectures, nature walks, children's programs and other ways for you and your family to connect to and enjoy Lost Corner's 24 acre nature preserve can be found here regularly. The historic Cottage where talks are held is ADA compliant. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Some programs may require a fee and all welcome your donations to help Friends of Lost Corner continue our mission. Click for newsletter sign up HERE.
OUR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS APPEALS TO MANY INTERESTS AND MANY OF OUR TALKS "SELL OUT". LINKS TO REGISTER FOR THE SPRING 2026 SERIES WILL BE LIVE VERY SOON.
The History of Lost Corner Tuesday March 10th, 7pm - 8:30pm
Come learn from Melissa Swindell, MA BA about the history of Lost Corner from the McMurtrys, the first family to farm this land in the 1850s to the Miles family whose daughter Peggy lived here until her death in 2008. FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come.
'Becoming" Butterflies: Beautiful and Beneficial Tuesday March 24th, 7pm - 8:30pm
Who doesn't enjoy the beauty of butterflies, but they are much more than a pretty set of wings! They are key pollinators, a critical food source (along with their caterpillars) for birds and other animals and an important warning system for environmental health. Come learn from Rose Guerra, Master Naturalist, about how to support all the life stages of butterflies in our gardens. FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come.
Container Gardening: Go from Tired to Inspired with Native Plants Saturday March 28th 10am-12pm
Come explore creative ways to incorporate native plants using pots and containers with Laura Markson. The results are beautiful and support local wildlife too!. We will have vendors on site selling containers, native seeds and plants, and more! All are welcome. Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come.
Wild Roots Native Plant Sale by Wild Roots Nursery Saturday April 11th, 9am - 12pm
A wide selection of native plants, bushes and trees for full sun to shade will be available. Come early for the best selection! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Please be prepared to load your purchases in your car. Carts provided to assist you. Registration link to come.
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Lost Ecosystems of the Southeast: Giant River Cane, Carolina Parakeets and More! Tuesday April 14 7-8:30pm
At one time, giant river cane was widespread throughout the Southeast. It provided food and habitat for wildlife, was used extensively by native people and was an excellent buffer around waterways. Come learn from Alan Toney, Master Naturalist, about the cascading effects that resulted from the elimination of cane habitat and what the future holds. FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come
Gardening for Fireflies Tuesday April 28th, 7pm - 8:30pm
Georgia has more species of fireflies than any other state! However,the twinkling of fireflies has dimmed significantly over the last years. Come learn from Rose Guerra, Master Naturalist, why they are important to our ecosystem and what we can do to stop their decline. FREE! All are welcome. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration link to come.
