August 8th - Trek to Mount Arabia with the Dresden Tutorial Group

Atlanta ICO took nine kids from the Dresden tutoring group to Arabia Mountain!

Ranger Robby lead a hike over the mountain and to the lake. He pointed out plants and taught the kids about the mountain. These youngsters climbed rocks and skipped rocks in the lake!

Later, they went to AWARE center and had a tour. The guide brought out a snake, possum and a turtle!

What a day for those kids!!!  They are so young and happy.  This experience builds a foundation of appreciation for the outdoors and the simple pleasures of climbing on a big rock with your friends!

July 24-25 Trip to Len Foote Hike Inn by Amicalola Falls with the IRC

Atlanta ICO took 14 students from the IRC to Len Foote Hike Inn. The students and chaperones hiked 5 miles to the lodge and re-united with a fellow chaperone and student in a wheelchair.

The students toured the Inn's facilities. They learned about compost and eco-friendly living. Later, students expressed their creative side with art activities in the game room, capped off with a family style dinner!

On day two, the team hiked back, and Atlanta ICO volunteers transported everyone from Amicalola State Park back to Clarkston.  Meals were provided by the Atlanta ICO while in-transit.

From the pictures, the weather looked terrific and everyone is all smiles!!!