Outdoor Nashville

07/23/2026

Beautiful weather for tonight’s Pedals and Petals! Thanks to those who joined. 🚴‍♀️ Drop us a suggestion for which Greenway to do next!!

07/22/2026

06/18/2026

Hi from the Outdoor Nashville crew + our amazing community engagement naturalist + historical educator from Fort Negley! We went for phenomenal, but pretty wet hike at the soon to be open to the public, Lytle Bend Park! 🙌 If you would like the opportunity to check it out and get the inside scoop before the park opens, you can join us for a Learn About Lytle Bend Hike on Saturday, August 1st 9:00am-12:00pm! This will be an intermediate difficulty hike for 16 year old and up participants! Call 615-642-9745 or email [email protected] for more information and to register.
Age Level: 16+
Skill: Intermediate
Lytle Bend Park
Cost: Free

06/18/2026

Check out the latest batch of participants from Fire Building 101! By the end everyone was able to get a little fire going, and we all got to enjoy s’mores! We offer this class regularly so be on the lookout for the next one. 🔥👀

06/18/2026

We had the BEST time last Saturday on our Local Rivers Paddle - Harpeth River! The weather, plants, and wildlife all came together to give us quite a show. 😍 Join us for our next paddle, Tuesday, Jun. 23 on the Cumberland River! For more info email [email protected] or call 615-642-9745

06/16/2026

We still have a few spots left!! 🔥 Call to register at 615-642-9745 for Fire Building 101 at Bells Bend Park, Wednesday, June 17th, 9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. ages 8 and up

05/30/2026

Check out Outdoor Nashville’s Summer 2026 program schedule! We can’t wait for you to join us at some of our fun, hands-on events! 🌞

05/28/2026

🚣‍♀️Buffalo River Paddle - Friday 5/29/2026🚣🏾‍♂️

Register by emailing [email protected] or calling 615-642-9745.

The trip will take place on the Buffalo River. We will put in near 1135 Cuba Landing Road, Waverly, TN. Exact meeting details, and itinerary information will be provided with registration.

Program details:

Cost: $25, cash or Check made out to: Metro Nashville Parks & Recreation
Approximate distance: 6 miles
Previous paddling experience is required
We provide kayaks, paddles, PFDs, and guided instruction/support throughout the trip