In 2025, Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga (FOC) continued its mission to support programs, partnerships, and people that make Chattanooga an exceptional place to get outside. From welcoming new leadership to supporting citywide celebrations and nationally significant milestones, this year reflected the growing role of outdoor recreation in strengthening community, stewardship, Read more
Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga is excited to welcome our newest board member, Ayanna Williams! Ayanna brings a wealth of experience in parks, recreation, and nonprofit leadership. She has worked with organizations such as Park Pride, The Nature Conservancy, and the National Recreation and Park Association, building a resume rooted in Read more
Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga, along with other local nonprofits, provided funding to the Outdoor Leadership Club’s new year-round programming. This program helps youth from underserved communities access the outdoors through local state parks and other recreational opportunities and learn the benefits of being active and engaged in nature. Read the Read more
Friends of Outdoor Chattanooga, partnered with Outdoor Chattanooga, provided bike valet services to encourage alternate modes of transportation for the Moon River Festival. 44 volunteers helped out for 120 hours to valet 435 bikes over the two day festival. The bike valet was located at the Philip Grymes Outdoor Chattanooga Read more