In honor of National Trails Day, NewTown Macon and Bike Walk Macon have teamed up to celebrate and raise funds Macon’s Ocmulgee Heritage Trail (OHT). On Saturday, June 1, they will offer a series of guided tours that will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of the OHT or one-of-a-kind experiences along the trail. Tours and events include:

Behind the Scenes Tour from 9:30am to 10:30am | $20

Trail leaders Bill Causey, retired Macon-Bibb County engineer, and Erin Keller from NewTown Macon, will lead a bike tour in Amerson River Park, sharing behind-the-scenes insights into building the trail, highlighting challenges and successes, and share how you can support the trail’s future.

Storytime + Trails Day Adventure Challenge at 11am | FREE

Join Keep Macon-Bibb Beautiful for storytime at Amerson River Park at 11:00 AM and 11:45 AM during Trails Day! Gather near the playground by the NewTown event flag, where kids and families can bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an outdoor reading of ‘All the Way to the Ocean’ by Joel Harper and complete an adventure challenge card!

Linear Park/Walnut Street Hard Hat Tour from 11:30am to 12:30pm | $20

This special "Hard Hat Tour" showcases the changes underway in Linear Park and along Walnut Street. Tour guides will highlight the history of the Pleasant Hill neighborhood and the collaborative efforts being made to improve Linear Park and the Walnut Street connection.

OHT Photo Walk from 5pm to 6pm | $20

Join Jave Bjorkman, Founder and Creative Director of And So We Go Productions, on a scenic photo walk along in Jackson Springs Park. This unique tour is designed for photography enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, aiming to capture the stunning natural beauty of the trail.

Rose Hill After Dark from 9pm to 10pm | $30

The exclusive "Rose Hill After Dark" tour offer participants an opportunity to experience Rose Hill in the evening hours. Led by Bill Causey, a devoted member of the OHT committee with a deep passion for Rose Hill Cemetery, and Hailie Poppell, NewTown Macon’s Digital Content Manager, this tour will lead participants through the next phase of the trail with fascinating insights into the cemetery's historical significance.

In addition to the tours listed above, NewTown Macon, Bike Walk Macon, and the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail Committee will host a Master Plan Reveal Party at 6pm at Fall Line Brewing Co. (567 Plum Street). From 6pm to 8pm, the community is invited to view OHT Master Plan, a visionary blueprint outlining the next 25 years of development for this beloved community asset. During the party, we’ll gather your feedback on the activities you’d like to see on the trail and hear about your current uses and experiences. Engage with fellow trail enthusiasts in the beer garden, and don’t miss the exclusive Trailblazer beer—a special brew by Fall Line Brewing, Co. dedicated to the OHT. A portion of the beer sales will be contributed towards trail improvements and growth!

100% of tour admission fees will support the development of new trail sections and maintenance of the existing trail. Sign up for tours, learn more, and donate to the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail at http://Bit.ly/TrailsDayMacon2024.