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North Georgia Regional Crosscut Course – October 27-29, 2026

North Georgia Regional Crosscut Course – October 27-29, 2026

Registration is Closed

 

The USDA USFS, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), and the Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) are hosting a crosscut A/B certification and recertification course October 27-29, 2026

Why? To build capacity for wilderness stewardship for agency staff, partners, and volunteers.

What? Crosscut A/B, Crosscut Bucking

There are 25 available spaces.

Where?

Location: Chattooga River Ranger Station – Classroom session: Tuesday, October 27

Field Sessions: Wednesday October 28 and Thursday October 29

Location: Lake Russell Recreation Area. Camping will be available at Lake Russell Recreation Area.

When? Crosscut A/B–October 27-29, 2026

Updated October 15, 2026