Love is in the air, and there's no better place to experience its full force than at Chattanooga's natural areas.
Feb. 4: Tennessee Indoor Rowing Championships
If you enjoyed watching the Head of the Hooch or the Chattanooga Head Race, you'll enjoy the sheer strength displayed at this indoor event. Cheer on local high school and college rowing teams as they power through the equivalent of 2,000 meters on rowing machines, or challenge yourself in one of the events for masters (rowers age 25 or older). Learn more at concept2.com/indoor-rowers/racing/calendar.
4: Terrarium "Make & Take" Workshop
Make and take home memories with The Barn Nursery's Terrarium Workshop. Invite friends or bring the family out to learn to make these glass encased, low-maintenance gardens sure to ward off winter blues. Visit tinyurl.com/zxb9ex3 for more information.
10: Wild at Heart
Sip signature cocktail with that special someone while you learn about conservation efforts at the Chattanooga Zoo and the mating habits of its furry residents. chattzoo.org/events/wild-at-heart
11: Wildlife Photography Workshop
If you're looking to put National Geographic's photographers to shame, this three-hour workshop is the place to start. Attendees will learn how to photograph wildlife through lectures and hands-on learning at Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. The center's birds will even be positioned in the wild for practice. Find out more at reflectionriding.org/wildlife-photography-workshop.
11: Leapin' Lemurs
Need a little lemur lovin'? Then be among the first to see Lemur Forest, a new Tennessee Aquarium exhibit opening this spring. Visitors will get a sneak peak of what's to come, learn about conservation efforts being made for ring-tailed and red-ruffed lemurs, see how the animals are taken care of and get a chance to make enrichment items for the critters. Gotta know more? Visit tinyurl.com/ChattLemurs.
12: Romance at Ruby
Ruby Falls originated with a love story, and couples can hear it on this intimate Valentine's Lantern Tour featuring a special look at one of the Scenic City's iconic natural formations as well as the romantic view from Lookout Mountain Tower. Learn more at rubyfalls.com/romance-at-ruby
12: Valentine's Sunset Cruise
The Tennessee Aquarium's River Gorge Explorer will become a love boat during this romantic three-hour cruise, with everything from wine to ordained ministers at the ready. Learn more at tinyurl.com/TNAquaCruise
23: Comedy for Conservation
Safeguarding the environment is no laughing matter - but it will be during this special evening benefiting Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center. Hosted at The Comedy Catch, the night will kick off with a silent auction and conclude with hilarious performances by celebrities Moody Malovi, Roger Keiss and Karen Mills. Learn more by calling 423-821-1160, ext. 0.