Special Work, Education and Trails
Miles of Trail Maintenance
Trees Planted in a season
It Takes SWEAT to Maintain Warner Parks’ Trails


Work, Learn, Earn—Team Members Trade SWEAT for Environmental Education.

Did You Know?
Warner Parks Have Two Tree Trails—One In Percy Warner and One in Edwin Warner Park.
The Tree Trails were originally established in 1996 by Naturalists Margo Farnsworth and Judy Dulin, who also wrote a comprehensive booklet detailing identification tips and information about each tree.

Did You Know?
Warner Parks Have Two Tree Trails—One In Percy Warner and One in Edwin Warner Park.
The Tree Trails were originally established in 1996 by Naturalists Margo Farnsworth and Judy Dulin, who also wrote a comprehensive booklet detailing identification tips and information about each tree.

Did You Know?
Warner Parks Have Two Tree Trails—One In Percy Warner and One in Edwin Warner Park.
The Tree Trails were originally established in 1996 by Naturalists Margo Farnsworth and Judy Dulin, who also wrote a comprehensive booklet detailing identification tips and information about each tree.
Ready to SWEAT?
Our seasonal SWEAT crews are energetic, fun, and need all the help they can get!
Contact us to get involved.
Call (615) 862-8555
Program Sponsorship
Nashville area businesses can play a vital role in funding this program and our parks.
Contact us about ways your organization can help.
Call (615) 862-8555
Upcoming Nature Center Events
April 2025
Spring Bird Banding Research
Spring Bird Banding Research
Observe federally licensed bird researchers collect vital data to inform our understanding of bird populations, migration, and more.
Vol Call: Spring Cleaning Litter Pick-Up
Vol Call: Spring Cleaning Litter Pick-Up
Join Friends of Warner Parks for this Litter Pick-Up project and help us maintain clean green spaces. Every little bit helps!
Spring Sound Bath Hike
Spring Sound Bath Hike
Crystal bowls, live guitar, and healing instruments will guide you through grounding rituals, nature- inspired affirmations, and breathwork.
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SWEAT in Nature News
Reintroducing the American Chestnut at Warner Parks
In partnership with The American Chestnut Foundation, Friends of Warner Parks has planted 5 backcross American Chestnuts in the Warner Parks.
Metro Parks to Remove EAB Infested Ash Trees This Fall
Metro Parks announced phase one of plans to remove EAB-infested ash trees along pedestrian paths in the Warner Parks this fall.
Humans of Warner Parks Spotlight: Alan Frye
Alan Frye is the newest member of the Friends of Warner Parks team, our restoration expert and resident stone mason!
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