Featured Programs Aquaponics 101 03/11/26 - 04/15/26 Discover the World of Aquaponics!Dive into sustainable food production with this 8-week evening program at Georgia Southern's Sustainable Aquaponics Research Center. Designed for adults, each hands-on session blends expert instruction with real-world practice-so you'll learn by doing! Gain the skills and confidence to start your own aquaponics system and access resources for even deeper learning. Beekeeping Class for Beginners 03/24/26 - 04/28/26 Discover Beekeeping: Dive into the art and science of beekeeping with our beginner's class. Learn the basics of hive management, and bee behavior in a hands-on environment. Perfect for enthusiasts looking to start their own hive or simply gain a deeper understanding of these remarkable pollinators. This class is for Adults (18+) only. Birding 101 02/26/26 - 02/26/26 Join us for a Birding 101 class, perfect for beginners looking to explore the fascinating world of birdwatching. Following the Flock: Spring Bird Migration This course contains no sessions. Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Follow the fascinating journeys of migrating birds as they travel across our region. Learn how to track and identify species using tools like eBird, BirdCast, and Merlin. Whether you're new to birding or building on prior experience, this course helps you follow the flock with confidence and curiosity. Prepared, Not Scared 02/03/26 - 03/03/26 Learn how to prepare your home and family for emergencies with practical, real-life strategies. Sherman's March Tour 03/21/26 - 03/21/26 Explore Georgia's Civil War History!Join Dr. John K. Derden for a fascinating day tour tracing Sherman's March to the Sea through Emanuel, Jenkins, and Burke Counties. Travel historic roads, visit authentic campsites and plantation sites, and explore Camp Lawton at Magnolia Springs State Park. Enjoy engaging stories, incredible history, and a guided experience you won't forget-lunch and transportation included! Taste, Tour, and Learn: A Georgia Southern Adventure Through Tuscany! 11/04/26 - 11/14/26 Experience Italy like never before with our immersive week-long program that combines cooking classes, guided tours, and Italian language lessons. Explore the scenic beauty of Chianti, Siena, and Florence as you savor local wines and discover hidden gems throughout Tuscany. This unforgettable adventure is open to lifelong learners 18 and older, with only 20 spots available-secure yours today for a unique, non-credit experience that will take you far beyond the traditional classroom! The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary & Georgia DNR Boating Safety Course 11/17/25 - 11/20/25 Learn essential boating skills with instructors from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and Georgia DNR. This course prepares you for the DNR Boater Education certification so you can legally operate jet skis and motorboats in most states.

Upcoming Programs The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary & Georgia DNR Boating Safety Course November 17-20, 2025 Prepared, Not Scared February 3, 2026 to March 3, 2026 Birding 101 Thursday, February 26, 2026 Aquaponics 101 March 11, 2026 to April 15, 2026 Sherman's March Tour Saturday, March 21, 2026

Featured Programs

Aquaponics 101 03/11/26 - 04/15/26 Discover the World of Aquaponics!Dive into sustainable food production with this 8-week evening program at Georgia Southern's Sustainable Aquaponics Research Center. Designed for adults, each hands-on session blends expert instruction with real-world practice-so you'll learn by doing! Gain the skills and confidence to start your own aquaponics system and access resources for even deeper learning.

Beekeeping Class for Beginners 03/24/26 - 04/28/26 Discover Beekeeping: Dive into the art and science of beekeeping with our beginner's class. Learn the basics of hive management, and bee behavior in a hands-on environment. Perfect for enthusiasts looking to start their own hive or simply gain a deeper understanding of these remarkable pollinators. This class is for Adults (18+) only.

Birding 101 02/26/26 - 02/26/26 Join us for a Birding 101 class, perfect for beginners looking to explore the fascinating world of birdwatching.

Following the Flock: Spring Bird Migration This course contains no sessions. Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Follow the fascinating journeys of migrating birds as they travel across our region. Learn how to track and identify species using tools like eBird, BirdCast, and Merlin. Whether you're new to birding or building on prior experience, this course helps you follow the flock with confidence and curiosity.

Prepared, Not Scared 02/03/26 - 03/03/26 Learn how to prepare your home and family for emergencies with practical, real-life strategies.

Sherman's March Tour 03/21/26 - 03/21/26 Explore Georgia's Civil War History!Join Dr. John K. Derden for a fascinating day tour tracing Sherman's March to the Sea through Emanuel, Jenkins, and Burke Counties. Travel historic roads, visit authentic campsites and plantation sites, and explore Camp Lawton at Magnolia Springs State Park. Enjoy engaging stories, incredible history, and a guided experience you won't forget-lunch and transportation included!

Taste, Tour, and Learn: A Georgia Southern Adventure Through Tuscany! 11/04/26 - 11/14/26 Experience Italy like never before with our immersive week-long program that combines cooking classes, guided tours, and Italian language lessons. Explore the scenic beauty of Chianti, Siena, and Florence as you savor local wines and discover hidden gems throughout Tuscany. This unforgettable adventure is open to lifelong learners 18 and older, with only 20 spots available-secure yours today for a unique, non-credit experience that will take you far beyond the traditional classroom!

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary & Georgia DNR Boating Safety Course 11/17/25 - 11/20/25 Learn essential boating skills with instructors from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and Georgia DNR. This course prepares you for the DNR Boater Education certification so you can legally operate jet skis and motorboats in most states.