Contact us

Hi there! Have questions about the Preserve, want to book an event, or ready to join with a membership? Please email bfleetwood15@gmail.com and we will get back with you within the next 24 hours, or sooner, if we can. Thank you! We’ll see you soon.

If you have any questions, please check out our Frequently Asked Questions page, give us a call at 678-848-4179, or email bfleetwood15@gmail.com. Thanks! We’ll see you at the Preserve soon!

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We want to thank you for your wonderful support, loyalty, and appreciation for the Pettit Environmental Preserve. It is people, groups, and organizations like you who help us to keep moving forward with smiling faces. We hope to give people the opportunity to explore and learn from nature for many years to come.
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Directions to the Preserve

The Pettit Environmental Preserve is located at 29 Vineyard Road, Dallas, Georgia.

Once you turn on Douthit Bridge Road at Birchwood subdivision, follow Douthit Bridge, it will turn into a one lane road, merge right onto Vineyard road. Vineyard will turn into a gravel road; stay on the gravel road about a mile until you come to the parking area at the Nature Center. We’ll see you there!

FAQ for trips

No, we are open for special events and 2nd Saturday open hikes. All other times are by reservation for field trips, private events and special events during the year. Premium members can visit at their leisure. Hours for open hikes are 9:00 am – 5:00 pm with the last hike at 4:00pm. All other hours are daylight until dark unless approved by Preserve staff.
Fill out form on our website for information. Contact the Director at the Preserve to reserve a date and once approved you will receive the forms required for your group. director@pettitpreserve.org or 678-848-4179
Fill out the information form on this website. Contact the Director by email director@pettitpreserve.org or phone 678-848-4179 to discuss your request or event. Reservations are for organized groups such as schools, church, Scouts, Environmental or corporate groups.
We rent the Nature Center for large outings; weddings, parties, corporate or other organizations or groups. Other areas of the Preserve can be reserved. Contact the Director for more information. Each reservation cost is based on size of gathering, time, or other special request. A proposal based on your request will be provided.
During open hikes you may bring your dog, but it must be on a leash and pick up after your dog. Be aware that other visitors could be on the trail, so no aggressive or barking dogs allowed.
We suggest the individual membership of $100.00 annually. This level allows you to visit the Preserve to hike at your leisure. No other guests allowed at this level. Annual Family membership $250.00 and allows you and your family to hike, picnic and fish at your leisure. Small business and corporate memberships are available. Pricing varies based on size of business. Contact Director for more information.
We only allow organized groups to camp at the Preserve. Each request must be approved by Preserve staff. Costs vary based on group requirements. Please contact Director for more details.
You must be a premium member to fish or during some special events. We allow canoe, kayak, or small boat with electric trolling motor. Observe all regulations and safety requirements.
We are a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization. We depend on your tax-deductible donations to continue our mission. Major donations or annual giving opportunities are also available. Please contact the Director for further information.
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