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Birchmore Trail provides an escape from city life

A large stone wall surrounded by trees and greenery
Joseph Mazzola
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WUGA
The Great Wall of Happy Hollow at Birchmore Trail in Memorial Park

Athens-Clarke County is known for its art and culture, but there are also several nature trails and outdoor spaces. WUGA’s Joseph Mazzola headed to one of those trails to learn more about its history, the man it's named after, and the unique landmark alongside it.


Joseph Mazzola started at WUGA as a production intern in 2023. While a student at the University of Georgia, they were Local Music Director at WUOG. He rejoined WUGA after graduating to host Morning Edition and produce African Perspectives. When not at the station, Joseph can be found making zines with friends, seeing live music, and reading books or watching movies that critics have called “strange” and “weird.”