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Sustainable Trails: Constructing Elevated Trail Treads

Written on April 1, 2021.

One of the most common challenges facing the Land Trust when building trails on our hillsides is the sloping, rocky terrain. When establishing trails in these areas, we look to place trails where water flow can be managed and trail treads (the defined pathway for trail users) can be leveled with...

Other Ways to Give

Written on March 26, 2021.

Support from individuals like you makes all of our work possible. And as our community continues to grow, our mission becomes more and more critical. In addition to making cash donations to the Land Trust, there are numerous other options (with tax benefits) to support the Land Trust’s mission...

#HugaTreeLT Challenge

Written on March 5, 2021.

Our #HugaTreeLT Challenge has ended but you can still find all 9 featured trees listed below by visiting Land Trust public properties. If you completed the challenge by sharing photos with all 9 trees using the tags @landtrustnal and #HugaTreeLT before the end of 2021 but have not yet been...

Great Easy Hikes

Written on March 1, 2021.

Whether you have little ones, you’re new to hiking, or you’re just in the mood for an easy stroll, Land Trust nature preserves offer some great easy hike options. Wade Mountain Nature Preserve Piney Loop Trail – Begin from the Spragins Hollow Trailhead on Devil’s Racetrack Trail. After a...

Sustainable Trails: Bridges & Boardwalks

Written on February 1, 2021.

The Land Trust is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for trail users while also protecting our natural areas. Occasionally, that means constructing bridges and boardwalks along our trails. Have you ever wondered what’s behind the decision to build a bridge or a boardwalk?...

Sustainable Trails: Creating Lasting Connections

Written on January 4, 2021.

Many of our mountainsides contained informal trails long before they became Land Trust nature preserves. These trails were created by neighborhood kids wandering the woods with friends, mountain bikers looking for a place to ride, or developers surveying lands for a potential project. Most, if...

New Way to Experience Old Railroad Bed

Written on November 23, 2020.

You can explore local history and the nature that surrounds you with a free self-guided audio tour on Monte Sano Nature Preserve‘s Old Railroad Bed Trail available through the TravelStorys app. About the Tour Image courtesy of HMCPL To get started, download the TravelStorys app and follow...

Partnership to Protect Cane Creek Canyon

Written on November 9, 2020.

Land Trust of North Alabama has entered a partnership with Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve to ensure future protection of this unique property in Northwest Alabama while also allowing for continued low impact public access. Photo by Ed Balch The Land Trust has been assigned a conservation...

Growing Like a Weed

Written on October 5, 2020.

The Land Trust’s eight public nature preserves offer trails to explore the woods, creeks, bluffs, and valleys around Madison County. To provide access to those trails, we manage 28 trailheads (or trail entrance points). Lori, one of our two Land Stewards, visits each trailhead weekly to...

2020 Changes for Charitable Giving

Written on September 28, 2020.

There have been a few changes that impact charitable giving deductions and tax implications this year. In light of these changes, we wanted to share some updates to help you find what works best for you as you consider making gifts to support the nonprofits you love. And if you love the Land...