We're excited to open our 8th public nature preserve! This picturesque farm turned nature preserve is home to one of the tallest waterfalls in Madison county as well as an accessible trail that weaves around a creek and working farmland. Registration for Bethel Spring Opening Day Hikes has CLOSED. Due to limited parking, we’ve reached capacity […]
(2 hours / Moderate / 1.5 miles) Nick Sharp, Nongame Biologist for the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Program, will guide us through the fields and trails at our soon to be newest public nature preserve – Bethel Spring — and teach us how we can use clues from our environment to gather information about […]
Nick Sharp, Nongame Biologist for the Alabama Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries Program, will guide us through the fields and trails at Matthews Nature Preserve (a Land Trust conservation property) and teach us how we can use clues from our environment to gather information about the wildlife nearby. Land Trust members only. Children ages 6+ with […]
Bethel Spring Archaeology (2 hours / Moderate to Difficult / 1.5 Miles) Get a view of our newest nature preserve through the eyes of archaeologist Ben Hoksbergen. Enjoy the picturesque farmland and breathtaking waterfall as you learn about the many archaeological features hidden on this beautiful preserve. Location: Bethel Spring Nature Preserve – 2641 Cherry Tree Road, Gurley, AL […]
Land Trust of North Alabama invites families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) to become Forest Friends. Join us for a series of nature discovery events designed to encourage a sense of wonder about the natural world. Through the sharing of stories and songs and the creation of art, each playful exploration […]
Land Trust of North Alabama invites families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) to become Forest Friends. Join us for a series of nature discovery events designed to encourage a sense of wonder about the natural world. Through the sharing of stories and songs and the creation of art, each playful exploration […]
Land Trust of North Alabama invites families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) to become Forest Friends. Join us for a series of nature discovery events designed to encourage a sense of wonder about the natural world. Through the sharing of stories and songs and the creation of art, each playful exploration […]