Join the Land Trust of North Alabama (LTNA) and Wild Ones North Alabama (WONA) for a community Weed Wrangle® at Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve! This one-day volunteer event focuses on rescuing public parks and green spaces from invasive, non-native plants through hands-on removal efforts. Guided by an expert in invasive weed management, volunteers will learn […]
Families with elementary aged children are invited to attend these homeschool enrichment program events focused on exploring the natural environment to develop a connection to the land, to wildlife and to each other. We will learn about Alabama’s biodiversity and natural resources through weekly seasonal nature-based themes. We will read literature together to spark curiosity […]
Families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) are invited to attend these nature discovery events designed to inspire a sense of wonder about the natural world. Through the sharing of stories, songs, and art, each playful exploration engages both adults and children as we make new discoveries about the plants and animals […]
Land Trust of North Alabama’s Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve is a natural treasure located within 5 minutes from downtown Huntsville. With its education pavilion, restrooms, varied terrain, and relatively easy trails, this preserve is the site of many of the Land Trust’s educational activities and programs. During the 2024-2025 school year, the Land Trust will […]
Join us for the monthly Homeschool Teen Hike at Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve. This group stops during the hike to sketch, take pictures, or just appreciate the scenery, so bring a snack and a sketchpad/nature journal or camera. The hike is for teens, ages 12 – 17. A parent or guardian must accompany each teen […]
We warmly invite all Land Trust members to join us for an exciting update on our latest projects and upcoming initiatives! Come enjoy delicious refreshments, including hotdogs and mac n' cheese. This is a great chance to mingle with Land Trust staff and board members, ask questions, and share your thoughts. Whether you're curious about […]
Nature Reimagined | A Guided Hike & Creative Showcase is a two-session program that encourages high school juniors and seniors to create art inspired by one of the Land Trust’s trails, spaces, or history. The first session is designed to be a guided brainstorming hike where participants will learn about the Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve […]