Presented in partnership with Feral Foraging Have you ever been on a walk through the woods and wondered to yourself, “What are all of these trees?” Recognizing the trees around you is an incredible and valuable skill. It creates a sense of familiarity that will make you feel at home in the forest! Identifying trees […]
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 […]
(Moderate / 2 hours / around 2 miles) Does hiking and beer sound like the perfect way to spend your afternoon? Land Trust members can enjoy this winning combination during a Beer Hike at Chapman Mountain! Enjoy a hike through the shady forest of Chapman Mountain along Bulldog Trail. We'll begin from the trailhead on […]
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 […]
Presented in partnership with Laramie Aközbek of the Alabama Nature Journal Club Have you ever wanted to document the natural world around you in a beautiful and memorable way? Keeping a nature journal is a time-honored tradition among naturalists and is an incredible way to sharpen your observation, improve your memory, and deepen your curiosity […]
Spend some time with the Land Trust at Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve with an afternoon of fun, educational opportunities for all ages! Explore the outdoor world with a variety of activities, including the opportunity to learn about birds of prey, foraging, mountain biking, geology, and trees. You can walk the trails and learn from the […]
Presented in partnership with Sara Johnson of the North American Land Trust Naturalists seem to have an innate skill for knowing the natural world around them, but like any skill, it is learned, and often honed over years of attention to detail and repeated examination. Many people function in the world with nature as a static […]
(Moderate / Around 2 hours / About 2 miles) Join naturalist Matt Shaw for a look at the early winter ecosystems of the Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve. This hike will start at the pavilion and cover parts of the Moonshine, Terry, and Whole Planet trails, making for a relatively easy walk. Plan to stop, look, […]
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 […]
(Moderate / probably a bit more than 2 hours / 3 miles) Come join us at Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve as we hike the “high trails” of the preserve. This hike will give us the opportunity to get out and see the upper elevations of the preserve during this quiet time of the winter season. […]
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 […]
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 […]
