Historian John Stanton will share the story of the Trail of Tears, the federal government's forced relocation of Native Americans between 1830 and 1850, as the sun sets at the Overlook at Blevins Gap Trailhead. Blevins Gap Nature Preserve is located along the trail's path through North Alabama. This presentation will take place from 6-7 […]
As Huntsville grows, City leaders are focused on long-term successful gains for people who live, work and play in the community. This includes a watchful eye on Huntsville’s natural and built environment. Mayor Tommy Battle recently asked area leaders with interest and expertise in this area to form a committee and examine contributing factors to […]
When: October 18 from 9 AM until around 2:30 PM Cost: $15 Land Trust of North Alabama in partnership with the Alabama Forestry Foundation and the Mountain Lakes Chapter (Alabama Division) of the Society of American Foresters will present a workshop for K-8 educators in North Alabama. Public, private, and homeschool educators are welcome! This […]
Help share the Land Trust with our community! We've been invited to showcase the Land Trust of North Alabama as a part of the 60th anniversary of Cummings Research Park celebration. Sign up to distribute information, answer questions, and share our mission. Please complete a separate registration for each individual participating. Guardians may sign up […]
Families with young children (ages 18 months to 5 years) can become Forest Friends through this 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 engages both adults and children as we make […]
Stop by the Overlook at Blevins Gap Trailhead to watch the sunset and learn more about the view below. Land Trust volunteer John Stanton will be on-site to help identify points of interest visible from that location and provide interesting insight. Sunset will take place around 6:00 PM. No registration is required for this informal […]
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 […]
Join us for a photographic journey through a year in North Alabama's natural areas from the eyes of a newcomer. Botanist Sara Johnson will share the places and plants that make Alabama unique, including many Land Trust of North Alabama preserves she has explored in her first year in the South. From bat caves to […]
Stop by the Overlook at Blevins Gap Trailhead to watch the sunset and learn more about the view below. Land Trust volunteer John Stanton will be on-site to help identify points of interest visible from that location and provide interesting insight. Sunset will take place around 4:30 PM. No registration is required for this informal […]
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 […]
Viewing Bird Migration Up Close: The Chapman Mountain Bird Blind presented by Herb Lewis Herb Lewis, backyard wildlife and habitat enthusiast, will describe the basics of bird migration and how offering safe water provides close viewing of birds often difficult to see. He will describe the design and implementation of the Bird Blind & Habitat […]
Stop by the Overlook at Blevins Gap Trailhead to watch the sunset and learn more about the view below. Land Trust volunteer John Stanton will be on-site to help identify points of interest visible from that location and provide interesting insight. Sunset will take place around 4:30 PM. No registration is required for this informal […]