(Moderate/Around 1.5 hours/ About 2 miles) Join us on a climb up the north side of Monte Sano on a crisp autumn morning! One of hike leader Naomi Flanagan's favorite trails is Oak Park, which you'll follow until you get to the northern fork of the Buzzard's Roost Trail, which features a small waterfall at […]
Regrettably, we've had to cancel this program. Please watch for it again in the spring! Does your child have a flair for the dramatic? Do they also love scrambling over rocks and building forts in the woods? Land Trust of North Alabama is pleased to offer a three-part outdoor theatre workshop at Monte Sano Nature […]
Join Land Trust of North Alabama at the Alabama Science Festival celebrating it's 5th and BIGGEST STEAMfest at the hottest spot in town: THE ORION AMPHITHEATER. A fun and incredible experience for all ages. The Alabama Science Festival seeks to inspire future STEAM enthusiasts for generations to come. Learn More
(Moderate / Around 1.5 hours / 2 miles) Come for a hike on Land Trust's newest official trail--the Rainbolt Trail at Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve. Beginning at the Kensington Drive Trailhead, follow this beautifully built trail up to the Rainbow Mountain Loop, where you'll turn north and head to Balance Rock Trail, observing several of […]
(Moderate / 2 hours / Around 3 miles) The view from Devil’s Racetrack Trail is not one to be missed, especially with much of the view cleared by leaf-fall! If you haven’t seen it yet, join us for a hike up the Devil’s Racetrack Trail. We’ll start at the Spragins Hollow Trailhead, and stay on […]
Enjoy an afternoon of fun, educational activities for all ages! Explore the outdoor world with a variety of activities, including the opportunity to learn about birds of prey, foraging, geology, and trees. You can walk the trails and visit the Terry Education Pavilion to learn from the several naturalists and education partners we’ll have on […]
Bring a snack and a sketchpad/nature journal (optional) and join us for a monthly Homeschool Teen Hike! Led by Land Trust hike leader Bri Cobert, this will be a casual walk. The group will stop during the hike to sketch, take pictures, or just appreciate the scenery – don’t expect a fast pace the whole […]
Regrettably, we've had to cancel this program. Please watch for it again in the spring! Does your child have a flair for the dramatic? Do they also love scrambling over rocks and building forts in the woods? Land Trust of North Alabama is pleased to offer a three-part outdoor theatre workshop at Monte Sano Nature […]
(Moderate / 1.5 to 2 hours / 1.5 miles) Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, “hidden” just a short distance from downtown Madison, is a favorite hiking destination for folks in the area looking to get on the trail while staying close to home. Participants during this hike will travel along one of the most popular trails […]
Hosted in partnership with Alabama Audubon Join Program Coordinator Andrew Lydeard and Alabama Audubon for a Birder’s Open House this November at Land Trust of North Alabama’s Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve. Land Trust Education Director Tim Gels will enlighten guests about the history of the property and answer questions about how the Land Trust secures […]
(Easy / Around 1 hour / 1.2 miles) How much can you learn about nature in a North Alabama autumn when the leaves are fallen and animals are bedding down for the winter? A lot more than you'd think! Break up your week with a hike on the beautiful Wildflower Trail with one of Land […]
Unfortunately, this month's event has been canceled. Please see the dates for our spring-season events below. 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 […]
