Land Trust members are invited to attend a spring stargazing party at the pollinator garden at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. As we approach the equinox, Land Trust member and volunteer Ed Faits will show participants the unique opportunity that Blevins has to offer in tracking the movement of the sunset over the course of the […]
(Moderate / Around 3 hours / 2 miles or so) Spring is (almost!) here, and with it are a host of newly emerged plants for you to learn about. Forager Casey Lanier has led outings at Bethel Spring during other times of the year, and it will be interesting to get his take on the […]
Families with elementary aged children are invited to attend these 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 at Harvest Square Nature Preserve through exploration of the sights and sounds of nature. We […]
(Moderate / 2-2.5 hours / ~2.5 miles) Are you ready for a hike over the Rainbow? Please join members of Madison Greenways and Trails for a hike covering several of Rainbow Mountain's newer and newly reworked trails. This hike will begin at the new Kensington Drive trailhead, follow Rainbolt Trail to Wild Trail, then down […]
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 in partnership with the Madison Public Library presents naturalist and environmental educator Soozi Pline for our March Speaker Series program. Soozi and her husband Dan, while naturalizing their five-acre property in Limestone County, have created riparian buffer zones to mitigate the impact of agricultural runoff flowing through their property. These […]
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 […]
(Moderate / Around 3 hours / Just under 4 miles) The view from the top of the Devils Racetrack trail is not one to be missed! If you haven’t seen it yet (and even if you have), join us for a hike on Wade Mountain. We’ll start at the Spragins Hollow Trailhead, and take the […]
Families with elementary aged children are invited to attend these 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 at Harvest Square Nature Preserve through exploration of the sights and sounds of nature. We […]
For our first Senior Saunter, please join us at the Wildflower Trail to see the beauties of early spring! Participants should not expect to hike more than one mile during these events; however, please remember that most Land Trust trails are dirt, contain loose rocks and roots, and can be uneven in many places. Participants […]
