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Forest Friends

Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East, Huntsville, AL, United States

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 […]

Free

Tuesdays on the Trail: Trees – More than just Really Big Plants

Explore Our Lands

Trees are some of the biggest – and most important – living things on Earth.  During this Tuesday on the Trail, participants will learn what trees are and how they fill their role in the forest ecosystem.  In addition, participants will have the opportunity to complete a simple art project. Cost: FREE but only available […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Exploring Hickory Cove Nature Preserve

Hickory Cove Nature Preserve 1500 Trailhead Main St, Huntsville, Alabama

Hickory Cove Nature Preserve, Land Trust of North Alabama’s newest nature preserve, sits on more than 140 acres of the mountains to the east of Huntsville.  During this Tuesday on the Trail, participants will explore nearly 2 miles of hillside trail, passing both natural and manmade points of interest.  This isn’t a difficult hike, but […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Rainbow Mountain’s Rock Gardens and Beaches

Family Activities

Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, located near the heart of Madison, is the site of our last Tuesdays on the Trail event of the year.  This walk will be an “out and back” trip, sticking to the ridgeline of the mountain. We’ll walk past Balance Rock, explore an ancient beach, and spend some time climbing around […]

Foraging Hike at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve

Bethel Spring Nature Preserve 2641 Cherry Tree Road, Gurley, AL, United States

Foraging Hike at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve Saturday, August 12 at 8 AM (Moderate / Around 2 hours / Up to about 2 miles) It’s time for a summer-season foraging wander around Bethel Spring Nature Preserve! Casey Lanier will lead participants around the preserve as you search out the season’s forageables. While the exact route […]

Forest Friends

Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East, Huntsville, AL, United States

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 […]

Free

Summer Tree ID Workshop

Explore Our Lands

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 […]

Forest Friends

Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East, Huntsville, AL, United States

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 […]

Free

Garden Care at Blevins Gap

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead) 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

Where else can you help tend a pollinator garden with the most beautiful view in the city? Grab your gardening tools (hand trowels, hand trimmers, weddings tools, an hoe and gloves) and join us at the Blevins Gap pollinator garden. You may need garden gloves and a utility knife. If it’s been dry, gallon jugs […]

Garden Care at Blevins Gap

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead) 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE, Huntsville, AL, United States

Where else can you help tend a pollinator garden with the most beautiful view in the city? Grab your gardening tools (hand trowels, hand trimmers, weddings tools, an hoe and gloves) and join us at the Blevins Gap pollinator garden. You may need garden gloves and a utility knife. If it’s been dry, gallon jugs […]

NATR Fest 2023

*KIDS-ONLY* Tim Talk on Rainbow Mountain

The 2023 North Alabama Trails & Recreation Festival (NATR Fest) brings all things outdoor recreation in North Alabama to you during a fun-filled, family friendly event! For just $5 per adult and free for ages 12 and below, enjoy an exciting day in the sun. A large variety of outdoor recreation exhibitors Outdoor activities including […]