You can explore Huntsville history by examining remnants from the past at the Land Trust of North Alabama’s Green Mountain Nature Preserve. This 3 mile guided hike and archaeological discovery will be led by Archaeologist Ben Hoksbergen. (3 hours / Easy to Moderate / 3 miles) Location: Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Alum Hollow Trailhead) – 13800 South Shawdee […]
Come experience a calm, meditative practice that consists of a slow, gentle and intentional walk through the trees and the forest atmosphere, stopping along the way for guided practices that include engaging our five basic senses, including the gentlest of stretches and movement. Afterward, a casual tea "ceremony" to complete our "forest bath". Led by […]
Explore nearly all of Green Mountain Nature Preserve including the over 3 miles of recently added trails with Land Trust Board Member Mike Dalen. This hike is rated difficult due to steep elevation changes and rocky trails, but the sights and features you’ll discover along the way are worth it! (3 hours / Difficult /5 […]
Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves. This summer, local experts will lead children on explorations of topics including archaeology, water ecology, animal tracks, tree identification, and more! Cost: FREE but only available for Land Trust members. Not a Land Trust Member? Join today! Reservations: Reservations […]
Sunday, November 10 at 2 PM Meditative Hike with Maria Brito 2 hours / Moderate / 3 miles *Registration has closed - this hike is full* Science has shown that time spent in nature provides invaluable benefits for the body and mind. Join hike leader and yoga instructor Mario Brito as she guides you […]
***Reservation required*** 2 hours / Easy to Moderate / 1.75 miles Few things pair well together like beer and hiking. Join us out on Alum Hollow Trail along with the brewers from one of Huntsville's newest breweries - Fractal Brewing Project. As we hike, we'll sample a few beers and learn about the creation of […]
(2.5 hours / Moderate / 2.5 miles) This hike is for the dogs! Take an adoptable dog on a test-hike as we partner with A New Leash on Life and get some deserving dogs out on the trails. Rescue enthusiast Nancy Wolfe will be your guide as we make our way to Alum Hollow’s beautiful […]
(3 hours / Difficult / 6 miles) Dive deep into Alum Hollow on South Green Mountain. Land Trust Board Member Mike Dalen will start out on top and hike down Talus Trail to the valley floor, exploring several nooks and crannies on the way back out. Bring water & snacks. Location: Green Mountain Nature Preserve […]
Help build a new trail! When complete, Gibson Trail will add a little over a half mile, connecting Ranger and Talus Trails. This trail was named for volunteer Phill Gibson, who has dedicated countless hours to trail development and maintenance projects on Green Mountain. No experience required – we will provide all the tools and […]
Women’s Outdoor Safety Hike (2 hours / Easy to Moderate / 2.2 miles) Everyone benefits from being in nature, but sometimes fear of the unknown or need for community keeps women from exploring the outdoors. Join naturalist and wilderness skills guide Kate Gribbin to learn the basic safety information all women should know when hitting the trails. All levels […]
Deep into Alum Hollow Saturday, May 1 at 9 AM (3 hours / Difficult / 6 miles) Dive deep into Alum Hollow on South Green Mountain. Land Trust Board Member Mike Dalen will start out on top and hike down Talus Trail to the valley floor, exploring several nooks and crannies on the way back […]
Celebrate National Trails Day by volunteering with trail care! With over 70 miles of trails to maintain, we can always use some extra hands! No experience required. Bug spray, sunscreen, and water recommended. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Meeting Location: Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Alum Hollow Trailhead): 13800 S Shawdee Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803 […]