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 […]
Bradford Creek Birding Sunday, May 2 at 7 AM (1.5 hours / Easy / 2 miles) Set out on a leisurely hike to see and hear the numerous bird species that travel through Northern Alabama during spring migration. Birding expert Ken Ward will help participants identify the songs, calls, and field marks of a variety […]
(2 hours / Moderate to Difficult / 3 miles) Discover Rainbow Mountain through the eyes of archaeologist Ben Hoksbergen. Wander through the trees and rock formations of this hillside oasis in Madison as you learn about the many archaeological features hidden on this beautiful preserve. Location: Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve - 230 Stoneway Trail, Madison, […]
(2 hours / Easy with slight elevation change / 2 miles) Catch the last of the spring blooms as you celebrate Mom with an afternoon hike and wildflower id along beautiful Fagan Creek led by Butterfly Outdoors' Lead Naturalist Kate Gribbin. Location: Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Cleermont Trailhead) - 506 Cleermont Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 Sign up!
Movement in Nature Saturday, May 15 at 9 AM (1.5 hours / Easy / .25 miles) Designed for ages K-6, Cristina Byrne will lead children on an exploration of movement and nature as we explore self expression and the building of emotional intelligence using inspiration found from items on the trail. Location: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve - […]
(2 hours / Moderate to Difficult / 3 miles) Each month from April through December, the Land Trust will be highlighting a tree on each preserve and teaching you how to identify the species. The challenge is for you to find the tree, give it a hug, and take a picture to share on social […]
Hosted by We Run Huntsville Join this LIVE & "Virtual-ish" 5k hike/run supporting the Land Trust at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve. You can complete the virtual hike all month long. Everyone hikes/runs the same course. Live Guided Hike on May 22nd at 8:30 am. Lots of Prizes. Donate $15 or more and get a race […]
(2 hours / easy to moderate / 2 miles) Join Madison County Schools STEM Coach Tim Gels on an exploratory hike of all things nature! Tim’s expert knowledge will open our eyes to the often overlooked wildlife that thrives at Chapman Mountain. Designed for children ages 6-12, but enjoyable and informative for all ages! Location: […]
(3+ miles / Easy to Moderate / 3 hours) Tour the western side of Chapman Mountain Preserve with veteran hike leader Mike Dalen. We'll start with Bulldog Trail and make our way over towards the Alabama A&M extension. Location: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve - 1263 Hwy 72 E, Huntsville, AL 35811 Sign up!
(2 hours / Easy / .75 miles) Did you know that moths far outnumber butterflies and are much more varied? Join us for an evening hike with entomologists Ken and Rufina Ward as we learn about these fascinating creatures. We’ll take a short night hike to our mothing station where we will collect, identify, and […]
(2 hours / Moderate / 3 miles) Join naturalist Kate Gribbin on an exploration of the numerous tree species along Alum Hollow Trail. Kate will help you learn to identify local native trees, including this month’s #HugaTreeLT highlighted tree of the month: chestnut oak. Location: Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Alum Hollow Trailhead): 13800 S Shawdee Rd SE, Huntsville, AL […]
(2 hours / Easy / 3 miles) Discover the magic of Green Mountain Nature Preserve under a full moon with Land Steward Lori Pence. Ages 14+. Location: Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Alum Hollow Trailhead): 13800 S Shawdee Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803 Registration coming soon!