(6.5 hours / Difficult / 8 miles) The Paint Rock Valley is always stunning. Join us on a hike into the Walls of Jericho, where the clear headwaters of the biologically-significant Paint Rock River begin. Bring 2 liters of water, lunch, and snacks. Rated difficult due to uneven terrain & steep hill climb at the […]
(1 mile/ Easy / 2 hours) Photographers of all levels will head out on a freshly bloomed Wildflower Trail with professional photographer Cristina Byrne to learn the ins and outs of photographing wildlife. Wildflowers will be the main subject for the day and all skill levels and cameras (including smart phones) are welcome. Location: Monte […]
(7 hours / Difficult / 9 miles) Five bluff overlooks, lake-edge scenic views, ospreys and eagles, and challenging terrain make this one of the best hikes in North Alabama. Join Land Trust Board Member Mike Dalen for a full-day hike along Lake Guntersville. Cars will be parked at the campground and we'll shuttle back to […]
(1.5 hours / Moderate to Difficult / 1.5 mile) Wild plants and fungi have long been sought out for their medicinal and culinary benefits. Join local forager, Jesse Akozbek, to learn more about useful plants and mushrooms that can be found in the wild during spring. All skill levels are welcome! Kids are free to […]
(2 hours / Easy / 1.5 miles) We are on the hunt for amphibians and reptiles (aka herps) out at Matthews Nature Preserve. Biologist Andrew Cantrell will teach us where to look and how to handle and identify snakes, salamanders, and more. Get the chance to enjoy this beautiful conservation property (not open to the […]
(3 hours / Easy / 3+ miles) Explore this addition to Huntsville's greenway system along the Tennessee River. We'll start at Ditto Landing, cross Aldridge Creek, trek under the Whitesburg Bridges, and follow the river all the way to Redstone Arsenal. Location: Ditto Landing Picnic Pavilion - 293 Ditto Landing Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803 […]
(3 hours / difficult due to elevation change/ 4 miles) Hit the trail with naturalist and STEM Coach Tim Gels to discover the incredible wildlife atop Blevins Gap. We'll make our way to the overlook and enjoy the beautiful view of Huntsville before returning to the trailhead. Location: Blevins Gap Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead) – […]
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 - […]