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Member-only Fall Fungi and Plant ID Hike

Family Activities

(Moderate / 1.5 hours / around 2 miles) Join naturalist Matt Shaw on an excursion around the Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve. The exact route will be set the day of the hike, but expect to stop often and discuss the autumn plants and fungi found in the area. This is an interesting time as much […]

Members-only Owl Prowl at Monte Sano

Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead) 2442 Bankhead Parkway, Huntsville, AL, United States

(Moderate / Up to 1.5 hours of hiking / About 2 miles) Owls are one of the most fascinating creatures in the forest (according to us, anyway), and this hike exclusively available for Land Trust members is an opportunity to learn a bit more about them as well as go out and listen for them. […]

Members-only Wildflower Wander at Matthews Nature Preserve

Matthews Nature Preserve (Closed Property) Toney, AL, United States

(Moderate / 2 hours / Around 2 miles) Join us for a Members-only Wildflower Wander at Matthews Nature Preserve, a conservation property with limited public access. You will enjoy a relaxed pace stroll with frequent stops to identify and discuss the many spring wildflowers newly in bloom along the trail. Hike Leader: Rachel Young Location: […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Nature Journaling at Rainbow Mountain

Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve 230 Stoneway Trail, Madison, AL, United States

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Come explore the wilds of Rainbow Mountain! We will map our way, search for sneaky species, and sketch what we find. Paper and pencil will be provided—or bring your own journal or clipboard. Cost: […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Watersheds and Agriculture

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

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Join us out at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve to explore the nature of watersheds and agriculture. Bethel Springs trailhead offers examples of three distinct areas within a short hike:  an agricultural field, a hardwood […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Early Birds at Chapman Mountain

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

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: The early bird gets the worm, so set your alarm and hear some happy birds! Come out to Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve for a Tuesday on the Trail that will reward you with beautiful […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Gamer Hike at Blevins Gap

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead) 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive, Huntsville, AL, United States

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Some of the most popular games today, like Fortnight, Minecraft, and Roblox, take their inspiration from nature. On this hike, we’ll explore the open world map around us- in real life. By looking for […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Herpetology

Matthews Nature Preserve (Closed Property) Toney, AL, United States

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Search with herpetology expert Andrew Cantrell for the snakes and lizards native to Madison County. Take a special opportunity to spend time hiking at a Land Trust property that is closed to public access. […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Butterflies and Other Pollinators

Harvest Square Nature Preserve 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard, Harvest, AL, United States

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Explore the world of graceful and dainty native butterflies on this easy-for-kids, no-elevation gain, hike with the Land Trust of North Alabama at our Harvest Square Preserve. This family-friendly walk around the Preserve on […]

Tuesdays on the Trail: Reptiles and Amphibians

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

Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Join reptile enthusiast and rescuer Beth Girard at the Chapman Mountain pavilion to see a few scaly friends up close. Discuss the many differing adaptations among lizards, snakes, turtles, tortoises, and other herps that […]