All Land Trust Members are invited to celebrate recent successes and learn about current projects. Enjoy refreshments and mingle at Chapman Mountain with Land Trust staff and board. We’ll be available to answer questions and would love to hear from you! Please RSVP by April 24 to 256-534-5263 or questions@landtrustnal.org. Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve will […]
(Moderate / Around 1.5 hours / Around 2 miles) Join us for a members-only hike on our newest property and tenth public nature preserve officially opening in June! Led by our Development Director, Hallie Porter, this hike will explore Legacy Loop Trail, which wanders through much of the property. You’ll enjoy some spring wildflowers, new […]
(Easy / Around 1.5 hours / Less than 2 miles) Explore the incredible world of wild plants with Jesse Akozbek of Feral Foraging as your expert guide! Join us for a unique and educational plant walk that will unveil the rich biodiversity and traditional uses of North Alabama's flora. This walk will take place at […]
(Moderate / Around 1.5 hours / Around 2 miles) Join us for a members-only hike on our newest property and tenth public nature preserve officially opening in June! Led by our Education Director, Tim Gels, this hike will explore Legacy Loop Trail, which wanders through much of the property. You’ll enjoy some spring wildflowers, new […]
Treat yourself as you begin the day with sunrise yoga and meditation overlooking Blevins Gap! The amazing Maria Brito will lead you on a journey of relaxation and awakening as you prepare your mind and body for the week ahead. Maria is known for guiding through a self-healing journey by empowering you with powerful tools […]
Did you know that many insects start their lives in the water? It’s true! While in their larval stage, many insects make their homes in streams, ponds, and lakes. During this Tuesday on the Trail, we’ll be learning about these critters, also known as macroinvertebrates. Naturalist Lynne Weninegar will lead our exploration of Fagan Creek […]
Land Trust members can enjoy an exclusive night of music at Three Caves this summer featuring Little and the Giants. Not a member? Join today or add a membership to your ticket order. All proceeds benefit Land Trust of North Alabama’s mission to preserve our area’s scenic, historic and ecological resources through conservation, advocacy, recreation and education. […]
How are owls able to hunt at night? Just how do hawks spot their prey from over a mile away? Can a kestrel really hover in the air? Birds of prey are remarkably equipped to find, hunt, and capture their prey. During this Tuesday on the Trail, participants will learn about the adaptations that make […]
Walking through the woods with a skilled and knowledgeable naturalist is a fantastic experience. During this Tuesday on the Trail, naturalist Randy Crouse will help participants learn about plants and animals the group sees along the trails of the Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. This is an opportunity not to be missed! Cost: FREE but only […]
The living organisms we’ll be learning about during this Tuesday on the Trail are neither plants nor animals – they’re fungi! Some of them we know by a more common name: Mushrooms. This event will be led by education committee member Jesse Akozbek of Feral Forging, a local organization dedicated to teaching people about the […]
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 […]
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 […]