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 […]
Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, located near the heart of Madison, is the site of our last Tuesdays on the Trail event of the year. This walk will be an “out and back” trip, sticking to the ridgeline of the mountain. We’ll walk past Balance Rock, explore an ancient beach, and spend some time climbing around […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Head outdoors on Tuesdays in June and July to discover our area’s unique biodiversity protected by Land Trust preserves! The Expedition: Come search for insects and other little critters in the forest and in the water, then investigate your finds. Wear shoes that can get wet (but are enclosed to protect your toes)! We’ll provide […]
