Alapark Events

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The Fabric of Time: Exploring Events, Age, and Space
When: 01/13/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join us for a thought-provoking program to explore relationship between space-time, events, and the concept of age!

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Race to the Moon – From Apollo to Artemis
When: 01/14/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join us to learn about how space travel has changed from the 1960's to now!

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History of Gulf Pirates
When: 01/15/2026 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Come to the Nature Center to hear exciting tales of the local pirates who traversed the Gulf of Mexico!

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SPSOA Deer Management Hunt-Frank Jackson
Multiple dates and times available.

State Park Special Opportunity Area Urban Deer Management Program Hunt

Fees may apply.

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Reptiles of the Coast
When: 01/15/2026 at 10:30 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3

Come meet and learn about some native reptiles with us!

Fees may apply.

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Pine Needle Basketry Course 1/16
When: 01/16/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Learn the basic Skills and Techniques it takes to make a beautiful basket!

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Guided Walk at Lake Shelby
When: 01/16/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby Picnic Area

Join our naturalist on a guided walk across Lake Shelby!

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Archery Adventure
When: 01/16/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center

Learn archery basics in a safe, fun setting while building outdoor skills and confidence.

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Bingo at the Clubhouse!
When: 01/16/2026 at 05:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Clubhouse

Come on down to the Clubhouse and play bingo with us!

Fees may apply.

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Park After Dark: Stargazing
When: 01/16/2026 at 05:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lodge

Join us on a cosmic adventure in the Park After Dark!

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New Year's Resolution Hike
When: 01/17/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: First Parking Loop at Beach Pavilion

Was your New Year’s Resolution to exercise and spend more time outside? If so, come join us on a hike! All ages welcome!

Fees may apply.

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Shoreline Eagle Watch
When: 01/17/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom

Bring your binoculars and join the Naturalist on a shoreline walk to look for eagles and other birds! Fees may apply.

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Bartram's Winter Woods: Winter Tree ID Hike
When: 01/17/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: South Sauty Trailhead (34.47611N, 86.05525W)

Grab your field journal and embark on a winter tree ID hike with the Naturalist! Fees may apply.

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Paint and Sip
When: 01/17/2026 at 06:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge

Join us for a paint and sip at Lakepoint State Park, where you can grab a drink and get creative.

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Trees in Winter
When: 01/17/2026 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Discover how trees adapt to the challenges of the season

Fees may apply.