Alapark Events

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Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 05/24/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby

Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Junior Ranger Scavenger Hunt and Plant ID
When: 05/24/2026 at 03:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center

Join us as we find natural items on our scavenger hunt list and will learn how to identify the plants.

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Riddle Race
When: 05/24/2026 at 01:30 PM
Meeting Place: Gift Shop Patio

Challenge yourself or the whole family to a riddle race as you walk along red trail solving riddles!

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Seine Net Experience
When: 05/24/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lake Shelby Picnic Pavilion

Learn how to use a seine net in our brackish water lakes, you never know what we might discover!

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CANCELLED Due to Weather - Junior Ranger Guided Hike
When: 05/24/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom

Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to be a Junior Ranger and go on a guided hike! Fees may apply.

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Guided Beach Walk - Beach Pavilion
When: 05/25/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion

Meet our Naturalist at the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion for a guided Beach Walk!

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Snake Encounters
When: 05/25/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Visit the Nature Center to learn all about our native snakes!

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Junior Rangers Around the Campfire 5/25/26
When: 05/25/2026 at 07:00 PM
Meeting Place: Primitive Site 1 (the Boy-Scout Field)

Become a Junior Ranger and join us by the campfire for s'mores and plenty of fun!

Fees may apply.

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Scales & Tails
When: 05/25/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

MEET LIVE ANIMALS!

Fees may apply.

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Angler Academy May 26, 6pm
When: 05/26/2026 at 06:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table

Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! From gear and knots to casting and catching, you

Fees may apply.

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Constellations
When: 05/26/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Find your way through the night sky by learning how to locate constellations!

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Guided Pier Walk
When: 05/26/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier

Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!

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Junior Rangers - Beach Explorers
When: 05/27/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.

Grab your junior ranger and join us for a beach walk!

Fees may apply.

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In Bartram’s Wake: A Naturalist’s Paddle
When: 05/28/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.

Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature as we paddle upstream on the ‘coke bottle clear’ waters

Fees may apply.

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Angler Academy May 28, 9:30am
When: 05/28/2026 at 09:30 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Pier Tackle Shop at Picnic Table

Learn the basics of saltwater fishing at Gulf State Park’s pier! From gear and knots to casting and catching, you

Fees may apply.