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Scale Back with Alabama State Parks!
Alabama State Parks has partnered with Scale Back Alabama to offer three free weekends to Scale Back participants during the 10-week contest. Entrance and parking fees at all 22 Alabama State Parks will be waived for Scale Back Alabama participants on February 20-21, March 20-21, and April 3-4. To qualify for free admission and parking, participants must show either a printed confirmation email or yellow weigh-in card at the park gate.
Scale Back Packages
“Waist Away” in Lake Guntersville State Park $95 per day, based on double occupancy Valid Sunday - Thursday nights, Now - April 2010.
Healthy Options Weekends at Joe Wheeler — Dinner, Room and Breakfast for $83.75 plus tax-Weekends in March.
Scale Back Events at Oak Mountain — Hikes, healthy menus, and discounts on golf, camping and boat rentals-Selected weekends.
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Alabama State Parks Are Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day
On March 17, 18, and 19, come to Oak Mountain State Park to find Lucky’s Pot o’ Gold. When you find it, come to the Park Office to let them know its location. If you are the first person that day to say where it is, you are a winner. Three prizes are available...one night of camping, one night in a cabin, or one round of golf.
On Wednesday, March 17 at 10 a.m., Oak Mountain State Park’s Naturalist Emily Cohen will be presenting a program on the Legend of St. Patrick and having special St. Patrick’s Day crafts at the B-side Pavilion in the campground. Email oakmountain.naturalist@dcnr.alabama.gov or call (205) 620-2520.
Cheaha State Park is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all week long! On March 12-13, a special rate of $40 will get you a room for two. Wear green at check-in and receive a free bottle of sparkling cider. Stay at Cheaha State Park Sunday, March 15 - Wednesday, March 17 and get 50 percent off lodging! Green beer and Irish food served in the restaurant. Find the hidden pot of gold and win a free weekend! The guest renting the 25th room on March 17 will win a free night’s stay on their next visit.
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Joe Wheeler Provides River Setting for Weddings
This is the first in a series highlighting wedding locations in Alabama State Parks.
Many state parks offer venues for weddings that are attractive in both beauty and price. Joe Wheeler State Park Resort is the perfect setting for a northwest Alabama wedding. It provides great views of the Tennessee River and amenities like golf and catering. Twenty-six guest rooms are under renovation and will be ready by spring. Lodging options in addition to the hotel include cabins and cottages.
The River Room is perfect for a wedding or reception. If it’s a winter wedding, no need to worry about the cold! The rock, wood burning fireplace will warm every bride and groom’s heart and is a photographer’s dream.
In the spring, summer and fall, the patio overlooking the lake and marina is a very popular place for wedding ceremonies and makes for breathtaking photographs for years of memories. If the bride would like to have the wedding and reception inside, the Convention Center, which is approximately 4,800 square feet, is a good choice. It also is equipped with a portable dance floor and pull-down screen. The Convention Center can accommodate up to 300 for a reception or can be divided to provide the wedding on one side and reception on the other side for 150-175 people, depending on the setup.
For an unforgettable stress-free wedding, you and your guests will always remember call or email Sales Manager Felicia Turner: 256-247-5461; Felicia.Turner@dcnr.Alabama.gov.
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| FEBRUARY |
| 2/20 |
Desoto Park Waterfall Tour – Enjoy a fun day of hiking thoughtout the park to see some of DeSoto’s waterfalls. Moderate terrain. |
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| MARCH |
| 3/13 |
Camp Partlow Trail and Road Duathlon Race, Lake Lurleen State Park – 2-mile run, transitioning into a 20 mile road bike race, and ending with a reverse 2-mile run through the park. Registration fee required for participants. Call 205-553-4550 for registration information. |
| 3/18 |
Oak Mountain State Park - Things that Go Bump in the Night - Meet at the B-side pavilion in the campground. Bring a flashlight for a hike. |
| 3/20 |
Trillium Count Hike at Lake Guntersville – Meet at the Country Store near the Main Campground at 2 p.m. and help the park naturalist count and record these unique plants.
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| APRIL |
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| ONGOING |
| Oak Mountain - Audubon Teaches Nature 2009 – 2010 Series at the Alabama Wildlife Center |
| Oak Mountain Natural Hikes - On selected weekends with Oak Mountain Naturalist Emily Cohen. |
| Lake Guntersville Guided Nature Hikes - every Saturday morning at 9 a.m. with park naturalist Patti Donnellan. |
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FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF EVENTS CLICK HERE>>>
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Did you know?
Camper Storage Did you know that you can store your RV when it’s not in use at an Alabama State Park? Eliminate the need to pull your camper to the park by having it already on site! Rates and availability vary by park. The following parks have RV storage.
Chewacla, DeSoto, Lake Lurleen, Lakepoint, Oak Mountain, Wind Creek
Going fishing in an Alabama State Park? Don’t forget to purchase your fishing license. Buy conveniently online before you go. Check out all the great fishing places at parks by visiting http://www.alapark.com/Fishing
State Parks Gift Cards Make Great Gifts!
For the person who has everything, why not give them a trip to one of Alabama’s state parks? You can purchase a gift card for any amount and it can be redeemed for most services including lodging, food, recreational activities and more. Learn More >>>
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