Alapark Events

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Measuring Earth's Rotation: Ancient Techniques to Modern Science
When: 05/21/2025 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join us for a fascinating discussion on how ancient astronomers unraveled the mysteries of Earth's motions.

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Diversity Deep Dive
When: 05/22/2025 at 01:30 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Take a guided hike down Karst Trail on the International Day for Biological Diversity!

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Angler Academy
When: 05/22/2025 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.

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Our Marvelous Moon
When: 05/22/2025 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join our local astronomer as he shares this educational program that explores the mysteries of our Moon.

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Radical Raptors at the Learning Campus
When: 05/22/2025 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Learning Campus

Join us for an interactive experience with our birds of prey!

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Wheeler Lake and Forest School
When: 05/22/2025 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Join Park Naturalist, Jennings Earnest, for this week's Wheeler Lake & Forest School

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Angler Academy
When: 05/22/2025 at 07:00 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.

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Creekside Birding Walk
When: 05/22/2025 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: ORV Trail West (Old Primitive Road)

Join the Naturalist on a creekside walk to look for birds! Fees may apply.

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Shell-Dwellers of Alabama
When: 05/22/2025 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3

Discover the world of Alabama’s turtles!

Fees may apply.

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Campfire Cooking
When: 05/23/2025 at 06:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Activities Building

Learn campfire cooking: build a fire, use cooking tools, and make tasty treats like a pro under the stars!

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Scavenger Hunt
When: 05/23/2025 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Get your list of items from the Interpretive Center and go on a self-guided tour around the mountain finding everything!

Fees may apply.

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Turtle Time
When: 05/23/2025 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Meet Pirate the box turtle, discover some cool adaptions turtles hide beneath their shells and enjoy some crafts!

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Nature Trivia Night!
When: 05/23/2025 at 05:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Clubhouse

Do you know a lot about nature? Show us what you got!

Fees may apply.

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Guided Pier Walk
When: 05/23/2025 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!

Fees may apply.

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Friday Birdwatching : Kid's Birding Hike
When: 05/23/2025 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center Porch

Come birding with us!

Fees may apply.