Alapark Events

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The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/20/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby

The Journey at Joe Wheeler State Park

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August Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 08/20/2026 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.

Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!

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Alligator Encounter
When: 08/21/2026 at 05:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Marina

Join us at the marina to learn all about alligators and safely spot these amazing lake neighbors!

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Chewacla Family Feud
When: 08/21/2026 at 06:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Bring your friends and family to compete in a game of Chewacla Family Feud!

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Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 08/22/2026 at 07:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina

Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour

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Guided Hike: Sauty Creek Trail
When: 08/22/2026 at 07:30 AM
Meeting Place: Sauty Creek Trailhlead

Join the Naturalist on a guided hike along Sauty Creek trail! Fees may apply.

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Sunset Paddle
When: 08/22/2026 at 05:30 PM
Meeting Place: Short Creek Boat Launch

Join the Naturalist for a guided paddle along Short Creek! Fees may apply.

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Campfire Nights at Cathedral 8/22/26
When: 08/22/2026 at 07:00 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Join us by the campfire for a night of fun stories, s'mores and more!

Fees may apply.

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Campfire Talk: American Revolution, the Birth of a Nation
When: 08/22/2026 at 08:00 PM

This interesting talk will shed new light on the story of how our nation was born- and reveal some historical facts.

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Appalachian History
When: 08/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Quilting, mountain music, and more. Learn all about how the people of the Appalachians survived and lived!

Fees may apply.

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Tiny but Mighty Raptors: Small Predators of the Sky
When: 08/22/2026 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Meet tiny but mighty raptors up close!

Fees may apply.

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Junior Rangers Become a Naturalist for a Day!
When: 08/23/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Learn about what working for Alabama State parks is like as you shadow the park naturalist!

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Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/23/2026 at 08:00 AM
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/23/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

Let's go Fishing

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Junior Rangers - Pier Explorers
When: 08/24/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier

Grab your Junior Park Rangers and join us at the pier for an adventure!