Alapark Events
Park: Bucks Pocket
Morgan's Cove Guided Paddle
When: 08/29/2026 at 08:00 AMMeeting Place: Morgans Cove
Embark on a guided kayaking adventure! Boats are NOT provided. Fees may apply.
Park: DeSoto
August Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 08/29/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Plant ID Hike
When: 08/29/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Drop by to learn how to identify the plants along our Discovery Trail.
Park: Lakepoint
Paint and Sip
When: 08/29/2026 at 05:00 PMMultiple 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.
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Build a Birdfeeder
When: 08/29/2026 at 02:15 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Craft a Birdfeeder with recycled materials and learn some tricks to keep squirrels away too!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Alabama Through the Ages: Jurassic
When: 08/30/2026 at 10:30 AMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Learn about what life was like in Alabama during the Jurassic!
Park: Chewacla
Volcanoes and the Earth's Surface - Chewacla Nature School
When: 09/02/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Make a volcano at Chewacla while we learn about the science behind the Earth’s surface and volcanoes!
Park: DeSoto
September Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 09/03/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Stargazing
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Junior Rangers head outside for a magical night of stargazing and sky exploring fun.
Park: DeSoto
Fierce Flyers: The World of Loggerhead Shrikes
When: 09/04/2026 at 08:00 PMJoin guest naturalist Michelle Reynolds to discover the fascinating world of the Loggerhead Shrike.
Park: Chewacla
Lunar Lemonade Evening Hike
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Beat the heat with a cool cup of lemonade as we hike our trails together in the evening!
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Stargazing
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Junior Rangers head outside for a magical night of stargazing and sky exploring fun.
Park: Blue Springs
Mini Terrarium Necklace Making
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Picnic Area by the Springs
Craft your own mini terrarium necklace with us at Blue Springs!
Park: DeSoto
September Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 09/05/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!
Park: Blue Springs
Unplugged Nature Journaling
When: 09/05/2026 at 09:30 AMMeeting Place: Pavilion
Unplug and unwind with us at Blue Springs State Park with Nature Journaling!