Alapark Events

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Our Marvelous Moon
When: 08/28/2025 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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Turtle Thursdays!
When: 08/28/2025 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

TOTALLY AWESOME TURTLES!

Fees may apply.

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Guided Pier Walk
When: 08/28/2025 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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Wheeler Lake and Forest School
When: 08/28/2025 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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On the Water Fridays- Kayaking
When: 08/29/2025 at 04:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

On the Water Fridays- Kayaking

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Art in the Park
When: 08/29/2025 at 03:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Activities Building

Join us for an exciting hour of creativity and fun at our Art in the Park program, designed for kids age 5-12!

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Campfire Cooking
When: 08/29/2025 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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Nature Nook
When: 08/29/2025 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outside Mountain Store

Join us at the Mountain Store to ask our Interpretive Team questions about the park!

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Hernando’s Adventure Storytime Hike
When: 08/29/2025 at 04:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.

Join DeSoto State Park staff on a hike along the Azalea Cascade Interpretive Trail

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Wild Wonders: Friday Birdwatching
When: 08/29/2025 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Bald Rock Boardwalk Trailhead

Go birding with us!

Fees may apply.

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Nature’s Harmony: Exploring the Relationship Between Plants & Insects
When: 08/29/2025 at 08:00 PM

Learn how these small creatures contribute to plant health, while plants offer crucial resources in return.

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Reptile Romp
When: 08/30/2025 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Come hang out while we give our reptiles outside enrichment!

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Expedition Saturdays at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/30/2025 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park CCC Trail Head

Joe Wheeler State Park Expedition Saturdays

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Step Smart: Hiking 101
When: 08/30/2025 at 08:30 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom

Join the Naturalist at the Outdoor Classroom to learn the basics of hiking and Leaving No Trace! Fees may apply.

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Sunset Paddle
When: 08/30/2025 at 06:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Town Creek Fishing Center

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

Fees may apply.