Alapark Events
Park: Joe Wheeler
Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 09/05/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina
Experience Fishing Like Never Before!
Park: Wind Creek
The Basics of Birding: Tutorial for New Birders
When: 09/05/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Rookie birders welcome! Join our park naturalist at the Clubhouse to learn basic birding skills.
Park: Oak Mountain
Junior Ranger Guided Program: Respecting Wildlife
When: 09/05/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Meet a wild animal up close and learn how to be a true wildlife protector!
Fees may apply.
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: Gulf
Snakes of Gulf State Park
When: 09/05/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Discover the fascinating world of our native snakes in this engaging educational program!
Park: Blue Springs
Junior Ranger 101
When: 09/05/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3
Interested in learning about how to become a Junior Ranger? Join us to find out how!
Park: Oak Mountain
Monarchs & Milkweed
When: 09/05/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Discover the amazing world of Monarchs and their host plant the Milkweed!
Park: Lake Lurleen
Leaf Pounding 101
When: 09/05/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Nature Center (building on right after main park entrance)
Join us for a crafting program all on leaves!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Junior Ranger Journey: Fishing at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Marina Pavilion
Junior Ranger Journey: Fishing at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Wind Creek
Wind Creek Nature Lab: Water Bugs!
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Learn about macroinvertebrates living in the waterways around Wind Creek!
Park: Cheaha
Painting with Nature
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center
Forage with us for natural items to build your own paintbrushes to paint a masterpiece of nature-using nature!
Park: Blue Springs
Mini Terrarium Necklace Making
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3
Craft your own mini terrarium necklace with us at Blue Springs!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Wildlife Revelry
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:15 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Emerse yourself within a celebration of National Wildlife Day! Crafts, creatures, and fun challenges await!
Park: Lake Guntersville
Sunset Paddle - Single Kayak Rental
When: 09/05/2026 at 05:30 PMMeeting Place: Campground Kayak Launch
Paddle along the shores of Lake Guntersville at sunset while discovering the history and biodiversity of the park.
Park: Lake Guntersville
Sunset Paddle - No Rental
When: 09/05/2026 at 05:30 PMMeeting Place: Campground Kayak Launch
Paddle along the shores of Lake Guntersville at sunset while discovering the history and biodiversity of the park.