Hiking with Homeschool! Frank Jackson Junior Rangers
When: 03/25/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Calling all homeschoolers for a fun-filled, educational hike on one our beautiful trails!
Water Wonders: Creek Exploration
When: 03/25/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Spring Break 2026 at the park!
Science Exploration Day - Frank Jackson Junior Rangers
When: 03/25/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Curious about nature and science? Join us for a fun outdoor class!
Stellar Discoveries: James Webb Telescope
When: 03/25/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Come join us to learn about the James Webb Telescope that was launched Christmas Day 2021!
Measuring Earth's Rotation: Ancient Techniques to Modern Science
When: 03/26/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple 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.
Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 03/26/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Join Park Naturalist, Jennings Earnest, for this week's Wheeler Lake & Forest School
Serious Skills Series: Archery
When: 03/26/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Join DeSoto State Park Staff for an opportunity to learn archery safety & techniques.
Pollination Station: Plants, Seeds, & Spring Growth
When: 03/26/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Spring Break 2026 at the park!
Bartram Nature Journal Hike
When: 03/27/2026 at 01:00 PMEasygoing walk through the trails of DeSoto State Park, pausing to notice the small wonders around us
Mountain Art Series: Leaf Pounding 101
When: 03/27/2026 at 03:00 PMMeeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Join us for a morning of crafting on the mountain!
Hiking with Homeschool! - Chewacla Cubs Junior Rangers
When: 03/27/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Join us for a fun hike to our waterfall. Let’s get outside and get active!
Forest Fairy Houses: Storytime and Habitat Building
When: 03/27/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Spring Break 2026 at the park!
Sunset Hike
When: 03/27/2026 at 06:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pulpit Rock Trailhead
Join us as we hike to Pulpit Rock and watch the best sunset in the park!
Dark Skies & Starry Nights
When: 03/27/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Golf Course Pro Shop
Join the Naturalist at the Golf Course to learn about light pollution and bird migration! Fees may apply.
Guided Pier Walk
When: 03/27/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple 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!