Alapark Events
Park: DeSoto
Vine to Art: Kudzu Sphere Workshop
When: 10/04/2026 at 02:00 PMDiscover the art of transforming an everyday invasive vine into a beautiful, functional work piece.
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/06/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!
Park: Lakepoint
Birds and Flight
When: 10/08/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Marina
Explore bird flight, learn the forces of flight, and build paper airplanes to see physics in action!
Park: Gulf
Little Park Pals: Alligator Adventures
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Meet our baby alligators and discover fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures that call our park home!
Park: DeSoto
Park Explorer Adventure Series: Snake Tales
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMLearn about the different snake species of NE Alabama, both venomous and nonvenomous.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Explore Joe Wheeler State Park and experience the wilds of nature with hands-on learning led by the Park Naturalist!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Carnivores
When: 10/08/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
Prowl into the world of predators as you learn about carnivores in this month’s homeschool program!
Fees may apply.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 10/09/2026 at 08:00 AMMeeting Place: Day Use Area
Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/09/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!
Park: Chewacla
Beginner Birders: Owl Pellets - Chewacla Nature School
When: 10/09/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
This lesson will cover bird biology and includes a guided owl pellet dissection!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Frightful Fridays: Eyes in the Dark!
When: 10/09/2026 at 04:00 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate the spooky season with a snack as you learn about night vison & then brave the dark with a cavern glow tour!
Fees may apply.
Park: Oak Mountain
Holler Haunts & Hidden Creatures: Lore and Legends of the Appalachian
When: 10/09/2026 at 06:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Join us…if you dare!
Park: Chewacla
Batty About Bats!
When: 10/09/2026 at 06:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Beach Pavilion (First Parking Lot Loop)
Join us at Chewacla to learn all about bats with special presenter, Vicky Smith!
Park: Wind Creek
Campfire Talk: Cryptids of North America
When: 10/09/2026 at 06:00 PMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Sit around the fire and discuss creatures of legend with our park naturalist.
Fees may apply.
Park: Monte Sano
Fantastic Folklore of Appalachia
When: 10/09/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Ever wondered about mythical creatures of the Appalachian Mountains? Learn all about them during this presentation!