Alapark Events
Park: Wind Creek
High or Low? Where to Look for Birds
When: 09/19/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Learn at which forest layers you can spot certain birds on this week’s birdwatching adventure!
Park: DeSoto
Hike with a Naturalist: DeSoto Scout Trail
When: 09/19/2026 at 10:00 AMA challenging & steep 6.5 mile hike on the West Fork of Little River.
Park: Lakepoint
Saturday Social Stroll
When: 09/19/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
A relaxed Saturday stroll on our flat, shaded 3.5 mile Discovery Trail — perfect for beginners and nature lovers.
Park: Lakepoint
Stream Builders: Creating Healthy Waterways
When: 09/19/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Create a healthy stream using loose parts like rocks, leaves, and sticks in this creative ecosystem building activity!
Park: Oak Mountain
Backyard Apothecary: Beautyberry
When: 09/19/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
A fascinating workshop that teaches the historical uses of beautyberry!
Park: DeSoto
Night Skies in Oil Class
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMUnleash your creativity in this immersive oil painting class focused on capturing the beauty of night skies!
Park: Chewacla
Junior Ranger 101
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Interested in learning more about how to become a Junior Ranger? Join us to find out how!
Park: Cheaha
Nature Journaling
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
Learn how to sketch, press, and take notes of plants and animals around you! For the artsy and the not-so-artsy!
Park: Wind Creek
Alabama State Parks Junior Ranger Program: Guided Hike!
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Trailhead by Boat Ramp Parking Lot
Hey Junior Rangers! Join our park naturalist for a guided hike around the Speckled Snake Trail!
Park: Chewacla
Hiking for Beginners!
When: 09/19/2026 at 04:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Hit the trails with us with a low stress hike for every experience level!
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Cherokees: The Way We Were
When: 09/19/2026 at 08:00 PMDelve into the rich history and cultural heritage of the Cherokees of Lookout Mountain, Alabama
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 09/20/2026 at 08:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 09/20/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
September Surprises
When: 09/20/2026 at 01:30 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Find out what seasonal changes September has to offer in this introductory phenology hike for all ages along Karst Trail
Park: Frank Jackson
Volcanoes and the Earth's Surface - Frank Jackson Nature School
When: 09/22/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Make a volcano at Frank Jackson while we learn about the science behind the Earth’s surface and volcanoes!