Alapark Events

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Appalachian History
When: 08/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Quilting, mountain music, and more. Learn all about how the people of the Appalachians survived and lived!

Fees may apply.

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Let's Go Fishing - Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/23/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

Let's go Fishing

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Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 08/23/2026 at 08:00 AM
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Junior Rangers Become a Naturalist for a Day!
When: 08/23/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Learn about what working for Alabama State parks is like as you shadow the park naturalist!

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Junior Rangers - Pier Explorers
When: 08/24/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier

Grab your Junior Park Rangers and join us at the pier for an adventure!

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The Wilderness in Dogs
When: 08/26/2026 at 02:30 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Discover everything you might want to know about dogs during this guided hike along Picnic Loop Trail!

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States of Matter - Frank Jackson Nature School
When: 08/26/2026 at 12:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion

Learn about the states of matter with a hands-on lesson!

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All About Water - Frank Jackson Nature School
When: 08/26/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion

Learn all about water at Frank Jackson State Park!

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Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Herbivores 8/27/26
When: 08/27/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

During this month's homeschool class, learners will discover more about Herbivores!

Fees may apply.

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Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 08/27/2026 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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Homeschool Series: Animal Adaptations
When: 08/27/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Welcome to our Homeschool Series! A deep dive on topics related to ecology, biology, zoology, history, and more!

Fees may apply.

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Poisonous & Venomous Organisms Trivia
When: 08/28/2026 at 08:00 PM

Discover how certain plants and animals use colors, chemicals, sounds, and other clever tactics to protect themselves

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Alligator Encounter
When: 08/28/2026 at 05:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Marina

Join us at the marina to learn all about alligators and safely spot these amazing lake neighbors!

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Lake Guntersville History
When: 08/28/2026 at 06:30 PM
Meeting Place: Gathering Place

Join the Naturalist to learn about the history of Guntersville and the creation of the lake & state park! Fees may apply

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From Egg to Frog, What a Leap!
When: 08/29/2026 at 08:00 PM

Enjoy a fun trivia game with Jacksonville State University’s Dr. James Rayburn