Alapark Events
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: 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: Blue Springs
Junior Ranger 101
When: 09/05/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion
Interested in learning about how to become a Junior Ranger? Join us to find out how!
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: Blue Springs
Mini Terrarium Necklace Making
When: 09/05/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Picnic Area by the Springs
Craft your own mini terrarium necklace with us at Blue Springs!
Park: Lakepoint
Paint and Sip
When: 09/05/2026 at 05:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Unwind after the off road action with a fun, creative paint & sip night under the stars at the park.
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Habitat Gardening for Wildlife 101
When: 09/05/2026 at 08:00 PMBy nurturing the natural world in your own backyard, you become a steward of biodiversity, creating a haven for wildlife
Park: Joe Wheeler
Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 09/06/2026 at 08:00 AMMeeting Place: Day Use Area
Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Joe Wheeler
Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 09/06/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Lodge Lobby
Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
Park: Oak Mountain
Scales & Tails
When: 09/07/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Meet LIVE animals up close for an unforgettable experience!
Park: Chewacla
Roman Life! Chewacla Nature School
When: 09/09/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Learn all about Rome with us at the Chewacla Nature School!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 09/10/2026 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
Park: Lakepoint
Wildlife on the Move
When: 09/10/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Discover why September is one of the busiest months for wildlife as they prepare for seasonal change!
Park: Joe Wheeler
On the Water- Kayaking
When: 09/11/2026 at 08:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina
On the Water - Kayaking
Park: Oak Mountain
Camp And Jam
When: 09/11/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: South Trailhead Field
Join us for Oak Mountain State Park's very first bluegrass camp & jam!