Alapark Events

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Eye Spy-der
When: 07/24/2026 at 08:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center (second parking lot loop on the right)

Bring your flashlights and join us on a hike to find spider eyes in the dark!

Fees may apply.

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Junior Rangers: Wetland Explorers
When: 07/24/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join our naturalist to learn all about wetlands, their importance, and what lives there!

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Go with the Flow
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Cheaha Lake

Join us as we learn more about pollution, the watershed, and how we can help in this hands-on activity!

Fees may apply.

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Guided Beach Walk - Beach Pavilion
When: 07/25/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion

Meet our Naturalist at the Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion for a guided Beach Walk!

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Moths on the Mountain
When: 07/25/2026 at 08:00 PM
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Celebrate National Moth Week!

Fees may apply.

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Christmas in July: Tree Cookie Ornament Workshop
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow - in July!

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Paint and Sip
When: 07/25/2026 at 05:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge

Join us for a paint and sip at Lakepoint State Park, where you can grab a drink and get creative.

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Sunset Paddle
When: 07/25/2026 at 06:00 PM
Meeting Place: Campground Kayak Launch

Join the Naturalist for a guided paddle! Fees may apply.

Fees may apply.

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Junior Ranger 101
When: 07/25/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakeside Pavilion

Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to become an Alabama State Parks Junior Ranger! Fees may apply.

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Fossils, Science, and Dinosaurs: A Journey Through Time
When: 07/25/2026 at 08:00 PM

Join JSU Field School Instructor Christian Braswell on a journey back in time!

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Junior Ranger Guided Hike
When: 07/25/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: High Bluff Trailhead

Join the Naturalist to learn what it takes to be a Junior Ranger and go on a guided hike! Fees may apply.

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Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 07/25/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina

Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour

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Nature Journaling
When: 07/25/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion

Join us at Frank Jackson to enjoy nature and explore the art of nature journaling!

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Junior Rangers: Tracks and Scat!
When: 07/25/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion

Learn about the tracks and scat of AL wildlife and complete the Junior Ranger guide with us!

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Weekly Hike
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center

Explore nature, stay active, and meet new friends on our weekly guided hike—great for all fitness levels!