Alapark Events
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Alabama Through the Ages: Jurassic
When: 08/30/2026 at 10:30 AMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Learn about what life was like in Alabama during the Jurassic!
Park: Chewacla
Volcanoes and the Earth's Surface - Chewacla Nature School
When: 09/02/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Make a volcano at Chewacla while we learn about the science behind the Earth’s surface and volcanoes!
Park: DeSoto
September Junior Ranger Adventure Series
When: 09/03/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Geared for kids ages 5–12, but Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome!
Park: DeSoto
Fierce Flyers: The World of Loggerhead Shrikes
When: 09/04/2026 at 08:00 PMJoin guest naturalist Michelle Reynolds to discover the fascinating world of the Loggerhead Shrike.
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Stargazing
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Junior Rangers head outside for a magical night of stargazing and sky exploring fun.
Park: Lakepoint
Junior Ranger Stargazing
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Junior Rangers head outside for a magical night of stargazing and sky exploring fun.
Park: Chewacla
Lunar Lemonade Evening Hike
When: 09/04/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Beat the heat with a cool cup of lemonade as we hike our trails together in the evening!
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: Blue Springs
Unplugged Nature Journaling
When: 09/05/2026 at 09:30 AMMeeting Place: Pavilion
Unplug and unwind with us at Blue Springs State Park with Nature Journaling!
Park: Lakepoint
Saturday Social Stroll
When: 09/05/2026 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
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: 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: 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: 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: 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!