Alapark Events
Park: Gulf
Junior Rangers: Wetland Explorers
When: 07/24/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple 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!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Bartram's Naturalist Encounter at the Marina
When: 07/24/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Pavilion
Naturalist Encounter at the Marina
Park: Chewacla
Eye Spy-der
When: 07/24/2026 at 08:00 PMMultiple 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.
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Alabama Paleontology
When: 07/24/2026 at 08:00 PMJoin JSU Field School Instructor Christian Braswell on a journey back in time!
Park: Gulf
Sunset Pier Walk
When: 07/24/2026 at 07:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Join our Naturalists as they guide you on an exclusive tour of the Pier!
Park: Lake Guntersville
Shoreline Seining
When: 07/24/2026 at 05:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakeside Pavilion
Roll up your sleeves and join the Naturalist in shoreline seining! Fees may apply.
Park: Cathedral Caverns
D&D in the Park
When: 07/24/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
Descend into the cave entrance to play a game of D&D! Both new and old players are welcome!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 07/25/2026 at 07:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
Park: Lakepoint
Alligator Encounter
When: 07/25/2026 at 05:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Join us at the marina to learn all about alligators and safely spot these amazing lake neighbors!
Park: Monte Sano
Christmas in July: Tree Cookie Ornament Workshop
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow - in July!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 07/25/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
Park: Lakepoint
Weekly Hike
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple 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!
Park: Cheaha
Go with the Flow
When: 07/25/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting 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.
Park: Frank Jackson
Nature Journaling
When: 07/25/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Join us at Frank Jackson to enjoy nature and explore the art of nature journaling!
Park: Frank Jackson
Junior Rangers: Tracks and Scat!
When: 07/25/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple 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!