Alapark Events

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CCC Structures Hike
When: 05/30/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Bald Rock Trailhead

Join our historian to learn more about the Civilian Conservation Corps and see the structures they built along the way!

Fees may apply.

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On the Water- Kayaking
When: 05/31/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

On the Water - Kayaking

Evening Stroll!
When: 05/31/2026 at 05:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Launch Parking Lot

Join our park naturalist this evening for a guided hike!

Fees may apply.

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Learning by the Lake
When: 05/31/2026 at 12:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Join us by the lake for a swing-by science lesson, game, craft, story, or more! A new activity every week!

Fees may apply.

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Alabama Through the Ages: Carboniferous
When: 05/31/2026 at 10:30 AM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Discover what life, and Alabama was like during the Carboniferous period!

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Chalk Your Walk
When: 05/31/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Chalk Your Walk!

Fees may apply.

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Caverns & Forest School: Glow-in-the-Dark 6/4/26
When: 06/04/2026 at 02:00 PM
Meeting Place: Gift Shop Patio

Learn about how and why some things glow in the dark in this month's homeschool class!

Fees may apply.

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Junior Rangers Build a Habitat!
When: 06/05/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Inviting all Junior Rangers to join us as we build mini habitats around the park!

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Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 06/05/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Saturday Cast & Catch
When: 06/06/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: T-Pier (34.40281N, 86.20611W)

Grab your fishing pole and join the Naturalist for a morning of fishing! Fees may apply.

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Jr. Ranger Guided Program: Critter Clues
When: 06/06/2026 at 02:00 PM
Meeting Place: Interpretive Center

Calling all Jr. Rangers! Come learn all about tracks and scat!

Fees may apply.

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Sunrise Paddle
When: 06/06/2026 at 08:00 AM
Meeting Place: Short Creek Boat Ramp

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

Fees may apply.

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Camping 101
When: 06/06/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Beginner Camping 101!

Fees may apply.

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Cave Art: Mandalas
When: 06/06/2026 at 01:30 PM
Meeting Place: Gift Shop Patio

Join in on this art class for all ages and skill levels as we make mandalas!

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Serious Skills Series: Willow Frame Baskets
When: 06/06/2026 at 10:00 AM

This workshop offers the perfect opportunity to create functional art with natural materials.