Alapark Events
Park: Frank Jackson
Mini Scarecrows
When: 10/03/2026 at 09:30 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion
Craft and design your own mini scarecrow and visit our Scarecrows in the Park at Frank Jackson!
Park: Wind Creek
A Particular Set of Skills: Avian Specialists
When: 10/03/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Learn about some of our bird species that are specialized to survive in particular environments.
Park: Lakepoint
Alligators in Autumn
When: 10/03/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Marina
Discover how alligators slow down, build gator holes, and survive fall and winter through adaptations.
Park: DeSoto
Stone & Soil: Hypertufa Leaf Casting Workshop
When: 10/03/2026 at 12:00 PMCreate a unique hypertufa leaf casting and learn creative ways to use this durable material in landscapes.
Park: Wind Creek
Eco Tour on Lake Martin
When: 10/03/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Store
Come enjoy a guided boat ride around Lake Martin!
Park: DeSoto
Watercolors for Beginners- Autumn Brushstrokes
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMDiscover the beauty of native wildflowers through the art of watercolor in this beginner-friendly class.
Park: Blue Springs
Autumn Fairy Homes & Forest Friends
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3
Unleash your creativity! Create autumn themed Leave No Trace fairy houses AND build fairies with us!
Park: Oak Mountain
Appalachian Heritage Series: Quilting for Beginners
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn the basics of quilting!
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 09:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Wind Creek
Pumpkin Carving Tutorial
When: 10/04/2026 at 12:00 PMMeeting Place: Clubhouse
Learn how to carve a pumpkin into a jack-o-lantern.
Park: Joe Wheeler
Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina
Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
October Occurrences
When: 10/04/2026 at 01:30 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Find out what seasonal changes October has to offer in this introductory phenology hike for all ages along Karst Trail.
Park: DeSoto
Vine to Art: Kudzu Sphere Workshop
When: 10/04/2026 at 02:00 PMDiscover the art of transforming an everyday invasive vine into a beautiful, functional work piece.
Park: Oak Mountain
Appalachian Heritage Series: Corn Husk Dolls
When: 10/04/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Learn the art of making corn husk dolls!
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/06/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!