Alapark Events

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History of Gulf Pirates
When: 04/09/2026 at 11:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Come to the Nature Center to hear exciting tales of the local pirates who traversed the Gulf!

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Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 04/09/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Join Park Naturalist, Jennings Earnest, for this week's Wheeler Lake & Forest School

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Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Fungus Findings 4/9/26
When: 04/09/2026 at 02:00 PM
Meeting Place: Gift Shop Patio

In this month's homeschool program, join us as we learn about mushrooms!

Fees may apply.

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Bear Tales Jeopardy
When: 04/10/2026 at 04:00 PM

Join DeSoto State Park Staff to learn about Alabama’s State Mammal, the Black Bear!

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Guided Walk on Gopher Tortoise Trail
When: 04/10/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead

Take a stroll with our park naturalists along Gopher Tortoise Trail!

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Chewacla Family Feud
When: 04/10/2026 at 05:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Bring your friends and family to compete in a game of Chewacla Family Feud!

Fees may apply.

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Eye Spy-der
When: 04/10/2026 at 07:00 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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Herp Harmony Hike
When: 04/10/2026 at 08:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center

Join us for a guided nighttime adventure to explore the incredible world of frogs and toads!

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Trail Trekker Hike: Neverland Loop
When: 04/10/2026 at 09:30 AM

This hike series is designed for those that prefer some company out on the trails with experienced park staff.

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Bingo at the Clubhouse!
When: 04/10/2026 at 05:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Clubhouse

Come on down to the Clubhouse and play bingo with us!

Fees may apply.

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Junior Ranger Adventure!
When: 04/11/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom

Become an official Junior Ranger at Chewacla State Park with a guided program!

Fees may apply.

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Bartram Nature Journal Hike
When: 04/11/2026 at 10:00 AM

Easygoing walk through the trails of DeSoto State Park, pausing to notice the small wonders around us

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Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 04/11/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Lodge Lobby

Junior Ranger Journey: Hiking at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Fascinating Wildflowers
When: 04/11/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Main Hikers Parking Lot

Wildflower frenzy!

Fees may apply.

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Bartram, Botany, and Beauty
When: 04/11/2026 at 01:00 PM
Meeting Place: Nature Center

Join us for nature journaling! Along the way, learn some tips for drawing and observing plants!