Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 11/12/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Day Use Area
Explore Joe Wheeler State Park and experience the wilds of nature with hands-on learning led by the Park Naturalist!
Eagles and Ecosystems Nature Walk
When: 11/12/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Lakeview Trailhead
Lace up your walking shoes and join one of our Park Naturalists for a guided adventure along Eagle Loop!
Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Among the Trees
When: 11/12/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Gift Shop Patio
Branch out your knowledge as you learn about trees in this month’s homeschool program!
Guided Pier Walk
When: 11/13/2026 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!
Junior Ranger: Nature Journaling 101
When: 11/13/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at Amphitheater
Junior Rangers love to nature journal!
Junior Ranger's Buck Behavior Breakdown
When: 11/13/2026 at 05:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Explore deer behavior during the November rut in our Buck Behavior Breakdown program with science and field observation.
Junior Ranger Adventure Day
When: 11/14/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Outdoor Classroom
Embark on a day of hands-on Junior Ranger discovery!
Stalking the Shoreline: Herons on the Hunt
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Be on the lookout for great blue herons stalking the shallows of Lake Martin!
Creative Spirit Market
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMSet in beautiful surroundings, this unique open-air art fair offers a vibrant mix of creativity and community.
Mossy Marvels
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Discover how mosses and lichens come alive in cool weather during our Greening Up program with hands on exploration.
Fall Hiking
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Explore Chewacla with a fun, fall hike!
Junior Rangers: Shark Scientist
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Grab your Junior Park Rangers and join us at the Pier for a Shark Adventure!
Learning by the Lake at Lake Lurleen
When: 11/14/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Meet at South Trailhead (may require short walk from parking)
Eco Tour on Lake Martin
When: 11/14/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Store
Come enjoy a guided boat ride around Lake Martin!
Thanksgiving Clay Magnets
When: 11/14/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Celebrate Thanksgiving with make-your-own Thanksgiving clay magnets!