Campfire Talk: Hernando DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Hernando DeSoto in Northeast Alabama
Join us for a fun campfire talk in the Great Outdoors!
Hernando de Soto, a Spanish explorer and conquistador is most famous for his exploration of North America. He & over 600 men landed in North America 483 years ago on May 25, 1538. They first arrived near what is now Tampa Bay, Florida & spent the next four years traveling over 4,000 miles all over the American Southeast. They went to a total of ten states that exist today, & De Soto and his men were the first Europeans to reach and cross the Mississippi River.
Jacksonville State University’s Dr. Harry Holstein will take you through the amazing adventures of Hernando DeSoto, as he searches for the ancient town of “Coosa.”
Seating is limited, so bring your own comfortable camp chair if you wish.
Date: October 11, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. (CST)
Where: DeSoto State Park-Fort Payne, Alabama. Campfire Ring in the Improved Campground (In case of inclement weather will be located in the CCC Pavilion in picnic area) Campground gates will open 30 minutes before program.
Fee: Free and open to everyone, no pre-registration required; For any details about the talk, email Brittney.Hughes@dcnr.alabama.gov.
