The Alabama State Parks supports the Girl Scouts of America. Everything Girl Scouts do builds their curiosity, kindness, and can-do spirit. And as they earn badges, help their community, and deepen their friendships, they’ll also have a blast along the way. It’s what Girl Scouting is all about. This dedication matches well with the mission of the Alabama State Parks and we are proud to call them partners.
Every year, Girl Scouts explore the natural wonders found across our country during the Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend. Girl Scouts nationwide, along with their troops, friends, and families, celebrate our shared love of the outdoors.
Girl Scouts Love State Parks weekend is September 14-15, 2024. Grab your backpack and head out to your local state parks for self-guided tours, family hikes, watersports, stargazing, special events, and more!
Check out these scheduled Girls Scouts Love State Parks events:
Cheaha State Park
Nature Journaling
Saturday, September 14th – 3pm
Alabama State Parks love Girl Scouts: Nature Journaling | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Salamander Stroll
Sunday, September 15th – 10am
Alabama State Parks love Girl Scouts: Salamander Stroll | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Gulf State Park
TurtleFest and Guided Beach Walk
Saturday September 14th - 10am-1pm
https://reserve.alapark.com/register/girl-scouts-love-state-parks-2024
Oak Mountain State Park
Sunday September 15th, 2024
1:00 - 1:30pm: Critter Encounter! Live Animal encounter
1:30pm - 2:30pm: Nature Weaving
2:30pm - 3:30pm: Fairy Houses in the Forest
Girl Scouts Love State Parks Day 2024! | Alabama State Parks (itinio.com)
DeSoto State Park
Outdoor Observations Hike
Saturday, September 14th-10:00 am
Alabama State Parks Love Girl Scouts: Outdoor Observations Hike Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
DeSoto State Park - Self-Guided Tour: https://www.alapark.com/DSP-Girl-Scouts
Wind Creek State Park
Hiking Trails and Campfire Tales
Saturday, September 14th – 12pm
Alabama State Parks Love Girl Scouts: Hiking Trails and Campfire Tales | Alabama State Parks (itinio.com)
Birding on the Water
Sunday, September 15th – 10am
Alabama State Parks Love Girl Scouts: Birding on the Water | Alabama State Parks (itinio.com)
Lake Guntersville State Park
Saturday, September 14th
11AM – Guided Tour through the Pollinator Garden
1PM – Butterfly Wing Craft
2PM – Busy Bee Pollinator Game
Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Pollinator Party | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Joe Wheeler State Park
Fishing 101-Girl Scouts
Saturday, September 14th-10am
Alabama State Parks Love Girl Scouts: Fishing 101 | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Let’s Hike- Girl Scouts
Sunday, September 15th-10am
Alabama State Parks Love Girl Scouts: Let’s Hike | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Chewacla State Park
Moonlit Trails and Frogs’ Tales
Saturday, September 14- 6 pm to 8 pm
AL State Parks Love Girl Scouts Moonlit Trails and Frog Tales Chewacla | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
Birding Bonanza
Sunday, September 15- 10 am - Noon
AL State Parks Love Girl Scouts Birding Bonanza Chewacla | Alabama State Parks (alapark.com)
To learn more about the educational and overnight opportunities for Girls Scouts within the Alabama State Parks system please contact contact Renee Simmons Raney, Parks Educational Coordinator.
Our park naturalists have a common bond with Girl Scouts and they are often together during our planned Girl Scout events. Check out the videos below that feature our park naturalists.
