Alapark Events
Park: Lakepoint
River Power - Lakepoint Nature School
When: 09/16/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
Calling all homeschoolers! Discover how dams create shape our lakes and create power in this hands-on, exciting program!
Park: Chewacla
Edible Aquifers - Chewacla Nature School
When: 09/16/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Build an edible model of an aquifer as we explore groundwater systems!
Park: Gulf
Junior Rangers: Plant ID & Press
When: 09/16/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakeview Trailhead
Grab your Junior Park Ranger and join us to explore local plant species!
Park: Cathedral Caverns
Cathedral Caverns & Forest School: Omnivores
When: 09/17/2026 at 10:00 AMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Snacking away at plants and meat, in this month’s homeschool class, discover the science of omnivores!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 09/18/2026 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!
Park: DeSoto
In Bartram’s Footsteps: A Forest Discovery Hike
When: 09/18/2026 at 03:00 PMExplore the forest through the eyes of William Bartram, the famed naturalist.
Park: DeSoto
Campfire Talk: Wildcrafting and Ethnobotany
When: 09/18/2026 at 08:00 PMEthnobotany is the study of how cultures and regions use native plants for survival and well-being
Park: Gulf
39th Annual Coastal Cleanup
When: 09/19/2026 at 08:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Beach Pavilion
Join us for the 39th Annual Coastal Cleanup and help Gulf State Park keep the trash out of the splash!
Park: Chewacla
Unplugged Nature Journaling
When: 09/19/2026 at 09:30 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Unplug and unwind with us at Chewacla State Park with Nature Journaling!
Park: DeSoto
Hike with a Naturalist: DeSoto Scout Trail
When: 09/19/2026 at 10:00 AMA challenging & steep 6.5 mile hike on the West Fork of Little River.
Park: Lakepoint
Saturday Social Stroll
When: 09/19/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Nature Center
A relaxed Saturday stroll on our flat, shaded 3.5 mile Discovery Trail — perfect for beginners and nature lovers.
Park: Oak Mountain
Backyard Apothecary: Beautyberry
When: 09/19/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
A fascinating workshop that teaches the historical uses of beautyberry!
Park: Lakepoint
Stream Builders: Creating Healthy Waterways
When: 09/19/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Lakepoint State Park Lodge
Create a healthy stream using loose parts like rocks, leaves, and sticks in this creative ecosystem building activity!
Park: Chewacla
Junior Ranger 101
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Interested in learning more about how to become a Junior Ranger? Join us to find out how!
Park: DeSoto
Night Skies in Oil Class
When: 09/19/2026 at 02:00 PMUnleash your creativity in this immersive oil painting class focused on capturing the beauty of night skies!