Alapark Events

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From Forest to Canvas- Leaf Pounding
When: 09/26/2026 at 04:00 PM

Leaf pounding is a simple, stunning technique, historically used to decorate fabric

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Migration & Moonlight
When: 09/27/2026 at 06:30 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center

Explore the nighttime journey of birds that connect us all!

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Discover Gulf Oak Ridge
When: 09/28/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead

Accompany a park naturalist on a leisurely walk through this beautiful maritime forest!

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Night & Day Birds of Prey
When: 09/30/2026 at 10:00 AM
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center

Join us at the Nature Center for an interactive experience with our birds of prey.

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Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/02/2026 at 09:00 AM
Meeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier

Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!

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Mini Scarecrows
When: 10/03/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Boat Ramp Pavilion

Craft and design your own mini scarecrow and visit our Scarecrows in the Park at Frank Jackson!

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Autumn Fairy Homes & Forest Friends
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Pavilion 3

Unleash your creativity! Create autumn themed Leave No Trace fairy houses AND build fairies with us!

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Watercolors for Beginners- Autumn Brushstrokes
When: 10/03/2026 at 02:00 PM

Discover the beauty of native wildflowers through the art of watercolor in this beginner-friendly class.

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Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 09:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina

Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!

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Discover the Wonders of Wheeler: Pontoon Boat Eco Tour
When: 10/04/2026 at 01:00 PM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Joe Wheeler State Park Marina

Cruise along and see Joe Wheeler State Park like never before!

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Wheeler Lake and Forest School 2026
When: 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AM
Multiple 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!

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Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 10/09/2026 at 08:00 AM
Meeting Place: Day Use Area

Junior Ranger Journey: Birding at Joe Wheeler State Park

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Journeys Through the Past- De Soto & De Luna
When: 10/09/2026 at 07:00 PM

JSU’s Dr. Harry Holstein will share their incredible stories and show how these explorers shaped the Southeast.

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On the Water- Kayaking
When: 10/10/2026 at 08:00 AM
Multiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina

On the Water - Kayaking

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Junior Ranger Journey: Fishing at Joe Wheeler State Park
When: 10/10/2026 at 11:00 AM
Meeting Place: Marina Pavilion

Junior Ranger Journey: Fishing at Joe Wheeler State Park