Thurs., Aug. 8, 8:30 am -- Nature Walk, Auburn
Guided hikes offer an excellent opportunity to learn more about the plants and wildlife that can be found at the Forest Ecology Preserve. Free.
Thurs., Aug. 8, 10 am -- Toadally Cool Thursday, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Live toad and frog demonstration in the Anderson Education Center. Free after admission.
Thurs., Aug. 8, 10 am -- Guided Pier Tour, Gulf State Beach Pavillion
Learn about some of the local sea life. Free.
Thurs., Aug. 8, 5:30 pm -- Night at the Museum, Anniston Museum of Natural History
Experience the now famous flashlight tour of the museum exhibit halls. Fee.
Thurs., Aug. 8, 9pm –Crabbing on the Beach, Gulf State Park Pier
Bring a flashlight and a bucket! Free.
Friday, Aug. 9, 10 am – Discovering Butterflies, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Join educators in the Purdy Butterfly House with our Discovery cart. Learn about these flying flowers. Free after admission.
Friday, Aug. 9, Owl Fun Facts, Gulf State Park
Resident screech owls make an appearance. Free/
Friday, Aug. 9, 6 pm -- Saltwater Fishing Series- Adults and Kids at Gulf State Park Pier
Learn basic fishing techniques and how to bring in the fish. Free, bring a fishing pole! Free.
Friday, Aug. 9, 10 am -- Frog Calls, Little River Canyon Center
"Dr. Frog", George Cline Hear the calls of 25 Alabama frogs Free.
Saturday, Aug. 10, 10 am -- Hikes for Tykes, Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Join storyteller, Verna Gates, for a magical tour of the Gardens. A hands-on tour geared towards pre-schoolers and their families. Email: Events@FreshAirFamily.org for info. Free.
Saturday, and Sunday ---Kayaking & Canoeing above DeSoto Falls
First trip beginning @ 8 AM and last trip going out @ 5 PM For more details, call the DSP Country Store at 256.845.5075. Fee.
Saturday, Aug. 10, 8 am – Day Hike and Glorius Swim, Little River Canyon Preserve
Cool off after hiking in a pure spring.
Saturday, Aug. 10, 10 am --Alabama Raptors, Landmark Park, Dothan
See hawks and other birds. Free.
Saturday, Aug. 10, 2 pm, Creature Feature, Gulf State Park
Get up close and personal with some of the educational animals at the Nature Center. Free.
Mon, Aug. 12, 10 am –Discovering Butterflies, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Join educators in the Purdy Butterfly House with our Discovery cart. Learn about these flying flowers. Free after admission.
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 8:30 am –Discovery Hike , Auburn
Guided hikes offer an excellent opportunity for adults and children to learn more about plants and wildlife found at the Forest Ecology Preserve. Free.
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 10 am, 5 Rivers Storytime, 5 Rivers Delta Center
Children under the age of 6 are welcome to stop by for a free reading of a nature based story followed by arts and crafts. Free.
Tuesday. Aug. 13, 10 am -- Turtle Tuesday, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Live turtle demonstration in the Purdy Butterfly House
Tues., August 13, 8 pm == Canyon Constellations, Desoto State park
Sar party!
Wednesday, Aug. 13, noon - Wacky Wednesday, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Stop by the Children's Garden on Wednesday for a butterfly program.
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 10 am – Discovering Butterflies, Huntsville Botanical Garden
Join educators in the Purdy Butterfly House with our Discovery cart. Learn about these flying flowers. Free after admission.