All Environmental Education in Fort Payne

The Junior Ranger program is an activity-based program, focusing on young visitors ages 5-13 (although children of all ages can complete the Junior Ranger book). The program invites youth to join the National Park Service family by giving childen the opportunity to explore and learn about their parks, and learn how they can help protect them today and into the Read more...

How can you have endangered and threatened species, over 100 rare species, millions of years of fossils, American Indian tools and games, and the Trail of Tears in your classroom . When you use Little River Canyon National Preserve as your classroom you can have science, history, and physical activities. Your students can learn and enjoy the park as part Read more...

Give your students an adventure experience with a variety of classes including Survival Skills Experience, Student Orienteering Class, Field Trip Zip Line, Practical Ingenuity Class, TAS Field Trip Hike, and Field Trip Climbing Experience. Read more...

Do you want to plan a fun filled & educational trip to DeSoto State Park? If so, we can help! With the help of our park partners & guest speakers, we can bring a variety of program opportunities to your group, and make your visit to Lookout Mountain, Alabama memorable. Below is a sampling of topics & activities that can Read more...

4-H Outdoor Education programs are designed to connect citizens of Alabama to rivers and streams, the abundance of forestland found in the state’s forests, and the state parks and wildlife management areas through hands-on learning experiences. Read more...

4-H offers many animal and agriculture programs that teaches and trains students how to manage and care for chickens, cows, horses, dogs, rabbits, and more. Read more...

the Little River Canyon Center is a Jacksonville State University building located in Northeast Alabama that adjoins the Little River Canyon National Preserve in the city of Fort Payne. the facility features a Grand Hall, HD movie theater, gift shop, natural history library, exhibits, classrooms, back deck, outdoor amphitheater and trails for both education and adventure. The Canyon Center features Read more...

Nestled in a forested hillside, Manitou Cave is a hidden treasure with a rich history and ancient geological origins. Stand beside Great Spirit Mountain, a natural formation within the cave standing over 40 feet tall. Study sacred Cherokee syllabary inscriptions and ponder how they could have appeared on a 50-foot high ceiling. Travel deeper and reflect in the grand ballroom Read more...