All Nature Exploration

Get to know nature at Oak Mountain State Park. Educational Programs are happening all the time at your park! From hikes to art to animal encounters, Oak Mountain is your gateway to exploration and knowledge of the natural world around you. Read more...

Oak Mountain State Park is currently home to approximately 25 miles of horseback riding trails, with more being added. Some of the trails travel along the edge of the lake, some are in the valley’s lush hardwood forest, and others travel the pine studded ridges. There is a trail for everyone to love. Guided trail rides and lessons are available Read more...

If your child is curious about nature or likes spending time outdoors, AWC’s summer camp is the perfect way for them to enjoy summer vacation while learning about wildlife! Read more...

Cornerstone Ranch’s passion is in the outdoors! The camp is 3 days packed with so many fun activities, they will not want to leave. Activities include zip lining, canoeing, field games, sports, water slide, and ropes course! Read more...

Join Alabama Audubon for free walks exploring natural sites in Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and other urban areas in our state. Named for Philip Henry Gosse’s early explorations of Alabama flora and fauna, Gosse Nature Walks last from one to two hours and cover a variety of natural-history topics, from birds to plants to geological features. Read more...

Our mission is to both study the turtle populations that inhabit urban aquatic habitats and increase the public awareness of Alabama’s turtle diversity. Anyone interested in science, turtle conservation, or exploring some of our natural areas is welcome to participate in our sampling weekends. Read more...

Your family can come for one of our Day on Lay events or for an overnight adventure, join us for one of our Great Family Stay-Cay events! Your family can enjoy swimming, canoeing, paddle boards, wandering along our hiking trails, corn hole, horse shoes, putt putt golf, fishing, meeting our birds of prey, amphibians and reptiles! Our overnight events enjoy Read more...

A full service conference facility nestled within 264 acres of beautiful forest land on Lay Lake in Columbiana. We offer a variety of lodging and meeting facility options as well as onsite catering designed to meet the needs of your group. Activities include team building courses, hiking, fishing, sports, canoeing, and much more! Read more...

Rolling Hills Camp is available for camps, retreats and more featuring dining halls, housing, a youth building, and activities such as canoeing, swimming, sports, and more! Read more...

The University of Montevallo Herpetological Society serves to unite students with a common love and respect for reptiles and amphibians. Members may participate in nature treks, educational programs, and local conservation efforts. Read more...