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In this unique offering, a museum educator will come to a school, church group, or civic group and spend either a half-day or full day presenting live animals to small successive groups. (Educator will present to small groups on a rotation, as opposed to one large presentation for everyone at one time. This gives students/groups a more personal experience). Read more...
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Take a self or guided tour (including specialty tours) to view the exciting exhibits and animals of Anniston Museum of Natural History including Dynamic Earth, Alabama: Sands to Cedars, Attack and Defense, Birds of the Americas, Environments of Africa, Ancient Egypt, and changing exhibit gallery. And make sure to walk the nature trails! Read more...
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Tour the Longleaf Botanical Gardens with a self-guided tour or guided tour! Groups are greeted and introduced to the Longleaf Botanical Gardens before distributing people to explore the gardens and trails at their own leisure. Self-guided tours are available the second Thursday of each month at 9:00am, 10:00am, and 11:00am. Call two weeks in advance to schedule. Enjoy a Longleaf Read more...
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Building an appreciation for nature is critical to increasing connections to natural resources, appreciation for public green space, inspiring sustainability, and personal well-being. Our park offers opportunities for a hands-on approach to learning about the natural world, about cultural heritage, and environmental arts.. By providing outdoor and place-based education to people of all ages, we increase the number who understand Read more...
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Would you like to learn more about the beautiful woods of Cheaha State Park? The Cheaha State Park Leave No Trace Explorer’s Club Workbook is for you! You can download a free copy or purchase a copy in the store. We have badges available for purchase in the store once your explorer complete the workbook. Read more...
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We love horses and offer many services that will bring you as close to a horse as you wish to get. We have a 125 acre facility that features a riding arena, wooded trails, beautiful pastures, and lots of opportunities to enjoy being outside! Read more...
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A 17 acre site owned by the Calhoun County Commission and operated by the Calhoun County Extension Office in concert with the Calhoun County Master Gardeners. The site includes community garden raised beds, a classroom and an outdoor classroom. Cane Creek Community Gardens provides raised bed growing boxes for Calhoun County citizens on a first come, first served basis. Read more...
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A variety of camps are offered throughout the year which include: Kayak Adventure Camp, Webb Concrete Fort Building, Wild Wednesdays, art camp, backyard ball camp, dance camps, Missoula Children’s Theatre, disc golf, archery camp. We also provide a summer camp at the Heflin Community Arts Center for children ages 5 and up. Read more...
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Youth ages 9-18 are invited to participate in the 4-H RiverKids Program to learn basic paddling skills, water safety, and more about outdoor recreation. Our goal is to increase the use of Alabama’s waterways, increase the knowledge and awareness of environmental and resource management issues, and incorporate service projects into our fun. Read more...
