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CHOM, where children Explore, Create and Discover every time they visit. When we say “hands-on” we really mean it! Learning through play is what our exhibits are all about, and you are encouraged to touch, feel and play in our exhibits. Three floors of fun wait for families and school groups, too. With 26 exhibits, CHOM offers newborns through age Read more...
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Outdoor Recreation program offerings include gear/equipment rental, trip program, bike shop, and climbing walls for students, faculty, staff and community members to enjoy. We strive to provide opportunities for personal growth and foster a greater appreciation for the outdoors. Read more...
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Guided trips are offered throughout the semester. Most trips are geared towards entry-level activities and aim to teach participants baseline knowledge of the activity. Gear, guides, and a ride are included. Trips can include hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, bouldering, canoeing and more. Read more...
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YMCA Summer Day Camp includes a summer full of swimming lessons, team building, sports, field trips, outdoor activities, and more! Read more...
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Assist our Creekkeeper in removing debris, patrolling the creek, or monitoring the water and aquatic life. This is a great opportunity for local groups looking for ways to serve their community. Read more...
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We provide fresh, healthful food to those in need, and a place for peaceful reflection and volunteerism, in an effort to teach our children and community the art of gardening and provide educational opportunities for deserving and disadvantaged youth. Read more...
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The University of Alabama Arboretum is a scientific institution that engages in teaching, research, and service with primary emphasis on the ecology and biodiversity of Alabama. The Arboretum maintains a plant collection containing native species and their exotic relatives, educational reference specimens, and plants of global conservation concern. The University of Alabama Arboretum features walking trails through a native woodland Read more...
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The University of Alabama Arboretum is a scientific institution that engages in teaching, research, and service with primary emphasis on the ecology and biodiversity of Alabama. The Arboretum maintains a plant collection containing native species and their exotic relatives, educational reference specimens, and plants of global conservation concern. The University of Alabama Arboretum features walking trails through a native woodland Read more...
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Students and interns assist with facilities and grounds maintenance, office administration, and environmental education programs. Read more...
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Naturalist Outreach (BUI-301) college students give free enthusiastic, hands-on biology presentations about nature and ecology to K-12 classes and community groups in Alabama. The presenters are accessible scientist role-models who excite students about biology, nature, — and college. By presenting lively, enthusiastic, Next Generation Science Standards based, and age-appropriate, science based presentations, we work to open the world of backyard Read more...
