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Gulf State Park’s Nature Center is a living museum of plants and animals that are native to the Gulf Coast region. It is our goal to inspire people to care for the environment by expanding their knowledge of the state’s natural resources through experiences that lead them to understand their connection to the natural world. We offer many exciting and Read more...
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How about one whole week of non-stop fun and hands-on educational activities while learning about wildlife conservation and animal life here at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo? For kids, ages 5-11, it’s our annual Zoo Camp! Read more...
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The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is the coolest classroom ever! Zoology, biology, ecology, geology, geography, conservation . . . Where else can teachers bring students of all ages to one unique place, surrounded by over 600 exotic animals, to learn about the amazing variety of life or “bio-diversity” of Planet Earth? We welcome both public and private school groups. Our Read more...
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Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo creates compelling experiences that connect people and community with wildlife, and inspire personal responsibility for conservation of the natural world. The zoo is home to over 199 species, 31 sub-species, and haven to 8 endangered species. Come visit the park to see the many animal exhibits including the Reptile House, Animal Encounters, Petting Zoo, Educational State Read more...
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Marine Science Adventures is an incredible field trip for all ages. It covers a wide range of sciences as it explores the diverse ecosystems of the marine environment. Students love that the trip is all hands-on learning. We explore tidal pools, salt-water marshes, estuaries, bays, the gulf, dunes, maritime forests and the lagoon. We collect close to a hundred different Read more...
