Locust Fork Ramblers: Conspicuous Winter Hike #1 - The obvious landscape of winter It’s winter time at Mardis Mill and along Graves Creek, come observe the winter landscape and learn about the conspicuous elements in our natural landscape. This hike will be led by Zac Napier. Meet at 9:30 am - 3hr duration Moderate to [...]
Friends of the Locust Fork River will be taking hikers to new heights! Join leader Tammy Mason and see for yourself: Blount County Palisades Park offers scenic views atop Ebell Mountain. Since 1973 Palisades Park has drawn and delighted visitors. The newest feature is the restored Fire Tower. We’ll wander the mountain, then climb the [...]
The unseen composers of our environment. A single tablespoon of soil can contain miles of the fungal body we call mycelium. These organisms shape the environment and our lives in ways we are just now beginning to understand. FLFR Ramblers are a nature based sauntering group that focuses on learning about the environment through experiences [...]
Useful Plants and Mushrooms of Winter (1.5 hours / Easy / 1 mile) Winter is not often associated with an abundance of wild plants and fungi to find in the wild, but there is still so much to find! Join local forager, Jesse Akozbek, to learn more about useful plants and mushrooms that can be found [...]
Spring Ephemeral Photography Workshop (>1 mile / easy/ 2 hours) Whether you have a fancy DSLR or just a smartphone, improving your wildflower photography is something that everyone can do! Join Jesse Akozbek, photographer and forager with Feral Foraging, for a workshop on taking better photos of wildflowers during the Spring Ephemeral Wildflower season. This [...]
Wade Mountain Naturalist Hike (3+ hours / Difficult due to elevation change / 4 miles) Head out on the trail with Madison County Schools STEM Coach Tim Gels on an exploratory hike of all things nature! Tim’s expert knowledge will open our eyes to the often-overlooked wildlife that thrives at the top of Wade Mountain. [...]
led by Sam Howell. Enjoy a walk by the river and the colorful woods from Swann Covered Bridge to Powell Falls. At 9:30 am we will meet at FLFR's Blue Heron Mural painted on the wall of Sullivan’s 76, 37065 AL-79, Cleveland, AL 35049 Register at www.FLFR.org
Meet in the gravel parking lot just past the main gate at 12:45 pm. We'll head out at 13:00. Hike will be moderate and around 3 miles. See the Friends Of Turkey Creek Nature Preserve Facebook page for updates. The hike is FREE!
Join Stephen Guesman for a delightful hike to Cornelius Falls. Bring water, a snack, your bathing suit, sunscreen, a hat and comfortable walking shoes. You will meet at the Royal Community Park and Center, just a short drive from the entrance to Cornelius Falls, which is private property.
Join the Sierra Club, Alabama Chapter, Montgomery Group on a day hike! The trailhead is located on Overlook Drive near Lake Martin Dam. Plan to hike about 4 miles with an optional swim if desired. Dogs on a leash are allowed on trails. There are no restroom facilities at trailhead. Rated moderately strenuous. Cost: Free [...]