Families are invited to join us for a joyful spring celebration out in the pasture, surrounded by furry and feathered friends. Kids can explore the grounds during our colorful Easter egg hunt, decorate their own eggs at the craft tables, and snap a...
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The Alabama Archaeological Society invites everyone to join us next Tuesday for a very special talk by Nicholas Wood, Ph.D. to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. An associate professor of history at...
Explore the rich diversity of local sea life in the Gulf of Mexico with our Park Naturalist. Discover facts about the various marine species that inhabit these waters. Bring along any beach treasures you've collected, and we'll assist you in...
Whether your young explorer is already working on their Junior Ranger certification or wants to get started today, join us at the pier for an adventure where theyll learn about local coastal wildlife, the coastal ecosystem, and how they can help...
Find your way through the night sky by learning how to locate constellations!
Stop by Lake Shelby Picnic Area between 1 pm and 2 pm to meet some of our native animals! Discover how these remarkable species help educate our visitors about conservation efforts at Gulf State Park. Learn about their natural behaviors and the...
Learn to create your own vitamin SEA in this exciting Eco-Art class! Today we will learn about the Gulf's salinity and how to harvest your very own sea salt before using chemistry to create all-natural, fizzy bath products. These products are a...
Join one of our park naturalists for a guided hike on Eagle Loop. This hike will be about 1.6 miles total, with some sections on unpaved paths. The hike will start at Lakeview Trailhead and will end at the eagles nest. The hike will also stop at the...
Join a Learning Campus Educator to learn all about what can be found in and around our beach ecosystems. Finish the class by creating your own beautiful glass terrarium filled with natural items that mimic what can be found on our shores. You are...
Our glorious Gulf holds many magnificent creatures, among them are the Gastropods. Learn more about the intriguing lives of these creatures and why they make slime! We will be creating our own slime, just like slugs and snails, after our short lesson...