Winter Showcase Series

On Alabama's Beaches

Jack Sparrow at the Winter Showcase Series on Alabama's Beaches
Rouses Chef at the Winter Showcase Series

A Season of Winter Showcases

Alabama's Beaches offers a free educational series highlighting a variety of local interests, including history, nature, and local authors. The presentations begin at 10:30 a.m. and last approximately 60 minutes. The series takes place at the Learning Campus.


Showcase Presentation Schedule

Registration Open

 

Date Showcase Presentation
Mon, Jan 19 NEW Addition:  Gopher Tortoise Research & Conservation in Gulf State Park
Tue, Jan 20 Blockade and Battle: Mobile Bay in the Civil War
Wed, Jan 21 Unusual Beach Life Uncovered
Thu, Jan 22 From Railroads to Tall Tales: The Wonders of Early Foley
Fri, Jan 23 Coastal Alabama: A Hotspot for Biodiversity

 

Registration Open
Date Showcase Presentation
Mon, Jan 26 Cooking with Rouses (Chef Chad Kirtland) -FULL
Tue, Jan 27 Carnival in Mobile (Mardi Gras)
Wed, Jan 28 Pirates of the Gulf
Thu, Jan 29 City of Orange Beach Updates
Fri, Jan 30 Delta and Bay Conservation Center at Five Rivers

 

Registration Opens Jan 19
Date Showcase Presentation
Mon, Feb 2 We Don’t Push in Fairhope
Tue, Feb 3 Wings over the Gulf: A Look into Coastal Alabama's Unique Birdlife
Wed, Feb 4 Gulf Shores Police Fraud & Scam Prevention
Thu, Feb 5 Southern Rivers: Restoring America’s Freshwater Biodiversity
Fri, Feb 6 The Last Slave Ship

 

Registration Opens Jan 26
Date Showcase Presentation
Mon, Feb 9 Real Weather or Fake Photos?
Tue, Feb 10 Shrimp Tales: Understanding Alabama’s Seafood Labeling Laws & How to Support Local Seafood
Wed, Feb 11 City of Gulf Shores Updates
Thu, Feb 12 Native American Ceramic Art of the Northern Gulf Coast
Fri, Feb 13 Discover Alabama's Wild Side!

 

Registration Opens Feb 2
Date Showcase Presentation
Mon, Feb 16 Cooking with Rouses (Chef John Helmers)
Tue, Feb 17  MARDI GRAS - NO PRESENTATION TODAY
Wed, Feb 18 Oysters in Mobile Bay: The Life, the Loss, and the Return
Thu, Feb 19 TBA
Fri, Feb 20 A Celebration of Alabama’s Diversity and a Prescription for How to Protect it

For questions or interest in participating in a future event, please contact Janna Nelson at [email protected]

 

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Maps and Directions to the Learning Campus

The Learning Campus is at 20115 State Park Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, behind the Gulf State Park headquarters.

Campus Map

Interested in attending other Learning Campus happenings before or after the Showcase? Visit the Learning Campus site for more information!
 
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Winter Showcase Series
Winter Showcase Series

FAQs

What things are there for snowbirds to do on Alabama’s Beaches?

There are lots of fantastic snowbird activities for winter guests along Alabama’s Beaches. The area has nature trails and parks, museums and historical sites, live music spots, local events, and golf courses.

Are there snowbird clubs in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach?

Yes. There are snowbird clubs for 10 states along Alabama’s Beaches. These groups regularly host outings, potlucks, and other community gatherings.

Where can I meet other snowbirds on Alabama’s Beaches?

Meeting other snowbirds is easy on Alabama’s Beaches. Snowbirds can join state snowbird clubs, attend community events, visit local restaurants, and connect through other snowbird activities.

Where should I stay for a snowbird trip on Alabama’s Beaches?

Many lodging options across Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan offer long-term stays for winter guests. As you plan your trip, look for rentals that offer snowbird-friendly amenities that will make your stay more comfortable and convenient. 

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