11The Alabama Wildlife Federation strives to educate our children about the wonders of Alabama’s outdoors including our rich natural history and biodiversity through our Conservation Education programs. For more information about any of our Alabama Nature Center Programs, please email anc@alabamawildlife.orgWEEKEND EVENTS:
- NaturePlex
23,000 square foot structural facility that serves as the Welcome and Education Center. Open 6 days/week (Monday-Saturday) from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - ANC Weekends
Open to the Public from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Upcoming Events
Check out the calendar to see what events are coming up.
TEACHERS:
- Alabama Nature Center Field Trips
Provide fun and exciting, customized field trip opportunities for students in grades Pre K-12 - Early Explorers Program
Bring your youngest explorers to enjoy a nature-themed story, craft, hike, game, or animal encounter - Homeschool Programs
Nature-infused programming that will compliment your homeschool curriculum - Nature On Wheels
The ANC will visit your location and provide a quality educational program - Christmas at the ANC
Come join Santa for a fun-filled day of outdoor Christmas activities! Opportunities are available for school groups.
CAMPS:
- Expedition Lanark Summer Day Camp
Full day summer camp that provides hands-on, outdoor educational activities - Expedition Lanark Spring Break Camp
Spend your spring break exploring the wonderful world of nature - Thanksgiving Day Camp
3-Day Camp your kids will gobble up…where there is sure to be a ton of turkeying around!
SPECIAL 1-DAY ACTIVITIES:
- Birthday Parties
A fun place to host your kids a WILD birthday party - Team Building
A series of real and imaginary obstacles designed to challenge groups and individuals to work together to accomplish a task. Communication, trust, self confidence and learning to define goals are the cornerstones of this program. - Critter Crawl
The Critter Crawl will feature a 5K run along our beautiful trails - Christmas at the ANC on Saturday
Enjoy hayrides, Christmas crafts, decorating cookies, a movie special and much more - Golden Expeditions Program (Age 40 & Up)
- A great program for individuals 40 & up to enjoy the outdoors at the NaturePlex!
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