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The Underground Guide to Caving in Alabama

The best place for a unique caving experience is right here in Alabama. And not just any caving experience. Some of the nation’s most iconic caves are in Alabama.

Discover the Great Alabama 650, the Crown Jewel of Paddling

On September 21, a group of elite paddlers will embark on a journey like no other: the world’s longest annual paddle race, The Great Alabama 650.

Dive In: Experience Alabama’s Water Wonderland

In February, the Nature Conservancy in Alabama closed a deal with Patagonia and an undisclosed donor to buy and protect America’s Amazon, located in Clarke County, Alabama—an area widely known for its biodiversity and beauty. 
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How Time Outside Helps AL Pros Work Better

For Alabama employees, work-life balance can look like time outside. The best part? Time outside boosts productivity, too.

Tips for Balancing Work + Life Outside with Kids from an Alabama Mom

Kellie Clark returned home to Alabama and discovered how the outdoors set Alabama apart.

A Climber’s Paradise Right Here in Alabama

Discover the park with one of the world’s most concentrated boulder fields.

How This Shopify Data Engineer Spends his Time Outside in Birmingham 

Ryan Boyer works remotely as a staff data engineer for Shopify, and when he’s not at work, he’s exploring his passions outside and adventuring near Birmingham.

8 Inclusive Playgrounds in Alabama

Check out the playgrounds across the state helping children of all abilities play outside.

19 Exciting Outdoor Festivals This Spring in Alabama

Step outside and enjoy the beauty of Alabama in fun, exciting new ways. Whether you’re by yourself, with your family or with your friends, there are so many events across our state.

8 Exciting Outdoor Festivals This Summer in Alabama

From food festivals to concerts, you’ll find the perfect event this summer.

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Connecting Visitors with Birds and Nature in the Black Belt

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In the Wild

Stories from the Trail: Richard Martin

Meet Richard Martin, a local historian and preservationist behind the Richard Martin Trail, part of the Rails-to-Trails network.

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Desoto State Park is Called a “Mini Yosemite”

Find out why a national publication compared the beloved DeSoto State Park to Yosemite National Park.

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Why You Should Hike the Sipsey Wilderness

Garden & Gun dives into what sets Alabama’s Sipsey Wilderness apart.

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715 Acres Added to Flagg Mountain

The Nature Conservancy has added 715 acres of land along the Fenvkvcēkv Creek, further preserving acres of montane longleaf pines.

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