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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. 

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.
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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.

A Climber’s Paradise Right Here in Alabama

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

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.

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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 U.S.’s longest annual paddle race, The Great Alabama 650.

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State Park Directors Experience Alabama’s Gulf Coast 

A recent conference at Gulf State Park brought state parks directors together to discuss state park improvements while showing off the experiences of the Gulf Coast.

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Report: Little River Canyon Generated Nearly $500M in Economic Output

Discover the impact of Little River Canyon, a national preserve, that’s generated nearly half a billion dollars for Alabama’s economy.

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The Pinhoti Trail Welcomes New Hikers

The Pinhoti Trail offers an alternative route that long-distance backpackers can hike instead of the Appalachian Trail, and Innovate Alabama is investing $1.5 million in improvements to the trail.

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Lake Eufala Hosts Fishing Day for Kids with Special Needs

Thanks to C.A.S.T for Kids, a program designed to provide children with special needs the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful outdoor recreation experience, dozens of children learned the fun of fishing at Lake Eufala.

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