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Surfing the Alabama Waves
The existence of sandy shores flips the perception of Alabama on its head. The next surprise? Alabama has the surf culture to match.
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Lighting the Night: Alabama’s Dismals Canyon Offers a Rare After-Dark Show
It’s dark as we descend the wooden staircase, but by the time we take our first steps onto the canyon floor, darkness has taken on a whole new meaning. Most of our group brandished iPhone flashlights on the journey down, but now that we’ve reached our destination, our guide instructs us to switch them off.…
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The Group Behind Maintaining Central Alabama’s Mountain Biking Trails
If you’ve ever heard the breeze rustle through the leaves in the trees of Oak Mountain State Park on a bike ride or felt the sun on your face as you raced down Trussville City Park, you’ve benefited from the work of a group of volunteers—even if you didn’t know it. Come for the biking,…
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The birds are here: Fall and winter birds in AL
As temps drop throughout the fall and winter in Alabama, migrating birds fill the skies. These are prime conditions for birdwatchers across the state, bringing species you can’t find any other time of year. What will you see this season?
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13 Breathtaking Sites to see Fall Colors in AL
Experience a colorful autumn in Alabama between late October and early November at one of these 13 breathtaking spots around the state.
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How a HudsonAlpha Economic Developer Explores Alabama
When Tyler Clark isn’t working as an economic developer at HudsonAlpha, he’s diving deep into outdoor exploration: hiking, biking and caving the state.
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Falling In Love with DeSoto State Park, AL’s Hidden Gem
Hidden in North Alabama is DeSoto State Park. It has plentiful waterfalls, an abundance of activities and an extraordinary history, all just a little over an hour from Huntsville.
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Why Corey Anand and His Innovative Startup Moved to Alabama
Every day, more people and companies set their sights on life in Alabama—people like Corey Anand, founder and CEO of Kaya. Find out why he moved to Birmingham.
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Why an Outdoors Startup Founder And His Family Moved to Alabama
For Alabama landowners, these natural assets represent a unique opportunity to connect with visitors hungry for authentic outdoor experiences. That’s where LandTrust.com and its founder and CEO (and new Alabama resident) Nic De Castro steps in.
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The Ultimate South AL Guide to Saltwater Fishing
Wherever you find yourself in Alabama, the perfect fishing venture is less than a day’s journey. The coast has more than a hundred saltwater fish species and countless game fish awaiting your hook.
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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.
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Connecting Visitors with Birds and Nature in the Black Belt
Alabama is a birder’s paradise, with more than 420 species calling the state home. Step outside anywhere from the Gulf Coast to the Appalachian foothills and you’ll likely hear the distinctive calls of cardinals, wood thrushes, or yellow-rumped warblers. These diverse bird populations haven’t just enriched Alabama’s natural heritage – they’ve alsocreated a growing ecotourism…