Forest Friends

Please note the new ages!  Do you have a younger friend ages 18 months to 3 years?  If so, please take a look at our Little Forest Friends offering.

Families with young children (ages 3 to 5 years) are invited to attend these nature discovery events designed to inspire a sense of wonder about the natural world. Through the sharing of stories, songs, and art, each playful exploration engages both adults and children as we make new discoveries about the plants and animals in this beautiful forest habitat. Because we believe that we protect the places that we love, we hope to inspire young children to feel a friendly, respectful connection to nature – forming a foundation for curiosity and enjoyment to last a lifetime. Families are welcome to stay after the event to enjoy a picnic from home.

Forest Friends is designed with activities for older toddlers and preschoolers (ages 3 to 5 years) to enjoy, but younger siblings are welcome!

• Cost: FREE but membership to support our mission is very much appreciated.
• Reservations: Reservations are required. Space is limited. Please register using parent/guardian’s information and reserve one spot per family (not per child). There are no waitlists for these events. If spaces become available, registration will reopen so please check back if you’re interested in attending.
• Ages: 3 – 5 years. An accompanying adult is required for all programs.
• What to Bring: Closed toe shoes are required. We also recommend long pants, bug spray, sunscreen, and water.

Leader: Angie McCollum

Location: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve, 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East, Huntsville, AL 35811

Directions: Coming from Huntsville, cross Chapman Mountain and u-turn at Moores Mill Road. When safe, get into the merge lane on the right (plenty of time). When the silver guard rail ends, be ready to turn right onto the paved entrance. Drive through the gate and down the gravel road to the parking area at the bottom of the hill.

Rain Date: September 24

In the event this hike has to be canceled due to weather or trail conditions, we will send a notification to the email address you use to register.

Please reserve one spot per family, not per child.

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