Senior Saunter at Bethel Spring Nature Preserve

Bethel Springs Nature Preserve     9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

From the Saunter leader, Lynne Weninegar: 

Senior Saunter is designed for Land Trust members aged 60 and older (or anyone who feels young at heart and enjoys a slower pace). These gatherings are an opportunity to connect with nature and one another without the pressure of keeping up with a group hike or reaching a destination.  Some participants enjoy taking a leisurely stroll, while others prefer birdwatching, fishing, reading, journaling, photography, or simply sitting and enjoying the scenery. Senior Saunter is about spending time outdoors, making new friends, and experiencing our preserves in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

First-time guests are welcome to join us. We invite returning participants to become Land Trust members and support the conservation of North Alabama’s special places. Please come prepared for the weather and nature’s little distractions. Water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable shoes are always recommended. We look forward to spending time with you on the preserves!

Bethel Spring Nature Preserve is on Keel Mountain with 200 acres open for outdoor recreation. You can saunter on a little under two miles of free trails while exploring upland forest, working farmland, historic sites, an environmentally-significant spring and creek, as well as one of Madison County’s tallest waterfalls. The Bethel Creek Loop Trail is accessible to all “saunterers”, including those with mobility devices. Come meet Lynne and enjoy a treasure of the Land Trust of North Alabama. Bring a camera, your birding binoculars, and a walking stick!

Location: Bethel Spring Nature Preserve – 2641 Cherry Tree Road, Gurley, AL 35748

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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.