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SUMMARY:Garden Care: Marie’s Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join the Garden Gnomes as we weed\, water\, mulch\, and plant throughout the seasons at Marie’s Garden. These workdays are a great way to mingle outdoors\, enjoy beautiful views\, and get your hands a little dirty while caring for vital pollinator habitat at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. \nNo experience required. Wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes. Please bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Extra water\, work gloves and tools will be provided. Complete a separate registration for each individual participating (each person must sign a waiver). Guardians may sign up on behalf of minors. Registration Required. \nSign Up! \nIf this event is canceled due to weather or trail conditions\, we will send a notification to registered participants to the email address provided at sign up.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/garden-care-maries-garden-14/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead)\, 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays on the Trails: Blevins Gap
DESCRIPTION:Nature Writing on the Trail \nBring your creativity to Blevins Gap Nature Preserve North – Fanning Trailhead for a hike and a new way of looking at nature! You will learn how to observe closely and document what you find. Naturalist Julie Williams will lead this hike. \nCost: FREE but only available for Land Trust members at the Trailblazer (Family) level or above. \nReservations: Land Trust members at the Trailblazer (Family) level or above only. Reservations are required. Space is limited. Please register using parent/guardian’s information (name on your Land Trust membership) and select spots for the number of children only. Adults do not need to reserve a spot for themselves. Registered participants will receive an email with full details closer to the event. There are no waitlists for these events. If spaces become available\, registration will reopen so please check back if you’re interested in attending. \nAges: 6-12 years. An accompanying adult is required for all programs. \nWhat to Bring: We recommend close-toed shoes\, long pants\, bug spray\, and water. \nLocation: Blevins Gap North\, Fanning Trailhead\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \n*This trailhead is located behind Southeast Church of the Nazarene on Cecil Ashburn Drive. \nSign Up \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/tuesdays-on-the-trails-blevins-gap/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T183012Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Build: Blevins Gap
DESCRIPTION:Join us in a Trail Build as we extend Bailey Cove Trail to create a new loop at Blevins Gap North. Volunteers may hike up to 3 miles with more than 250 feet of elevation change. \nNo experience required. Please wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes. Bug spray\, sunscreen\, work gloves\, eye protection\, and water recommended. Complete a separate registration for each individual participating (each person must sign a waiver). Guardians may sign up on behalf of minors. Registration Required. \nMeeting Location: Walsingham Trailhead – (7855 Walsingham Rd SEHuntsville\, AL 35802) From Cecil Ashburn Drive\, at the first traffic signal\, turn left onto Donegal Drive SE. Proceed .4 miles to Walsingham Road SE and turn left. \nSign Up! \nIf this event is canceled due to weather or trail conditions\, we will send a notification to registered participants to the email address provided at sign up.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/trail-build-blevins-gap-18/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Walsingham Trailhead)\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T183013Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Care: Marie’s Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join the Garden Gnomes as we weed\, water\, mulch\, and plant throughout the seasons at Marie’s Garden. These workdays are a great way to mingle outdoors\, enjoy beautiful views\, and get your hands a little dirty while caring for vital pollinator habitat at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. \nNo experience required. Wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes. Please bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Extra water\, work gloves and tools will be provided. Complete a separate registration for each individual participating (each person must sign a waiver). Guardians may sign up on behalf of minors. Registration Required. \nSign Up! \nIf this event is canceled due to weather or trail conditions\, we will send a notification to registered participants to the email address provided at sign up.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/garden-care-maries-garden-15/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead)\, 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T103000
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SUMMARY:Tuesdays on the Trails: Blevins Gap
DESCRIPTION:Sunlight and Chlorophyll \nToday’s Tuesdays on the Trail is brought to you by the color green! Join Bob Carroll at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve North* to explore the nature of sunlight and color\, and to experiment with making leaf prints and using pinhole cameras. \nCost: FREE but only available for Land Trust members at the Trailblazer (Family) level or above. \nReservations: Land Trust members at the Trailblazer (Family) level or above only. Reservations are required. Space is limited. Please register using parent/guardian’s information (name on your Land Trust membership) and select spots for the number of children only. Adults do not need to reserve a spot for themselves. Registered participants will receive an email with full details closer to the event. There are no waitlists for these events. If spaces become available\, registration will reopen so please check back if you’re interested in attending. \nAges: 6-12 years. An accompanying adult is required for all programs. \nWhat to Bring: We recommend close-toed shoes\, long pants\, bug spray\, and water. \nLocation: Blevins Gap North\, Fanning Trailhead\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \n*This trailhead is located behind Southeast Church of the Nazarene on Cecil Ashburn Drive. \nSign Up \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/tuesdays-on-the-trails-blevins-gap-2/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Guided Hikes
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SUMMARY:Hump Day Hike at Blevins Gap
DESCRIPTION:Hump Day Hike at Blevins Gap North (June 17 3:00-5:30pm)\n(Moderate/ 2 hours/ 3-3.5 miles) Join us for a midweek hike at the Blevins Gap Nature Preserve located in South Huntsville. This hike will start at the Fanning trailhead with a climb up the Fanning Trail to the Stevenson Trail. We will rejoin the Fanning Trail and continue to climb until we hit the Walsingham Trail. We will follow the Walsingham Trail to the downhill Baily Cove Trail and then follow the Jones Valley Loop Trail along the stream back to the trailhead. \nLocation: Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead) – 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \nThis trailhead is located behind Southeast Church of the Nazarene on Cecil Ashburn Drive. You’ll find the trail entrance in the northeast corner of the parking lot behind the church. \nNote: This preserve has multiple trailheads – be sure to go to the right one! \nIn 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. \nSign up \n \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/hump-day-hike-at-blevins-gap/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Guided Hikes
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SUMMARY:Little Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Families with young children (ages 18 months to 3 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. \nLittle Forest Friends is designed with activities for young toddlers (18 months to 3 years) to enjoy\, but older siblings are welcome to join! \n\nCost: FREE but membership to support our mission is very much appreciated.\nReservations: 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.\nAges: 18 months – 3 years. An accompanying adult is required for all programs.\nWhat to Bring: Closed toe shoes are required. We also recommend long pants\, bug spray\, sunscreen\, and water.\n\nLeader: Elizabeth Moats \nLocation: Little Foot Loop at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve\, North (Fanning) Trailhead\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \nRain Date:  May 13 \nIn 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. \nPlease reserve one spot per family\, not per child. \nSign up
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/little-forest-friends-8/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Properties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T110000
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SUMMARY:Garden Care: Marie’s Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join the Garden Gnomes as we weed\, water\, mulch\, and plant throughout the seasons at Marie’s Garden. These workdays are a great way to mingle outdoors\, enjoy beautiful views\, and get your hands a little dirty while caring for vital pollinator habitat at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. \nNo experience required. Wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes. Please bring water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Extra water\, work gloves and tools will be provided. Complete a separate registration for each individual participating (each person must sign a waiver). Guardians may sign up on behalf of minors. Registration Required. \nSign Up! \nIf this event is canceled due to weather or trail conditions\, we will send a notification to registered participants to the email address provided at sign up.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/garden-care-maries-garden-16/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead)\, 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Volunteer Opportunities
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