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SUMMARY:30th Annual Thanksgiving Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Thanksgiving Day tradition! Get ready for your Thanksgiving feast by starting the morning off with a Monte Sano hike led by Land Trust volunteers and staff. \nThis year is a bit different because our hike starts at the Three Caves Trailhead due to the Bankhead Trailhead being closed for construction of the Tollgate Greenway.  We’re also giving hikers two choices: \nThe shorter option\, led by David Young\, starts at the Three Caves Trailhead and heads east on the Waterline Trail. When hikers get to the Young-Kennedy Trail\, they will head north on Young-Kennedy to the Wagon Trail.  Heading north on the Wagon Trail\, hikers will continue on to the Alms House Trail.  They will then take the Alms House Trail back to the trailhead. (2.05 miles / moderately difficult) \nThe longer option\, led by Bruce Martin\, starts at the Three Caves Trailhead and heads north on the Alms House Trail.  Once hikers reach the Sink Hole Trail\, they will take it north to meet the Wildflower Trail.  They will head east on the Wildflower Trail\, taking it to the Wagon Trail.  They will take Wagon Trail south to meet the Young-Kennedy Trail.  Taking the Young-Kennedy trail south\, hikers will continue to the Waterline Trail\, which they will take west\, using it to return to the trailhead.  (3.25 miles / moderately difficult with a climb) \nTrailhead: Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Three Caves Trailhead) – 901 Kennamer Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35801 \nSign up for the shorter hike \nSign up for the longer hike \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. \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/30th-annual-thanksgiving-day-hike/
LOCATION:Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Three Caves Trailhead)\, 901 Kennamer Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes,Monte Sano
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SUMMARY:Cane Creek Devil’s Hollow Fundraiser Hike
DESCRIPTION:(Difficult/ around 8 miles/around 4-5 hours) Hikers will join Cane Creek Advisory committee members Joseph Rickard and Patrick Shremshock on a hike to Cane Creek’s Devil’s Hollow. This hike will be moderate to high difficulty due to the distance of the hike. The round trip will be approximately 8 miles. Participants are asked to bring a lunch and a full water bottle (there are refilling stations along the way)\, as we will be stopping to eat lunch at the hollow and explore the bluffs. With the leaves falling from the trees\, Devil’s Hollow is a sight worth seeing! We will also explore several waterfalls\, so bring a camera or phone. \nDonations are requested to attend but are not requried. Donations can be made on the Land Trust of North Alabama website (landtrustnal.org/cane-creek-preserve) or cash donations can be accepted in the donation box onsite. \nRegister \nLocation: Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve \nIn the event that weather or trail conditions require us to cancel this hike\, a message will be sent to the email address you use to register.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/cane-creek-devils-hollow-fundraiser-hike/
LOCATION:Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve\, 251 Loop Rd\, Tuscumbia\, Alabama\, 35674\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cane Creek,Guided Hikes
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SUMMARY:Hike at Blevins Gap South
DESCRIPTION:(Moderate / 2.5 hours / 3.25 miles) Blevins Gap Nature Preserve provides some of the best views of Huntsville in the area. If you’ve not seen the city (and Jackson County to the east) from this vantage point\, you’re going to want to check it out! This hike is rated moderate\, but it does start with a significant climb of some 300 feet over the first half mile of walking. After that\, it levels off for an easy walk. The hike will start at Blevins Gap Trailhead and head south on Bill and Marion Certain Trail. At the final overlook\, the group will head back to the north on West Bluff Trail\, then take Certain Trail back to the parking lot. \nLocation: Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead) – 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \nNote: This preserve has multiple trailheads so be sure you go to the right one! \nSign up \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. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/hike-at-blevins-gap-south/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Blevins Gap Trailhead)\, 3470 Cecil Ashburn Dr. SE\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T160000
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SUMMARY:Senior Saunters: Bradford Creek Greenway
DESCRIPTION:What will we discover during our last saunter of the year? Please join us at Bradford Creek Greenway to find out! \nParticipants should not expect to hike more than one mile during these events; however\, please remember that most Land Trust trails are dirt\, contain loose rocks and roots\, and can be uneven in many places. Participants need to gauge whether they have the mobility and fitness to navigate these trails on foot before signing up for a hike. \nThis hike series is for Land Trust members; members are welcome to bring a guest to an event\, and if the guest would like to continue attending\, he or she is encouraged to become a member. \nLocation: Heritage Elementary School\, 11775 County Line Rd\, Madison\, AL 35758.  Trail can be accessed via entrance at the north side of the school. \nHike Leader: Lynne Weninegar \nSign up  \nIn the event that this hike has to be canceled due to weather or trail conditions\, a message will be sent to the email address you use to register.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/senior-saunters-bradford-creek-greenway-2/
LOCATION:Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead)\, 2442 Bankhead Parkway\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guided Hikes,Member-Only Events,Monte Sano
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SUMMARY:Hike at Chapman Mountain
DESCRIPTION:(Moderate / probably a bit more than 2 hours / 3 miles)  Come join us at the Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve as we hike the “high trails” of the preserve.  This hike will give us the opportunity to get out and see the upper elevations of the preserve.  We’ll start by heading south from the pavilion on the Moonshine Trail.  We’ll take the Whole Planet Trail to the Terry Trail for a walk up the hill.  A loop on the Bulldog trail will bring the group around to catch the Terry Trail back down to the pavilion. \nHike Leaders: Jon Rossow and Robbie Wilkins \nSign up \nIn the event this hike has to be canceled due to weather\, we will send a notification to the email address you used to register. \nLocation: Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve\, 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East\, Huntsville\, AL 35811 (Directions: Coming from Huntsville\, cross Chapman Mountain on Hwy 72 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.)
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/hike-at-chapman-mountain-2/
LOCATION:Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve\, 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35811\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapman Mountain,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T120000
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SUMMARY:Teen Homeschool Hike at Wade Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the monthly Teen Homeschool Hike at Wade Mountain Nature Preserve. We will start at Spragins Hollow Trailhead\, passing through the woods and then going uphill to the top of the trail. Most of the elevation change is gradual\, but a couple of small areas are moderately challenging for some people. The loop at the top of the trail\, called the Devil’s Racetrack\, features interesting rock formations and at times\, beautiful wildflowers. Between the forested area and the more open area at the top of the trail\, you will see two very different landscapes. \nThis hike is for teens\, ages 12 – 17. A parent or guardian must accompany each teen to the preserve\, and we ask that younger siblings not attend. Parents and guardians don’t have to hike. Be sure to dress in layers for the weather\, wear hiking shoes\, and bring a snack and water. We will stop along the trail for nature journaling or taking photos\, so bring your favorite art supplies! \nHike Leaders: Bri and Adrienne Cobert \nLocation: Wade Mountain Nature Preserve (Spragins Hollow Trailhead) – 10130 Spragins Hollow Road NW\, Huntsville\, AL 35810 (off of Winchester Road) \nPlease note\, this preserve has multiple trailheads – be sure to go to the right one! \nSign up \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.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/teen-homeschool-hike-at-wade-mountain/
LOCATION:Wade Mountain Nature Preserve (Spragins Hollow Trailhead)\, 10130 Spragins Hollow Road\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35810\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guided Hikes,Homeschool,Wade Mountain
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T210000
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SUMMARY:Night Hike at Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:(1-1.5 mile / 2 hours) Explore Cane Creek Canyon in the dark and see the glow worms! This will be a leisurely hike to view the glowworms at night. Led by Matt Hester. Donations are requested to attend this hike; all donations will go directly to support the upkeep of Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve. \nInstructions: Meet at the visitor station at 6:45 PM. Hike will end at 9:00 PM. Bring water\, a walking stick\, a snack\, and a flashlight or headlamp. \nHike Leader: Matt Hester and Kat Robertson \nLocation: Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve – 251 Loop Rd\, Tuscumbia\, AL 35674 \nThis hike is donation based. Please support Cane Creek Canyon! Donations can be made on the Land Trust of North Alabama website (landtrustnal.org/cane-creek-preserve) or cash donations can be accepted in the donation box onsite. \nSign Up Here \nIn the event that weather or trail conditions require us to cancel this hike\, a message will be sent to the email address you use to register. \nAdditional support for this event has been provided by the Joel R. Anderson Family Foundation
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/night-hike-at-cane-creek-canyon-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve\, 251 Loop Rd\, Tuscumbia\, Alabama\, 35674\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cane Creek,Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T140000
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SUMMARY:Hike at Rainbow Mountain
DESCRIPTION:(Moderate / Around 2 hours / 2.5 miles) Come for a hike on Land Trust’s newest official trail at Rainbow Mountain–the Rainbolt Trail. Beginning at the Kensington Drive Trailhead\, follow this beautifully built trail up to the Rainbow Mountain Loop\, where you’ll turn north and head to Balance Rock Trail\, observing several of the preserve’s intriguing formations. Come back around Rainbow Loop and back down to Rainbolt for a nice downhill slope to your vehicle. Your hike leader may also have helped to build this trail–if you have any questions about trail building or Rainbolt Trail in particular\, be sure to ask! \nLocation: Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve (Kensington Trailhead) – Located at the end of Kensington Dr\, Madison\, AL 35758. Limited parking. Please carpool. \nSign up \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. \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/hike-at-rainbow-mountain-3/
LOCATION:Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve (Kensington Trailhead)\, Kensington Dr\, Madison\, 35758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guided Hikes,Rainbow Mountain
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251011T145707Z
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SUMMARY:Foraging Hike at Harvest Square
DESCRIPTION:(Easy/about 2 hours/about 2 miles) The days are starting to cool off\, but there are still plenty of foraging treasures to be found if you’re looking in the right places. Join Casey Lanier at Harvest Square to find the fruits of the fall forest on a hike whose route will be determined the day of the event. \nLocation: Harvest Square Nature Preserve – 111 Allyson Sadie Blvd\, Harvest\, AL 35749 \nSign up \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. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/foraging-hike-at-harvest-square/
LOCATION:Harvest Square Nature Preserve\, 111 Allyson Sadie Boulevard\, Harvest\, AL\, 35749\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guided Hikes,Harvest Square
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