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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:  April 15 \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-6/
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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SUMMARY:Foraging Hike at Blevins Gap
DESCRIPTION:(Moderate/2 hours/Around 3 miles) Spring is in the air and edible plants are in the forest! Join forager Casey Lanier at the Fanning Trailhead of Blevins Gap to search out the plants and fungi that can be harvested and prepared at home. The route for this hike will be determined the day of the event. \nA FEW NOTES: This hike is educational\, so if you’re looking for a walk with no long stops to talk\, it’s probably not what you’re looking for. The hike is scheduled to last 2 hours\, but it may run long. This hike around the preserve is not intended for collection or consumption of species\, but more for identification and educational knowledge. \nLocation: Blevins Gap Nature Preserve North (Fanning Trailhead) – 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \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/foraging-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T143000
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Teen Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 \nBlevins Gap Nature Preserve North \nThis Homeschool Teen Hike will take place at Blevins Gap North at the Fanning Trailhead\, located behind Southeast Church of the Nazarene.  We will follow the Little Foot Loop and Jones Valley Loop trails\, stopping to nature journal and take photos. There is plenty to see along these trails including a creek\, interesting rocks and flora\, mushrooms and lichen. Be sure to dress in layers for the weather\, wear hiking shoes\, and bring a snack and water. \nTo get to the Fanning Trailhead at Blevins Gap North trailhead you will park behind Southeast Church of the Nazarene at 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE\, Huntsville\, AL 35802 \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\, and are welcome to stay at the pavilion. \nHike Leaders: Bri and Adrienne Cobert \nSign Up
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/homeschool-teen-hike-2/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Guided Hikes,Homeschool
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Teen Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026 \nChapman Mountain Nature Preserve \n(Moderate / About 2 hours / About 2 miles or so) Bring a snack and a sketchpad/nature journal (optional) and join us for a monthly Homeschool Teen Hike! Led by Land Trust hike leader Bri Cobert\, this month’s hike will focus on winter tree identification on Chapman Mountain Nature Preserve’s Terry Trail.. The group will stop during the hike to identify trees\, sketch or take pictures. \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\, and are welcome to stay at the pavilion. \nHike Leaders: Bri and Adrienne Cobert \nLocation: Chapman Mountain Mountain Nature Preserve – 1263 U.S Hwy 72 East\, Huntsville\, AL 35811 \nDirections: 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. \nSign Up
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/homeschool-teen-hike/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapman Mountain,Education,Guided Hikes,Homeschool
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SUMMARY:Little Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Please note the new ages!  Do you have a friend ages 3 – 5 years?  If so\, please take a look at our Forest Friends offering. \nFamilies 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:  February 11 \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-5/
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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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T044721Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Mountain Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Families with elementary aged children are invited to attend these homeschool enrichment program events focused on exploring the natural environment to develop a connection to the land\, to wildlife and to each other. We will learn about Alabama’s biodiversity and natural resources through weekly seasonal nature-based themes. \nWe will read literature together to spark curiosity about the natural world\, we will discover and explore our natural environment together through walks and family-led activities\, we will introduce the concept of field journaling as a way to capture our discoveries\, and ultimately we will foster community through interactions in our natural environment. \nAdditional Notes: \n\nPlease dress appropriately and bring your own water/snacks for a short hike.\nParticipants will be provided with a field journal; participants are encouraged to keep the field journal and bring to future events.\nFamilies are invited to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after the event.\n\nAges: Elementary aged children (ages 5-11) and their caregivers \nLeader: Kelly Turner \n\n\nBlevins Gap Nature Preserve North (Fanning Trailhead) \n\n\n\n\nSign Up
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/monday-mountain-explorers-7/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Education,Homeschool
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SUMMARY:Trail Care: Blevins Gap North
DESCRIPTION:Help perform cutbacks and general trail maintenance throughout the preserve. \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. \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-care-blevins-gap-north-7/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blevins Gap,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160851
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T062522Z
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SUMMARY:Little Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Please note the new ages!  Do you have a friend ages 3 – 5 years?  If so\, please take a look at our Forest Friends offering. \nFamilies 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:  January 14 \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-4/
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:20251208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160851
CREATED:20251122T031847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T065938Z
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SUMMARY:Little Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Please note the new ages!  Do you have a friend ages 3 – 5 years?  If so\, please take a look at our Forest Friends offering. \nFamilies 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:  December 10 \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-3/
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:20251013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160851
CREATED:20250929T225740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T152707Z
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SUMMARY:Little Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:Please note the new ages!  Do you have a friend ages 3 – 5 years?  If so\, please take a look at our Forest Friends offering. \nFamilies 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:  October 15 \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 https://signup.com/go/DHtvJvv
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/little-forest-friends-2/
LOCATION:Blevins Gap Nature Preserve (Fanning Trailhead)\, 2275 Cecil Ashburn Drive\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chapman Mountain,Education,Properties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T160851
CREATED:20250830T011552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T221338Z
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SUMMARY:Hike Blevins North
DESCRIPTION:(Moderate / Around an hour / .75 miles) Come enjoy the beginning of fall on the Jones Valley Loop Trail at Blevins Gap. This is one of the shorter loops available on Land Trust properties and fairly accessible to beginning hikers. There is some climbing though\, so it’s not too easy. 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. \nSign up \nIf this event is canceled due to weather you will be contacted through the email provided during registration.
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/hike-blevins-north/
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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