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SUMMARY:Senior Saunter at Monte Sano: Bankhead Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:27 September 2026 Sunday \nMonte Sano Nature Preserve – Old RR Bed Trail     2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFrom the Saunter leader\, Lynne Weninegar:   \n\nSenior 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. \nFirst-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! \n\nMeet at the parking lot off Toll Gate/Bankhead Pkwy. This walk will take us through a historic area of the Monte Sano Nature Preserve. We will follow the path of one of the country’s oldest and shortest-lived\, rail corridors—Monte Sano Railway. As you hike the narrow dirt and stone bed\, you will pass waterfalls and the original stone bridge supports. FREE Audio Trail Tour along Old Railroad Bed Trail available in the TravelStorys app. Birds will be out and about\, trees will be showing some Fall colors\, and the saunter is sure to be fun and memorable! \nSign Up \n 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/senior-saunter-at-monte-sano-bankhead-trailhead/
LOCATION:Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead)\, 2442 Bankhead Parkway\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Guided Hikes,Monte Sano
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SUMMARY:ACT Prep Workshop at Monte Sano Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Ah\, fall break! The perfect time to get outside and…study for the ACT? Actually\, this workshop is designed for all high school students who are looking for a new way to learn vocabulary quickly\, especially in the science disciplines. Join educator Elizabeth Moats at the Bankhead Pavilion for an afternoon of discussion and activities focused around making test prep easier in a camp-style atmosphere. This workshop will cover approximately 150 of the most commonly seen terms in the ACT Science section. All learning materials will be provided. Please come in long pants and close-toed\, comfortable walking shoes and bring water and a snack.\nLocation: Monte Sano Nature Preserve\, Bankhead Trailhead\, 2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE\, Huntsville\, AL 35801 \nMeet at the pavilion  \nThis preserve has multiple trailheads. Be sure to come 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
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/act-prep-workshop-at-monte-sano-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead)\, 2442 Bankhead Parkway\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Monte Sano
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SUMMARY:Monday Mountain Explorers: Monte Sano Nature Preserve\, Bankhead Trailhead
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. \nAges: Elementary aged children (ages 5-11) and their caregivers \nLeader: Jen Jackson \n\n\nMonte Sano Nature Preserve\, Bankhead Trailhead\, 2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE\, Huntsville\, AL 35801 \n\nSign Up 
URL:https://hvilleblast.com/event/monday-mountain-explorers-monte-sano-nature-preserve-bankhead-trailhead/
LOCATION:Monte Sano Nature Preserve (Bankhead Trailhead)\, 2442 Bankhead Parkway\, Huntsville\, AL\, 35801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Homeschool,Monte Sano
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