5 Creeks in the South Birmingham Area for Kids to Splash In!
We are lucky to have so many great creeks in the South Birmingham region where kids can splash and play -…
What's on Your Family's Summer Bucket List?
Summer might not officially start until June 20, but the late sunsets, blooming flowers, and -- most impo…
Alabama State Parks Naturalists to Provide Virtual Programming
For all those nature lovers who are unable to visit one of the beautiful Alabama State Parks due to the C…
Fee-Free Days at National Parks in 2020, and Advice From an Expert
My family and I love exploring national parks each summer. We pick a state and then visit as many of them…
National Park Service Offers Free Admission to 4th Graders, Families
Hey fourth graders! Take your family to see America's natural wonders and historic sites this year ..…
Sponsored Things to Do With Kids in Decatur, Al: Cook Museum and Point Mallard
We decided to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of the school year all in one fantastic, long…
Outdoor Alabama Experience Coming to Oak Mountain in September
The Alabama State Parks and Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries divisions have teamed up to host the first…
Prairie Creek Campground: Waterfront Camping Two Hours From Birmingham
Do you like camping, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, or relaxing with a waterfront view? If you lik…
Free Admission on Bicentennial Day at Alabama State Parks, July 19
The Alabama State Parks Division will celebrate 200 years of Alabama statehood on the 200th day of 2019 &…
5 Great Parks and Playgrounds in the South Birmingham Area
We are lucky in the South Birmingham area to have so many great playgrounds and parks to explore. From sw…
Macaroni Kid is Growing: New Sites Added in Alabama and Beyond
You already know that Macaroni Kid is a great resource for finding things to do with kids near where you…
Montevallo to Celebrate Grand Opening of Shoal Creek Park
The 2nd Annual Love Montevallo Day will be held on Saturday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Shoal Cr…
Moss Rock Preserve: a Natural Playground!
The way-too-short taste of cool, fall weather we had a few weeks ago got me itching for a good hike! An…
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