Family Fun in Nature/Diversión familiar en la naturaleza

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All are welcome to this bilingual program celebrating Latino Conservation Week! Latino Conservation Week, which occurs from September 13th through September 21st, is an initiative that aims to support the Latino community getting into nature and participating in activities to better understand and appreciate our natural resources and outdoor spaces.

Join the Jefferson County Greenways team at Red Mountain Park on September 14th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, to enjoy hands-on activities and events in nature. This family-friendly event will allow attendees to connect with nature and fellow community members through activities such as scavenger hunts and a live animal program. Be sure to stick around after the festivities conclude to grab a bite to eat from the food truck! Se habla español.

¡Todos son bienvenidos a este evento bilingüe que celebra la Semana de Conservación Latina! La Semana de Conservación Latina, que se celebra del 13 al 21 de septiembre, es una iniciativa que busca fomentar la conexión de la comunidad latina con la naturaleza y su participación en actividades que ayuden a comprender y valorar mejor nuestros recursos naturales y espacios al aire libre.

Únete al equipo de Jefferson County Greenways en Red Mountain Park el 14 de septiembre, de 2:00 a 4:00 PM, para disfrutar de actividades prácticas en la naturaleza. Este evento familiar permitirá a los asistentes conectarse con la naturaleza y con otros miembros de la comunidad a través de actividades como búsquedas del tesoro y un programa con animales en vivo. ¡Asegúrate de quedarte después del evento para disfrutar de algo delicioso del camión de comida!

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Junior Naturalist: Ages 7-9

Is your young learner curious about what it's like to be a naturalist? Join Junior Naturalist for a fun-filled summer of adventure, nature, and learning at Ruffner Mountain!

Junior Naturalist: Ages 10-12

Is your young learner curious about what it's like to be a naturalist? Join Junior Naturalist for a fun-filled summer of adventure, nature, and learning at Ruffner Mountain!

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

MAPS Bird Banding Program

Join JCG and Alabama Audubon to see birds up close as scientists document Ruffner Mountain’s summer bird community through bird banding—the capture, measurement, and release of wild birds.

Tuesday Night Trails

Tuesday Night Trails is a great opportunity for anyone interested in walking and running at Red Mountain Park in a group setting.

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

Tuesday Night Trails

Tuesday Night Trails is a great opportunity for anyone interested in walking and running at Red Mountain Park in a group setting.

Ruffner Mountain Garden Workday

Calling all volunteers! Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we tend our native habitat gardens at Ruffner Mountain.

Red Mountain Pollinator Garden Workday

Calling all Volunteers! Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and Volunteer Lead, Larry Stephens, for our monthly Red Mountain Pollinator Garden workdays.

Meadow Restoration and Invasive Plants Walk & Talk

Learn about the Red Mountain Park meadow restoration project from our Land and Water Conservation Director, Charles Yeager, along with Alabama Cooperative Extension agents, Lynn Dickinson and Dylan Taylor, who will lead a naturalist walk to discuss plant communities and the threats invasive species pose.

A History of Our Greenspaces

Join a panel discussion led by Tom Spencer, Chairman of Jefferson County Greenways Commission, Mark Kelly, author of Back to Nature: A History of Birmingham's Ruffner Mountain and JCG staff to learn more about the history of our three large acreage green spaces and the formation of Jefferson County Greenways.

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

Nighttime Spider Hike

Prepare for the spooky season with the Jefferson County Greenways’ Naturalists. Meet at the pavilion for a fun-filled evening of spider spotting and fascinating, hands-on nature education for all ages.

Sense and Response - Nature Drawing Workshop

As the contemporary art world witnesses an exciting revival in drawing directly from nature, come join the movement with local interdisciplinary artist Annie Kammerer Butrus as she leads a creativity workshop in this timeless practice.

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

Join Jefferson County Greenways and VIPER (Venomous Improved Preparedness for Emergency Responders) for a workshop where participants will learn to identify, safely handle (with tools), capture, and relocate Alabama's venomous snakes.

Mindful Nature Walk

Join Ashley Clarke for a mindful walk. This experience is an invitation to slow down and be present through walking meditation, observation, and intentional connection to the natural world.

Ruffner Mountain Garden Workday

Calling all volunteers! Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we tend our native habitat gardens at Ruffner Mountain.

Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

Landscaping with Native Plants Workshop

In this workshop, you’ll learn about Alabama native plants, the best ways to plant them, and landscaping design tips. You’ll also get a tour of the Ruffner Mountain habitat garden and get hands-on experience with propagating plants.

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Calling all Volunteers! Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and Volunteer Lead, Larry Stephens, for our monthly Red Mountain Pollinator Garden workdays.

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Greenhouse Workdays at TCNP

Come join our Volunteer Coordinator and our Conservation Director as we seek to accomplish various tasks at the Turkey Creek greenhouse!

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Join the JCG Naturalists for a fun, interactive exploration of the amazing biodiversity of Turkey Creek. Go on an engaging guided hike, and then jump in the creek and catch some magnificent macroinvertebrates.