Guided Nature Tours

This energetic hike is the perfect way to kick-start your standard New Year’s resolutions of exercising and appreciating the nature that surrounds you! Join Russell Lands Naturalist Marianne Gauldin for an educational foray into our winter forest. The lifestyles of some Russell Forest residents change pace in the winter, but signs of life are everywhere. Find out which forest residents are dormant and which are dynamic: cold weather won’t slow us down!  We will search for signs of increasing activity while the day warms. Appropriate for seasonally dressed participants ages 5 – 105.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED! There is a $10 fee for this program. Please contact our Naturalist at 256-496-2710 to inquire and to register in advance.

For all Guided Nature Tours: It is recommended that you have a moderate fitness level and are able to stand or walk for at least two hours. Walking pace will be relaxed with frequent stops. Comfortable, seasonally appropriate clothing and shoes are advised. You may also want to bring bottled water. Binoculars and cameras are welcome. Remember, there are no bathrooms on the Forest Trails.