Planting seeds in the “good soil” of the Singing River Trail
Through an enormous greenway initiative, the Singing River Trail continues to blaze a path that will eventually connect the towns in North Alabama with over 200 miles of outdoor trail system. Once completed, the trail will, of course, offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, health and wellness. The Singing River [...]
5 reasons a skate park for Hoover just makes sense
Skateboarding has caught the attention of downtown Birmingham and the City of Huntsville; with the public support of legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk. However, there is still a need for a significant home base in the state. While City Walk in Birmingham attracted over 45,000 visitors in just 6-months, the [...]
The Northern Alabama glamping experience bringing visitors from all over the state
Lying on a luxury queen-sized bed within a tent, one thought comes to my mind: ‘Can I get those cicadas to sing a show tune?’ Such thoughts also brought interior laughter at my odd request for nature’s top 40 singers. It made me realize I had left behind deadlines, [...]
Oak Mountain’s Lunker Lake Trail opens just in time for Alabama’s spring weather
(Oak Mountain State Park/Facebook) Oak Mountain State Park is the largest state park in Alabama and offers over 11,000 acres. Oak Mountain is home to “more than 100 miles of trails, an 18-hole golf course and driving range, horseback riding facilities, fishing lakes, boat rentals, picnic and [...]
Don’t be a fossil fool… attend one of these Alabama Earth Day events
As Earth Day approaches, individuals and organizations across Alabama are gearing up to celebrate the planet and promote sustainable living practices. From electric vehicle expos to recycling events and educational programs for all ages, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a positive impact on the [...]
3 fresh ways to give Alabama flowers this Mother’s Day
A single flower can be worth a thousand words. (SoulGrown - All Rights Reserved) Whether a first date rose or a Mother's Day bouquet, flowers are a great way to show that you care. No matter the occasion, they have a way of saying what you might [...]
