April is not too soon to get in the water for plenty of people. But some people are only interested in swimming when the Gulf feels like a soothing, warm bath. Either way, you don’t have to be in the water to enjoy the ocean. If you have never experienced the thrill of gliding along ...Read More
While you are visiting the Gulf Coast be sure to visit Fort Morgan for the annual migratory bird banding. Sponsored by the Hummer Bird Study Group, this is an amazing opportunity to identify and protect hummingbirds, buntings and many other colorful and often rare birds. Fort Morgan’s location at the edge of the beach makes ...Read More
First of all – wear sunscreen. We want you to come back next year and the year after that – so, seriously, wear sunscreen, lots of sunscreen. That said, you may find after a couple of days on the beach that you need to get a little more exercise and a little less sun. Here ...Read More
Go to the Beach – we have miles of pristine beaches for you to enjoy. Typically this time of year the water is more than 70 degrees. If you feel like dipping your toes in, go right ahead. Catch a big fish – experience the thrill of reeling in a salt-water sports fish by booking ...Read More
A host of artists from around the country converges on Orange Beach the second weekend in March for the Orange Beach Festival of Art. Just as the warmer weather draws people outside to appreciate spring, it will be time to admire everything from the quaint to the exquisite. The event is hosted by the Orange ...Read More
Just after sundown, you’ll find parents and kids chasing little sand crabs along the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. It’s a fun activity the entire family can enjoy and teaching kids to release their catch is always a good lesson in ecological awareness. Of course, if you’re looking for crabs to cook up ...Read More
Float under a canopy of trees and discover the legendary "ice box" on the Bon Secour River where you can park your boat and take a refreshing swim in cool waters. Glide along bays and bayous. See Bald Eagles in flight, Osprey along the shore, and Dolphins playfully breaking the water’s surface. With over 250,000 ...Read More
Every year, from May through October, three species of sea turtles nest on the beaches of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Our Loggerhead, Kemp’s Ridley and Green Sea Turtles are protected by the Endangered Species Act and it’s against state law to disturb nesting sea turtles, their hatchlings, or their nests. “Share The Beach” is an Alabama ...Read More
The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail: Dating back to the area's indigenous people, early explorers and settlers of the region, there are many historic points along the way. You may even catch a glimpse of the legendary "Catman" who some believe lurks in the woodlands and swamps. The trail is open daylight hours only, no ...Read More
Sit back and enjoy to the captivating tales of a shrimper. Learn all you need to know about hurricanes as you listen to the voices of Hurricane Hunters flying through a storm. “Portrait of A Fishing Village” tells the stories of 18th century families who first settled along the north side of Little Lagoon. Later, ...Read More