Spring erupting on Lookout Mountain in Mentone is a wonderful time to come up and enjoy hiking and/or the many waterfalls in the area. The daffodils, forsythia, redbuds and Virginia bluebonnets are a few of the many delights to be found on the mountain in early spring. So come up and enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings of Mentone, Lookout Mountain, DeSoto State Park and Little River Canyon.
Mountain Laurel Inn B&B has comfortable rooms, award winning breakfasts and relaxing porches to complement nature's bounty.
Here are some special events happening in the area for March and early April.Click on highlights for more information from their website.
March 14 Afternoon Rock Climb Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country. Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. No prior climbing experience is needed. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $34 per person. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 16 Treasure Hunt Adventure Do you enjoy trying to solve riddles and clues? Ever wanted to find buried treasure? Up for new & exciting challenges? Then our Cave Treasure Hunt is for you. This 5-hour adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave. You will have to solve and follow each clue in order to find the next one, and ultimately the Treasure! Are you up for the challenge? Meet at True Adventure Sports $65 per person 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. 256-997-9577
Tigers for Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain
March 16,17,& 18, Tigers For Tomorrow, Collinsville, Al. Spring Break Environmental Education Tours. Gates open at 1:30 , Tour begins at 2:00. Admission is $7.50 Ages 3-11. $12.50 Ages 12 and above. Learn about predators we share our world with. Bring your camera. For More info 256-524-4150
March 17 Rock Climbing Adventure Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country. Come experience first-hand what rock climbing is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. No prior climbing experience is needed. $35 per person. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 18 John Michael Montgomery in Concert The Northeast Alabama Agri Business Center will be hosting a John Michael Montgomery Concert along with Andrew Pope & Bootleg Whiskey. Pre-Sale Price of tickets will be $22 each. Day of Show $25 each. Doors will open at 6 p.m. With show starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the Agri-Business Center. 256-638-1650
March 19 & 20 NE Alabama Home & Garden Show This event awakens your senses from their winter slumber and invigorates you to begin planning your spring and summer gardens and remodeling projects. Vendors will offer products for sale, educational information, and displays of suggestive ways to utilize their products. Event is held at the DeKalb County Schools Coliseum in Rainsville. Show Hours are Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. & Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m 256-638-3575
March 19 Waterfall Tour at DeSoto State Park Join DSP Staff for a fun day of hiking thought-out the park to see some of DeSoto’s waterfalls, big & small. See Lost Falls, Laurel Falls & many more! Moderate Terrain over several miles. Meet at DeSoto State Park’s Nature Center. Please bring a daypack with plenty of water/snacks & wear comfortable shoes/clothes. Not recommended for children under 10. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free to the public; registration appreciated but not required. 256-997-5025
March 19 Night Zip Line Adventure This is an adventure of a lifetime. All our zip lines are set up just before the adventure to ford a gorge or cross from one high point to another. Our cable zip line spans 250 feet over a ravine and whisks you on an adventure through the woods where your only light source is a headlamp and tiki torches. Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure. Meet at True Adventure Sports $45 per person. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 19 The Ultimate Tuff-Man & MMA Challenge This event will be held at the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center in Rainsville. General Admission is $15 and Ring Side Seats are $20. Show begins at 8 p.m. 256-638-1650
March 21 Wild Cave Tour Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hour adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels. Explore in one of NE Alabama's most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of For Payne. Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $30 per person. 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 22 Plants of the Pocket Join DeSoto State Park botanist, Brittney M. Hughes, for this botany trip to “The Pocket” on Pigeon Mountain in Georgia. Excellent photo opportunities of unique and beautiful plants. Easy to moderate short hike. Meet at DeSoto State Park Nature Center to catch a shuttle to the site. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $10 per person 256-782-8010
Bring water and snacks.
March 22 Zip Line & Sky Swing Adventure This is an adventure of a lifetime. Zip lines are set up just before the adventure to ford a gorge or cross from one high point to another. Enjoy the thrill of the swing. Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure. Meet at True Adventure Sports $50 per person. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 25 & 26 Geraldine 23rd Annual Quilt Show This 2 day event will be held at the Geraldine Homemaker’s Building and will offer beautiful handmade quilts of all designs. You will be able to register to win a free quilt. Show will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on March 25 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 26. Admission is $3 per person. For more information, call 256-638-8263 or 256-659-6678.
March 25 Growin’ Up Wild for Preschool Children: Wiggling Worms Join Canyon Center staff and volunteers every fourth Friday of the month for fun nature and art programs for preschool age children. Little River Canyon Center; No fee but pre-registration is encouraged 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. 256-782-8010
March 25 Fairy Tales & Fun Join staff for an enchanting night starting with “fairy stories” and watching a “true fairy tale film”. Bring your own folding chairs or quilts. Snacks provided. DeSoto State Park’s Campfire Circle in the Improved Campground, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. No Fee, great for all ages. 256-997-5025
March 25 Night Zip Line Adventure This is an adventure of a lifetime. Zip lines are set up just before the adventure to ford a gorge or cross from one high point to another. Our cable zip line spans 250 feet over a ravine and whisks you on an adventure through the woods where your only light source is a headlamp and tiki torches. Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure. Meet at True Adventure Sports $45 per person. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 26 Paperweight Class at Orbix Hot Glass Gallery. This class is designed for those who really just want see what molten glass is all about. Feel the heat, gather from the furnace, sculpt the glass into you own design. It is ultimately about the experience, some experimentation and a couple nice paperweights to take home or to the office to show your friends. Class size at the largest will be five students so everyone has adequate time at the bench working. There will be material provided before the class for you to review and become familiar with concerning safety and basic glassblowing vocabulary. Please join Cal and staff for some in-depth discovery. Reservations Required $135 per person. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 256-523-3188
March 26 Early Spring Canyon Hike Join Naturalist Laura Bundy for an unforgettable view of one of Alabama’s natural wonders, Little River Canyon. Hike level: difficult to extreme. Not recommended for children under 14. Little River Canyon Center; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $15 per person; Pre-registration is required. 256-782-5697
March 26 Spring Fairy Houses (Children’s Nature Observation Skills) Pausing in the forest or along the river to create a small structure for the good folk gives children the opportunity to bond with nature on a very personal level. Led by JSU Field Schools and DeSoto State Park staff, children learn to observe the tiny and important aspects of the natural world while constructing fairy homes along woodland trails. This is a very popular program and spaces fill quickly! DeSoto State Park’s Playground Pavilion in Picnic Area. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. $10 per person; pre-registration encouraged. 256-782-8010
March 26 River Rhythms Family Fun Programs: Hisss and Sssslither Join Canyon Center staff and volunteers every fourth Saturday of the month for fun nature programs including hikes, crafts, games, nature talks, activities and more. Kids will learn why snakes are an important part of our natural world, how to identify snakes, and take a short “fake snake” hike to learn better observation skills. Little River Canyon Center; No fee but pre-registration is encouraged. 1 p.m. 256-782-5697
March 28 Rock Climbing / Rappelling Adventure Combo Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama is some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country. Experience what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides from True Adventure Sports, who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. No prior climbing experience is needed. $54 per person 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 29 Rappelling Adventure Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of Northeast Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction from True Adventure Sports. $37 per person 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 30 Sky Swing This is an adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy the thrill of the swing. Pre-registration required at True Adventure Sports by 6 pm the day before the adventure. Meet at True Adventure Sports $45 per person. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 30 Extreme Night Hike This end-of-day adventure does not slow down just because it's dark. Intended for a large group team-building exercise, this hike has a bit of bouldering, some scrambling, some spelunking, and a whole lot of required working together. Headlamp and enthusiastic guide included. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $18 per person 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. 256-997-9577
March 31 Wild Cave Tour Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hour adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels. Explore in one of Northeast Alabama's most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of Fort Payne. Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $30 per person. 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
April 2 Spring Canyon Hike Join JSU’s Dr. Chris Murdock for an unforgettable view of one of Alabama’s natural wonders, Little River Canyon. Hike level: difficult/extreme. Not recommended for children under 14. Little River Canyon Center; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $15/person; Pre-registration is required. 256-782-5697
April 2 Tri State Arena Cross Series This event will be held at the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center in Rainsville. General Admission is $10 per person with 6 & under free. Show begins at 7 p.m. 256-638-1650 or 205-281-3654.
April 9 Paperweight Class at Orbix Hot Glass Studio. This class is designed for those who really just want see what molten glass is all about. Feel the heat, gather from the furnace, sculpt the glass into you own design. It is ultimately about the experience, some experimentation and a couple nice paperweights to take home or to the office to show your friends. Class size at the largest will be five students so everyone has adequate time at the bench working. There will be material provided before the class for you to review and become familiar with concerning safety and basic glassblowing vocabulary. Please join us for some in-depth discovery. Reservations Required $135 per person. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 256-523-3188
April 9 Early Spring Hike at DeSoto State Park One of the most beautiful times of the year at DeSoto State Park! Join DeSoto State Park staff on an easy meandering hike along the ADA-Accessible Azalea Cascade Boardwalk Trail to see early blooming-species of plants & Azalea Cascade. Meet at DeSoto State Park’s Nature Center (Next to DeSoto’s Country Store) 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free to the public; registration appreciated but not required. Great for all ages! 256-997-5025
April 9 Greener Day at Little River Canyon Center The National Park Service staff and volunteers will present greener living programs on the second Saturday of each month. Topics include climate change, recycling, energy conservation, eco-gardening, exotic plants, native landscaping, pollution prevention, green energy, and more! Little River Canyon Center; 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 256-782-5697
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