Our Guides

Meet the certified nature therapy guides who will lead you on your journey. Each guide brings unique expertise and a deep connection to the natural world.

136 guides found

Anne Markham Bailey

Anne Markham Bailey

Irondale AL

Certified Forest Bathing Guide, poet, and creative arts educator. Creator of 'Writing the Wild.' UAB Arts in Medicine teaching artist. Co-leads walks in Bankhead National Forest with Janice Barrett. Sessions at BBG and Ruffner Mountain. Based in Irondale AL, Anne Markham Bailey brings ANFT-Certified Forest Therapy Guide credentials to every session.

Forest BathingForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Janice Barrett (Wild Alabama)

Janice Barrett (Wild Alabama)

North Alabama

Education & Outreach Coordinator at Wild Alabama. Lifelong artist and forest advocate. Co-leads forest bathing walks with Anne Markham Bailey in Bankhead National Forest and Sipsey Wilderness. Based in North Alabama, Janice Barrett brings ANFT-Certified credentials to every session.

Forest BathingForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Ashley Clarke (Earthkeeper Yoga)

Ashley Clarke (Earthkeeper Yoga)

Mountain Brook AL

Certified Kripalu Mindful Outdoor Guide. Leads HOGA (Hiking + Yoga) at Red Mountain Park Sundays and Mindful Walking & Yoga at BBG Tuesdays. UAB partner. Based in Mountain Brook AL, Ashley Clarke brings KMOG Certified; Herbal Medicine Cert credentials to every session.

Mindful Outdoor / HOGAForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Dave Barnhart (Earthkeeper Yoga)

Dave Barnhart (Earthkeeper Yoga)

Birmingham AL

Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide and mental health counselor integrating nature therapy, spirituality, and healing. Based in Birmingham AL, Dave Barnhart brings Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide credentials to every session.

Nature TherapyForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Sommerville Johnston LPC (Aspen Roots Collective)

Sommerville Johnston LPC (Aspen Roots Collective)

Birmingham AL

Ecotherapy, adventure therapy, and somatic experiencing. Outdoor sessions in wilderness and local parks. Strong ecotherapy focus and core QBN guide candidate. Based in Birmingham AL, Sommerville Johnston LPC brings LPC credentials to every session.

Adventure TherapyForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Kate Smith

Kate Smith

Birmingham AL

Birmingham-based forest bathing guide offering guided sensory immersion walks in local parks and preserves. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Forest BathingForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Sheila Levenhagen

Sheila Levenhagen

Huntsville AL

Forest bathing and yoga experiences at Land Trust of North Alabama events. Based in Huntsville AL, Sheila Levenhagen brings ANFT-Certified; 200+ Hour CYT; Trauma-Informed Yoga credentials to every session.

Forest Bathing + YogaForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Josh Harris (Northward Counseling and Wellness)

Josh Harris (Northward Counseling and Wellness)

Huntsville AL

Certified Forest Therapy Guide and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Public walks and private sessions combining nature immersion with therapeutic support. Based in Huntsville AL, Josh Harris brings ANFT-Certified + Licensed Mental Health Counselor credentials to every session.

Forest Therapy + CounselingForest Bathing / Nature Therapy
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Jennifer Jolly LPC (Mindworks Counseling)

Jennifer Jolly LPC (Mindworks Counseling)

Birmingham AL

Walk & Talk therapy sessions at Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Tannehill State Park. Licensed professional counselor combining movement with nature-based healing. Based in Birmingham AL, Jennifer Jolly LPC brings LPC credentials to every session.

Walk & Talk TherapyGuided Nature Walks
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Monarch Therapy and Wellness

Monarch Therapy and Wellness

Birmingham AL

Walk & Talk therapy and outdoor counseling sessions at Railroad Park, BBG, and Rotary Trail. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Walk & Talk TherapyGuided Nature Walks
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Brian S. Rodgers LPC-SC (Walk & Talk Therapy Birmingham)

Brian S. Rodgers LPC-SC (Walk & Talk Therapy Birmingham)

Birmingham AL

Licensed counselor offering outdoor therapy sessions combining movement and nature in Birmingham metro parks. Based in Birmingham AL, Brian S. Rodgers LPC-SC brings LPC-SC credentials to every session.

Outdoor Therapy WalksGuided Nature Walks
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Greenhouse Counseling

Greenhouse Counseling

Birmingham AL

Walk & Talk therapy, outdoor counseling, and women's mental health services in natural settings. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Walk & Talk TherapyGuided Nature Walks
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Jefferson County Greenways

Jefferson County Greenways

Birmingham AL

Manages three major preserves. Monthly guided hikes at Red Mountain Park (first Saturday 9 AM). Naturalists Emily Hutto and Hunter Meadows lead explorations through Birmingham's wild spaces. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Naturalist-Led HikesGuided Nature Walks
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Pamela Quekemeyer (Birmingham Therapy Services)

Pamela Quekemeyer (Birmingham Therapy Services)

Birmingham AL

Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor offering outdoor therapy sessions in Birmingham's parks and green spaces. Based in Birmingham AL, Pamela Quekemeyer brings LPC-S credentials to every session.

Licensed Outdoor TherapistGuided Nature Walks
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The Journey Counseling

The Journey Counseling

Birmingham AL

Outdoor counseling and therapy services combining clinical expertise with the healing benefits of nature. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Outdoor CounselingGuided Nature Walks
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

Birmingham AL

1000+ acres with 11+ miles of trails. Nature Center open Thu-Sun. Naturalist-led hikes, camps, and nature classes in Birmingham's urban wilderness. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Naturalist ProgramsNature Education
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Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham Botanical Gardens

Birmingham AL

67 acres of free-admission gardens welcoming 350,000+ yearly visitors. Hosts forest bathing, mindful walking, mushroom classes, and botanical education programs. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Botanical EducationNature Education
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Turkey Creek Nature Preserve

Turkey Creek Nature Preserve

Pinson AL

Serves 15,500 students per year in environmental education. BioBlitz events, aquatic ecology programs, and guided nature experiences at this critical habitat preserve. Based in the Pinson AL area.

Environmental EducationNature Education
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Oak Mountain State Park

Oak Mountain State Park

Pelham AL

Alabama's largest state park at 9,940 acres. Interpretive Center with Park Naturalist Lauren Muncher offering guided hikes and educational programs. Based in the Pelham AL area.

Naturalist ProgramsNature Education
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Freshwater Land Trust

Freshwater Land Trust

Birmingham AL

11,000+ acres preserved across 14 counties. Red Rock Trail System with 750-mile master plan. Free guided hikes connecting people to Birmingham's waterways and wild lands. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Land ConservationNature Education
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Alabama Master Naturalist Program (Jefferson County)

Alabama Master Naturalist Program (Jefferson County)

Jefferson County AL

400+ members since 2023 relaunch. Field days at Red Mountain Park, Ruffner Mountain, and Turkey Creek training citizen scientists to understand Alabama's ecosystems. Based in the Jefferson County AL area.

Naturalist TrainingNature Education
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Wild Alabama

Wild Alabama

North Alabama

Guardian of Alabama's wilderness areas. Summer family hikes in Bankhead National Forest and Sipsey Wilderness connecting families with pristine wild spaces. Based in the North Alabama area.

Wilderness ConservationNature Education
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Moss Rock Preserve

Moss Rock Preserve

Hoover AL

349 acres with 12 miles of trails. Guided tours by reservation through one of Hoover's most biodiverse natural areas. Based in the Hoover AL area.

Nature PreserveNature Education
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Alabama Wildlife Center

Alabama Wildlife Center

Pelham AL

Alabama's oldest and largest wildlife rehab center. Free self-guided tours, Treetop Nature Trail, and Birds of Prey programs at Oak Mountain State Park. Based in the Pelham AL area.

Wildlife Rehab / EducationNature Education
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Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge

Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge

Bibb County AL

Home to the world's largest Cahaba Lily shoals. Annual Cahaba Lily Festival in late May celebrates one of Alabama's most iconic natural wonders. Based in the Bibb County AL area.

Wildlife RefugeNature Education
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Alabama Rivers Alliance

Alabama Rivers Alliance

Birmingham AL

Protects Alabama's water resources through education and advocacy. Southern Exposure documentary series highlights the state's incredible aquatic biodiversity. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

River ConservationNature Education
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Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park

Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park

McCalla AL

1,500+ acres with 45+ miles of trails. Pioneer demonstrations and birdwatching in a setting that blends Alabama's industrial heritage with natural beauty. Based in the McCalla AL area.

Historical / NatureNature Education
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Alabama Audubon

Alabama Audubon

Birmingham AL

Alabama's premier birding organization with 75+ years of history. Free monthly outings including Nature@Noon Friday walks. Beginning Birder Series and Let's Go Birding Together events led by Dr. Scot Duncan and Andrew Lydeard. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Birding Walks / EducationBirding
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Aldridge Gardens

Aldridge Gardens

Hoover AL

Monthly guided birdwatching with Dr. Richard Ryel at this 30-acre woodland garden sanctuary in Hoover. Based in the Hoover AL area.

Guided Bird WalksBirding
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BHM LGBTQ+ Hikers

BHM LGBTQ+ Hikers

Birmingham AL

Hiking and birding partnership with Audubon. Inclusive outdoor recreation welcoming all identities to explore Birmingham's trails and wild spaces. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Inclusive Hiking + BirdingBirding
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Alabama Birding Trails

Alabama Birding Trails

Alabama

280+ birding sites across Alabama with 430+ bird species. Includes '48 Hours of Birding in Birmingham' guide for visiting birders. Based in the Alabama area.

Self-Guided BirdingBirding
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Verna Gates (Fresh Air Family)

Verna Gates (Fresh Air Family)

Birmingham AL

Nonprofit founded in 2006 offering 400+ activities serving 10,000+ people. Gross Out Camp for ages 6-14. No child is ever turned away. Birmingham's premier family nature education organization. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Kids Nature EducationHiking
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Brittney Davis (Ladies Who Hike)

Brittney Davis (Ladies Who Hike)

Birmingham AL

Founded 2017. Monthly hikes for women of color welcoming all levels. 125+ active members building community through inclusive outdoor experiences. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Women's HikingHiking
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Outdoorsy Black Women (Birmingham Chapter)

Outdoorsy Black Women (Birmingham Chapter)

Birmingham AL

160+ Birmingham members. Monthly hikes at all fitness levels building an inclusive community of Black women enjoying the outdoors at Red Mountain Park and beyond. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Women's HikingHiking
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Minority Outdoor Alliance

Minority Outdoor Alliance

Alabama

Co-founded by Durrell and Ashley Smith. MOA Fest features sporting clays, archery, fly fishing, and wild game cooking, making outdoor recreation accessible to all. Based in the Alabama area.

Inclusive Outdoor RecreationHiking
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Birmingham Outdoor Adventurers

Birmingham Outdoor Adventurers

Birmingham AL

Active Meetup group for hiking, backpacking, camping, kayaking, and cycling in the Birmingham metro area. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Hiking / Backpacking / CampingHiking
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Sierra Club Cahaba Group

Sierra Club Cahaba Group

Birmingham AL

Monthly meetings and Birmingham ICO program providing youth outdoor experiences. Part of the Alabama Chapter's conservation and recreation mission. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Hiking / Environmental EducationHiking
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Alabama Hiking Trail Society

Alabama Hiking Trail Society

Alabama

Hiking, backpacking, and trail maintenance across Alabama's trail systems. Based in the Alabama area.

Hiking / Trail MaintenanceHiking
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Darryl Patton (The Southern Herbalist)

Darryl Patton (The Southern Herbalist)

Lookout Mountain AL

30+ years teaching herbalism. Studied under A.L. 'Tommie' Bass. Knowledge of 200+ medicinal plants, wilderness survival, and Southern folk medicine. Author of 'Mountain Medicine.' An incredible living repository of Appalachian herbal wisdom. Based in Lookout Mountain AL, Darryl Patton brings MA, ND credentials to every session.

Herbalism / ForagingWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Spencer Lowery (Forage North America)

Spencer Lowery (Forage North America)

Birmingham AL

20+ years foraging experience. VP of Alabama Mushroom Society. Leads 'Urban Foraging Walk: Edible & Useful Plants of Birmingham' covering 4-mile walks through the city's edible landscape. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Edible Plant / Mushroom ForagingWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Alabama Mushroom Society

Alabama Mushroom Society

Birmingham AL

Educational nonprofit with nearly 9,000 Facebook members. Monthly meetings first Tuesday at 6:30 PM at The Lumbar in Pepper Place. Annual morel hunts and regular forays. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Mushroom ForagingWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Jesse Akozbek (Feral Foraging)

Jesse Akozbek (Feral Foraging)

North Alabama

Wild plant foraging and guided plant walks through the Alabama Foraging Club. Statewide events connecting people with wild edible plants. Based in the North Alabama area.

Wild Plant ForagingWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Alabama Wildflower Society (Blanche Dean Chapter)

Alabama Wildflower Society (Blanche Dean Chapter)

Birmingham AL

Wildflower identification and plant walks with meetings at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Celebrating Alabama's native plant diversity. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Wildflower ID / Botanical EducationWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Calli Thomason (Holistic Wellness Collective)

Calli Thomason (Holistic Wellness Collective)

Birmingham AL

Shamanic healing and herbalism practices rooted in traditional plant wisdom. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Shamanic / HerbalismWild Foraging / Herbalism
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Cahaba River Coalition

Cahaba River Coalition

Birmingham AL

Guided float trips with all equipment and naturalist guides on the Cahaba River. Iconic Cahaba Lily Tours May-June. CLEAN program has reached 34,000+ students with river education. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Guided Canoe/Kayak / Lily ToursWaterway
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Alabama Eco Adventures

Alabama Eco Adventures

Alabama

Certified guides providing all equipment for day trips and overnight river adventures across Alabama's waterways. Professional guide service perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. Based in the Alabama area.

Guided River Trips / FishingWaterway
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Birmingham Canoe Club

Birmingham Canoe Club

Birmingham AL

Non-profit since 1971 with 150+ family memberships. Trips on Locust Fork, Mulberry Fork, Cahaba, and Coosa rivers connecting paddlers with Alabama's waterways. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Canoeing / KayakingWaterway
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Big Canoe Creek Outfitters

Big Canoe Creek Outfitters

Springville AL

3.85-mile paddle taking 1.5-3 hours through waters home to 50+ fish species, beaver, and eagles. Open Wed-Sun. Based in the Springville AL area.

Kayak Rentals / Creek PaddlingWaterway
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Five Mile Creek Canoe Company

Five Mile Creek Canoe Company

Republic AL

Canoe and kayak rentals with guided creek trips just 20 minutes from downtown Birmingham. Based in the Republic AL area.

Canoe/Kayak RentalsWaterway
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Black Warrior Riverkeeper

Black Warrior Riverkeeper

Birmingham AL

River conservation organization offering paddling trips and volunteer cleanups on the Black Warrior River watershed. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

River Conservation / PaddlingWaterway
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Sims Cave Park

Sims Cave Park

North Birmingham AL

3.5-hour Wild Cave Adventure Tour through underground passages with waterfalls and fossils, just 15 minutes north of Birmingham. Must schedule 48+ hours in advance. Based in the North Birmingham AL area.

Guided Cave ToursWaterway
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Flip Side Watersports

Flip Side Watersports

Pelham AL

Kayak, canoe, and SUP rentals at Oak Mountain State Park's double oak lake. Based in the Pelham AL area.

Kayak/Canoe/SUP RentalsWaterway
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Cahaba Blueway

Cahaba Blueway

Birmingham AL

10 dedicated canoe/kayak launches along the Cahaba River providing self-guided paddling access. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Paddling AccessWaterway
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Kathryn Jones (Tinkergarten)

Kathryn Jones (Tinkergarten)

Vestavia Hills AL

Tinkergarten leader teaching at Red Mountain Park, Ruffner Mountain, and Turkey Creek. Outdoor learning classes for ages 1-8 that turn nature into a classroom. Based in the Vestavia Hills AL area.

Outdoor Kids ClassesKids Nature Programs
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Marie Hogan (Tinkergarten)

Marie Hogan (Tinkergarten)

Birmingham AL

Tinkergarten leader active since 2019 offering 60-minute outdoor sessions for ages 1-8. Nature-based learning that sparks curiosity and builds confidence. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Outdoor Kids ClassesKids Nature Programs
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Ann Miljus (The Forest School)

Ann Miljus (The Forest School)

Jemison AL

Small-group tutoring in a camp-like outdoor setting on a beautiful rural property in Jemison. 20 years of classroom teaching and 5 years of homeschooling experience. Students learn through real-life activities — measuring actual walls instead of angles on paper, publishing their own stories instead of writing exercises. Special needs children welcome. Available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10 AM to 3 PM. Children build reading skills, self-esteem, and a love of learning in a positive, screen-free environment. Based in Jemison AL, Ann Miljus brings Master's Degree; 20 Years Teaching; 5 Years Homeschooling credentials to every session.

Forest SchoolKids Nature Programs
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Birmingham's Forest School

Birmingham's Forest School

Birmingham AL

Forest school and nature-based education programs helping Birmingham children learn through direct experience with the natural world. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Forest SchoolKids Nature Programs
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Goat Yoga Bham

Goat Yoga Bham

Helena AL

Gentle Flow Yoga with Nigerian Dwarf and Pygmy goats on 5 beautiful acres. A unique and joyful outdoor yoga experience that's become a Birmingham favorite. Based in the Helena AL area.

Goat YogaOutdoor Yoga
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Earth & Ember Yoga

Earth & Ember Yoga

Birmingham AL

HOGA classes combining hiking with yoga, plus walking meditation sessions at outdoor classrooms in Red Mountain Park. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

HOGAOutdoor Yoga
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Railroad Park (Free Outdoor Yoga)

Railroad Park (Free Outdoor Yoga)

Birmingham AL

Free weekly outdoor yoga and fitness classes April through October via Blue Cross Blue Shield partnership at Birmingham's premier downtown park. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Free Outdoor YogaOutdoor Yoga
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Beacon Yoga

Beacon Yoga

Birmingham AL

Evening outdoor classes and pop-up yoga events. Donation-based Fellowship Flow making yoga accessible to everyone. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Pop-Up Outdoor YogaOutdoor Yoga
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Yoga Lab Birmingham

Yoga Lab Birmingham

Birmingham AL

Nature retreats including Unearthing Spring Retreat. Studio classes and outdoor experiences connecting yoga practice with Alabama's natural settings. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Nature RetreatsOutdoor Yoga
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Abundance Yoga

Abundance Yoga

Birmingham AL

Accessible yoga including Fat Girl Yoga, plus massage and Reiki therapy. Making yoga welcoming for every body. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Accessible YogaOutdoor Yoga
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Birmingham Yoga

Birmingham Yoga

Birmingham AL

Birmingham yoga studio offering classes and outdoor sessions. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Yoga StudioOutdoor Yoga
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In Bloom Yoga

In Bloom Yoga

Birmingham AL

Yoga studio in Birmingham's Lakeview District. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Yoga StudioOutdoor Yoga
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Trussville Yoga

Trussville Yoga

Trussville AL

Yoga studio serving the Trussville community. Based in the Trussville AL area.

Yoga StudioOutdoor Yoga
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Stephen Guesman (Birmingham Botanical Gardens)

Stephen Guesman (Birmingham Botanical Gardens)

Birmingham AL

Teaching beginner and intermediate Taijiquan in the serene setting of Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

TaijiquanTai Chi / Qigong
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Dr. Beth (Back On Track Chiropractic)

Dr. Beth (Back On Track Chiropractic)

Vestavia Hills AL

Free 6-week beginner Tai Chi courses on Thursdays at 2 PM. Hosted at Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest, surrounded by woodland views. Based in the Vestavia Hills AL area.

Free Tai ChiTai Chi / Qigong
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United Way Area Agency on Aging

United Way Area Agency on Aging

Birmingham AL

Tai Chi classes at various senior centers across Jefferson and Shelby counties, promoting balance and wellness for older adults. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Senior Tai ChiTai Chi / Qigong
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Adi Devta Kaur (The BLK Yogi Tribe / Inglenook Yoga)

Adi Devta Kaur (The BLK Yogi Tribe / Inglenook Yoga)

North Birmingham AL

Birmingham's first Black-owned yoga studio. Sound baths at Birmingham Museum of Art. Annual Melanin Mala festival. Beautiful outdoor spaces with gazebo, waterfall, fire pits, and garden in North Birmingham. Based in the North Birmingham AL area.

Sound Bath + YogaSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Danielle Hall (SoundEmbrace)

Danielle Hall (SoundEmbrace)

Birmingham AL

Crystal singing bowls, gongs, and chimes creating immersive sound healing experiences. Also offers a 12-week certification program to train new sound healing practitioners. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Crystal Singing BowlsSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Terri Ann Heiman (Natural Forces Studio)

Terri Ann Heiman (Natural Forces Studio)

Birmingham AL

20+ years in healing arts. Crystal bowls, gong, Tibetan bowls, and Koshi chimes creating deeply restorative sound healing sessions. Based in Birmingham AL, Terri Ann Heiman brings Reiki Master Teacher credentials to every session.

Sound Healing / ReikiSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Perfect Harmony Spiritual Wellness

Perfect Harmony Spiritual Wellness

Birmingham AL

Sound healing, meditation, and spiritual wellness center with a 4.9-star rating. A sanctuary for sound-based healing in Birmingham. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound Healing / MeditationSound Bath / Sound Healing
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PURA VIDA Healing Arts

PURA VIDA Healing Arts

Irondale AL

CBD-enhanced Sound Baths, yoga, massage, Reiki, and ceremony. A unique fusion of plant medicine and sound healing. Based in the Irondale AL area.

Sound Bath + CBDSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Ian (Evolve Massage)

Ian (Evolve Massage)

Homewood AL

Crystal Bowl Sound Bath and Tuning Fork Therapy. Open since 2014, bringing vibrational healing to Homewood. Based in the Homewood AL area.

Sound Bath / Tuning ForkSound Bath / Sound Healing
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The Yoga Circle

The Yoga Circle

Birmingham AL

Sound bath classes from Birmingham's established yoga center (est. 2005) with 10+ certified yoga teachers. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound Bath + YogaSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Silver Linings (The Silver Sanctuary)

Silver Linings (The Silver Sanctuary)

Birmingham AL

Sound Healing, Biofield Tuning, and Vedic Thai Yoga Massage. 25 years of private practice dedicated to vibrational wellness. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound Healing / BiofieldSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Practice Yoga Studios

Practice Yoga Studios

Birmingham AL

Sound bath sessions offered alongside yoga classes. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound BathSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Jane Is Listening

Jane Is Listening

Birmingham AL

Sound healing, energetic alchemy, and somatic integration sessions. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound HealingSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Kerry Muller (The Subliminal Self)

Kerry Muller (The Subliminal Self)

Birmingham AL

Sound bath sessions and guided meditation experiences. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Sound Bath / MeditationSound Bath / Sound Healing
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Alabama Meditation Network

Alabama Meditation Network

Birmingham AL

3-4 day nature retreats at Living River. Pop-up retreats downtown. Connects multiple meditation groups across Alabama for immersive contemplative experiences. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Nature RetreatsMeditation / Mindfulness
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Birmingham Shambhala Meditation Center

Birmingham Shambhala Meditation Center

Birmingham AL

Free meditation instruction 3x per week. All open sessions are completely free, making meditation accessible to everyone in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Meditation InstructionMeditation / Mindfulness
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Taproot Therapy Collective

Taproot Therapy Collective

Hoover AL

Environmental connection meditations featuring Birmingham's natural spaces. Weaving ecological awareness into contemplative practice. Based in the Hoover AL area.

Environmental MeditationMeditation / Mindfulness
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Art of Living Birmingham

Art of Living Birmingham

Vestavia AL

Free SKY Breath Meditation introductions. Regular meetups Saturday and Sunday bringing the Art of Living's evidence-based breathing techniques to Birmingham. Based in the Vestavia AL area.

Breath MeditationMeditation / Mindfulness
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Cahaba River Sangha

Cahaba River Sangha

Birmingham AL

Thich Nhat Hanh-inspired community offering walking meditation, Tai Chi, and volunteer nature cleanups along the Cahaba River. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Walking Meditation / Tai ChiMeditation / Mindfulness
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Bridget Herring (The Oha)

Bridget Herring (The Oha)

Birmingham AL

Hawaiian Breathwork, Reiki, LomiLomi, sound bowls, yoga, infrared sauna, and fire cupping in a holistic healing space. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Hawaiian BreathworkBreathwork
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Ajna Breath

Ajna Breath

Birmingham AL

25+ years of pranayama experience. Bespoke breathwork workshops tailored to individual and group needs. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

PranayamaBreathwork
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Dr. Melanie Miller (Birmingham Integrative Health)

Dr. Melanie Miller (Birmingham Integrative Health)

Trussville AL

Integrative health services combining conventional and complementary approaches to wellness. Based in the Trussville AL area.

Integrative MedicineHolistic Wellness
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Holistic Wellness Collective

Holistic Wellness Collective

Birmingham AL

Collective featuring Yoga Therapy (Sarah Cummins), Shamanic/Herbalism (Calli Thomason), and Massage (Gwen Seay) under one roof. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Yoga Therapy / HerbalismHolistic Wellness
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Miriam Rose Lee (Energetic Pathway)

Miriam Rose Lee (Energetic Pathway)

Mountain Brook AL

Energy healing, shamanic healing, sound healing, QHHT, and Reiki in a Mountain Brook wellness space. Based in the Mountain Brook AL area.

Energy / Shamanic HealingHolistic Wellness
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The Greenhouse Collective

The Greenhouse Collective

Birmingham AL

Nonprofit offering affordable counseling and holistic wellness workshops, making healing accessible to all. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Affordable CounselingHolistic Wellness
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A.T. Holistic Wellness

A.T. Holistic Wellness

Trussville AL

Holistic wellness services in the Trussville area. Based in the Trussville AL area.

Holistic Wellness
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Brooke Benson (Zenergy Bodywork)

Brooke Benson (Zenergy Bodywork)

Birmingham AL

Bodywork and energy healing in Cahaba Heights. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

BodyworkHolistic Wellness
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Birmingham Astronomical Society

Birmingham Astronomical Society

Birmingham AL

Free monthly star parties at Oak Mountain State Park ($3 park entry). Free meetings at Christenberry Planetarium. Bringing the wonder of the night sky to Birmingham. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Astronomy / Star PartiesStargazing
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Christenberry Planetarium (Samford University)

Christenberry Planetarium (Samford University)

Birmingham AL

Free live interactive planetarium shows. Private presentations available for groups up to 50 people. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Planetarium / Astronomy EducationStargazing
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Alabama Plein Air Artists

Alabama Plein Air Artists

Birmingham AL

Monthly outdoor paint-outs at Aldridge Gardens, BBG, and Railroad Park. $10/year dues. A vibrant community of artists capturing Alabama's landscapes on location. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Plein Air PaintingPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Amy R. Peterson

Amy R. Peterson

Trussville AL

Plein air oil painting artist and instructor. Teaches at Forstall Art Center, bringing the tradition of outdoor painting to Birmingham students. Based in the Trussville AL area.

Oil PaintingPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Iain Stewart

Iain Stewart

Birmingham AL

Signature member of the American Watercolor Society. Plein air and urban sketching workshops at Forstall Art Center. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

WatercolorPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Timothy Joe

Timothy Joe

Birmingham AL

Plein air pastel workshops at Space One Eleven Arts Center. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

PastelPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Pam Benoit

Pam Benoit

Birmingham AL

Watercolor landscape classes at Forstall Art Center. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

WatercolorPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Forstall Art Center

Forstall Art Center

Birmingham AL

Birmingham's premier art supply and education center. Hosts plein air workshops and serves as a hub for outdoor art education. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Art Education CenterPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Space One Eleven Arts Center

Space One Eleven Arts Center

Birmingham AL

Arts center hosting outdoor workshops and creative events. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Arts CenterPlein Air / Outdoor Art
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Amy Sides

Amy Sides

Birmingham AL

Nature journaling for children and adults. Teaches at UAB ArtPlay, ACES, and BBG. Listed in Wild Wonder Foundation directory as a leading nature journal educator. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Nature JournalingNature Journaling / Writing
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Salaam Green (Literary Healing Arts)

Salaam Green (Literary Healing Arts)

Birmingham AL

Birmingham's inaugural Poet Laureate (2024-2026). Eco-poetry and literary healing arts connecting the power of language with the natural world. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Eco-PoetryNature Journaling / Writing
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Melissa Shultz-Jones

Melissa Shultz-Jones

Birmingham AL

Field journaling series at BBG. Botanical watercolor and phenology workshops teaching the art of observing and recording nature. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Botanical Art / JournalingNature Journaling / Writing
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Tina Mozelle Braziel

Tina Mozelle Braziel

Birmingham AL

Eco-poet and Philip Levine Prize winner. Nature poetry at Ruffner Mountain. 'Lyrics from the Sky' with Alabama Audubon, weaving bird song into verse. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Eco-PoetryNature Journaling / Writing
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UAB ArtPlay

UAB ArtPlay

Birmingham AL

Nature journaling, eco art exploration, photography, and terrarium workshops through UAB's creative education center. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Arts EducationNature Journaling / Writing
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Magic City Poetry Festival

Magic City Poetry Festival

Birmingham AL

Outdoor poetry events with annual Eco-Poet designation. Free and open to public, celebrating the intersection of poetry and the natural world. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Outdoor PoetryNature Journaling / Writing
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Birmingham Photography Group

Birmingham Photography Group

Birmingham AL

2-hour outdoor photography sessions and landscape workshops for all skill levels. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Landscape PhotographyNature Photography
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Leann Hill Photography

Leann Hill Photography

Birmingham AL

Landscape and nature photography. Teaches outdoor photography courses via UAB ArtPlay. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Landscape PhotographyNature Photography
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David Frings

David Frings

Birmingham AL

Wild bird photography instructor at Samford University with experience photographing birds across 22 countries. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Bird PhotographyNature Photography
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Samford Academy of the Arts

Samford Academy of the Arts

Birmingham AL

Wild Bird Photography, Wildlife Photography, and Outdoor & Landscape Photography courses at Samford University. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Photography EducationNature Photography
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Shelby County Arts Council

Shelby County Arts Council

Columbiana AL

Arts council with photography and nature arts programs in Shelby County. Based in the Columbiana AL area.

Arts CouncilNature Photography
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Birmingham School of Photography

Birmingham School of Photography

Vestavia Hills AL

Photography school with outdoor photography courses. Based in the Vestavia Hills AL area.

Photography SchoolNature Photography
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Chris Cruz Designs

Chris Cruz Designs

Birmingham AL

Watercolor and mixed media workshops. One of only 20 GOLDEN Artist Educators in US/Canada. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Watercolor / Mixed MediaPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Cahaba Clayworks (Earthborn Pottery)

Cahaba Clayworks (Earthborn Pottery)

Birmingham AL

Nature-inspired pottery featuring a Botanicals collection with native Alabama plant species. 6-week instruction courses available. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Nature-Inspired PotteryPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Red Dot Gallery

Red Dot Gallery

Birmingham AL

Pottery, clay classes, oil painting, and drawing instruction. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Pottery/Art ClassesPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Bryan Jordan (Wheel Turned Pottery)

Bryan Jordan (Wheel Turned Pottery)

Hoover AL

Raku pottery demonstrations showcasing this dramatic firing technique. Based in the Hoover AL area.

Raku PotteryPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Greater Birmingham Fiber Guild

Greater Birmingham Fiber Guild

Hoover AL

Natural fiber arts including spinning, weaving, dyeing, and felting. Meets 2nd Saturday monthly. Based in the Hoover AL area.

Natural Fiber ArtsPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Alabama Craft Guild

Alabama Craft Guild

Birmingham AL

Founded 1972. Annual Fine Craft Show at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Craft GuildPottery / Fiber / Craft
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Alabama Art Supply

Alabama Art Supply

Birmingham AL

Art supply store serving Birmingham's creative community. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Art SupplyPottery / Fiber / Craft
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John Scalici (Get Rhythm! Programs)

John Scalici (Get Rhythm! Programs)

Birmingham AL

Award-winning drum circle facilitator with 20+ years experience. Monthly community drum circles at City Walk and Railroad Park. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Drum CirclesNature Sketching / Music
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Birmingham Urban Sketchers

Birmingham Urban Sketchers

Birmingham AL

Global Urban Sketchers chapter hosting monthly sketchcrawls capturing Birmingham's architecture and landscapes. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Urban SketchingNature Sketching / Music
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Mountain Brook Art Association

Mountain Brook Art Association

Mountain Brook AL

Founded 1981. Spring Festival and Holiday Show celebrating local visual arts. Based in the Mountain Brook AL area.

Art AssociationNature Sketching / Music
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Special Equestrians

Special Equestrians

Pelham AL

Therapeutic horseback riding for individuals with disabilities. Connecting riders with the healing bond between humans and horses in a supportive environment. Based in the Pelham AL area.

Therapeutic RidingAdaptive / Accessibility
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The Red Barn

The Red Barn

Leeds AL

Equine-assisted activities for individuals with special needs. A welcoming barn where horses and healing come together. Based in the Leeds AL area.

Equine-Assisted TherapyAdaptive / Accessibility
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Glenwood

Glenwood

Birmingham AL

Autism and behavioral health services incorporating outdoor activities as part of therapeutic programming. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Autism Services + OutdoorAdaptive / Accessibility
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FullTilt Team Development

FullTilt Team Development

Birmingham AL

Outdoor team building experiences and corporate wellness programs. Nature-based activities that strengthen team bonds and boost morale. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Team Building OutdoorCorporate Wellness
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Hollie Terry (ANC Team Building)

Hollie Terry (ANC Team Building)

Alabama Nature Center

Nature-based team building at Alabama Nature Center. Affordable programs that get teams outdoors and working together. Based in the Alabama Nature Center area.

Team BuildingCorporate Wellness
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HomeFit Consulting

HomeFit Consulting

Birmingham AL

Corporate wellness consulting including outdoor wellness components and nature-based team activities. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Workplace WellnessCorporate Wellness
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TeamBonding

TeamBonding

Birmingham AL

Corporate team building events and outdoor activities. National company with Birmingham-area operations. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Team BuildingCorporate Wellness
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ADVENTure Camp

ADVENTure Camp

Birmingham AL

Summer adventure camp for children featuring outdoor exploration and nature-based activities. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Summer Nature CampSummer Camp / Afterschool
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Camp Adventure (Shades Mtn Community Church)

Camp Adventure (Shades Mtn Community Church)

Birmingham AL

Summer camp with nature and outdoor activities in Bluff Park. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Summer Nature CampSummer Camp / Afterschool
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Alabama Nature Center (Homeschool Programs)

Alabama Nature Center (Homeschool Programs)

Millbrook AL

Homeschool nature education programs. $80 for 8 classes bringing curriculum to life through hands-on nature experiences. Based in the Millbrook AL area.

Homeschool Nature EdSummer Camp / Afterschool
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BBG Summer Camps

BBG Summer Camps

Birmingham AL

Nature-based summer camps at Birmingham Botanical Gardens for various age groups. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Botanical Garden CampSummer Camp / Afterschool
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FIT4MOM Birmingham

FIT4MOM Birmingham

Birmingham AL

Stroller Strides and Stroller Barre outdoor fitness classes for moms. Strong QBN guide candidate combining fitness with family outdoor time. Based in the Birmingham AL area.

Outdoor Mom FitnessSummer Camp / Afterschool
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