Beat the heat in these 5 shaded parks in Birmingham
5 ways to float down rivers near Birmingham, plus motorboat rentals
Registration for the 2nd Annual Black Belt Birding Festival closes today—learn how to secure your spot here
10 unique things to do in Birmingham according to insiders
Alabama Fishermen fought for a right to know the safety of eating local fish. Here’s what you need to know.
Red Mountain Park unveils new look and gateway
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City Walk Skatepark is the new hangout spot [PHOTOS]
5 lake + river activities in North Alabama for the ultimate summer—all under 3 hours from Birmingham
Learn to sail at the Birmingham Sailing Club
5 Shelby County Farmer’s Markets for you to visit this summer
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City Walk Skatepark is officially open! [OPENING DAY PHOTOS]
Is it safe to swim in Alabama’s lakes and rivers? This group answers that question for the Coosa River weekly
7 ways to beat the heat on the water this summer— kayaking, paddle boarding and more
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