Got needles? Check out our Christmas tree recycling in Birmingham tip sheet
It is that time of year again. At 12:01AM on December 26th, you begin to map out your Christmas tree recycling plan. Need to know where to go or what to do?
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A visual recap of Fall 2020 in Birmingham—see our 9 buzziest videos
Another season come and gone… it’s hard to believe there are only a few days left in 2020. As we wrap up fall and head into winter, we wanted to take a look back on the season—and we’re sharing it…
Guide to last minute holiday gift ideas from Birmingham nature-based organizations
Attention all tardy Christmas shoppers! Are you looking for last-minute ways to make your holiday gifts this year more nature-based and meaningful? Below are some holiday gift ideas for that nature lover in your household.
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‘Tis the Season! 5 awe-inspiring Christmas light displays in Birmingham
Queue up the Christmas music and start up the car. Aside from Jolly Old Saint Nick himself, there’s nothing more “Christmas” than taking a trip around town to view the jaw-dropping Christmas light displays in The Magic City. We picked…
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Winter is coming. Checking out local restaurants and bars with heated patios + tents
We’ve surpassed sweater weather and have moved straight into “heater constantly on with multiple layers” weather. As restaurants have mastered al fresco dining, we’re checking out how they’re pivoting to safely serve diners during the winter. From tents to heaters,…
What YMCA Camp Cosby was like the 1st COVID summer + 2021 plans
In early 2020, YMCA Camp Cosby was looking at a banner year, but COVID had other plans. We reached out to executive director Steve Merifield to learn what camp was like last summer. Plus, we found out what parents and…
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What’s happened to the prehistoric river giants of Alabama?
Primitive. Ancient. Rare. These are the words that best describe Alabama’s three species of sturgeon, a fish that dates back 245 million years in fossil records. It’s likely that you’ve never heard of a sturgeon, much less seen one.
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57 years of holiday tradition—a look at the Gardens’ poinsettia tree
The poinsettia tree has been a beloved holiday tradition at Birmingham Botanical Gardens since 1963. Each year, a living poinsettia tree is assembled for the public to admire and enjoy. We dove into the history and got an inside look…
Bringing red-cockaded woodpeckers—nature’s historic preservationists—back to Alabama
In our first story about animals returning to Alabama, we learned about black bears making a comeback in Northeast Alabama near Little River Canyon and Lookout Mountain area. In this, our second installment, we explore efforts to preserve and restore…
A little magic right here in the city—autumn in Birmingham Botanical Gardens
This time of the year is full of all kinds of magic in Birmingham. From watching the tree lightings around town to crunching on ginkgo leaves, there’s something beautiful around every corner. There’s no place in town more magical than…
Your local gift guide for the outdoor enthusiast in Birmingham
Time to go exploring. Sometimes it’s hard to find good gifts for the person who would rather be outside and on-the-go, but finding the perfect gift doesn’t have to be a trek. Here are five local spots to visit to…
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Here comes the sun. Jaw dropping places to watch sunrises in Birmingham.
Are you an early riser? Morning person? Or did you stay out all night till dawn?
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Black bears, our state mammal, are returning to Alabama. See how these cubs will help us.
Let me introduce you to four male black bear cubs who reside near the Little River Canyon National Preserve. Say hello to Pea Eye, Newt, Gus and Blue Duck.
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5 spots to FALL in love with the changing leaves in Birmingham, including Oak Mountain State Park
You heard it here first, folks. Fall is the prettiest time to enjoy the beauty of some of Birmingham’s best parks. If you want to see the changing leaves in all their glory, there is no better time than now—so,…
Time to put the Gardens to bed—fall plant tips from the pros
Temps are cooling, leaves are changing… autumn has officially arrived in Birmingham. We caught up with the plant experts from the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens to get gardening advice as we head into winter. Here’s what you need to…