Alabama State Parks E-Newsletter - November Issue

The latest version of Alapark.com was launched in July and has already been recognized by several website review organizations. These international competitions honor excellence in web creativity and digital communication. 

Employee Spotlight - 
Congrats to Lake Guntersville State Park Superintendent and Northeast Division Superintendent Michael Jeffreys, who was recently named Small Hotelier of the Year by the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association. 

Alabama 200 Birthday Celebration
On December 14th, there is only one place to be: Alabama’s Capital City for the grand finale of Alabama’s three-year bicentennial commemoration. This is sure to be the state’s biggest birthday party—at least in our first 200 years! 

Join us at Rickwood State Park for a truly magical experience when we transform the cave into Santa's Underground Workshop. The nature center will have holiday movies playing, crafts, and Santa letters for the children to fill out. This Winter Wonderland has been a hit so be sure to allow for time when attending.
Open Nov. 23 - Dec. 3, 2 pm - 8 pm 

The #AlabamaStateParks are proud to be partners with groups like this - A six-person AmeriCorps team is currently stationed at Lakepoint State Park in Eufaula, Alabama, to take part in a seven-week renovation project. AmeriCorps is a national volunteer program similar to the Peace Corps. Approximately 75,000 Americans volunteer with the program each year. 

The holiday season is upon us and there is no better time to visit our restaurants. Make your plans to enjoy one of these Thanksgiving meals:

• Cheaha State Park - Thanksgiving Brunch
• DeSoto State Park - Thanksgiving Buffet
• Joe Wheeler State Park - Thanksgiving Feast
• Lake Guntersville State Park - Thanksgiving Buffet
• Lakepoint State Park - Thanksgiving Buffet

The Alabama State Parks Foundation is seeking members. This new organization will raise money for all 21 parks to enhance programming, facilities and parks experiences.
To celebrate the birth of the Alabama State Parks Foundation, you can join others in becoming a “First Friend and Founding Member” of the Foundation.

Fall is a great time of year to visit the #AlabamaStateParks. Visit the events section of alapark.com to keep with the schedule. Check out these park events:

• Oak Mountain State Park - Blood Rock Trail Race
• Cathedral Caverns State Park - Trail Runs
• Rickwood Caverns State Park - Santa's Workshop
• Cheaha State Park - Enchanted Evening with Santa
• DeSoto State Park - Trail Trekker Hike Series
• Gulf State Park - Coastal Grinchmas
• Joe Wheeler State Park - Parade of Lights  

We understand how expensive family excursions can be. In order to save you money and make your trip more enjoyable we create park specials. Visit the park specials section on alapark.com from time to time to keep up with how you can save money enjoying the Alabama State Parks.