Rappelling Adventure — Jan 20, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Wild Cave Tour — Jan 22, 2010
Fort Payne Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.
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3rd Annual Cruising the Creekwalk 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk — Jan 23, 2010
Prattville Jan 23, Prattville
3rd Annual Cruising the Creekwalk 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk
334-318-8864. www.active.com. Fee for participants only. The Doster Center--The 5K begins at 9 a.m. and the 1 Mile at 10 a.m. Medals are awarded to 5K winners, certificates awarded to 1 mile winners and every child (12 and under) will receive a participatory medal of achievement. There will be awards, music, and refreshments, and food after the races.
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Rock Climbing Adventure — Jan 23, 2010
Fort Payne 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.
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Alabama Horse Council Horse Fair — Jan 23-24, 2010
Montgomery Jan 23-24, Montgomery
Alabama Horse Council Horse Fair
800-945-8033. www.alabamahorsecouncil.org.
Admission charged. Garrett Coliseum--""A Date with Tommie Turvey" (Sat.) and demos by Donna Maye West and Steve Jones, vendors, lectures, silent auction, drill team, cowboy-mounted shooters, BREED Barn, etc. 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
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Hypothermia Class — Jan 25, 2010
Fort Payne This three-hour class teaches the extreme dangers of hypothermia, recognizing the signs, and how to treat it. Meet at True Adventure Sports. 1-4 p.m.
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Wild Cave Tour — Jan 25, 2010
Fort Payne Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.
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Rock Climb/Rappel Combo — Jan 26, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Extreme Night Hike — Jan 4-29, 2010
Fort Payne Jan 4,9,19,&29, Fort Payne
Extreme Night Hike
256-997-9577. www.trueadventuresports.com. Admission charged. True Adventure Sports--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 teamwork.
6-8:30 p.m.
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Extreme Night Hike — Jan 29, 2010
Fort Payne 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 teamwork.
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2010 Senior Bowl — Jan 30, 2010 Mobile Jan 30, Mobile
2010 Under Armour Senior Bowl
251-438-2276. www.seniorbowl.com. Admission charged. Ladd-Pebbles Stadium--The nation's unique football game and football's premier pre-draft event, features the country's best senior collegiate football stars and top NFL draft prospects on teams representing the North and South coached by the entire coaching staffs from two NFL teams. 4 p.m.
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Rappelling Adventure — Jan 30, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Rappelling Adventure — Feb 1, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Wild Cave Tours — Feb 4, 2010
Fort Payne Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hr. adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels.
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Cold Weather Survival Class — Feb 5, 2010
Fort Payne Learn how to survive in cold harsh conditions. Learn tips to prevent hypothermia and death. 9 a.m.-noon.
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Rock Climb/Rappel Combo — Feb 6, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Celestial Navigation Class — Feb 10, 2010
Fort Payne
Celestial Navigation Class
256-997-9577. Admission charged. True Adventure Sports--This two-hour class is a basic introduction to navigation by the stars. Learn how to navigate without the use of a compass or GPS with the same rules used for almost six thousand years.
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Treasure Hunt Adventure — Feb 11, 2010
Fort Payne This adventure will take you deep into the heart of Manitou Cave, follow clues to find the ultimate treasure.
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Polar Bear Run--5K & 1-mile Fun Run, 15th Annual — Feb 13, 2010
Prattville Feb 13, Prattville
Polar Bear Run: 5K & 1-mile Fun Run
334-365-0606. www.polarbearrun.org. Admission charged. First Baptist Church--Activities for runners, walkers and fun-seekers of all ages. 5K follows a USATF-certified course that is mostly flat with hilly sections. 5K, 9 a.m.; fun run 10 a.m. follow by awards.
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Rappelling Adventure 10 AM - 2 PM — Feb 13, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Rock Climbing Adventure — Jan 2-Feb 18, 2010
Fort Payne Jan 2-Feb 18, Fort Payne
Rock Climbing Adventure
256-997-9577. www.trueadventuresports.com. Admission charged. True Adventure Sports--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. Dates: Jan 2, 18, & 23, Mar 15, 18, & 26, Feb 18. 2-6 p.m.
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Rock Climbing Adventure — Feb 18, 2010
Fort Payne 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.
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Rock Climb/ Rappel Combo — Feb 20, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction.
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Rescue Rappelling Class — Feb 23, 2010
Fort Payne Feb 23-Dec 20, Fort Payne
Rescue Rappelling Class
256-997-9577. www.trueadventuresports.com. Admission charged. True Adventure Sports--Learn about rescue rigging, hauls, rappel devices, knots, safety procedures and protocols, gear, and emergency belaying. Dates: Feb 23, Aug 9, Dec 20. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Knot Class & Application — Feb 25, 2010
Fort Payne Introduction and instruction to essential knots and their application for camping, rappelling, rock climbing, outdoors survival, and other applications. $20/person. Meet at T.A.S. Training Center.
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Rappelling Adventure — Feb 27, 2010
Fort Payne Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
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* Please note that the listing of an event does not constitute sponsorship or endorsement by the Bureau. The information contained herein is provided merely as a guide to aid you in your planning. Although every effort has been made to ensure accuracy in information provided, changes in schedules sometimes occur after the Calendar has been printed. It is suggested that you confirm information prior to finalizing your travel plans. You may also contact the Bureau at 1-800-ALABAMA.
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