Montgomery, AL – Legacy Partners in Environmental Education has launched a weeklong expedition aimed at strengthening environmental education across Alabama. From June 22 to June 29, twenty educators are traveling from the mountains of North Alabama to the shores of the Gulf Coast to gain firsthand experience with the state’s diverse ecosystems.
The program is designed to deepen educators’ understanding of Alabama’s natural environments while equipping them with classroom-ready tools and strategies. Participants receive 50 professional development credits through immersive, field-based learning with scientific experts, exploring ecological regions and practicing outdoor education techniques.
“This expedition is about more than professional development—it’s about connecting educators with Alabama’s incredible natural resources and biodiversity,” said Toni Bruner, Executive Director of Legacy.
The itinerary includes:
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June 22: Camp McDowell – river studies and geology hikes
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June 23: DeSoto State Park – flora and fauna identification
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June 24: Little River Canyon – aquatic ecology via snorkeling
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June 25: Cheaha State Park and Wetumpka – hikes and crater tour
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June 26: Montgomery – river exploration and cultural studies
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June 27: Solon Dixon Forestry Center – Longleaf Pine ecosystem
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June 28: Dauphin Island Sea Lab – marine life and coastal ecology
Educators explore topics ranging from mountain geology to marine ecosystems, developing a broader sense of place and purpose. Past participant Mike Ezell noted, “Adventurers on this journey will experience firsthand Alabama’s amazing biodiversity and the biological services that are provided.”
Legacy’s statewide expedition represents one of its most comprehensive offerings, reinforcing its mission to support environmental literacy and stewardship through education.
