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A FACILITY OF THE
STATE LANDS DIVISION
Alabama Department of Conservation and
Natural Resources
The Wehle Nature Center is a facility designed to promote
and foster educational opportunities pertaining to conservation
in Alabama. The Wehle Nature Center is staffed and run by the
State Lands Division. The 25-acre grounds support several hiking
trails of varying lengths, where visitors may observe and learn
about plants, animals, and their respective communities.
WHO: The Wehle Nature Center is open to
the public on Saturdays, and by appointment on weekdays to
groups larger than 15 people. Groups may consist of adults or
children (K through 12 accompanied by one or more adults), who
represent schools, clubs, businesses, organizations, or simply
individuals interested in outdoor educational opportunities to
learn about conservation and the environment. Tours and
programs can be tailored to specific interests such as wild
flowers, birds or aquatic animals.
WHAT: Special morning and afternoon
Saturday programs feature a different topic each week. Visitors
are also welcome to simply enjoy the trails and scenic setting.
Certain programs permit fishing on designated weekends.
The Wehle Nature Center has no admission charge
to any of its events.
Outdoor experiences are complimented by
educational programs catering to various age groups, coupled
with contingency programs for variations in seasons, as well as
rainy days. Activities and displays illustrate the many
components of mans environment, and emphasize our day-to-day
interaction with our surroundings. Viewing kiosks highlight many
of the Centers wetland features, which mirror Alabamas
abundant aquatic habitats.
The Wehle Nature Center hosts a large modern
building, tastefully designed to reflect rural southern
architecture. The Centers main building houses independent
restroom facilities, a small kitchen, a large meeting room, as
well as a modest state-of-the-art theater featuring surround
sound and interesting nature films. Theater viewing is available
as a regular component of each tour.
WHEN: Please visit http://www.dcnr.state.al.us/public-lands/stateLands/WNC/ to see current hours of operation.
WHERE: The Nature Center is located
approximately 5 miles Southeast of Midway, Alabama on County
Road 47. Take U.S. Hwy. 82 from either Union Springs or Eufaula
to Midway and follow the "Nature Center" signs.
HOW: To check on special Nature Center
features or schedule your trip, call the State Lands Division at
1-800-LAND ALA.
Please indicate whether you are interested in a
tour, educational program, or simply desire to use the facility
for a meeting. Please be prepared to answer the following
questions:
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Arrival and departure time
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Name of school or group
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Address and phone number of contact
person
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Relative age group and number in party
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Any special needs or program requests
(e.g., programs on wildflowers, birds or aquatic
animals)
The Wehle Nature Center does not provide for
individual or group meals. Visitors staying through the noon
hour are expected to make their own lunch arrangements (e.g.,
sack lunches from home). Groups meeting for formal events may
contact the State Lands Division regarding local catering
arrangements. The Wehle Nature Center has no garbage
pick-up, therefore, visitors are asked to follow the creed of
the great outdoors: Pack it in, pack it out! |
Wehle
Nature Center