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Beginner’s Backpacking Trip

Auburn Outdoors

  The Pinhoti Trail\, located in the Talladega National Forest\, is thought to be the precursor of the Appalachian Trail. It offers many amenities\, incredible views\, and immaculate trail. Perfect for the beginner backpacker\, this weekend trip covers 10-20 miles. Interested in the finer points of backpacking? Learn from Auburn...

Love in the Wild: Valentine’s Day Hike

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center , United States

Register now for a three quarter of a mile hike by moonlight on Valentine’s Day at the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center! In today’s hyper connected world\, it can be refreshing to unplug and enjoy a romantic moonlit evening under the stars. Join other couples for this interactive hike sharing sweet...

AU Medicinal Plant Garden Tour

Medicinal Plant Garden

Come out to learn about various familiar and unfamiliar herbs\, native and exotic plants\, and their medicinal uses. Everyone is welcome. Donations are appreciated in order to keep the garden growing. Tours will be held monthly from April to October on every third Tuesday.

National Walk at Lunch Day

Walker Building

Join the Auburn University Pharmaceutical Care Clinic for \'National Walk at Lunch Day.\'<p class=\'au_today_p\'>This is part of a nationwide event created by Blue Cross Blue Shield\, and is designed to encourage people of all ages\, backgrounds\, and lifestyles to make walking a healthy habit for life.</p> <p class=\'au_today_p\'>Participants will meet...

Outdoor Adventure Scavenger Hunt

Kiesel Park

This scavenger hunt teaches guests about Auburn\'s largest park by giving them a fact sheet and asking them to hunt for clues.

AUsome Amphibians & Reptiles

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center , United States

This is a one-hour presentation on the AUsome amphibians and reptiles found in our state and beyond. Children and adults will enjoy this entertaining hands-on program with live animals. Admission is $5/person. Children 3 and under are free. Pre-registration is not required\, and proceeds benefit the Kreher Preserve & Nature...

Fall Family Fun Day

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center , United States

There will be music\, nature hikes\, fake snake hike\, animal encounters\, face painting and a craft with the art museum. The new alligators will be featured\, and attendees can help decide on their names. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. A professional photographer will be available for family...

Arts on the Hill

Pebble Hill

There will be a photography exhibition by Frank Uhlig. The Auburn University/Community Orchestra will also perform. The event is free\, open to the public\, and family-friendly. Bring a chair or blanket. Parking onsite is limited; street parking is available.

Nature Walk

Louise Kreher Preserve and Nature Center , United States

Join guides from the Louise Kreher Forest Ecology Preserve & Nature Center for a peaceful morning walk and take in the many sights and sounds of the preserve.  Nature Walks are good for the mind\, body\, and soul and offer excellent opportunities to socialize and learn\, while enjoying fresh air and exercise...

Canoe Camping

Auburn Outdoors

Join Auburn Outdoors to enjoy your Thanksgiving break by exploring the Suwannee River by canoe\, but still be home for Thanksgiving day with your family! We will paddle the historic free flowing river seeing wildlife\, swamps\, high limestone banks\, hammocks of hardwood\, and springs along the way. Luxury camping awaits...

Fire on the Plains

Kreher Preserve & Nature Center , United States

During this fun interactive program\, attendees will learn how fire shapes the natural landscape of the forest and participate in a prescribed burn\, weather permitting. The City of Auburn Fire Department and Smokey the Bear will also be on hand to teach fire safety. Children will enjoy exploring a fire...