July 2018
Cahaba River Ramble Trail Race
$40 – $50
June 9, 2018 Registration at 6:30am | Race begins at 7:30 am Where: Cahaba National Widlife Refuge in West Blocton, AL ABOUT THE CAHABA RIVER RAMBLE The Cahaba River Ramble Trail Race, held each spring, includes a spectacular 5k and a 10-mile trail race along the “biological heart” of Alabama’s longest remaining free-flowing river, the Cahaba, and is the primary annual fundraiser for our CLEAN Environmental Education Program. Located in the Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge while the treasured…
Find out more »September 2018
Guided Canoe Trip to the Ox Bow Lakes in Perry County
$20
Ox Bows are old river meanders that have been cut off, leaving a naturally-formed lake. The Perry County Lakes are Cahaba River meanders that have grown up into Cypress and Tupelo swamps with lots of Spanish moss and unusual wildlife. We often find freshwater shrimp and other odd invertebrates, bryozoans, carnivorous aquatic plants, and occasionally, an alligator. This is a well-known Birding location. It is a fascinating and beautiful place.. We will meet at 8:30 am at the Colonnade Shopping…
Find out more »Guided Harvest Moon Canoe Trip
$20.00
A moonlit evening on the Cahaba is a delightful, unique, and relaxing way to enjoy a flatwater portion of the Cahaba. We usually hear a variety of wildlife, and often see hundreds of glowworms. These outings begin at dusk at the old Highway 280 bridge. We paddle about two hours in the 280 pool and then return to the same place we put in.
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Cahaba River Fry-Down
$20
COME DOWN, GET DOWN, FRY-DOWN! Since 2010, the Cahaba River Society has hosted an annual event that not only helps the planet, but also the palate. The 9th Annual Cahaba River Fry-Down will take place this year on Sunday, September 30, 2018, 12pm-4pm at Railroad Park. The event has become another staple in the Birmingham metro foodie movement, as culinary masters, old and new, battle it out for the top catfish cooking prizes. In addition to delicious catfish, guests will also…
Find out more »October 2018
Guided Canoe Trip on the Cahaba in Perry County
$20.00
Day trips are all-day adventures to a seldom seen stretch of the Cahaba River. There will be ample opportunities to stop, explore, and see the sights. Staff will point out wildlife, seine for fish, and discuss the natural history of wildlife and southern rivers when the critters present themselves. It is not unusual for us to spot resident Bald eagles on these trips. We will meet at 8:30 am at the Colonnade Shopping Center in front of Gold's Gym. We…
Find out more »“Art Break” with Cahaba River Society and Birmingham Museum of Art
On the third Tuesday of each month, Museum curators and special guests lead visitors on a 30-minute exploration in the galleries. This month, BMA curators and Beth Stewart and La'Tanya Scott of the Cahaba River Society will speak about cross-currents between Waterline and the Cahaba River Watershed in a special ArtBreak on Tuesday, October 16 at noon.
Find out more »Overnight Guided Canoe Camping Trip to Perry County
$20.00
One of the very best ways to get a feel for the nature of the Cahaba River is to spend a couple of days and a night camping on the river. The first day is much like the Day Trips described above. But instead of crawling out of the river at the end of the day, we find a sand bar, pitch tents, cook a meal, and spend the night by a campfire. Soaking up an entirely different kind of…
Find out more »January 2019
Alabama Symphony Orchestra “Unwined”
$25.00
Join us for a fun, relaxing way to start the new year! Part of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra's "Unwined" series, this casual concert partners the Symphony with Cahaba River Society, bringing people together for a healthier and cared for Cahaba River. Doors will open at 5pm for a social hour with a wine bar, information from Cahaba River Society, and the debut of a special film by Hunter Nichols that explores the connection between music and nature as we follow the Alabama…
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Cahaba Family Reunion: 30th Anniversary Annual Meeting
Free
When: Thursday, January 31, 2019 from 5:30-8:00 pm Where: Independent Presbyterian Church Highland Hall, 3116 Highland Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205 Join us for our 30th anniversary celebration! We will take a look back to honor all that we've achieved in the last three decades and share our vision for moving forward and all that we hope to achieve in the decades to come! See Executive Director Beth Stewart's special 30th anniversary message: We need your help! YOU are an important part of our…
Find out more »April 2019
Guided Canoe Trip: Grants Mill to Old Overton
$20 – $40
Grants Mill to Old Overton is the most popular section of the Cahaba for paddling due to its beauty, ease of access, and proximity to Birmingham.
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