Legacy, Partners in Environmental Education

10/16/2026

Capitol Canopy Workshop Recap!

Yesterday, educators came together to explore the importance of urban forests and green spaces and discover ways to protect Alabama’s natural resources!

Participants learned about native songbird recovery, Alabama’s trees, invasive species, reducing litter, and the important role trees play in our communities. They also enjoyed a Capitol Canopy Hike and participated in hands-on activities, including outdoor classrooms, dichotomous keys, and a Web of Life activity.

These engaging experiences provided educators with new ideas and activities to bring conservation concepts to life in their classrooms and inspire students to become environmental stewards.

Thank you to Roosevelt Robinson of Extension, Curtis Hansen of the Auburn Natural History Museum, and Shay Grant from PALS for joining us for a day of learning, exploration, and connecting with nature!

10/06/2026

Cornbread has a little shake to share! 🐍 Did you know corn snakes can vibrate their tails? Although these nonvenomous snakes don’t have rattles, their tails can make a buzzing sound against dry leaves, a defensive signal that says, “Give me some space!”

10/05/2026

Happy World Teachers’ Day!

Today, we celebrate the teachers, educators, mentors, and community leaders who inspire us to learn, grow, and care for the world around us. Your work plants seeds that can grow into stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.

And speaking of growing our communities… Don’t forget to register for Capitol Canopy: Conservation of Our Urban Communities!

📅 October 15th
📍 Alabama Forestry Foundation — Downtown Montgomery, AL
🌳 Only a few spots left!

Join us for an engaging workshop focused on the importance of trees, urban forestry, and conservation—and how we can work together to create healthier, more resilient communities.

Let’s keep learning, planting, growing, and investing in the future of our communities. Register here: https://legacyenved.org/educator-expeditions/

10/05/2026

Legacy, Partners in Environmental Education, was honored to be part of Turtle Point Science Center’s Nature Discovery Day: All About Birds!

It was a wonderful day filled with family fun, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of bird appreciation! We loved having the opportunity to share our passion for the natural world and help families discover more about the amazing birds that call Alabama home.

Thank you to Turtle Point Science Center for inviting Legacy to be part of such a fun and educational event!

Would you like Legacy to bring a program to your school, organization, or community event? Check out our website https://legacyenved.org/programs/ to learn more about the educational programs we offer and how we can help bring environmental education to your group!

10/03/2026

It’s a beautiful day for the Coosa River Challenge.
We are looking forward to seeing all the racers at Point C!

10/02/2026

We’re excited to a part of The Scout Guide Huntsville!

10/01/2026

09/28/2026

One of Legacy’s Teen Science Cafés, Coosa Valley Youth Services, took learning outside the classroom last week with an exciting day of STEM exploration at Cathedral Caverns!

Students explored cave geology, water erosion, stalactites and stalagmites, and geologic conservation while learning more about the science that shaped these incredible natural formations.

They also had the opportunity to discover careers in geology and see how STEM knowledge can lead to exciting careers protecting and studying our natural world.

We love seeing our Teen Science Cafés give students hands-on opportunities to explore, ask questions, and connect science to real-world experiences!

If you are interested in starting a Legacy Teen Science Cafe at your school, you can find more information and an application here: https://legacyenved.org/teen-science-cafe/

09/25/2026

Does your last name start with U, V, W, X, Y, or Z? If so, your tag renewal is due in October! Avoid the hassle of the DMV and renew online quickly and easily. Consider choosing the Environmental plate at https://www.revenue.alabama.gov/license-plates/ Proceeds from Alabama's "Protect Our Environment" plates go directly to supporting Legacy’s environmental initiatives across the state. Plus, Legacy tags are tax-deductible and can be personalized for free! Let us know when you've secured yours, and we'll send you a special thank-you gift!

09/24/2026

Yesterday, Legacy had a great time at Horseshoe Bend School exploring the water cycle with students through our Water Cycle Bracelet Game!

Students rolled the dice, traveled through the different stages of the water cycle, and collected beads along the way to create their own water cycle bracelets. As they moved from station to station, they discovered that water is always moving and changing—sometimes as a liquid, sometimes as a solid, and sometimes as a gas!

A big thank you to the teachers and students at Horseshoe Bend for welcoming Legacy to your school! We had a fantastic day of learning, exploring, and following the journey of water.

Science is always more fun when you can learn it hands-on!