Alabama Gulf Coast

2 09, 2020

“Get the Trash Out of the Splash” this month

By |2020-09-23T16:01:42+00:00September 2nd, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

The 33rd Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup is slated for September 19, 2020. It’s your chance to volunteer with thousands of others across the world to help clean coastal waters and shorelines on International Coastal Cleanup Day. Alabama’s first Coastal Cleanup was held in 1988 and since then more than 1.5 million pounds of trash has been collected by 83,000+ volunteers.   With the number of visitors to our beautiful shores topping 5 million each year, things can get a bit dirty. The Leave Only Footprints program has helped tremendously with keeping our coastline clean, but trash still makes its [...]

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19 08, 2020

Five things you might not know about dolphins

By |2020-08-19T18:30:13+00:00August 19th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

One of the most popular activities for visitors to the Alabama Gulf Coast is a dolphin cruise. It’s always a thrill to spot wild creatures in their natural habitat. The first sighting of a dolphin breaking the surface of the water can create a memory to last a lifetime.     These playful aquatic mammals capture the hearts of people, young and old. We know they are thought to be some of the smartest animals on the planet, communicating, socializing and playing with each other. They [...]

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22 07, 2020

Alabama Coastal Foundation

By |2020-07-14T17:32:04+00:00July 22nd, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

Do you ever wonder what you can do to help protect Alabama’s beautiful coastal environment? The Alabama Coastal Foundation is a good place to start. The foundation’s mission is to improve and protect Alabama’s coastal environment through cooperation, education and participation.   Economic growth in Coastal Alabama can have an impact on the environment. The ACF, by encouraging responsible citizen actions and offering opportunities to individuals, works to create a healthy balance between preserving the environment and the coastal way of life. ACF’s reliable, well-researched data [...]

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8 07, 2020

Skip the burn at the beach this summer

By |2020-07-14T17:21:50+00:00July 8th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

The greatest attraction for visitors to our coast is the sugar-white sand on our beaches. But did you know that the beautiful white sand reflects the sun and puts you in more danger of over-exposure and a serious sunburn? Throw in that glorious gulf breeze and the chances for a burn go even higher!   Are you aware of how to protect yourself and still enjoy the great coastal outdoors? First and foremost, a good sunscreen applied often, according to directions, is the best protection against sunburn. [...]

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24 06, 2020

Tips for building the best sandcastle

By |2020-06-17T14:54:16+00:00June 24th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

A castle built of sand is not meant to last, but the memories you make building one with your family will last forever.   Sandcastles are so much fun to build! It can be as simple as a bucket of sand turned upside-down, or as complicated as a detailed castle with turrets and spires. Whichever kind of castle suits you, we have some tips for building your masterpiece.    First, you will need simple tools. You probably have these at home, but you can also purchase fun sandcastle building kits [...]

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17 06, 2020

Be Dolphin SMART when you’re on the water

By |2020-06-17T14:48:56+00:00June 17th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

We all know dolphins are smart, but have you heard of being Dolphin SMART?   Sometimes we humans get a little overexcited when we come into contact with wildlife. In our enthusiasm, we want to feed them, touch them, play with them and, without meaning to, harass them. Engaging in this type of behavior is harmful to wildlife and can disrupt their natural behaviors such as breeding, feeding, breathing, migration, nursing and sheltering. We mentioned dolphins are smart; when humans offer them food, they quickly learn begging behavior. Dolphins are hunters, [...]

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10 06, 2020

Leave no trace during Great Outdoors Month

By |2020-06-17T14:42:37+00:00June 10th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

June has been named Great Outdoors Month, creating a monthlong celebration of the outdoors. It was designated to encourage everyone to “embrace the outdoor spirit of America and head outside into the natural world.” Here on the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast, we’re jumping in with both feet.     There are many ways to celebrate the great outdoors, even if it’s simply taking a walk at a nearby park. One of the best places to do this is the white-sand beach of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. Each year, our 32-mile Gulf of Mexico coastline entertains more than 5 million visitors from [...]

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25 03, 2020

Best Photo Locations in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

By |2020-02-27T18:23:11+00:00March 25th, 2020|Blog|0 Comments

Interested in an Instagram-friendly location across the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama? You’ll find a wealth of such! The Hangout (at the end of Hwy. 59) is one of the ideal spots. Pose in front of the bigger-than-life shaka sign or in a huge Adirondack chair or the Hangout bus. Find your favorite Pez on the Hangout DJ booth or head to the ever-amazing wish wall. But of course, best of all is the emerald green Gulf [...]

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20 12, 2019

Leave what you find when exploring the shores of the Alabama Gulf Coast

By |2019-11-12T13:38:09+00:00December 20th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

The Alabama Gulf Coast is a wonder. The endless blue skies, emerald water that gently laps on the sugar-white sands, the smell of fresh salt air and the shells you find scattered along your path. All wonders. All part of our natural environment. It’s easy to want to take home a treasure from the beach. A symbol of the memory of the day spent on the Alabama shores. But we want future generations to continue to enjoy the shores, soak [...]

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6 12, 2019

Help nesting birds on the Alabama Gulf Coast

By |2019-11-12T13:32:24+00:00December 6th, 2019|Blog|0 Comments

There are many threats and dangers for nesting birds along the Alabama Gulf Coast beaches, dunes and barrier islands. Beach-nesting birds like the Wilson’s plover, least tern, snowy plover and black skimmer all encounter hurdles, including storms and other natural disasters, as well as loss of habitat due to coastal development, off-road vehicles and people. Although each of those has contributed to their decreasing population, there are measures we can take to help these birds thrive once again. American Bird [...]

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