LAKE MARTIN 100 ULTRA RUN IN THE RUSSELL FOREST MARCH 16-17 2024 The Lake Martin 100 returns to the Russell Forest on March 16th and 17th. Ultra runners, if you are interested, there is more info on the Southeastern Trail Runs page. Runners from all over the US and beyond will take a shot at the Trails…
LAKE MARTIN 100 ULTRA RUN IN THE RUSSELL FOREST 2024 The Lake Martin 100 returns to the Russell Forest on March 16th and 17th. Ultra runners, if you are interested, there is more info on the Southeastern Trail Runs page. Runners from all over the US and beyond will take a shot at the Trails in the…
RUSSELL FOREST RUN 2024 It’s the 15th Annual Russell Forest Run! It’s hard to believe that 15 years ago, to help raise funds for the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation (ACSEF), the Russell Forest Run (10K – 5K) was born! Since then, through the support of local sponsors and the hundreds of yearly runners, the…
GUIDED NATURE HIKE LAST SUNSET OF THE YEAR DECEMBER 2023 DECEMBER 31ST, 2023 4 PM – 6:30 PM LAST SUNSET OF THE YEAR – New Year’s Kickoff for all ages! Bring the kids to Russell Forest for a hike to the highest point in Russell Forest as our Naturalist discusses all of the changes that have…
WILDLIFE PRESENTATION NATURALIST CABIN DECEMBER 2023 DECEMBER 2ND, 2023 9 AM – 2 PM WINTER IN THE RUSSELL FOREST Winter is often viewed as a time of dormancy. Although many native plants have dropped their leaves and stalled their activities, life goes on for numerous forest creatures. This month, we will focus on the features…
CHRISTMAS AT RUSSELL CROSSROADS November 24 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM The turkey and dressing have all disappeared YUM! We hope you had a great Thanksgiving! Now, it’s time to start thinking about Christmas! Your first stop on the Friday after Thanksgiving should be Russell Crossroads for Christmas at Crossroads. Christmas at Crossroads, complete with…
HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT RUSSELL CROSSROADS November 24 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM The Holiday Bazaar, in conjunction with Christmas at Crossroads, will be held Friday, November 24th on the Town Green at Russell Crossroads. Artisans and patrons from all over gather for the huge display of handmade goods – there is something for everyone on…
RUSSELL FOREST RUN 2023 FEBRUARY 25, 2023 7:45 AM – 11 AM 14th Annual Russell Forest Run! 14 years ago, to help raise funds for the Alexander City Schools Education Foundation (ACSEF), the Russell Forest Run (10K – 5K) was born! Since then, through the support of local sponsors and the hundreds of yearly runners,…
NIGHT HIKE LAST SUNSET OF THE YEAR DECEMBER 31, 2022 4 PM – 6 PM LAST SUNSET OF THE YEAR – New Year’s Kickoff for Kids! Bring the kids to Russell Forest for a hike to the highest point in Russell Forest as our Naturalist discusses all of the changes that have taken place for local…
WILDLIFE PRESENTATION AT RUSSELL CROSSROADS DECEMBER 2022 DECEMBER 3RD, 2022 9 AM – 2 PM Winter is often viewed as a time of dormancy. Although many native plants have dropped their leaves and stalled their activities, life goes on for numerous forest creatures. This month, we will focus on the features that enable Russell Forest…