The trail winds through more than 50 birding sites in Baldwin and Mobile counties, and is enhanced by directional and interpretive signage. Loops are close enough that you can easily drive from one to another. In between each are plenty of places to eat, sightsee and soak in the local flavor, so grab your binoculars and head out for a walk on the wild side.

12695 County Road 95, Elberta - Come see carnivorous plants, wildflowers, plant and butterfly nurseries, turtles, forests, and nature library/bookstore with the resident biologist of this private 20-acre ecological restoration project. By appointment only. Biologist-guided tours can be arranged for school groups, garden clubs, families, etc.. at $10/person (minimum 2 people)

12295 State Hwy. 180, Gulf Shores - Enjoy more than six miles of hiking trails and beach access. Open from sunrise to sunset. Office hours: 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday.

109 Bienville Blvd., Dauphin Island - The sanctuary consists of 164 acres of maritime forest. Multiple walking trails allow the birder miles of habitat for neotropical migrants.

703 LeMoyne Dr., Dauphin Island - We customize to your rental needs of all levels of experience and ages. Giant Brand Bicycles, kids’ bikes with or without training wheels, and a child pull-behind for two toddlers.

101 Bienville Boulevard, Dauphin Island - Open daily. Admission charged and group rates available. Handicapped accessible. Visual displays and interactive exhibits highlight Mobile's estuary system. All ages welcome!

30945 Five Rivers Boulevard, Spanish Fort - New facility for outdoor recreation, conservation and land stewardship in Alabama. It's the ultimate place to begin your adventure into over 250,000 acres of scenic waterways, woods and wetlands.

Wolf Bay Drive, Foley - The Preserve, opening January 2010 boasts 484 acres of natural habitats, including pitcher plant bogs and mixed forests. It offers a canoe/kayak launch, hiking trails and bird watching.