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5 Rivers, Events

See our Saturday Adventures Schedule!

Every Saturday - Sunset Safari!

December 4 - Wyland original donated to 5 Rivers

Monthly - Wine Tasting Sunset Cruise

May 1-September 30 - Hooked On Alabama

September 20 - 21st Annual AL Coastal Cleanup

September 28 - Turtle Derby on the Delta

October 16-19 - Alabama Coastal Birdfest

October 25 - Wine Festival

October 31 - Deadline for 2009 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest

November 1 - Kayak Fishing Tourney

December 4-10 - Wyland Traveling Exhibit


Academy donates Wyland's "Mobile Bay"

On display now in the Tensaw Theater

The United States Sports Academy has donated two very special items to 5 Rivers. The first item is “Mobile Bay,” a one-of-a-kind painting created by world renowned artist Wyland with school children from Mobile and Baldwin Counties. The second item is a limited edition print of “Ocean Paradise” by Wyland and Guy Harvey.  Visit 5 Rivers  to see the pieces on display.

Wine Tasting Cruise Wine Tasting Sunset Cruise

View a spectacular sunset over the Delta aboard the "Pelican" pontoon boat while enjoying a relaxing cup of wine.  Book your seat today before they sell out!

In case of bad weather, rainchecks will be provided.  Tickets are only $36, so call 251-259-8531 or visit Hovercraft Safaris to book your seat now.
  

 

 


May 1 - September 30, 2008

Hooked On Alabama!

5 Rivers Hooked On Alabama Lure Tour

Don't miss this unique display of giant fishing lures, each amazing piece created by a talented Alabama artist.  If you see one you like, it can be yours.  Contact for purchasing lures is Ashley Henderson at 334-300-3392. All proceeds benefit the Alabama Clean Water Partnership.

Come get hooked!

 
 

September 20, 2008

21st Annual Alabama Coastal Cleanup, 8am-Noon

 

Grab your canoe or 'yak and come help us  "get the trash out of the splash" by cleaning up Alabama's waterways. Don't have a canoe or kayak, don't worry!  We have them for rent here at 5 Rivers Outfitters

Contact Shonda Borden at 251-625-0814 for questions and details.

September 28, 2008, Noon-3:30pm

Turtle Derby on the Delta

5 Rivers Turtle Derby!Join the Shellebration!  Adopt a rubber turtle for only $5, and race it down the pass for some great prizes.  This promises to be a great family fun day, with free boat rides all day.  Winners will be announced on 95KSJ, and all proceeds benefit Covenant Hospice patient and family services in Mobile. 

Click here for more details!

 


 

October 16-19, 2008

5th Annual Alabama Coastal Birdfest

 

Four days of guided birding tours, informative speakers, evening events, boat tours and more!   

The reddish egret at the left is trying to thumb a ride to the fest - too bad he has no thumbs!  Picture taken by Terry Hartley.

Click here for more information on Birdfest.

 

 

 

 

 


 

October 25, 2008

Catholic Social Services Wine Festival

More information coming soon!

 


 

October 31

2009 Outdoor Alabama Photography Contest

October 31 is the deadline for entry into this annual Outdoor Alabama Photography contest.  Whether you're an amateur or full-blooded pro, everyone is welcome to enter.  Take pictures of your favorite Alabama animal or plant, beautiful Alabama scenery or your favorite recreational activity.  Winners will be published in the February 2009 Issue of Outdoor Alabama.

 

For more information and entry forms, please visit: 

http://www.outdooralabama.com/outdoor-alabama/2009_photo_con.cfm.

 


 

 

November 1, 2008

Mobile Bay Kayak Fishing Association Fishing Tournament

We had such a great time last year, we're going to do it again!  So many fish, so little time...

Pencil in this date on your calendar, and more information will be coming soon.

Visit MBKFA.com for details on the group, on fishing, and of course - on paddling!

 

 

 


 

Wyland Clean Water Challenge

Traveling Exhibit, Dec 4-10

Wyland Clean Water Challenge

 

Water on wheels mobile learning center - interactive fun with oceans, lakes, streams, rivers and wetlands.  Don't miss your chance to see this international traveling exhibit.

 

Click here for the Wyland website.

 


   Sunset Safari!

Saturday evenings depart at 6:45

Sunset SafariEvery Saturday Evening, join us as we depart from either the Bluegill or 5 Rivers for a Delta Sunset Safari.  Grab some beverages and food, bring your friends and make some new ones with a beautiful sunset over the Mobile-Tensaw Delta.

Click here for rates and booking information.  What a great way to spend an evening!

 

5 Rivers – Alabama’s Delta  Resource Center
30945 Five Rivers Blvd.
Spanish Fort, AL 36527
251-625-0814
Monday through Sunday
 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m


 Last updated August 26, 2008

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