JSU Field School

10/05/2026

🚧 Attention visitors: Road work will be taking place in the backcountry of the Wildlife Management Area (WMA) this month. Please use extra caution when exploring these areas—watch for workers, equipment, and changing road conditions. Your safety is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding!

09/29/2026

We had so much fun fishing with friends on Saturday at Canyon Mouth Park! We love helping people catch their very first fish! Thanks to the Cherokee County 4-H and the Little River Canyon National Preserve!

09/24/2026

The Canyon Explorers traveled back in time through science last week! We uncovered fascinating ways scientists piece together stories from the past.

09/14/2026

Huge thanks to Desoto State Park for hosting the annual Dutch Oven Workshop at the Canyon Center last Saturday! This is always such a delicious day we look forward too! If you missed out be sure to check out the next one at Desoto State Park Camp Ground on October 17.

09/11/2026

A huge thank you to VIPER for hosting the Venomous Snake Workshop designed to teach safety and relocation training to first responders and outdoor professionals.

Participants learned snake identification, safe handling and relocation techniques, and what to do if a snakebite occurs. This helps reduce the risk of snakebite incidents while promoting the safe coexistence of people, pets, and wildlife.

We're grateful for the opportunity to enhance our knowledge and better serve our community!

09/04/2026

As our very full fall event calendar approaches, we're thrilled to share that Maurey Roberts has joined our team as the new manager of sales and visitor services. With an extensive background in live music production, he brings a unique and much appreciated skillset to the role.

A native of Fort Payne, Roberts earned a degree in Recording Industry Management from Middle Tennessee State University. He began his career as a studio and live sound engineer in 2007.

From 2013 until 2021, he served as Special Events and Venue Manager for the City of Fort Payne where he managed the DeKalb Theatre, Coal and Iron Building, and the City Auditorium. He also served as Boom Days Chairman during his tenure with the City of Fort Payne. Roberts completed his Master of Music in Music Business and Entertainment Industries from the University of Miami in 2022.

“It’s an exciting time for our area. We’re seeing continued interest and growth in our beautiful hometown, both on Main Street and in our natural wonders," Roberts said. "I look forward to building upon all the work preceding me at the Canyon Center. I'm excited to work with community members and partner organizations to continue the Center's legacy of enriching cultural programming and highlighting the beauty and importance of Little River Canyon.”

Visit our gift shop or attend one of our many upcoming events (check out our event page!) and welcome Maurey to the Canyon Center team!

08/21/2026

A huge thank you to our 4-H’ers for helping protect our pollinators, one count at a time! 🐝💛

Be sure to take 15 minutes to document pollinators for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census today and tomorrow! 🔎🐝
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👉 Learn how to participate and submit your count: https://gsepc.org

08/20/2026

Join us and the DeKalb County 4-H tomorrow at the Little River Canyon Center for the Great Southeast Pollinator Census!

🐝🌼 Become a Citizen Scientist with 4-H! 🌼🦋

Join DeKalb County 4-H and the JSU Field School for The Great Southeast Pollinator Census on Friday, August 21, from 10:30–11:30 a.m. at the Little River Canyon Center!

Youth ages 5–18 are invited to participate in this exciting hands-on event where you'll become a citizen scientist by helping count bees, butterflies, and other important pollinators. Your observations will contribute to a regional research effort while you learn why pollinators are essential to our environment and food supply.

This is a fun opportunity to explore nature, develop science skills, and make a real impact!

📅 Date: August 21
⏰ Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Little River Canyon Center
👧🧒 Ages: 5–18

📞 Registration is required. To sign up, contact the DeKalb County Extension Office at 256-845-8595.

We hope you'll join us for this buzzing adventure in science! 🐝🌸🍃