Outdoor Activities For Groups
In Gulf Shores & Orange Beach
When planning your in-person meeting or work event, it’s a great idea to include fun activities for your attendees in between hours of work. Social gathering options can increase interest in your event and create an incentive for people to attend or book early. Our area is full of open-air dining and outdoor activity options, and our beach breezes provide an ideal coastal getaway for your participants.
10 Fun, SociallyDistanced Activities for Your Meeting Attendees
1. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is fun for all ages. With group rates, the zoo encourages your attendees to spread out and explore a 25-acre habitat with a wide variety of animals. Pet the baby kangaroos, watch outdoor presentations and dine in the first green-certified restaurant in the state of Alabama.
2. Dolphin cruises and tours are great for smaller groups and make for an unforgettable experience in the open air. Watch dolphins play, jump out of the water, and even swim next to the boat. Be sure to bring your camera or have your phone handy!
3. Designated as one of the 10 Natural Wonders of Alabama, the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge offers visitors the chance to encounter native plants and animals in their natural habitat. From the safety of four terrific trails, you’ll find many forms of flora and fauna that you’ve never seen before - and are unlikely to see anywhere else.
4. A guided pier walk is a great way to learn about the beaches’ history as well as future plans to protect our beautiful ecosystem while maintaining social distance. Expert naturalists from Gulf State Park’s Nature Center will familiarize you with the pier, marine wildlife, and conservation efforts of the park.
5. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail's trail system offers 28+ miles of accessible paved trails within Gulf State Park. The park’s 6,150 acres are filled with fresh air and open spaces, so it’s as if this natural treasure was made for social distancing.
6. Arrange a guided 2-hour Coastal Segway adventure through Gulf State Park. Enjoy beautiful, natural scenery while team building during this group-friendly activity.
7. Sand Castle University specializes in teaching sandcastle-building techniques to groups of all ages and skill levels. They even bring all the tools you need. It’s easy to make this into a socially distanced activity right on the beach wherever you’re staying or meeting.
8. Shopping is another great way for your attendees to explore the area while practicing social distancing. Locations such as The Wharf offer food, drinks, and unique boutiques full of gifts they will want to take home. The open-air surroundings create a fun day for everyone after attending indoor meetings.
9. Charter fishing is ideal for smaller groups. Your attendees will set sail with a certified captain for an exciting and safe water experience.
10. Last, but not least: THE BEACH! Take advantage of our 32 miles of sugar-white sand and wide-open spaces. There’s plenty of room to space out, and there’s nothing as relaxing as white sand under your feet, the sun on your skin, and the lull of the Alabama Gulf Coast waves.
Our team would be happy to assist you in reserving spaces for any of these activities. We know the area, and you can trust us to help you plan a meeting that your attendees won’t soon forget!
Plan where you and your attendees will stay by checking out our list of lodging options.
