Turpentine Tales, Russell Crossroads, Alexander City

 This 30-minute walk down the Turpentine Trail in Russell Forest educates participants on the local wildlife while also giving local elementary students a chance to show off their knowledge and acting skills. Young student actors will dress up in a variety of animal costumes Oct. 27 and 28 and inform participants of their lives in the forest at various points along the trailhead from 6 p.m. to dusk. Characters may include the ring-necked snake, a hawk, a vulture and many others. At the end of the walk, there will be a large bonfire.