March 30-April 1 2012

Gulf Coast Yacht & Boat Show
The Wharf
23101 Canal Road
Orange Beach, AL
http://rvexpo.net/site/shows/gulf-coast-boat-super-show/
The largest boat show on the Gulf Coast, featuring more than 400 exhibits! See hundreds of new yachts, cruisers, fishing boats, performance boats and more. Kids can enjoy the Kids Zone with fishing games and clinics. The event is packed with contests, a fishing pond and hands on clinics for the young fishermen.

March 31-April 12 2012

Spring Bird Banding Session 2012
Fort Morgan
51 State Highway 180 West
Gulf Shores, AL
(205) 681-2888
www.hummingbirdsplus.org
The Alabama Gulf Coast is a critical stopover point as migratory birds return from Central and South America. Banding hours are from before dawn to mid-afternoon, depending on the flow of birds. Bring a lawn chair, binoculars and inquisitive mind but leave pets at home. Admission to the fort is $5 for adults, $3 for children 6-12 and free to younger children. Banding is free.

April 27-29 2012

27th Annual Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast's Greatest Beach Party
Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar
17401 Perdido Key Drive
Pensacola, FL
(850) 492-0611
www.florabama.com
Usually held the last full weekend in April, this weekend is a known around the world for great Fish Tossin' Fun! Join over 1,000 people who come to this event and throw a mullet from the Florida side to the Alabama side of the State Line. Gates open at 9:00 AM, Children's toss at 10:00 AM, Adults at noon. Other activities include a bikini contest, keg toss and tug of war. Admission is $10 for adults over 21 years old, $15 for 16-20 year olds, 15 and under are free with paid parent or guardian, cash only.