Provides traditional classroom and immersive outdoor field experiences for people learning about forestry, wildlife, and natural resources management.
The Solon Dixon Forestry Education Center (SDFEC) is an outdoor classroom and education center located in Andalusia, Alabama. In addition to its use as the field site for the School of Forestry and Wildlife Sciences summer practicum experience, the Center is also available as an event venue for private/semi-private groups and often serves other universities, not-for-profit organizations, and government agencies.
One of the finest field facilities of its type in the nation, the Dixon Center features:
* 5,300+ acres offering fresh water springs, longleaf pine forests, cypress swamps, and river frontage along the Conecuh River and borders the National Forest
* 100-seat auditorium, classrooms, and conference rooms
* Recreation areas and outdoor gathering spaces
* Cafeteria-style dining seats up to 85
* Variety of living arrangements to accommodate up to 100 guests
* Guided tours and field study
Contact the SDFEC via email at [email protected] or phone: (334) 222-7779.
To function as a living laboratory for hands-on, experiential learning for students, practitioners, and land owners who come to the facility to explore its diverse ecosystems and learn best practices from leaders in their field.
