A dedication ceremony will be held for the T-pier in honor of James "Big Daddy" Lawler at Roland Cooper State Park on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 10 a.m.Â
Lawler was an outdoor enthusiast who passed away on Feb. 13. He was a native of Wilcox County and was known for his radio show and later podcast "Gettin' Outdoors" about the Black Belt region.Â
He was known also for his gregarious attitude, particularly in his passion for promoting outdoor activities.Â
The dedication event is sponsored by the Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association, Alabama Wildlife Federation, Alabama State Parks, the Alabama Bass Trail, Outdoor Alabama and Lawler Timber Company.
In attendance will be Gov. Kay Ivey, Commissioner Chris Blankenship and others.Â
Roland Cooper State Park is located at 285 Deer Run Drive in Camden.Â
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