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Reservations are required for ALL programs (unless otherwise noted). All participants are required to sign a Program Participation Form and COVID-19 Waiver before each program.

TO REGISTER and MAKE PAYMENT for PROGRAMS:
Online - Select the “Online Services” tab at the top of this page and click on Register/Pay for Program; Login with your username and password. (New users must create a household account online-please follow online instructions)

In Person - Visit the nature center during operating hours.

​JULY


BIRD TALK AND WALK!
Saturday, July 2, 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 16, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)          
Start the day off with a Florida bird presentation followed by a one-hour birding tour with one of our naturalists. Bring binoculars and your field guide if you have them.

NATURE JOURNALING
Saturday, July 9, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Participants will be able to observe, experience, and record nature around us in this unique program learning the basics of nature journaling. Feel free to bring your own materials including a journal or notebook and writing utensils of your choice. Materials will be provided to all who need them.

NIGHT STALKERS
Wednesday, July 27, 8:00 p.m.
Ages 9+, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)         
Join a naturalist on a night-time boardwalk tour looking at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Flashlights are recommended, but not required.

REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS
Saturday, July 23, 10:00 a.m.   
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Join a naturalist as we learn about Florida’s reptiles and amphibians.

​​AUGUST


REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS: TENACIOUS TURTLES
Wednesday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS: SENSATIONAL SNAKES
Wednesday, August 17, 10:00 a.m.
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS: AWESOME ALLIGATORS
Saturday, August 27, 10:00 a.m.
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Join a naturalist as we learn about Florida’s reptiles and amphibians. 
 
NATURE JOURNALING
Friday, August 5, 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, August 10, 9:30 a.m.
Friday, August 19, 9:30 a.m.
Wednesday, August 24, 9:30 a.m.​
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)
Participants will be able to observe, experience, and record nature around us in this unique program learning the basics of nature journaling. Feel free to bring your own writing materials but pencils and paper will be provided to all who need them. 
 
BIRD TALK & WALK: BIRDS OF PREY
Saturday, August 6 & 20, 9:30 a.m.
BIRD TALK & WALK: WETLAND BIRDS
Friday, August 12 & 26, 9:30 a.m.
All ages, $3/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)          
Start the day off with a Florida bird presentation followed by a one-hour birding tour with one of our naturalists. Bring binoculars and your field guide if you have them. 

ANIMAL KEEPER FOR A DAY
Saturday, August 13, 9:30 a.m.
Ages 8+, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 8)
Ever wondered what it would be like to be an animal keeper?  Work behind the scenes with animal care staff and volunteers to find out.  It can be a dirty job but the most rewarding!
 
NIGHT STALKERS 
Wednesday, August 31, 7:30 p.m.
Ages 9+, $5/participant (Reservations required, limit 20)         
Join a naturalist on a night-time boardwalk tour looking at nature from the point of view of its nocturnal residents. Flashlights are recommended, but not required.

Additional Information:
FREE guided 1/2 mile boardwalk tours, Times vary, call for details.
No reservations required, sign in at the front desk. All tours subject to cancellation, please call to confirm.