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Natural Lands Program Newsletter Call 407-665-2211 for info 2018 Fall

Upcoming Hikes & Special Events

NATURAL LANDS GUIDED HIKES
Join Natural Lands staff and volunteers for guided hikes on some of our most beautiful wilderness areas. Experience the trails and learn about the amazing animals and plants that live in the variety of habitats. Children must be at least 7 years old and accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. Register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov or at any active park: Red Bug Lake Park, Sanlando Park, Sylvan Lake Park and Sports Complex. Park hours: Monday through Friday 8:00am - 10:00pm, Saturday and Sunday 8:00am - 8:00pm.
You cannot register over the phone.
Guided Hikes Cost: $3 per person
Date Theme Time Location .
*Sept. 8 Swamp Walk 8:00am-10:00am Spring Hammock Preserve
Sept. 22 Night Hike 7:00pm-9:00pm Lake Proctor Wilderness Area
**Sept. 29 Free Public Lands Hike 8:00am-12:00pm Black Bear Wilderness Area
Nov. 10 Birds & Bagels Hike 7:30am-9:30am Lake Harney Wilderness Area
*Swamp Walk will take you through thick black mud to explore the beauty of the hydric hammock. Wear closed-toed shoes and long pants. Lots of fun for the entire family! Bring something to sit on in your car, you WILL get muddy!!
**Black Bear Wilderness Area trail is a 7.1 mile loop trail. It is very rough terrain and is not recommended for children under 10 years of age. Bring water, bug repellent and wear comfortable hiking shoes.

PROPERTY Spring Hammock Preserve 2985 Osprey Trail, Longwood 32750
ADDRESSES: Lake Proctor Wilderness Area 920 E. SR 46, Geneva 32732
Black Bear Wilderness Area 5298 Michigan Ave., Sanford 32771
Lake Harney Wilderness Area 2395 Osceola Fish Camp Rd, Geneva 32732

SPECIAL EVENT! GREAT AMERICAN CAMPOUT: NOVEMBER 3 - 4

Learn to camp in a fun, family-oriented event. Meals included! We will have tent pitching assistance, cast iron cooking, a wildlife program, s'mores over a campfire and much more! Limited to 40 families.
Families must have a child 13 years old or younger to participate. One tent per family.
Date: November 3 - 4
Location: Lake Mills Park
1301 Tropical Avenue
Chuluota, FL 32766
Time: Saturday, 2:00pm to Sunday, 9:00am
Cost: $8/per person or $32/family (4 or more)
Register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov
Call 407-665-2211 for information.

The Seminole County Natural Lands Program is your source for these activities:
Eco Birthday Parties at the Ed Yarborough Nature Center Programs for Civic and Community Groups Scouting Programs/Hikes
Public and Private School field trips Eco Programs in your classroom Private day and night hikes for groups of 15-25
Geneva Campus Rental for meetings, parties, and events!
Call 407-665-2211 for more information.

Natural Lands Program Newsletter Call 407-665-2211 for more info 2018 Fall

Camps and Classes

Winter Adventure Eco Camp!
Imagine a camp where you can have fun while learning about the natural world! Have fun fishing, hiking, playing games, setting live traps, dip-netting, making crafts and much more! It’s an outdoor Adventure and Environmental Education program that is committed to promoting individual growth and environmental awareness. Call 407-665-2211 for more information.
When: December 31st - January 4th (no camp on Tues, Jan. 1)
Where: Ed Yarborough Nature Center
3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva 32732
Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm (extended day available from 7:30am - 5:30pm)
Cost: $132/week (extended day an additional $15/week)
Ages: 7-12
Register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov

Nature Classes:

Pre-Registration is required for ALL CLASSES, HIKES & PROGRAMS.
Register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov or at any active park

Bats of florida
City Bats Conservancy will present a multimedia and live bat program highlighting Florida’s bats. Meet some native bats and learn how they play an important role in ecosystems.
Date/Time: Saturday, September 15, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Ed Yarborough Nature Center
3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva
Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 7 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult)

Snakes of florida
Join a local expert from Seminole County Natural Lands as he gives an introduction to and dispels some of the myths about these often misunderstood cold blooded residents! The program begins indoors and concludes with an outdoor hike (closed-toed shoes required).
Date/Time: Saturday, October 6, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Ed Yarborough Nature Center 3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 7 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult)

COMPASS NAVIGATION CLASS
Come and learn how to navigate using only a map and compass. We will use our new skill to find the treasure! Led by a Florida Master Naturalist. Class limited to 15 children (ages 9 - 12), so sign up soon!
Date/Time: Saturday, October 20, 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Ed Yarborough Nature Center
3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva
Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 9 - 12 (children must be accompanied by an adult)

All about alligators
Join local experts from Jungle Adventures to learn about Florida’s most popular reptile residents! Get an up-close, hands on experience with live gators and learn how they live, eat, grow and how to be safe around them in the wild. Don’t be surprised if some other animal friends come along as guests for the day!
Date/Time: Saturday, October 27, 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Ed Yarborough Nature Center,
3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva 32732 Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 7 and up (children must be accompanied by an adult)

Forest Therapy walk (18+)
Led by a certified Forest Therapy Guide and inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku or “Forest Bathing,” this Forest Therapy walk will invite you to unplug, slow down, and utilize all of your senses to take advantage of the mental and physical health benefits of spending time in nature. This is a slow-paced activity, typically no longer than one mile in length, and no physical exertion is required. Please be sure to bring water and wear comfortable closed-toed shoes. Adults ages 18+
Date/Time: Saturday, October 13, 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Geneva Wilderness Area 3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva 32732 Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 18 and up (adults only)
Pre-registration is required, space is limited.
Register online at recreation.seminolecountyfl.gov or at any active park.
For more information, please call 407-665-2211.

For all classes: pre-registration is required, space is limited.
Register at any active park: Red Bug Lake Park, Sanlando Park or Sylvan Lake Park.

Property Addresses

Geneva, 3485 N. County Road 426, Geneva 32732
Chuluota, 3895 Curryville Rd, Chuluota 32766
Spring Hammock Preserve, 2985 Osprey Trail, Longwood 32750
Lake Harney, 2395 Osceola Fish Camp Rd, Geneva 32732
Lake Proctor, 920 E. SR 46, Geneva 32732

Black Bear, 5298 Michigan Ave, Sanford, FL 32771
Black Hammock, 3276 Howard Ave, Oviedo, FL 32765
Econ River, 3795 Old Lockwood Rd, Oviedo, FL 32765
Lake Jesup, 5951 Sanford Ave, Sanford, FL 32773