Ancient Invertebrates: Horseshoe Crabs Hike at Donald B. Moore Preserve

Start the year off right and explore the outdoors with the Environmental Resources Department through the award-winning guided nature program series. With more than 11,000 acres of protected land to discover, it’s a great time to start a new healthy hobby! Get moving and enjoy wild Florida by trail and by river. New to the area? Let an experienced guide show you around!

· Saturday, Jan 18 - Ancient Invertebrates: Horseshoe Crabs Hike at Donald B. Moore Preserve (8:00am-9:30am) - The Atlantic horseshoe crab (Limulus polyphemus) is a fascinating creature that has gone unchanged for millions of years. This preserve lies along the Indian River Lagoon, which is an estuary home to many aquatic animals including horseshoe crabs. Come learn about this “crab” species that isn’t a true crab, and how they’re a key to modern medicine.

Visit www.SLChikes.org for more information and to register. Question? Call 772-462-2536 or email [email protected]. Nature hikes are FREE, reservations are required, and space is limited. Kayak paddles are $20 per person with all equipment provided, reservations are required, and space is limited. The Guided Nature Program season runs from October through June. There are various topics, locations, and distances all designed for different ages and abilities.

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