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

Have you ever laid eyes on a River Otter or Wild Turkey? Have you ever heard the call of a Barred Owl at night? March is the luckiest time of the year to experience the sights and sounds of wild St. Lucie County. With over 11,000 acres of protected land to explore in the county, the Environmental Resources Department's award-winning Guided Nature Program series can introduce you and your family to local wild spaces. Join an experienced guide, get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of St. Lucie County. You might get lucky and experience something amazing!

· Saturday, March 14 – Ancient Invertebrates: Horseshoe Crabs Walk 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.

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ERD Guided Nature Program hikes are FREE, reservations are required, and space is limited. GNP season now runs from September through June. There are various topics, locations, and distances all designed for different ages and abilities. For more information, and a listing of all GNP events, visit www.SLChikes.org.

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