FIELD TRIP: Osprey Acres Stormwater Park
About this Event
Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026
Location: Osprey Acres Stormwater Park, 925 Fifth St SW, Vero Beach.
Trip Leader Name: Diane Morgan
Trip Leaders Contact information: Phone/Text (preferred) 240-520-1455. Email: [email protected]
Trip/area Description: Osprey Acres Stormwater Park is an 84-acre ecosystem consisting of uphill pine, mesic oak hammock, a small scrub area, and artificial wetlands. Originally slated for 400 home parcels, IRC bought the property to preserve fragile wetlands and aid in further treatment of stormwater. The area provides home for mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, fish, and insects, 45 percent of which are rare or endangered. No pets allowed. No restrooms.
Duration of trip: 1 hour
Walking distance (if applicable): ~ 1 mile on firm pathways
Degree of difficulty, and any special instructions: Easy and Scenic. A mix of sun and shade, and a constructed wetland with open water! (There have been no sightings of the Florida Skunk Ape in area, but there’s always a possibility.)
Where you’d like participants to meet: Parking lot at the site.
Time of meeting: 9:00 am
Limit to number of participants: No limit, although the parking area is limited. Ride sharing is encouraged.
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