Florida’s Wading Birds Hike at DJ Wilcox Preserve

Name: Florida’s Wading Birds Hike at DJ Wilcox Preserve
Start: 2025-02-15T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-15T09:30:00-05:00
Location: D.J. Wilcox Preserve

Schedule

Sat Feb 15 2025 at 08:00 am to 09:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

D.J. Wilcox Preserve | Fort Pierce, FL

Come learn about wading bird biology and nesting as you enjoy the sights and sounds of D.J. Wilcox Preserve.
About this Event

Listen to your heart and explore the outdoors through the Environmental Resources Department’s award-winning guided nature program series. With more than 11,000 acres of protected land to discover, it’s easy to fall in love with wild Florida! Nature trails are the perfect setting to connect with others who share your love for the outdoors! Don’t just walk the trails—let them lead you to new connections!

· Saturday, Feb 15 – Florida’s Wading Birds Hike at DJ Wilcox Preserve (8:00am-9:30) - Come learn about wading bird biology and nesting as you enjoy the sights and sounds of D.J. Wilcox Preserve. This preserve boasts one mile of interpretive trail, and is home to flatwood, hammock, and swamp habitats. Species discussed will include our native herons, egrets, spoonbills, wood storks, and more!

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ERD Guided Nature Program hikes are FREE, reservations are required, and space is limited. GNP season runs from October 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.