Nature's Ecological Interactions Offer so Much to Learn at Manasota Scrub Preserve on 11/30/2009

Nature’s Ecological Interactions Offer so Much to Learn

When November 30, 2009 @ 9:00 AM

Where Manasota Scrub Preserve

Contact D Zeilman at (941) 861-6222

Explore the Sleeping Turtles Preserve North with enthusiastic birder and Sarasota County volunteer, Dr. Bill Dunson. Experience the preserve’s meandering trails along the Myakka River while learning about ecological interactions in nature. The walk and talk will occur from 9 – 11 a.m. on Monday, November 30, 2009.

This preserve is one of many that are available to the public through the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program. In addition to the numerous subtropical plants, visitors may observe eagles or osprey hunting over the river corridor.

Participants should bring binoculars, sun screen, insect repellent, drinking water and camera (optional), wear comfortable walking shoes and a hat.

You may reach the Sleeping Turtles Preserve North from northbound I-75, take exit 193 and turn right. From southbound I-75 take exit 193 and turn left. Proceed north 1/2 mile on Jacaranda Blvd. to the stop sign and turn right onto Border Road. Proceed approximately 3 miles east on Border Road to the bridge over the Myakka River. As you approach the bridge, the Sleeping Turtles Preserve parking lot will be on the left (north side), immediately before the bridge.

Register on-line at www.scgov.net. Click Calendar of Events on the left. Click the 'All Events' drop down list, choose 'Nature Walks' and click 'go'. On the bottom of each nature walk is an area that states 'Click here for registration.' Space for this walk is limited to 20.

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