Get Your Child Outdoors for a Fun, Learning Experience
Families have spent a lot of time inside this past year. It’s time to get away from the screens and get your child outdoors. Did you know there are many Eco Events created by the Manatee County Parks & Natural Resources every month? So get outdoors and have some fun while learning about Florida nature. Just remember your mask, hand sanitizer, and maintain a social distance. Here are just a few of their upcoming Eco Events:
Rye Cemetery Preservation and Beautification
Date: Thursday, Mar 11th
Time: 9 – 11:30 AM
Place: Rye Preserve
Inspire volunteerism in your child with this program. Spruce up Rye Pioneer Trail and historic burial grounds. Suitable for ages 10 and older. Reservations are required. To register please contact michelle.leahy@mymanatee.org or call (941) 742-5923 ext. 6035.
Wildlife Spotlight: Fungi
Date: Friday, Mar 12th
Time: 8 – 9 AM
Place: Conservatory Park – Pavilion
Learn about different types of Florida fungi as you walk among the pines and how it has adapted to survive. To register please contact elena.burke@mymanatee.org or call (941) 742-5923 ext. 6036.
Master Gardener Tour
Date: Saturday, Mar 13th
Time: 9 – 11 AM
Place: Riverview Pointe Preserve
Learn about Florida’s native plants and inhabitants as you stroll through this beautiful preserve. Suitable for all ages. Tour begins in the parking area of DeSoto National Memorial Park and enters into Riverview Pointe Preserve. Reservations are required. To register please visit https://riverview_pointe_preserve.eventbrite.com.
Master Gardener Tour
Date: Saturday, Mar 13th
Time: 9 – 11 AM
Place: Emerson Point Preserve
Learn about Florida’s native plants and inhabitants as you stroll through this beautiful preserve. Suitable for all ages. Please meet at the first parking area on the RIGHT at the Observation Tower (not at the classroom) at 9 AM. Reservations are required. To register please visit https://emerson_preserve.eventbrite.com.
Saturday Mornings at the Nest
Date: Saturday, Mar 13th
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
Place: Robinson Preserve – Mosaic Nest
Walk the grounds of the historic Reasoner Tract and observe botanical giants collected from around the world. Explore the canopy boardwalk among the banyans, climb to the top of the crow’s nest, take in breathtaking panoramic views, and make an exciting exit from the building via slide. Learn about upcoming programs and exciting new additions to Robinson Preserve. Program suitable for all ages. Face coverings are required to enter the building. No reservations are required. For more information please contact ecoevents@mymanatee.org
Families Flock Together: Cuban Ranchos
Date: Saturday, Mar 13th
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Place: Emerson Point Preserve – Large Pavilion
Become a Rancho, Cuban fisherman, for a day and explore the lifestyle, obstacles, and estuary habitats of old Florida. Program suitable for children and their families. Reservations are required. To register please contact sara.alvarezcollazo@mymanatee.org or call (941) 742-5923 ext. 6044.
Families Flock Together: Native American Experience
Date: Saturday, Mar 13th
Time: 2 – 4 PM
Place: Emerson Point Preserve – Large Pavilion
Take a guided tour around the largest temple mound of the Tampa Bay area and discover for yourself what life was like for Native Americans on Snead Island. Learn all about the skills practiced by Florida’s early inhabitants at our different tour stops: Measure the distance you can throw a spear with an atlatl, explore ancient fishing gear, and practice your fire-building skills. Program suitable for participants ages 6 and older. Reservations are required. To register please contact michelle.leahy@mymanatee.org or call (941) 742-5923 ext. 6035.
Hoop Dance
Date: Sunday, Mar 14th
Time: 2 – 3 PM
Place: Conservatory Park
Get you and your kids moving with this fun, creative, and unique activity. No experience necessary. To register please visit https://www.rhythmicsnail.com/adult-hoop-class-signup. For more information please contact sarah@rhythmicsnail.com.
For more outdoor events, visit the Manatee County Parks & Natural Resources Eco Event Calendar. If you have any concerns about your child’s physical ability to participate in an event outdoors, please consult your child’s pediatrician.
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