Friday, December 5, 2014
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014
Exotic Pest Plant Pull
Saturday, November 22 2014
The AmeriCorps from District 5 are coming to Savannas to lead an Exotic Pest Plant Pull .
This is a critical part of our resource management in the park. Exotic
invaders erode our biological diversity by out-competing our native species for
space and sunlight. Please help us give our native flora a fighting
chance by participating in this important management activity. Meet at
the Education Center at 9a.m. Wear closed toe shoes and long pants,
sunscreen and a hat. Please bring a reusable water bottle as well.
Volunteer Appreciation Day at Savannas Preserve State Park
Saturday December 6
Volunteer Appreciation Day at SPSP
All SPSP volunteers are invited to join in tours of all kinds
throughout the day, including interpretive walks and kayak tours.....all for
FREE! Then we'll gather for a potluck meal and awards
ceremony. The CSO is covering the main dishes and the dessert.
Please bring a side to share. I hope you will allow us to show
you our appreciation by joining us for this day of fellowship, recreation and
recognition. More details to come.....
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Friday, November 7, 2014
Full Moon Paddles!
Full Moon Paddles! Enjoy the moonlit waters and the nocturnal sounds of the Savannas. These tours meet at the canoe launch . Each full moon paddle is a suggested $15 donation. These tours fill up fast so reserve your space today.
Dec 5, 2014
Jan 4, 2015
Feb 3, 2015
March 5, 2015
Start times vary depending on moonrise. Inquire upon making reservations.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Warriors on the Water Comes to State Park
For Immediate Release
CONTACT:
Wren Underwood
:(772)398-2779; Elizabeth.underwood@dep.state.fl.us
DEP Press Office, (850) 245-2112
Warriors on the Water Comes to
State Park
--
Jensen Beach, FL
–Area veterans are invited to join the
Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park
(FOSPSP) for the premier of Warriors on the Water, a special
event to take place Sunday, November 9th from 9am until noon. Participants will enjoy a guided kayak tour
on the pristine marsh system located in the park, followed by a lunch provided
by the Friends group. "This is our
way of reaching out to local veterans, to thank them for
their service, and to let them know about everything the park has to offer",
says Ray Treacy, president of FOSPSP.
Warriors on the Water
is the brain child of veteran and Savannas Preserve State Park volunteer,
Evelyn Dodd. "After kayaking on the
marsh, I knew I had to share this with my fellow veterans", says
Dodd. "Kayaking in the marsh is so
serene and breathtakingly beautiful. While
kayaking you see different flora and wildlife than what you see in other areas
of the Savannas. I want local veterans
to experience and know what a treasure the Savannas is.”
Veterans interested in participating in Warriors on the Water should call the Savannas Education Center at
(772) 398-2779. Cost is $5 per person
plus paid park admission. Space is
limited and reservations are required.
Veterans are asked to provide identification upon check-in.
The Savannas Preserve State Park is located at 2541 Walton
Road in Port St. Lucie. For information
about the Savannas and all of Florida’s award-winning state parks, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org.
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Monday, September 15, 2014
Sunday, September 14, 2014
Monday, August 18, 2014
Friday, August 15, 2014
Savannas Preserve State Park Home School Schedule 2014-2015
Savannas Preserve State Park Home School Schedule 2014-2015
All programs will start promptly at 10am. Space is limited. Please RSVP to (772)398-2779.
These programs are designed for students K-5. Class fee is $3 per student.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Whose Scat is
That?!– From scats and tracks to sheds and beds, the animal kingdom is
fascinating. But wild animals are
elusive, too! How do you know who lives
where? Or what they eat? Come learn all about the clues wildlife
leaves behind and discover the art of reading “animal sign”.
Friday, October 10, 2014
Wonders of Water –
Water may be a very common substance on our planet, but did you know that it’s
an extremely unique compound? Come learn
all about the properties of water and take part in the Savannas Water Olympics!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Rocks Rock!–
What’s the difference between a rock and a mineral? What are the properties of minerals? How does the rock cycle work? Come find out in this hands-on program. Learn all about rocks and minerals and how
scientists classify them.
Friday, December 12, 2014
Our Precious
Natural Resources – Come learn all about natural resources, both renewable
and non-renewable. Participants will discover what resources are and why we
need them, as well as discuss specific examples. We’ll also discuss the importance of
conserving our natural resources.
Friday, January 9, 2015
Nature, the
Ultimate Recycler – Detritivores, Decomposers, Scavengers, Oh my! No one rakes the leaves or takes out the
trash in the natural world. There IS no
trash…and nothing is wasted! How cool is
that!? Come see what nature can teach us
about recycling.
Friday, February 13, 2015
Plants &
People: A Comparison of Anatomy &
Physiology – The human body is made
of an amazing array of “systems”, such as the skeletal system and the nervous
system. Well, plants have systems
too! And they are more like us that you
may know! Join us for this fun
compare-and-contrast experience.
Friday, March 13, 2015
Animal Homes –
What’s in a home? Everything! Just like you, animals use their homes for
rest, sleep, social activity and rearing of young. It’s their safe place! Come explore the world of dens, cavities,
burrows and more!
Friday, April 10, 2015
The Big
Lizard: the Amazing American Alligator –
Alligators
play an important role in Florida’s wetlands, serving both as an apex predator
and a keystone species. In this program, we’ll explore these roles as well as
their unique qualities and adaptations.
Friday, May 8, 2015
Backbone
Bonanza! (& Dip-netting Adventure)–
Back by popular demand: join us for a
dip netting adventure in our pristine freshwater basin marsh. Our focus this
year will be Vertebrates versus Invertebrates. We’ll compare and contrast the
two groups, sample the marsh for both, and see who “wins” the backbone bonanza!
*Programs
are made possible by the Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park, a 501(c)3
not-for-profit organization.*
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