Junior Friends of Savannas competition winners

The Junior Friends of Savannas participated and won the county division in the Indian River Lagoon Regional Envirothon Competition in February 2014. They are off to the State competition in May. From left to right in the photo are: Kevin Helseth, Justin Lee, and Kreesha Shah. Team members not pictured are Matt Thomas and Chandler Martin.

RANGER PROGRAM: SWAMP HIKE

CONTACT: Wren Underwood:(772)398-2779; Elizabeth.underwood.dep.state.fl.us DEP Press Office, (850) 245-2112 RANGER PROGRAM: SWAMP HIKE At Savannas Preserve State Park -An interpretive program for the public- Jensen Beach, FL – Saturday, May 17th; 9-11am Got adventure? No? Here's one solution: The Savannas Preserve State Park will host a guided interpretive walk through pristine Florida wetlands on Saturday, May 17th from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m. The pubic in encouraged to come and explore the wild side of the park and enjoy its natural wonders. Adventure awaits participants as they go off the beaten trail with an experienced guide. Too often, wetlands are misunderstood and undervalued. This program facilitates an understanding of the roles that wetlands play in natural systems, as well as how they benefit people. Due to higher than normal water levels, participants can expect wet and muddy conditions, with water easily up to knee level. A hat, long pants and closed-toe shoes are highly recommended. Please carry water with you. The program is free with paid park admission. Call (772) 398-2779 for details and meeting location. Space is limited. Be sure to reserve your spot today. Happy Adventuring! For more information on Florida’s award-winning state parks, visit www.FloridaStateParks.org.

Sweetheart Fest...

Music, flowers, candies and gifts. Get all your gifts in one place and support a local organization!

Savannas Preserve State Park
Walton Road, Port St Lucie
February 13th
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Join us for a fun filled day...

Miss Lucie’s Old Fashioned Pioneer Days!

January 16th, 2010
10am - 3pm

Savannas Preserve State Park Education Center

The Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park proudly presents our 3rd Annual ‘Pioneer Days’ where you can enjoy re-enactments, folk music, old-fashioned games and hayrides all day. Much more can be done with you and/or your whole fam-ily. Stories will be told, woodcarvers will be demonstrating and historians will revive the lives of pioneers from the late 1800s. Food will be for sale during lunch hours, so bring your appetite!

$2/person or $10/family

LET'S GET TOGETHER FOR A LUAU!



Calling all Volunteers... It's time for our annual Christmas/Holiday Party and this year it's Luau style!!!! Wear your Hawaiian shirts (grass skirts and leis provided) and bring your favorite covered dish to share. And don't forget the talent show... Be creative!!!!

December 18th from 6 PM to ?

RSVP to Tessa at 772-398-2779 or at Tessa.Sheridan@dep.state.fl.us

As We Pray for Rain...

Although the Savannas is currently too dry for kayaking, there is still an abundance of other

activities! Our education committee provided information and activities for over 900 people

during the month of October, through programs

at our park and education center, along with an

ongoing outreach program to local schools.

Keep informed by checking our continually updated calendar of events on this page.

Awesome Halloween Festivities...

WOW!!!!!!

What an awesome turnout at our Halloween Festivities! On October 24th we had over 400 people enjoy the "Creatures of the Night" event. And for our "Haunted Trail" we had over 140 people travel our spooky trails that evening.

Check out the EVENTS on this page for more opportunities!!!