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Come celebrate International Observe the Moon night at the the Key Biscayne landmark Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park at their free community event on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 7-9...
Manatee Lagoon will be temporarily closed Aug. 30 to Sept. 10 and will reopen on Sept. 11, 2026. If you haven't been to Manatee Lagoon in a while, it's time...
We put this on our "worth mentioning" list: Walkthrough Safari Tours & Animal Park in Boynton Beach is offering a discount off the regular $25 regular admission through Saturday, Sept....
Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that's accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays,...
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter invites the public to participate in special activities. Daily admission is by donation (no set amount) to help sustain the facility and support animal conservation....
Have you visited the Miami Beach Botanical Garden lately? This 3-acre tropical oasis sits in the heart of Miami Beach, at 2000 Convention Center Drive, and is brimming with beauty....
The treasures of our national parks have a lot to offer, including hiking, biking, boating, canoeing, hunting, fishing, wildlife photography, birding, plus exploring native flora and fauna, and hopefully also...
While lots of parks in South Florida are fairly flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level....
Boynton Beach is a thriving seaside community that is welcoming and active for residents and visitors alike. It offers a variety of cultural and community activities year-round. Many are hosted...
If you're on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in...
Sports enthusiasts and families are drawn to Weston Regional Park for its array of features and free events. The park amenities include: shaded playground roller hockey rinks beach tennis pickle...
For another kind of nightlife, try an evening nature walk at a Broward park. Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces....
Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk offers a delightful stretch along the New River for sightseeing, photography and romantic walks. Riverwalk runs along the river from about Southwest Fifth Street east toward Federal...
If you love buying fresh fruit at a grower's market, like banana, avocado, guava, dragon fruit or soursop, these are only a few of the native and exotic specialties you'll...
Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood - or TY Park, as it's known - is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it's a great venue for...
There are plenty of activities at Loggerhead Marinelife Center, 14200 U.S.-1, Juno Beach. Admission is free, however some of the programs do have participation fees. Here are some popular ones...
For an easy nature excursion, the Deerfield Beach Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is "Tree Zoo." Entry is free....
The Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach was founded more than 40 years ago, but the challenges it faces today have not only been compounded by the effects of recent...
Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission...
The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of every month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization's bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg...
Take a walk on the wild side ... and discover what's hiding in the lush Florida wetlands at Grassy Waters Preserve in West Palm Beach. Next Swamp Tromp: June 20,...
The aim is to "Nurture What's Wild" at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; closed on major holidays. Where: Busch Wildlife...
Dog owners know how important it is to take their pooches on long walks if they're not lucky enough to have a fenced-in yard to allow them to run freely....
There's always something happening in Boca, so we've compiled a list of some popular free and cheap events to bring to your attention. Many are recurring, so we've provided links...
Delray Beach knows how to party and they love art and music festivals and parades, whether it's St. Patrick's Day or the Witches Bike Ride for Halloween. If there's a...
Are you interested in exploring nature? Do you enjoy learning about local flora and fauna and seeing creatures in their natural habit or would like to join a naturalist-led group...
Think it's too hot to garden? Perhaps you want to plant radishes, turnips and arugula right inside your South Florida home. It's doable, according to a horticulture program representative. Maybe...
Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you'll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are...
Weather update, check; pumped up tires, check; water and energy bar, check. Then, put on your bike shorts, grab your wheels and helmet and go explore and discover something new...
Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 2,000-mile, self-guided trail traversing 500 sites located throughout Florida and...
Have you ever fed a shark or a stingray? Wouldn't it be great if there were a place you could take the kids that would be educational and fun for...
The Tropical Audubon Society offers free birding field trips and other events for those who want to learn more about South Florida's feathered friends (and our real snowbirds that pass...
Got a 4th-grade student in the house? If so, thanks to the Every Kid Outdoors initiative, that fourth-grader - plus everyone else in the family - can get into any U.S....
On weekends and holidays, some Broward regional parks charge a $3 fee per vehicle to enter. For those who visit county parks regularly on weekends, the Annual Parks Passport may...
If you enjoy nature walks, Secret Woods in Dania Beach is a delightful natural area that's easily accessible for South Florida residents. The buildings are still closed because of storm...
Walking in nature has been shown to have a wide range of health benefits, both physical and mental. Experts say it can not only help reduce stress, but it also...
Whether you're a walker or a biker, the City of Boca Raton has your back. Did you know there is an extensive network with 84 miles of bike lanes, shared...
Delightful outdoor spaces are part of the appeal of South Florida. For walking, biking & rollerblading, lots of folks love Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The Broadwalk features Hollywood Bandshell offering free...
Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they...
Free beach parking might seem like a dream in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, but plenty of spaces can be found along Palm Beach County’s 37 miles of coastline. The...
While the Society of the Four Arts hosts a seasonal menu of performance and creative programs, fall through spring, it is also packed with free, fun and cheap things for...
Pondhawk Natural Area is among the delightful areas of wilderness within the urban and suburban fabric of South Florida. It's open to the public for free. It includes wetlands and...
