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Tradewinds Park in northwest Broward features an educational farm with sheep, a pig, and other animals. Farm tours are usually offered on weekends for $3 a person. On tour, depending on the day, participants likely are offered opportunities to pet the animals and take photos. Feeding sheep and goats is $1 for food. Pancetta the …

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The Summer Savings Pass is a one-price deal good for entry to four South Florida attractions. That’s some savings! This year’s pass is valid for May 17 through Aug. 31, 2023, and is $65.99 plus tax for adults and $55.99 plus tax for children (age 3 to 12).  The pass is good for the following …

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If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

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For a fun, unique and relatively inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad.  The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park. Train rides offered third weekends Functioning model locomotives offer rides 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. third full weekends of each month, weather permitting.  It’s a good idea …

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Grab a blanket and your favorite refreshments for free live entertainment in northwest Broward. The performance 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. March 3 is free, with free parking.  Rock out with Big City Dogs.  It’s outdoors at 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek 33063. Free & inexpensive things to do this weekend in South Florida Sign …

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Nab a discount for  enchanting Butterfly World in North Broward.  The popular walk-through attraction, which is at Tradewinds Park,  features free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Regular prices are $32.50 for guests age12 and older, $22.50 for children age 3-11 and free for age …

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 Nature walks and art projects for kids are included in Fern Forest Fall Fun Day. The event in 2022 is 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. October 16, with free entry. Donations are recommended. Guided nature walks are 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Fern Forest, which includes dozens of species of ferns.   Other Events …

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If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable in Fort Lauderdale and the rest of Broward County. Plenty of exciting events and interesting activities are free. Others are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic …

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