BROWARD COUNTY, FL – With any luck autumn will bring some slightly cooler weather to South Florida. Enjoy it by heading west – as far west, in fact, as you can go in Broward County without hitting the Everglades. Everglades Holiday Park (21940 Griffin Rd., Fort Lauderdale 33332; 954-357-8868) has two Saturday programs in November, and another in early December.
Program times vary, but all cost $5/person, with preregistration required by calling Markham Park (954-357-8868, ext. 0) or the park naturalist (954-357-8674), or by visiting Webtrac.Broward.org. Drinking water, insect repellent, and (for daytime programs) sunscreen are recommended.
- Nov. 16th, 7:30-8:30PM – Night Hike – Experience the beauty of the Everglades after dark and learn about the moon and the nocturnal animals you may encounter along the way.
- Nov. 30th, 11AM-noon – Slogging Trip – Participants should be prepared to get wet and muddy for this slough slog, as they learn about the Everglades wetlands up close and personal. Long pants and closed-toe shoes required.
- Dec. 7th, 10-11AM – Fishing Clinic – Led by a Parks naturalist, participants will learn the fundamentals of fishing, then put them into practice. Fishing gear provided by the park. A catch-and-release event.
Recreation. Preservation. Education.
About the Parks and Recreation Division
Broward County Parks manages almost 6,500 acres, encompassing nearly 50 regional parks and nature centers, neighborhood parks, and natural areas at various stages of development. Hours and fees vary by location. Visit Broward.org/Parks for details. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least five business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event.
DATE: October 31, 2019
GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills
Parks and Recreation Division
PHONE: 954-357-8115
CONTACT FOR THIS PROGRAM/EVENT:
Markham, 954-357-8868
Park Naturalist, 954-357-8674