https://www.broward.org/History/Pages/Milestones.aspx
Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Milestones Story 1 Important Broward County Milestones prepared by the Broward County Historical Commission c.1400 B.C. --- Prehistoric Indians living in southeast Florida. 1513 --- Juan Ponce de Leon passes Broward coast on voyage south after landing near St. Augustine. 1631 --- First known ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Quick Links Story 1 Story 2 Become a Parks "VIP" The Broward County Parks and Recreation Division needs YOU. We welcome and encourage students, parents, retirees, environmentalists, pet lovers and avid gardeners to share their time and talents with us. There are a variety of volunteer ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode EcoAction Days Story 1 Help the Environment by Volunteering Clear Natural Areas of Garbage and Invasive Plants Volunteers are important to parks, especially when it comes to helping our nature centers, natural areas and other parks clear out the trash and invasive plants that continually plague our ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 The Environmental Permitting Division has compiled these resources to assist with the research for environmental assessments in Broward County, Florida. These resources are not intended to be a complete list of all required research, and the Division cannot vouch for the accuracy of any ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Archaeology Story 1 Cultural Resources The Broward County Preservation Program in partnership with the Broward County Preservation Board is responsible for assisting with the preservation of past cultural resources throughout Broward County. This includes over 255 archaeological sites on land and ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Main Article Image Main Article Link Article Title 1 Article Title 2 Article Title 3 Article Title 4 Article Title 5 Article Title 6 Quick Links Board Members and Categories Story 1 Derek T. Davis Chair Curator Derek T. Davis, now retired, was previously the Curator of the Old Dillard Museum in Fort ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water Resource Assessment Story 1 Floridan Aquifer Feasibility Study The use of the Floridan Aquifer as an alternative water supply with increasing population and possible loss of traditional sources (to saltwater intrusion) requires additional studies for optimal and sustainable use. Phase 1 The ...
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... 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: April 4,
2022 GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Fara Arca Parks and Recreation Division PHONE: ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Friends Groups Story 1 Friends Groups Friends of Anne Kolb Nature Center c/o Anne Kolb Nature Center 751 Sheridan St. Hollywood, FL 33019 954-357-5161 Meets the first Thursday of the month at 7PM in the nature center's Exhibit Hall. Goals To protect, foster, and advance the unique ecology of South ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode History of Broward County Story 1 Broward was formed from portions of Dade and Palm Beach Counties in 1915 and named for former Florida governor Napoleon Bonaparte Broward. In less than a century, a land "unfit for human habitation" has been turned in to the permanent home of nearly two million ...
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Today, it extends 800 feet into the Atlantic Ocean and is near a coral reef approximately halfway out acknowledged as the closest reef to the shoreline in the continental United States. Though the historic pier remains closed to the public after sustaining damage from Hurricane Nicole in
2022, plans to rebuild and restore it to its former glory are currently ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Green Infrastructure Story 1 Stormwater Stormwater management is an integral part of everyday life in Broward County ... even when it's not raining. With abundant rainfall and a relatively flat landscape, the infrastructure required for the treatment, storage and management of stormwater runoff is ...
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... South Florida Sun Sentinel, July 14,
2022, Amber Randall Housing in South Florida is famously scarce right now, ... South Florida Sun Sentinel, June 28,
2022, Amber Randall As the housing crisis worsens in South Florida, a new housing ... in Br oward County South Florida Sun Sentinel, June 22,
2022, Amber Randall Based on spending the recommended 30% of ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Water & Climate Resilience Modeling Story 1 Future Conditions Map Series Broward County is taking a forward-looking approach to planning for future conditions predicted as a result of climate change, specifically the impacts of sea level rise with an emphasis on planning and design requirements for ...
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Banner Image Missing Everglades Day at Everglades Holiday Park Celebrates Unique Ecosystem DATE: October 14, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills PHONE: 954-357-8115 EMAIL: MMills@Broward.org WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - "There are no other Everglades in the world," declared the great writer and environmentalist Marjory Stoneman Douglas in her influential 1947 ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward Parks and Youth Environmental Alliance Offer Training Florida Master Naturalist classes combine virtual and in-person learning BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Reserve your spot now in the Youth Environmental Alliance (YEA) and Broward County Parks' Freshwater Systems Module, the second of three core modules in the University of Florida ...
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Banner Image Missing Markham Park Continues Nature Programming - Four fall events offer varied outings - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Discover that there's more to Markham Park (16001 W State Rd. 84, Sunrise 33326; 954-357-8868) than its renowned target range and its popular campground, mountain bike trails, and dog park. On select Saturdays starting in mid-October, ...
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Banner Image Missing Parks Director Appointed AAPRA Member - Limited to 125 professionals nationally - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Parks and Recreation Division Director Dan West was elected to membership in the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration (AAPRA) on September 25, 2019, in Baltimore, Maryland, during the organization's annual meeting. ...
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Banner Image Missing Markham Park Offers September Nature Programs BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Markham Park & Target Range (16001 W State Rd. 84, Sunrise 33326; 954-357-8868) is better known for such popular attractions as its boat ramps, campground, disc golf course, dog park, mountain bike trails, and, of course, target range. But the park's location, in ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Parks Hurricane Isaias Update #1 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - All Broward County-operated regional and neighborhood parks, nature centers, and natural areas will be CLOSED to the public Saturday, August 1st due to potential high winds from Hurricane Isaias. Operations will resume at noon on Sunday, August 2nd after damage ...
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Banner Image Missing Tradewinds Park Hosts Fall Festival for Families DATE: October 9, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills PHONE: 954-357-8115 EMAIL: MMills@Broward.org WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Visit Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek from 10AM to 4PM on Saturday, October 25th, when the park will host a variety of games and activities to celebrate its third ...
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... Residents of all other Broward municipalities should contact their city or hauler directly for scheduling information. - The Broward County Landfill, located at 7101 S.W. 205 Ave., will be closed Monday, December 26, and Monday, January 2, 2023. Operations will resume on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 from 8AM to 4PM. December 15,
2022 MEDIA CONTACT: Greg Meyer, ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Parks Tropical Storm Isaias Update #2 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - All Broward County-operated regional and neighborhood parks, nature centers, and natural areas will CONTINUE TO BE CLOSED to the public Sunday, August 2nd due to potential winds greater than 39 miles per hour from Tropical Storm Isaias, which will impede the ...
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Banner Image Missing Weekend/Holiday Gate Fee Will Resume at Most Regional Parks BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Starting on Saturday, July 10th, Broward County Parks and Recreation will resume charging its regular weekend/holiday gate fee of $1.50/person (ages 5 and under free), effective at the following regional parks: Brian Piccolo Sports Park & Velodrome, 9501 ...
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Banner Image Missing Tradewinds Park's Fall Festival Celebrates Five Years DATE: October 10, 2016 GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills Parks and Recreation Division PHONE: 954-357-8115 CONTACT FOR THIS PROGRAM/EVENT: Tradewinds Park, 954-357-8870 WHAT: BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Visit Tradewinds Park & Stables in Coconut Creek from 10AM to 4PM on Saturday, October ...
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Banner Image Missing Second Annual P3 Eco-Challenge Recognition Ceremony Highlights Environmental Partnership between Schools and Broward County DATE: May 28, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Robert Rudolph Broward Natural Resources Planning and Management Division PHONE: 954-519-0328 EMAIL: rrudolph@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. - The Second Annual P3 Eco-Challenge ...
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Banner Image Missing National Take a Hike Day Is Coming! - A full day of park programs to benefit United Way - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - There are more than 60,000 miles of trails in the United States just waiting to be hiked, so get out there and hike - some of those trails are right here in South Florida, usually in parks. In support of the fun and recreation ...
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Banner Image Missing Broward County Parks Reopens Specific Concessions/Public-Private Partners COVID-19 Park Operating Update #10 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward Parks has been taking precautions to protect the health of its employees, our guests, and the community from exposure to COVID-19 by cautiously reopening some regional parks, natural areas, nature ...
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Banner Image Missing Neighborhood Park Offers YMCA-Sponsored Workshops DATE: March 24, 2015 MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills Parks and Recreation Division PHONE: 954-357-8115 EMAIL: MMills@Broward.org WHAT: Two interactive YMCA-sponsored workshops get under way at Franklin Park in April. Diabetes Self-Management meets once a week for six weeks starting on April ...
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Banner Image Missing Stepping Out - Youths with developmental disabilities invited to free dance program - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Youths ages 6 to 15 with developmental disabilities are invited to participate in a free dance program through the Parks Special Populations Section. Take the Stage! will be offered in two fall sessions on Saturdays, from September ...
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