BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Ten plant communities have been identified within Fern Forest Nature Center, Coconut Creek. Explore some of them when the roughly 247-acre nature preserve continues its latest season of the Saturday Stroll & Learn program, which takes place once a month, on the third Saturday, from October through March.
Participants in this series of naturalist-led walks will observe and discuss the habitats they encounter and the plants that inhabit them. The walks, which start at 10AM, are free. The current season got under way in October with a program on "Wetlands."
- November 13th - Epiphytes - Learn more about epiphytic plants such as air plants, bromeliads, lichens, and orchids.
- December 11th - Ferns - The nature center is home to more than 30 species. Get an up-close look at some of them.
- January 15th - Prairie - Visit the park's dry prairie and learn about its distinctive species, as well as hear how prescribed burns help maintain it.
- February 12th - Invasive Exotic Species - Non-native plants are an ongoing threat. Find out which invasives are the most common.
- March 12th - Ethnobotany - There are often surprising uses to plants found in the nature center. Get the scoop of some of these versatile natives.
For further information, call Fern Forest at 954-357-5198.
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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 29, 2021
GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Michael Mills
Parks and Recreation Division
PHONE: 954-357-8115
CONTACT FOR THIS PROGRAM/EVENT:
Fern Forest, 954-357-5198