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 center grounds, and select neighborhood parks, for passive use and limited recreational opportunities. The following will partially reopen per Emergency Order 20-10, following CDC guidelines for social distancing, personal hygiene, and facial covering protection (nose/mouth); as well as enforceable implementation of limiting occupancy*.

On Monday, May 18th, Everglades Holiday Park*, Fort Lauderdale – will reopen private boat tours, bait/tackle/sundries sales, food concessions, and boat rentals at limited capacity. Private boat launching and fishing continue to be available.

On Tuesday, May 19th, Butterfly World* at Tradewinds Park & Stables, Coconut Creek – will reopen the butterfly museum, insect zoo, gift shop, and food court at limited capacity to members only. On Wednesday, May 20th it will be open to the public.

On Wednesday, May 20th, Quiet Waters Park, 401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach 33442, will reopen for passive use and limited recreational experiences only – walking, jogging, biking, hiking, fishing, and individual basketball and disc golf. Public/private partner Ski Rixen USA*, a cable water-skiing facility, will also reopen on Wednesday, May 20th at limited capacity. Quiet Waters and Ski Rixen will be open every day except on Food Distribution days, the next of which is on Friday, May 29th.

With health as our top priority, if patrons are able and it feels safe, enjoy these facilities. Visitors should follow the CDC guidelines: wash your hands; avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth; avoid close contact with people who are sick; put a physical distance of six feet between yourself and other people; and wear face coverings when in six feet of another person.

Employees will continue to follow CDC personal hygiene recommendations and increase sanitization of these facilities.

As the current situation changes daily, we encourage everyone to check for any updates by visiting Broward.org/Parks. For more information about COVID-19, visit Broward.org/Coronavirus.

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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: May 18, 2020      
GENERAL MEDIA CONTACT: Cyndy Baker
Parks and Recreation Division
PHONE: 954-357-8117