Friday Night Naturalist Series, Feb. 16 at 6:30 PM |
For over 90 years the Florida Wildlife Federation has been working to protect Florida's wildlife. Come to learn about their many programs including efforts to protect the gopher tortoise and other endangered and threatened species from Sarah Gledhill, Regional Policy Director.
This event is free to TLNC members but donations are appreciated. Non-members must pay a $5/vehicle entry fee.
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Nature Love Photo Contest |
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Our photo contest has concluded and photos are in an album on the TLNC Facebook page. Check out the many hearts found in nature. The winning photo is below and was taken by Brunilda Garlarza. Start looking now for your Wild Love photo for next year's competition.
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Photo credit: Carolyn Smith
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Education Complex Expansion |
We recieved funding to complete Phase 2 of our expansion which includes building two ponds, moving and expanding our parking area and moving and improving our maintenance work area. Phase 2 makes room to build in the existing parking area.
Phase 3 is the construction of classrooms, multipurpose room (which can be divided into two rooms for community meetings, events, and classes during inclement weather), outdoor classroom, additional offices and greeting/information area. Additional funding is needed to complete the much needed Phase 3. Sponsorship and naming rights opportunities are still available. We welcome all donations large and small to help complete our expansion to meet the current and future needs of Lake County.
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Inspired by Nature Water Color Painting Class |
An additional water color painting class has been added in April for those who haven't had the time to attend any of the classes in February and March. In addition, a class for children will be offered on June 8th. Registration for this special class geared to children will open in April.
Registration is required. To register, go to troutlakenaturecenter.com Then, select the Inspired by Nature tab. Scroll down to select the class you want to register for. Each class costs $50 with the entry fee included and all needed painting supplies.
Upcoming classes are:
Feb. 24, 10 AM to Noon, Mushroom
Mar. 13, 1:30 to 4 PM, Otter
Mar. 23, 10:30 to Noon, Water lily
Apr. 10, 1:30 to 4 PM, To be determined.
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| Feb. 24 starting at 5:30 PM |
Once again, we are resuming our special evening program that starts with a walk to the education dock to watch the sun set and birds return to their roost on Trout Lake. This is a low-key fun night adventure ending with a campfire, music and roasting marshmallows.
Dress for Florida at night. Bring a lawn chair (our benches are not as comfortable as a chair), bring any snack and beverage you might want. We will provide marshmallows, water, coffee and hot chocolate. If you play a musical instrument, you are encouraged to bring it and join in at the campfire.
Additional TLNC at Night events will be held on March 23 starting at 6 PM and April 27 starting at 6:30 PM. Cost is $5/vehicle for all non-TLNC members but donations are always accepted and appreciated.
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Our canine companions enjoy getting out in nature, smelling the different smells and taking a walk on the "wild side." All well-mannered dogs are invited along with their person to take a meandering, gentle walk along our trails usually ending at the education dock. Handlers are required to pick up after their dogs and dispose of droppings appropriately.
Since Florida is one of the states experiencing higher instances of the new, mysterious canine respiratory illness, dogs will practice physical distancing to reduce changes of infection. Dogs from the same household will not be distancing. TLNC staff checks regularly with a vet to determine the progression of this disease in Florida.
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