Tampa area residents looking for a quiet place to stroll and a fascinating place to learn will enjoy the hiking trails and Environmental Education Center at Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
The award-winning Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center lies within Pinellas County’s largest natural area, Brooker Creek Preserve, and is part of the county’s Parks and Conservation Resources department.
Nestled among a wetland forest alongside Brooker Creek, the center is a beautiful, 25,000 square foot three building complex. It includes a 6000 square foot exhibit area, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and an auditorium capable of seating 200 people. Art exhibits by local artists are on display on a two month rotation.
The Center provides a look into Florida’s history through hikes, educational instruction, workshops, public outreach activities and other events.
The trails wind over creek crossings and through majestic pines, oaks, and cypress offering visitors a chance to experience the preserve’s many ecosystems.
Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center offers a variety of educational and interpretive programs for the public. Most of the programs are free. Pre-registration is required.
Join in the fun this Saturday, April 6 from 9-2:00 p.m. for the Wildlife Safari!, an educational and fun adventure for children four through twelve years old. The children begin with a blank Wildlife Passport, and then walk along a one-mile loop of adventure with live owls, snakes, baby raccoons, turkey chicks, and more! As kids visit each Wildlife Station, their Passport gets stamped. Cost is $5 per child due at the event. This outing is co-sponsored by Pinellas County, IFAS, and Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve. To sign up and to see dates and times of current programs, see here. For more information call (727) 934-2680.
Take a step and enjoy nature by taking a stroll at Brooker Creek Preserve.
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