Join us for a naturalist-guided hike at Curry Creek Preserve, East Entrance, where we'll look for local wildlife and learn about native habitats! We will explore the preserve at a leisurely pace, stopping to observe and identify plants and animals as we walk.
This 81-acre preserve is located north of Curry Creek, a tidal creek named after the Curry family, early pioneers who settled in the area. Visitors can explore a variety of native habitats along the trails, including longleaf pine flatwoods, scrubby flatwoods, and mangrove fringe. Wildlife, including gopher tortoise, bald eagle, bobcat, and coyote, inhabit Curry Creek Preserve.
This program is suitable for all ages. Participants under 16 must attend with a parent or guardian.
Participants should bring a water bottle and wear clothing appropriate for the weather. We recommend sun protection, bug spray, and closed-toe shoes, no flip-flops. The trails are a mix of grass and sugar sand with intermittent shade. Please note there are no restrooms or water fountains on-site. We recommend using the restroom before you arrive.
This program is provided in partnership with the Sarasota County Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Department.
Your gift of $5 or more per person will help us save wild places and continue to engage people in nature. We greatly appreciate your support!
