Event Information
Description
The Jr. Naturalist Program is offered through the Orange County Environmental Protection Division to provide opportunities for students, ages 8-14, to learn about nature through outdoor exploration, environmental activities and wildlife interaction. All classes are free and open to the public. Space is limited and varies per class. If registration is full, you may select to be added to the waitlist. Please note that most of our classes are held on conservation properties that do not have restrooms or other public facilities.
We have a new feature to this season’s Jr. Naturalist program. During each class we will have a nature journaling session, where we will be utilizing different art medias to create your very own nature journal. Participants attending the September class will receive their own Jr. Naturalist nature journal. Each class you attend after that we will add more memories!
Attention scout and group leaders!
If you would like to have your group attend of one our Jr. Naturalist programs please contact us separately to make a reservation. We are more than happy to accommodate your group and can register your participants to ensure a spot for everyone.
For more information contact Marcia Anderson Clark at marcia.anderson@ocfl.net or 407-836-1529
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Fall 2018 Schedule*
October 20th- Spectacular Spinning Spiders and Twilight Hike
5-6:30 p.m.
It wouldn’t be a spooktacular October without spectacular spiders. Join us for an evening class on spiders and a twilight hike. EPD staff will lead you through the beautiful property of John’s Lake Conservation Area . We will be highlighting our favorite eight legged friends and their spectacular web spinning techniques.
*This location may change depending on weather conditions.*
Location: Johns Lake
880 Avalon Road
Winter Garden, FL 34787
November 10th- Florida's Geology Rocks
10-11:30 a.m.
Have you ever wondered about the ground you walk on every day? What is its history? Is there anything worth value below my feet? Join us this November are we lead you in this geology expedition. Learn about Florida’s natural rocks, crystals, and fossils. Be sure to grab your nature journal, you’ll want to make sure your finds are documented!
Location: IFAS Extension Center
6021 South Conway Road Orlando, FL 32812-3604
Spring 2019 Schedule*
January- Tree Cookies
10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Lake Lucie Conservation Area
43 Rainey Road Apopka, Florida 32712
Feburary- Wildflower Walk
10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Sandhill Preserve
5611 Plymouth Sorrento Rd. Apopka, FL 32712
March- Frogs and Calls
10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Pine Lily Preserve
1401 S County Road 13
Orlando, FL 32833
April- Gopher Tortoise Day
10-11:30 a.m.
Location: Savage Christmas Creek
11046 NW Christmas Rd.
Christmas, FL 32709
May- Survivor Hike
10-11:30 a.m.
Location: TBD
*Activity schedule and topic are subject to change.
Registration dates will open individually, as each activity date is completed.
By registering for a class, you agree to the following Orange County waivers and photo/video release forms: