WISE Nature Walks - Half Moon

WISE Nature Walks - Half Moon

Join Jim Davis for an interpretative walk discussing plants and native wildlife.

By UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County

Date and time

Friday, May 23 · 10am - 12pm EDT

Location

Half Moon WMA

8864 CR 247 Lake Pansasoffkee, FL 33538

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

WISE Walks - Half Moon

Jim E. Davis

Directions: From I-75- 7.5 miles west of I-75 on SR 44, look for the brown Half Moon signs, turn north on CR 247 at Just Horsin Around (across from Rutland Baptist Church). Meet at end of 247 (1.5 mi...

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

WISE walks offer a two-hour interpretative exploration of diverse locations in Sumter and Hernando Counties. Our primary focus is to enlighten participants about local wildlife, invasive species, scat, and tracks. Additionally, we delve into the local ethnobotanical practices and recount the history of native plants at each site.

Location: Half Moon WMA, 8864 CR 247, Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538

GPS will take you right to it.

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/The+Villages,+FL/8864+Co+Rd+247,+Lake+Panasoffkee,+FL+33538/@28.889044,-82.1824536,12z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x88e7c1561da39a99:0x553b129a94b4af67!2m2!1d-82.0037608!2d28.927019!1m5!1m1!1s0x88e8758407152285:0x99cf656cc2e75815!2m2!1d-82.2210657!2d28.8748932

Hiking Difficulty: Easy. The trail is marked and moves in and out of sun and shade. The trail is not paved and may be wet in certain locations.

Restrooms: No restrooms on-site.

What to wear: Opt for a long-sleeved shirt and pants. Closed-toed shoes and a hat are recommended.

What to bring: Don't forget your water, a snack, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent for a comfortable experience. Look for insect repellent containing DEET, Picaridin, Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, Citronella, IR3535 or Soybean Oil.

Organized by

UF/IFAS Extension Sumter County

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