After opening the doors to the Florida Bay Eco-Center in early December, local non-profit Florida Bay Forever recently kicked off a slate of nature tours and environmental programming for their members and the public at the Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve.
The organization has assembled a team of expert naturalists to lead tours and immerse participants in the wonder of Florida Keys’ ecosystems.
“We are delighted to introduce educational programs at our new location,” said executive director Emma Haydocy. “We truly believe that education is key to cultivating a community of Florida Bay stewards and advocates for generations to come. The Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve is the perfect classroom for environmental learning, and we are so grateful for our partnership with the Village of Islamorada to carry out this important work.”
The organization offers monthly birding tours and nature walks that explore the 11-acre conservation property. The most popular program so far is Breakfast by the Bay. The curated conservation breakfast, hosted on the porch of the historic Russell Cottage, features presentations on Florida Bay science, education and advocacy.
Florida Bay Forever offers memberships to the Florida Bay Eco-Center that includes discountedprogramming rates. Advance reservations are requested for nature walks and bird tours and required for Breakfast by the Bay. Program sponsorships are also available. More information is at 305-509-7545 or via email to info@floridabayforever.org.
