The Everglades isn’t just full of wildlife and plant life, it’s also full of educational and fun programs and activities for visitors to enjoy. For this article, we wanted to share with you some of the upcoming events and programs that will be happening in the month of February.
A Beginner’s Guide to Saltwater Fishing
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
February 3
Free
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Learn how to identify fish and how to cast and how to throw a cast net.
Tamiami Trail “Try” Athlon
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
February 4
Park Entrance fee required
Reservations required
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
This is a ranger-led all day trip through the Tamiami Trail.
Hands on History
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
February 10
Free
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
See first-hand what techniques the native Calusa used to survive and flourish.
Just Around the River Bend
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
February 24
Free
Reservations required
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Join a ranger to explores the rivers that flow into the Ten Thousand Islands and get a chance to see wildlife and mangroves while learning about the Park’s natural and cultural history.
Timeless Travel Canoe Trips
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in February
Free
Reservations required
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Strenuous paddling skills and the ability to swim on your own are required.
Nature Talk
4 to 4:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday and Thursday in February
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Free
This is a talk about plants and animals in the area while going on a little walk.
Citizen Science Bird Count Tour
9 to 11 a.m.
Every Friday in February
Gulf Coast Visitor Center
Free
Visitors help conduct research by identifying and counting birds and other animals while learning about the mangrove estuary.
Want to explore and experience this beautiful ecosystem in another way? Come out on the water for an airboat ride with Captain Mitch’s Airboat Tours. You’ll experience the Everglades like never before. To book a airboat tour ride, click here or call 800-368-0065.
