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Brooker Creek Guided Hike - July

Where

Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center
3940 Keystone Rd.
Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Upcoming

9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 6, 2013

Cost

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Categories

Conferences,  Outdoors | Recreation,  Hiking

Join our Volunteer Hike Guides on a walk through time each Saturday morning on a guided hike along the Education Center Trail. Join us for this 0.75-mile walk as we look at how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left by those changes. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are a must, and water and a hat are recommended.All ages are welcome.  Children under the ages of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and those younger than 6 may find this hike challenging.Guided Hike Information Volunteer Hike Guides will meet participants in the lobby of the Exhibit Hall 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. We strongly suggest all hikers visit the restroom before we begin as there are no facilities along the trail.Pre-registration is required by 12:00 noon on the Friday before the hike. Guided hikes are under a mile in length, much of which is on unimproved, uneven sandy trails.Hikes take about two (2) hours to complete.Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, sneakers or boots.Insect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.Bring plenty of drinking water and a snack.A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also recommended.Pets are not permitted.No smoking is allowed.Trained volunteers will guide the hike.For more information please contact (727) 453-6800Reservation policy Before continuing, we would like to make you aware of our reservation policies. Cancellations - If your class is canceled for any reason you will be notified no less than 24 hours prior to class start. We will provide a full refund for cancellations made by Pinellas County Extension. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process. Payment - We require full payment at time of reservation so be prepared with a credit card to complete this transaction. Refunds - Refunds will be made in the event of a class cancellation or if the registrant requests a refund 24 hours prior to the class time. Reservations - You must be 18 to make a reservation. If you are under 18 and want to attend a class you must register and attend with a parent or guardian.The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions, or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating. Please register each individual participating. Hike Pass *No need to print ticket* 0.00
 
 
 

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