Discovery Center Tram Tour Photos

Yesterday I took a tram tour through Circle B Bar Reserve.  I learned about the history of the property and the plants and animals that live together on the property.  I have listed a few of the things I learned while on the trip (I learned HEAPS of imformation!!).

• Oak trees can live 350-400 years
• Armadillo's are not native to Florida (they originated in South America)
• Our state tree is the Cabbage Palm
• The aquatic plant duck weed helps filter and clean water
• Eagles make a nest that is the same size as a queen-sized bed
• There are 4,000 alligators in Lake Hancock
• There is a bobcat on the reserve and panthers have been seen too! 
  

Polk's Nature Discovery Center EVENTS 9/19 and 9/20

We are blessed to have a Nature Center here in Polk County!

This weekends activities:

Saturday, September 19th

Introduction into Plein Air Art (9:00 am - 11:00 am OR 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Plein Art is the art of painting from life, like the impressionists, such as Monet, did in the late 1800's. Toni Treventon will talk about the art of painting from life, equipment needed and demonstrate how she paints by painting a small landscape sketch. Participants may want to bring lawn chairs, and umbrella's if needed.
For more information visit www.tonitreverton.com

Photoshop for Nature Photographers (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Make your photos look the very best possible. Learn photo-retouching techniques and color management solutions. This workshop teaches you how to get the best from your digital or conventional captures.

Sunday, September 20th

Nature Tram Tour (9:00 am - 1:00 pm)
Tour the Banana Creek Marsh with guides who will point out plants, birds and discuss the history of the property.
*Space is limited
**Requires a sign up, so please call 668-4673
***You will see me in attendance!!!


The location is off of Winter Lake Road where Circle B Bar Reserve is. The address is:

4366 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803

Open House

Thanks to all the family members who came to Open House yesterday! Again, I apologize about not being able to meet with you all... duty called for Science Fair.