Gumbo Limbo August Events

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August Programs

Beach Treasures

Sand dollars?  Sponges?  Oh, what treasures you may find… sea beans, coral, shells and more; see what the sea has left behind!  Meet at the Center to learn about shells and sea life; caravan to Red Reef Beach Park, for beachcombing with the experts!

  • All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Wednesday, August 21, 9:00-10:30 pm

Intracoastal Adventures – Canoeing

Nature-lovers, discover the magic of the mangroves with a Gumbo Limbo guide on a canoe paddle along the Intracoastal Waterway.  Must be experienced at canoeing and be able to get into and out of a canoe without assistance.  2-3 people per canoe.

  • Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Saturday, August 17, 11:30 am-1:00 pm
  • Cost per person: Member $15, Non-member $22

Intracoastal Adventures – Kayaking

Beautiful scenery, fresh air, and exercise! Join us for a kayak tour as we learn about the fascinating wildlife that calls the Intracoastal home.  Must have kayaking experience and be able to get in and out of a kayak without assistance.  1-2 people per double kayak.

  • Ages 6-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Saturday, August 10, 9:00-11:00 am Sunday, August 18, 9:00-11:00 am
  • Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $30

Intracoastal Adventures – Stand Up Paddle Boarding

A whole new way to see the Intracoastal!  Stand up paddling makes it easier to see into the water below.  Join us for a fun paddle along the mangroves as we look for fish, turtles, and manatees!

  • Ages 12-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Sunday, August 11, 9:00-11:00 am
  • Cost per person: Member $20, Non-member $30

Little Wonders

Join us for stories, laughter, and fun, as we learn about everything under the sun!  Gumbo Limbo, a great place to explore; aquariums, trails, gardens, and more!  Make a craft, meet an animal, take in the scene; come back every month for a brand-new theme!

  • Ages 3-4 with an adult.
  • Saturday, August 3, 10:00-11:00 am
  • Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8

Nature Detectives

“Why’s the sky blue?  Why are plants green?  What’s inside an egg?  What does it all mean?”  There is no end to a child’s questions!  Become a Nature Detective with your novice naturalist as we investigate the mysteries of the world around us.

  • Ages 5-7 with an adult.
  • Saturday, August 3, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
  • Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8

S’more Science

Join us for this fun campfire program in our garden amphitheater with a yummy treat.  Each month will host a different topic.

  • All ages; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Sunday, August 25, 5:00-6:00 pm
  • Cost per person: Member $3, Non-member $5

Seining the Lagoon

Wading in the Intracoastal Waterway just behind Gumbo Limbo, we catch (and release) fish, shrimp, crabs, and more!  With hand-held dip nets and large seine nets, get up close and personal with our local marine life.

  • Ages 10-adult; children under 18 must sign-up and participate with an adult.
  • Saturday,  August 24, 10:00-11:30 am
  • Cost per person: Member $7, Non-member $10

Recurring Programs

Guided Nature Walk

Join us for a FREE guided walk along the Ashley Trail, a quarter-mile natural trail that winds through the Butterfly Garden, Coastal Hammock, and Mangroves, to a sandy beach by the Intracoastal.  Observe local flora and fauna as your naturalist guides you on this island exploration.

  • All ages; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Every Tuesday and Thursday, 11:00-12:00 pm

Outdoor Marine Aquarium Feedings

What is the connection between mangrove and coral reef communities?  How do fish use these habitats?  Learn about the fascinating behaviors of native fish, stingrays, and other marine life during these daily feeding presentations.

  • All ages. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Daily at 12:30 pm

Sea Turtle Talk

Get the inside scoop on our Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Facility.  Last year, over 100 sea turtle patients were treated at Gumbo Limbo.  Meet some of our current patients and hear their stories. Why are they here? What can you do to help?

  • All ages; children under 18 must participate with an adult.
  • Daily at 2:00 pm