November Hammock Happenings
Animal Adventures Day Camp
Join us during Fall Break to explore topics in science and nature. Register for one, two, or all three days! Monday – Wednesday, November 19-21. 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Day 1 – Shark Science: Find out about the fascinating lives of sharks. We will have a fun day of shark themed games and lessons, and even get up close with our stingrays. Click here to register for Day 1.
Day 2- Animal Anomalies: Platypuses, pangolins, penguins and more! We’ll learn all about special animals with amazing adaptation combinations. Click here to register for Day 2.
Day 3- Sensational Sea Turtles: Come discover why Florida is so important to these fascinating marine reptiles, and see them up close in our Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Facility. Click here to register for Day 3.
Ages: Grades 1st-3rd
Cost per child per day: Member $25 Non-Member $30.
The camp will be offered for 3rd-5th graders January 2-4.
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Happy Thanksgiving
Gumbo Limbo Nature center and all property will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
November Programs
Click here for the online Program Listings.
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, Nov 7, 3:00-4:30 pm (Reservations recommended)
Early Birding with Al
Pick up some new skills or sharpen the old ones! Join us for a free early morning birding adventure at Gumbo Limbo. Learn about our native and migratory birds from an experienced birder, as we walk the Ashley Trail and the boardwalk in search of warblers, gnatcatchers, woodpeckers, and other avian species. Binoculars recommended. Meet on the front porch of the Nature Center.
Ages 10 and up; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Thursday, Nov 8, 8:00–9:30 am
Reservations not required.
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, Nov 24, 10:00-11:30 am (Reservations required)
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.
Sunday, Nov 4, 9:00 -11:00 am (Reservations required)
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, Nov 11, 9:00-11:00 am (Reservations required)
Sunday, Nov 18, 9:00 -11:00 am (Reservations required)
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, Nov 3, 10:00-11:00 am (Reservations recommended)
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, Nov 3, 11:30 am-12:30 pm (Reservations recommended)
Cost per child: Member $5, Non-member $8
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, Nov 3, 1:30-3:00 pm (Reservations recommended)
Saturday, Nov 17, 1:30-3:00 pm (Reservations recommended)
Cost per person: Member $7, Non-member $10
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.
Sundays; Nov 25; 5:00-6:00 pm (Reservations recommended)
Cost per person: Member $3, Non-member $5
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 Wednesday, 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