Upcoming Events

Graphic designer and artist Shelley Kays will guide participants through learning how to draw a Monarch butterfly. This is the first drawing class being offered at TLNC based on a request from visitors. Class size is limited to 15 participants so Kays so each will be able to receive individual attention. Cost is $45/person and includes all art supplies needed and facility entry fee.

Your child will make a rain stick and learn about the water cycle. You must register to attend. Registration will open later in the summer. This program is designed for 2 to 5-year-olds to have a positive experience with nature and the outdoors. Children must be accompanied by an adult and should dress for playing outdoors and getting dirty.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

Every landscape has a story. At TLNC, water is the thread that connects the lakes, wetlands, forests, and historic Hick’s Ditch. Join us for an engaging journey through the way water has shaped this landscape for thousands of years.
Discover the remarkable connections between geology, native plants, wildlife, and the people who have called this region home.
Through observation, conversation, and exploration, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the natural system.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.

This group of volunteers works on our financial affairs. New volunteers are encouraged to attend or inquire at (352) 357-7536.

Folk Music Third Saturdays Concert. $7 at the door. The potluck will begin at 7 PM with music at 7:30. Bring a covered dish for the potluck.

Closed for Spring Cleaning and Preparing for the 26-27 School Year.

Join us to discover some of Florida's native trees, learn about their unique qualities, and explore the important roles they play in supporting wildlife and protecting our environment. You will also learn a little about the major invasive tree species and what you can do to prevent their spread.

Learn about his amazing creature. The American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) is Florida’s official state reptile, with a population of approximately 1.25 million, inhabiting all 67 counties in swamps, rivers, and lakes. These apex predators can grow up to 14 feet, live in freshwater habitats, and play a crucial ecological role as a keystone species.

Join us for Chair Yoga with Nancy. This gentle yoga class is a great way to start the day, stretch your body and improve or maintain your flexibility. Cost is $5/session payable to the instructor. Entry fees are waived for this program. Bring a mat, dress in loose fitting clothes and join us.