Upcoming Events

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.

Join expert birder Bob Wexler to discover the birds at TLNC. Bring your camera and binoculars if you wish. TLNC does charge a $5/vehicle entry fee but entry is part of a TLNC Membership.

Hundreds of years ago, the chiefs of different Native American tribes would tell fantastic stories around the campfire about the stars, constellations, and the origins of the Earth. Mike Ryan will present a PowerPoint presentation retelling many of these different tales from a variety of tribes.

Mike Ryan is a retired Planetarium Director for Lake County Schools. After spending 42 years teaching in Florida, he has developed more than 30 astronomy-related activities for teachers to use worldwide.

Entry to TLNC is $5/vehicle (free for TLNC members).

Through classroom, field trip, and practical experience, this Module provides instruction on the general ecology, habitats, vegetation types, wildlife, and conservation issues of Freshwater Systems in Florida - Marshes, Swamps, and Permanent Wetlands (Lakes, Rivers, Springs, and Streams). The program also addresses society's role in wetlands, develops naturalist interpretation skills, and discusses environmental ethics.

The total training consists of 40 contact hours. The only requirements of students are enthusiasm, attendance, and completion of group final projects. Classroom learning includes four instructional videos and 12 presentations. Outside of the classroom (virtual or in-person), participants will engage in hands-on field activities related to the course units. You will be provided with an agenda when you register at the UF, Florida Master Naturalist website. Locations for the classes may vary as you travel to different site to see different freshwater systems.

This program is sponsored through a partnership between the University of Florida's Florida Master Naturalist Program, UF/IFAS Extension Lake County Office and the Trout Lake Nature Center. Use the link provided to register for this program with UF. The schedule of classes are listed on the UF website along with additional information about this program.

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.

What's a Jungle Feast?

It is a night for an up close and personal encounter with wildlife. Hold an alligator, touch a crocodile, handle a large snake, learn about native or endangered snakes, take a selfie with an eagle or other raptors, pet an African Serval, or talk to a monkey. Before dinner take the edible insect challenge and try some Mexican grasshoppers, Southwestern crickets, insect jerky, flavored mealworms, or even brownies made with cricket flour. Challenge your friends to take a bite. Then, gather for a dinner catered by Gourmet Today, followed by an auction of nature experiences.

The Jungle Feast will also include a silent auction which will be available both online and at the event. Share the silent auction information with a friend since you do not have to be present to win. Winners are notified online.

This event raises funds to expand our Education Complex. Currently, we are in the process of moving our parking area (to make space for new buildings), constructing a new maintenance/work area, and building two stormwater ponds. Now with these updates in progress, we are fundraising for the next steps in our expansion which will be the construction of a new museum area, indoor and outdoor classrooms, a community meeting room, additional offices, and more.

When: Sept. 12 from 6 PM to about 9 PM

Where: Eustis Community Center, 601 Northshore Dr., Eustis

Are sponsorships available?

Yes, contact Robin Richter at robin.funventure@gmail.com or call 813-500-2819 for more information.

Ticket Information

Tickets can be purchased at the link above. Tables may be purchased for $1,000 and will seat 8, individual tickets are also available for $125. If you are purchasing individual tickets, we reserve the right to make seating arrangements as needed but will try to seat you with any indicated friends.

Click the link above to purchase tickets!

NOTE: Transaction/processing fees are charged back to the purchaser. To avoid these fees you may mail a check to the Trout Lake Nature Center, 520 East CR 44, Eustis, FL 32736 or stop by our office to pay. Be sure to include your name, email, and mailing address with your check. If you are purchasing a table of 8, you need to include the full name of everyone at your table for their ease of checking in. Your ticketing/reservation is not final until payment is received.

Where can you get more information?

Call 352-357-7536 or email TLNC.info@gmail.com to connect directly with the Trout Lake Nature Center.

How should you dress?

We suggest using a jungle or floral print theme in your clothing decisions. Or, you can just go business casual.

Through classroom, field trip, and practical experience, this Module provides instruction on the general ecology, habitats, vegetation types, wildlife, and conservation issues of Freshwater Systems in Florida - Marshes, Swamps, and Permanent Wetlands (Lakes, Rivers, Springs, and Streams). The program also addresses society's role in wetlands, develops naturalist interpretation skills, and discusses environmental ethics.

The total training consists of 40 contact hours. The only requirements of students are enthusiasm, attendance, and completion of group final projects. Classroom learning includes four instructional videos and 12 presentations. Outside of the classroom (virtual or in-person), participants will engage in hands-on field activities related to the course units. You will be provided with an agenda when you register at the UF, Florida Master Naturalist website. Locations for the classes may vary as you travel to different site to see different freshwater systems.

This program is sponsored through a partnership between the University of Florida's Florida Master Naturalist Program, UF/IFAS Extension Lake County Office and the Trout Lake Nature Center. Use the link provided to register for this program with UF. The schedule of classes are listed on the UF website along with additional information about this program.

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

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.

Daisy Fiore from the Audubon Center of Birds of Prey will present about raptor conservation, the challenges raptors are currently facing in today's world, and what we can do to help. This is also a great chance to learn about some of the lesser known raptors in the area.

Daisy will bring a live ambassador bird for the presentation. Entry to TLNC is $5/vehicle, free for TLNC members.

Folk Music Third Saturdays Concert. $7 at the door. The potluck will begin at 7 PM with music at 7:45. Bring a covered dish for the potluck.

This committee works on developing, researching, constructing and installing exhibits throughout the property and museum. Are you creative? Then this is the committee for you to get involved in.

This group of volunteers provides overall direction to this independent nonprofit. New volunteers are encouraged to attend or inquire at (352) 357-7536.

Schoolchildren will be on site for a field trip this day. TLNC is still open to the public while the school is on-site, however, students may be using the buildings and on the trails. Please call (352) 357-7536 if you need more information.

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 program is designed for 2 to 5 year olds to have a positive experience in nature when accompanied by an adult. You MUST register to be sure enough supplies are available for all children participating. Dress your child in play clothes and plan for him/her to get dirty. We may be digging in the soil, finding bugs, learning about flowers or hiking in the woods.