Check Out Our Video Channel!
Some of our volunteers have put together a few fun and educational videos for anyone wishing to learn more about nature and things you can see here at Trout Lake Nature Center. Our video channel can be found here: TLNC YouTube Channel
Nature Scavenger Hunts
Learning to look at nature more closely or differently can teach a person many things. Try using one of these scavenger hunts to enhance your walk in the woods. They can be used as a teaching aid or developed into a learning worksheet for the classroom. Or, just plain used for fun.
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In Florida, any time of the year is a good time to look for seeds but, in the Spring, you will often find a variety of seeds such as pine, Spanish needle, spiderwort, salt bush and more. Learn about the adaptations used by plants to have their seeds spread across the landscape from hitchhiking to parachuting.
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Spring time is a special time of the year when things are blooming, animals are looking for mates, birds are nesting and trees are putting out new leaves. See how many indications of spring you can find.
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TLNC is excited to share the Outside for 5 initiative, a call to action to get students outside for at least 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week.
Studies show that learning outside can improve language arts, math, and science skills. So let's come together, get out of the classroom, and learn outside! Click on the link above to take the pledge and learn more about the Outside for 5 initiative.
Area Resources Near Trout Lake Nature Center
There are many places to stay and things to do in the area surrounding Trout Lake Nature Center. Please note that the following information about area camping, hotels, inns, and B&Bs are not recommendations or endorsements, but are just options for you to consider as you explore the area.
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Please click on the link above to get a printable copy of the lodging options listed here.
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Please click on the link above to get a printable copy of the boating and fishing opportunities listed here.
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Please click on the link above to get a printable copy of the Parks & Conservation Areas listed here.
Area Conservation Groups
For more information on other interesting area conservation groups and activities, please check out these resources.
