October has been a busy month at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. Renamed in 1986 after my Uncle Art, the Refuge is the last remnant of the Northern Everglades (or the last northern remnant of the southern Everglades, depending on who you talk to). It is the only National Wildlife Refuge in Palm Beach County and is an important partner in the Foundation's educational efforts.
Recently we celebrated the opening of the educational exhibits at the Visitors Center. Open everyday except Christmas and Thanksgiving, the exhibits detail the amazing assortment of wildlife, plants and habitats found at the Refuge. You can learn about the challenges Refuge managers face, crawl through a simulated gator hole, experience night sounds in the Everglades and take a virtual airboat ride through the 'Glades. I recommend visiting!
Saturday, October 31st is our 9th Annual Cypress Seed Harvest. Volunteers will be collecting cypress seeds to aid in Everglades restoration. See previous posts for more information and check back to see photos from the event.
And to experience the Refuge in a different manner- Loxahatchee Canoeing will soon begin to offer Moonlight Paddles in the Everglades. These guided night-time canoe tours will take place once a month (or so) with the full moon. Reservations are required and there is a $10 fee--so call for information. You can reach Kim at #561-733-0192.
Upcoming dates are November 2, December 2, December 31, January 30 and February 28!
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