Volusia County Plans Explore Volusia Programs

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Posted On: January 21, 2025

Learn about Volusia County's conservation lands and land management practices during free Explore Volusia programs in February. Environmental specialists will lead a variety of outdoor adventures.

Spruce Creek Paddling Trip:9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 13. Discover the history and significance of the Spruce Creek Mound, an early historic archeological site in Port Orange. The guide will identify native plants and animals and discuss their historical importance to humans and their ecological importance to local ecosystems. Bring a kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard, along with a personal flotation device and whistle. This trip is for ages 10 and up, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve, 2317 Creek Shore Trail, New Smyrna Beach.

Great Backyard Bird Count:9 to 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14. Participate in this international event by joining Volusia County environmental specialists for a 2.5-mile hike at Doris Leeper Spruce Creek Preserve, 1755 Martin's Dairy Road, Port Orange. The guides will show you how you can use your smartphone to help scientists identify birds. Ages 10 and up are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear closed-toe shoes.

Pine Flatwoods Eco-buggy Tour: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18. Hop on the eco-buggy and learn about the ecological importance of the pine flatwoods habitat at Longleaf Pine Preserve, 4551 Pioneer Trail, New Smyrna Beach. Volusia County environmental specialists will discuss the techniques they use to sustain this important Florida ecosystem. All ages are welcome. Wear closed-toe shoes.

Explore Volusia Challenge Preserve No. 6:9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 27. Join environmental specialists for a two-mile walk in the Gemini Springs Conservation Area, the sixth preserve in this year's challenge. Participants will learn how to register and participate in the 2024-2025 Explore Volusia Challenge. Along the way, participants will learn about some of the native plants and animals that make Volusia County such an amazing place. Visit www.volusia.org/explorevolusia to learn more about the challenge. Ages 8 and up are welcome, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear closed-toe shoes. Meet at the Gemini Springs Conservation Area in Lake Monroe Park, 975 S. Charles R. Beall Blvd., DeBary.

Reservations are required; search for Green Volusia activities on Eventbrite.com or contact Tommy Nordmann at [email protected] or 386-736-5927, ext. 12072.