Exciting Winter Break Events

Winter break is a busy time for us at the nature center, and we are looking forward to having a great time. On December 23 we are taking a kayaking trip down Lofton Creek, trying to spot alligators and other unique animals and plants. Later you can enjoy the sunset while watching the birds fly in for the night in our Sunset with the Birds tour. On Christmas eve we are fishing, then having a nature scavenger hunt at Drummond Point Park, then back to the nature center for a close encounter with a few of our critters.

During our Amelia at Night program on the 26th, we are on the lookout for nocturnal critters. On the 29th we are headed to Okefenokee Swamp for a boat ride and wildlife drive.

On the 30th we are offering an exciting tour to Catty Shack Ranch for a nighttime feeding...a great time to see lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, etc. active and enjoying their dinner. In addition to these special events, we have our regular tours every day. Check out our calendar online by clicking on the link to the right. Call us at 904-321-5082 to sign up!

wrong time to take a swim

A couple of weeks ago we got a call about a little raccoon who was trapped in an empty pool. The poor little thing had climbed down, but there was no way back up. Luckily there was water only in the deep end, so drowning wasn't an issue. Also luckily, someone discovered it! The problem for us was, how to get the little one out. He was very scared and despite his size could hurt us. But, there was no need to fear, Amanda Hardy was there! She jumped down into the pool with the net, scooped him up and put him in a carrier. And made it look quite easy, may I add.

We decided to keep him overnight because we didn't know how long he'd been trapped in the pool and may have been weak. We gave him some cat food and fruit and water. Since he seemed healthy and unharmed, we released him at Drummond Point park, not too far from where he was found. We think he learned his lesson!

" No more pools for me!"

Nature Center on Facebook!

Hey everyone, thanks for checking out our Blog. We now also have a facebook group! Click on the link below or search for Amelia Island Nature Center and add the group to your favorites. Every month the nature center will add all special or off property events to the event section. By being a member, you will be informed of all the fun and exciting events coming up! Also don't forget our daily events for all ages as well found in our calendar.

http://www.facebook.com/search/?q=amelia&init=quick#/group.php?gid=194006310867&ref=search&sid=46709337.3497491189..1