Updates and general banter:
We hope that you and your families are doing well and are staying safe in these uncertain times.
As of Monday August 10th...
Our Nature Center will be open to the public Monday through Saturday at 10AM. The center will open at 11AM on Sundays.
We do ask that you follow the general guidelines that have been adopted everywhere else.
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Stay tuned for more updates. (your local resident webpage tender is perpetually juggling 10 tasks at the same time, but we assure you, she is doing her best.)
In the meantime, follow us on Facebook if you haven't already:
www.facebook.com/thefriendsoflargonatureparks
www.facebook.com/LucyAndRickyESOwls
www.facebook.com/SargeTheEagle
As of Monday August 10th...
Our Nature Center will be open to the public Monday through Saturday at 10AM. The center will open at 11AM on Sundays.
We do ask that you follow the general guidelines that have been adopted everywhere else.
- Face masks/coverings must be worn in the Nature Center - they are not required out on the trails, but do be mindful of your fellow park patrons!
- Please respect and maintain social distancing especially with our volunteers. Part of what has made our educational outreach so much fun in the past is being able to get a little more up close and personal with our birds and critters. However, for the time being, we ask that you respect the distancing and admire from afar. Our volunteers may set up distancing barriers/indicators, so please be mindful of those when visiting.
- Wash and sanitize your hands often.
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Stay tuned for more updates. (your local resident webpage tender is perpetually juggling 10 tasks at the same time, but we assure you, she is doing her best.)
In the meantime, follow us on Facebook if you haven't already:
www.facebook.com/thefriendsoflargonatureparks
www.facebook.com/LucyAndRickyESOwls
www.facebook.com/SargeTheEagle
We do miss getting out of the coop and providing our special brand of educational outreach. Not only is it a labor of love, but it is one of our main ways of funding our bird of prey program. Donations are what keeps us going. They're our lifeblood.
Thank you so much to those of you who have donated over the last few months. It means everything to us that you had us in mind when making that contribution. You are very much appreciated! <3
Who we are.
The Friends of Largo Nature Parks is an independent group that helps provide the public with an opportunity to explore the natural world. We host a variety of events throughout the year to engage and inspire those curious to learn more - including, but not limited to family camp-outs, the 5k Turtle Trot, and Nature in the Classroom. The Nature in the Classroom program reaches out to nearly 5,000 kids in Pinellas County Schools each year!
Currently, twenty-four beautiful birds of prey call the George C. McGough Nature Park their home. These birds have injuries or conditions that prevent their return to the wild, but they live colorful lives with us at the park as ambassadors for their species. Not only do they team up with volunteers to reach out and educate, the birds also provide a therapeutic experience for wounded veterans through the Avian Veteran Alliance.
We are financially responsible for the Birds of Prey program. Your donations are what keeps us going. The Friends of the Largo Nature Parks is a 501(c) 3 organization registered with the State of Florida, and - yes - your donation is tax deductible within context of the law.
Currently, twenty-four beautiful birds of prey call the George C. McGough Nature Park their home. These birds have injuries or conditions that prevent their return to the wild, but they live colorful lives with us at the park as ambassadors for their species. Not only do they team up with volunteers to reach out and educate, the birds also provide a therapeutic experience for wounded veterans through the Avian Veteran Alliance.
We are financially responsible for the Birds of Prey program. Your donations are what keeps us going. The Friends of the Largo Nature Parks is a 501(c) 3 organization registered with the State of Florida, and - yes - your donation is tax deductible within context of the law.
