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🌿 Closed for a Little Rest 🌿 June 5 – June 15
🌿 Closed for a Little Rest 🌿 June 5 – June 15 🛍️ Reopening June 16 In the spirit of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, who reminded us that we are part of nature, we’re pausing to rest, reflect, and return refreshed. ✨ Gift Shop Hours (Starting June 16): Open Friday to Tuesday...
Despite Drought, Restoration Brings Hope to Florida Bay
When most people think of the Everglades, they probably picture swampy wetlands, mangrove islands, and the occasional alligator sunning itself on the bank. But this ecosystem is so much more than that - and one of its most important, yet often overlooked, parts is...
Gumbo limbo tree a ‘state champion’ at Green Turtle Hammock
Islamorada’s Record-Breaking Gumbo Limbo Tree: A Champion in More Ways Than One. Tucked away in the peaceful shade of Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve, home of Florida Bay Forever, stands a tree of epic proportions - literally. Recognized as the largest known...
Signs of Change: Enhancing Hammock Trails with Tree Identification
At Florida Bay Forever, our commitment to environmental education and habitat stewardship continues to take root - quite literally. During the first quarter of 2025, our team partnered with a local naturalist to survey the native trees along the North and South trails...
A Naturalist Experience
We are pleased to announce that we have been awarded $10,000 through the Art Builds Community Grant from the Florida Keys Council of the Arts. The project is entitled Creating a Naturalist Experience in the Florida Keys Community and is aimed at building cultural...
Bay Lab and Classroom Now Open at the Green Turtle Hammock Nature Preserve
We are excited to report that renovations to our onsite classroom space have been completed and it will be available to local community groups for meetings and educational events. Please email us to enquire about scheduling and availability at...