Recreation Programs - Nature back  
Date of Record: August 13, 2007

Recreation Membership and Registration Information

(R) = resident, with recreation card (NR) = non-resident with recreation card (Guest) = non-recreation card holder

Big Birthday Bash

All ages

Enjoy a day at the park and help us celebrate McGough Nature Center's 20th Birthday! We will have activities for children and adults. Enjoy guided hikes, turtle presentations, owl encounters, and much more.
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Sat, Sept 18, 9a.m.-12p.m.
McGough Nature Park
Free!

Birdhouse and Bat Box Workshop

Ages 10 & up
Would you like to attract birds or bats to your yard? This is a great opportunity to provide habitat for animals while getting the chance to see them up close. All supplies are included. Preregistration is required by December 1. Call 518-3047 for more information.
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Sat, Dec 4, 2p.m. at McGough Nature Park
$8/person

Bird Walks

All ages

Join an experienced bird guide for a walk while learning to identify various bird species. Bring binoculars if you have them.
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Sat, July 24, 5:30p.m. at Bonner Park
Sat, Aug 28, 7:30a.m. at Bonner Park
Sat, Sept 18, 5p.m. at Bonner Park
Free

Coastal Cleanup

All ages

Volunteers are needed to help clean up litter and debris. Wear old shoes/boots, comfortable clothing, gloves and sunscreen.
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Sat, Oct 16, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
McGough Nature Park
Free

Community Vegetable Garden

Adults, Families

Plant, tend and harvest your own veggies on a 4x8 or 4x16 plot. Plots are limited so call 727-518-3047 for availability and details.
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McGough Nature Park
4x8 plot $25/6 months or $40/year
4x16 plot $35/6 months or $60/year

Energy Efficiency Program

All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult
Presented by the Pinellas County Extension and the University of Florida, this class will teach you how to make your home more energy  efficient while still enjoying the same comfort level. Energy efficient devices are given to every participant. Call 518-3047 to preregister by Wednesday, October 6.
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Sat, Oct 9, 10:30a.m.
McGough Nature Park
Free

Fire and Drum Circle

All Ages

Bring a drum and join us in the drum circle or just sit back and enjoy the rhythm around the campfire. Drums will be available to borrow.
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Sat, Nov 6, 6:30p.m.
Location:McGough Nature Park
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$4.00/person, 2 & under free
Barry Skeete

Guided Hike

All ages
Join a naturalist for a guided hike at McGough Nature Park. We will identify plants and animals that we see along the way. Call 518-3047 to reserve a space.
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Sat, Oct 9 at 9 a.m.
McGough Nature Park
Free

Invasive Plant and Debris Removal

All ages
We need your help to clean up Bonner Park in an effort to replant an area that is being removed of exotic plants and dead vegetation. Wear old clothes and closed toed shoes. Water and snacks will be provided.
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Sat,Nov 20, 9 a.m-12p.m.
Bonner Park
Free

Jr Explorers Preschool Program

Ages 3-5

Join us for a morning of fun and learning at this beautiful 34-acre nature park's licensed preschool program. Children will enjoy a balance in large and gross motor skills, indoor and outdoor explorations, free choice learning themes and a variety of creative art experiences. There are only 10 spaces available so call 518-3047 for more information. Rec cards are required.



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Monday-Wenesday 8:30-11:30a.m.
McGough Nature Park
Sept 7-29 $110/$137.50
Oct 4-27 $120/$150
Nov 1-17 $90/$110
Nov 29-Dec 15 $90/$110

Jr Ranger Day Camp

Ages 6-11

Join us for one day, two days, or all three days and become a Jr Ranger! We will explore the woods, learn about plants and animals, play games and much more. Space is limited to 20 participants. Preregister at 518-3047 by December 17.
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Mon, Dec 20-Wed, Dec 22 9a.m.-1p.m.
McGough Nature Park
$20(R)/$25(NR)

Jr Ranger Program

Ages 5-12

Become a Jr Ranger by completing an activity guide at One of Largo's parks. The guide provides fun facts, hands-on learning activies and important information that relates to our environment and parks. Pick up your guide at McGough Nature Park and get started today! Guides are free. Children who complete the guides will receive a Jr Ranger badge. Call 518-3047 for more info.

New Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten

Ages 3 and 4

McGough Nature Park is now a licensed provider for the state funded VPK program. Classes are held Monday-Thursday 12-4p.m. The beautiful 34 acre setting has only 10 spaces available so call 727-518-3047 for more information.

Outdoor explorers

Ages 3-8

Each month we will venture out into the woods and learn how animals live. There is a different theme for each class. Space is limited so call 518-3047 to reserve your space today.
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Saturday, Sept 11, Oct 30, Nov 13, Dec 11 at 9:30a.m.
McGough Nature Park
$3

Owl-o-ween

Families
Celebrated Halloween among our nocturnal friends as we trick or treat along the nature trail. Learn about creepy critters, roast s'mores around a campfire, and much more. Space is limited so register early by calling 518-3047.
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Thursday, Oct 28, 6:30-8p.m.
McGough Nature Park
$5/person, children 2 and under free

Tai Chi

Adults

Experience this low impact exercise out in nature, surrounded by water and mangrove trees. Please preregister by calling 727-518-3047.
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Every Friday at 8:00 a.m.
Bonner Park
$4/$5/$8/person
Nate Patterson

WILD Birthday Parties at McGough Nature Park

Age 5-12

Celebrate your birthday party at the Nature Park. Reserve a covered shelter at the playground or an indoor room. Add a WILD twist to you party. We offer live wildlife encounters and a variety of nature crafts and activities. The cost of one program is $40. Pick two programs for $75. Call 727-518-3047 for party information and ideas.

Guided Eco-paddle

Adults

If you enjoy being on the water and learning about the wildlife you encounter, this program is for you! We will explore the intracoastal waterway and estuaries. Kayaks are available for rental. If you are interested call 727-518-3047 to be put no an interest list.

Traveling Naturalist

All Ages

Unable to take a field trip? Leave the traveling to us and invite a naturalist to visit you. You have a variety of topics to choose from. Live animals are available to travel to you. The cost of the program is $50. Call 727-518-3047 to reserve your naturalist.

School, Scout Troop and Home School Field Trips

All Ages

Largo's Nature Parks invite you to take a field trip! We offer several tours/programs and pre and post trip materials on: birds, plants and trees, ecosystems, Florida wildlife, insects, wetlands, art in nature and more! Call 727-518-3047 to schedule your visit.

P.I.N.E.S. Badge Project

All Ages

Partnership In Nature Education with Scouts. This program was created to assist scouts in completing several different badge requirements. Several Merit Badges can be completed. Call 727-518-3047 to schedule your group.

E.A.G.L.E. Volunteer Program

Ages 16 & Up

Environmental Activists Guarding Largo's Ecosystems. Take advantage of several free trainings in plant and wildlife identification to become an EAGLE volunteer through our Friends of Parks organization. Upon completion of the training participants will receive a volunteer shirt/ID and then assistance can be given to Nature Park staff in preserving and protecting our natural ecosystems.