h2. Learn About Polk County's Natural Resources at Circle B Bar Reserve
Polk county residents and families are invited to attend the 2011 Water, Wings & Wild Things Nature Fest at "Circle B Bar Reserve(Circle B Bar Reserve)":/recreation/areas/circlebbarreserve.html. The free, annual event takes place Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The nature festival lets families learn about local natural resources and nature-based recreational opportunities. Presentations, educational exhibits, natural arts and crafts, children's activities and native wildlife demonstrations will highlight Polk County's natural resources and the public's connection to those resources. The "Southwest Florida Water Management District(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":/ will host a booth and will be distributing Peace River watershed protection information and the District's "Recreation Guide(Get the Recreation Guide)":/rec_guide.
Attendees will also be able to take part in hands-on activities and guided tours of the reserve. Some of the family activities include tree climbing and a butterfly tent. Inside Polk's Nature Discovery Center, attendees will be able to experience several interactive exhibits that focus on the Green Swamp, water systems and central Florida lakes.
This event is a collaborative effort between Polk County government agencies, the District, and other local municipalities, state agencies, and non-profit organizations. Representatives from these agencies and organizations will have hands-on exhibits and be available to answer questions regarding a variety of issues ranging from water conservation to gardening tips and fire prevention with Smokey Bear.
Circle B Bar Reserve is located at 4399 Winter Lake Road (SR 540) in Lakeland. The entrance is approximately two miles east of US 98. Call the reserve at (863) 534-7377 for information.
Polk county residents and families are invited to attend the 2011 Water, Wings & Wild Things Nature Fest at "Circle B Bar Reserve(Circle B Bar Reserve)":/recreation/areas/circlebbarreserve.html. The free, annual event takes place Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The nature festival lets families learn about local natural resources and nature-based recreational opportunities. Presentations, educational exhibits, natural arts and crafts, children's activities and native wildlife demonstrations will highlight Polk County's natural resources and the public's connection to those resources. The "Southwest Florida Water Management District(Southwest Florida Water Management District)":/ will host a booth and will be distributing Peace River watershed protection information and the District's "Recreation Guide(Get the Recreation Guide)":/rec_guide.
Attendees will also be able to take part in hands-on activities and guided tours of the reserve. Some of the family activities include tree climbing and a butterfly tent. Inside Polk's Nature Discovery Center, attendees will be able to experience several interactive exhibits that focus on the Green Swamp, water systems and central Florida lakes.
This event is a collaborative effort between Polk County government agencies, the District, and other local municipalities, state agencies, and non-profit organizations. Representatives from these agencies and organizations will have hands-on exhibits and be available to answer questions regarding a variety of issues ranging from water conservation to gardening tips and fire prevention with Smokey Bear.
Circle B Bar Reserve is located at 4399 Winter Lake Road (SR 540) in Lakeland. The entrance is approximately two miles east of US 98. Call the reserve at (863) 534-7377 for information.