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Myakka State Forest
Myakka State Forest is perfect for those who like to watch wildlife. Over 100 species of birds, including scrub jay and owls have been sighted here and the forest is listed in the southern section of the Great Florida Birding...
Oscar Scherer State Park
Oscar Scherer State Park is the Crown Jewel of Sarasota County’s Habitat Conservation Plan. A large acreage of scrubby flatwoods makes the park one of the best places to see Florida scrub jays, a threatened bird species...
Red Bug Slough Preserve
Red Bug Slough Preserve is a remnant piece of natural Florida nestled in the midst of suburban Sarasota. You will want to bring your binoculars, as the preserve is listed as one of Audubon Society’s “Hot Birding...
Sleeping Turtles Preserve North
The preserve has more than five miles of hiking trails, including a river trail with open views of the Wild and Scenic Myakka River. A network of trails takes you through diverse habitats, including floodplain swamps, pine...
Venetian Waterway Park
Venetian Waterway Park connects downtown Venice to Caspersen Beach Park. It includes both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway along a ten mile stretch through downtown Venice; it is great for walkers, joggers, bicycle riders,...
