Springs to Sea Outdoor Adventure & Education

12/31/2024

It was a bit windy today so it’s not a great picture, but we are so excited to see a FLAMINGO at Mullet head Island! 

Migratory birds are here and we will be opening up. Bird Island photography kayak tours on calm weather days!

Today was not a great day for photography, but we were still able to paddle near the island and see the birds! 

12/29/2024

We are so excited to be hosting festival field trips!! Book your tour with us through the festival!

The 26th Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival is just 1 month away. We are so excited to see you all there. Entering the exhibit area is FREE to everyone. Register to participate in field trips and workshops, and to listen to speakers. https://linktr.ee/scbwf

12/27/2024

🧚ONE WEEK 🧚until we kickoff the Friday PreK Nature School!

Sign up for the January 3rd session for $5 PER CHILD! (Normally $12 per child)

Use promo code YAYPREK at checkout!
(Valid only for the January 3rd session)

Don't forget, parents and children ages 2 years and under are free!

See you out there!! 🐦🌳🐚🌼

https://springstosea.com/nature-school

12/20/2024

Love sailing or always wanted to learn? Visit our friends in historic downtown Sanford, FL! They’ll get you on the water. Experienced sailors can rent one of their club boats or newbies can take a class or charter a trip around beautiful Lake Monroe and the St Johns River!

Live A Dream… Learn To Sail. Sailing is the wind and water calling to those who listen.

12/20/2024

Need some cuteness? Check out the eaglets on the SW FL Eagle cam!! 🥹🫶🏼🪶🦅

Afternoon in the Nest with Mom! Have you been able to see a feeding live yet? These two are eating lots, sleeping hard and hopefully keeping "the bonking" to a minimum! swfleaglecam.com

12/19/2024

Save the date for the 2025 Springs to Sea Galentine's Day Adventure!

We are planning this amazing women's-only adventure for Saturday, February 15, 2025 and will be posting more details and sign-up links as it gets closer!

Watch this space for updates! XOXO 🌹

12/18/2024

Curious about our nature school curriculum? Check out our program highlights!

Want to book your group or class with us? Fill out this form and we will get in touch! FORM>>>https://forms.gle/f3yAz8CzgoJcDvrk6

Nature School is good for more than just school groups! We are a wonderful option for family reunions, friend group outings, celebrations, etc! We can make a custom event for you and you will have exclusive use of our facilities!

www.springstosea.com

11/17/2024

It's FINALLY hiking season in FL! One of our most popular cool-season activites is the Guided Hike + Outdoor Yoga Class!

Have a group of 5 or more? We will upgrade you to a private tour and include a pavilion rental at no additional charge! Email [email protected] to upgrate and check pavilion availability!

Booking Link: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/springstosea/items/346133/?full-items=yes&flow=665359

Photo Credit: Leneahs Unforgettable Images

10/30/2024

Leave the leaves!!! 🍁 🍂🐛🪱🕷️🪳🪲🐞

When we talk about NoDig H&G “leave the leaves” what does that do?

Each community paves the way for the next to thrive, creating a chain reaction of habitat adaptation.
Leaf litter and humus layer boost sandy soil regeneration.
Consider this when planning your landscaping and before cleaning those garden beds.
When autumn arrives, many of us reach for our rakes to tidy up fallen leaves. However, there’s a growing movement encouraging us to “leave the leaves” instead. This simple act can have a profound impact on our gardens and the environment.
Fallen leaves create a natural mulch that helps retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and provide essential nutrients as they decompose. This process not only enriches the soil but also supports a diverse range of wildlife. Insects, birds, and small mammals find shelter and food in the leaf litter, promoting biodiversity.
Additionally, the humus layer formed by decomposed leaves improves soil structure and boosts sandy soil regeneration. By leaving the leaves, we can reduce the need for additional mulch and fertilizers, saving time and resources.

10/25/2024

This is the way.

Well done Canaveral National Seashore!! 🙌🏼🙏🏼🌎❤️🦀🐚🌊

10/23/2024

It's COMB JELLY SEASON!!

Come see them after sunset on the Florida Bucket List Kayak Tour!

These ancient invertebrates are harmless and DO NOT STING! Their little "combs" refract sunlight into the color spectrum and are bioluminescent! As you paddle your kayak, you'll see glowing blue "orbs" in the water after sunset.

Availabilities are open!

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10/19/2024

Lessons learned from Corvids! 🐦‍⬛❤️

10/18/2024

Check out this awesome resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Florida’s Fight For Zero pollution!

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10/14/2024

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On Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor and celebrate Indigenous peoples, cultures, traditions, and their unique connections to the lands and waters we all call home.

Long before European explorers sailed to this continent, Native Americans made this land their home, some for thousands of years before the United States was founded. Native Americans are the historical stewards of many public lands, including many of the lands that USFWS manages and oversees. We recognize their efforts by continuing the conservation legacy they started.

Discover how national wildlife refuges are honoring Tribal heritage: http://ow.ly/sFiv50L4QGL

Photo of Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge, a refuge located on Tribally owned trust lands of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Photo by Christal Steele

10/14/2024

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!!

We acknowledge the Timucua and Ais tribes, the pre-Columbian people who lived on the North/Central East Coast of Florida and the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge.

There are so many other nations that lived in Florida before European arrival such as the Calusa, Mayaimi and Miccosukee (just to name a few).

The Miccosukee still live in Florida! Visit them in the Florida Everglades, book a tour with Buffalo Tigers Everglades Airboat Rides and learn about the indigenous Miccosukee history and culture!

10/08/2024

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10/08/2024

Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge law enforcement officers are closing the gates of the refuge today and we are pausing operations ahead of Hurricane Milton.

We are located on the Atlantic Coast, however we are in the middle of the cone and Hurricane Milton is forecast to be a powerful Category 1-2 hurricane when it exits the state. We are preparing for power outage, 8-12” of rain, a 2-4’ storm surge (even in the Indian River Lagoon), hurricane forced sustained winds and tornadoes.

Please pray for our two legged, four legged, furry, feathered, scaly, swimming, buggy, underground, leafy, mossy, Florida family!!

Please especially pray for those on the Gulf Coast as they prepare for their second direct hit from a major hurricane in as many weeks.