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Carlos Alvarez, Mayor Board of County Commissioners: Bruno A. Barreiro, Chairman; Barbara J. Jordan, Vice Chairwoman Barbara J. Jordan, District 1; Dorrin D. Rolle, District 2; Audrey M. Edmonson, District 3; Sally A. Heyman, District 4; Bruno A. Barreiro, District 5; Rebeca Sosa, District 6; Carlos A. Gimenez, District 7; Katy Sorenson, District 8; Dennis C. Moss, District 9; Sen. Javier D. Souto, District 10; Joe A. Martinez, District 11; José "Pepe" Diaz, District 12; Natacha Seijas, District 13 Harvey Ruvin, Clerk of Courts; George M. Burgess, County Manager; Robert A. Cuevas Jr., County Attorney

Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Department has received accreditation from the Commission for the Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) of the National Recreation and Park Association.

Call (305) 755-7848 or (305) 755-7980 (TDD) to request materials in accessible format, a sign language interpreter (seven days advance notice required) and for information on access for persons with disabilities.

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We create outstanding recreational, natural and cultural experiences to enrich you and to enhance our community for this and future generations.

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LIVEAPARKLIFE…

January/February 2008 marks the and facilities. Your neighborhood first issue of Parklife, a new venture parks offer a place for reflection, for the -Dade County Park and a venue for concerts, a site for Recreation Department. A magazine athletic activities, and a spot dedicated to nuturing green spaces, where families and friends can celebrating the rich cultural heritage come together and enjoy a of South , and fostering an day in a beautiful natural setting. active, fun and healthy lifestyle for community members, Parklife is Every two months, Parklife will about parks and the role they play address topics that tell the story of in your life. It is also about the life Miami-Dade Parks and inform you you bring to parks through your of a large variety of activities for support and active participation you to enjoy and projects designed in Parks programs and events. to enhance your quality of life as residents and visitors of For almost 80 years, Miami-Dade Miami-Dade County. However, Parks has been instrumental in Parklife only scratches the surface. shaping the community. What For more information, visit began as a tree planting program www.miamidade.gov/parks. The in 1929 has grown to become the website can help you locate parks third largest parks system in the in your neighborhood, find programs with over 250 parks and activities for children, adults that offer arts and entertainment and seniors, and give you updated events, naturalist programs, information on upcoming events. recreational and educational activities throughout the year. So, whether you are new to Miami-Dade Parks actively Miami-Dade Parks, or a regular enriches the vast parks system participant in our programs and with resources dedicated to events, take the opportunity to planning and developing new enjoy all that we offer and… sites as well as, updating amenities Live a Parklife. ParkLife insidepgs XTRA BLEED.qxp:Layout 1 12/18/07 7:30 PM Page 3

ParklifeA MIAMI-DADE PARKS PUBLICATION Publisher: Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation Department Editor: 30 Doris Howe 12 18 Content Manager: Katherine MacDiarmid Graphic Designer: 4 Ruben Perez Photographer: Peter Dooling Public Information Officer: Contents Edith Torres Contributors: Kia Scott, Catherine Ferreira, 1 Mission Brian Cullen, Esther Reyes, Sally Timberlake, Angus Laney, 4 Looking Back: The History of Miami-Dade Parks Sandra Burns, Cindy Castelblanco, Paula Fernandez 8 People in Parks: Jack Kardys Miami-Dade County Park 10 Sunrise to Sunset: a Photo Gallery and Recreation Department Jack Kardys, Director 18 From Arts to Zoo: an Introduction to Parks W. Howard Gregg, Assistant Director for Planning and Development 30 Parks at a Glance Frank Faragalli, Interim Assistant Director for Operations 32 Progress Report Allison Diego, Assistant Director for Administration George Parrado, Assistant Director 36 Calendar of Events for Recreation

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TheLooking History of Back: Miami-Dade Parks

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The Dade County Park system actually began as a The Conference included a field trip to an Division of the County Road and Bridge Department. undeveloped area that is now Matheson Hammock Other than the Courts, the County Government’s main Park in South Miami. Arrangements were made with responsibility was the construction and maintenance of Commodore William J. Matheson, who then owned the all roads and bridges in unincorporated areas. In early property, to allow the conference attendees to inspect 1929 about $10,000 of the budget was allocated to start the hammock; a wholly new experience for the a Roadside Beautification program. In March of that visitors. As part of the field trip, Herman Merkel, a park same year, a supervisor was hired to oversee its executive from Westchester County, New York, gave a implementation. A.D. Barnes worked for the City of talk from a platform constructed among the limbs of Miami at the time, but left that job to get this program the large live oak trees at the hammock. Merkel made underway. As with any new endeavor, there was much a case that the hammock should be preserved for publicity surrounding the program. Some community present and future generations. members saw it as excessive and unnecessary. However, through community outreach and informative speaking Although the City of Miami had been working to engagements, opposition eventually turned to support. acquire the hammock property, it was located out of the jurisdiction of the City. Shortly after the conference, On November 18-21, 1929, the American Institute of Park County officials including C.H. Crandon, a Dade County Executives held its 31st annual conference in Miami. Commissioner, contacted Commodore Matheson who The Institute, chartered in 1898 in Boston, was meeting had been impressed by the discussions during the for the first time in the southeast region of the United visit to his hammock. On January 14, 1930, a deed States. With the Roadside Beautification program was executed transferring 84 acres of hammock land progressing nicely, this event would prove to be crucial owned by Commodore Matheson to Dade County. to the development of the Miami-Dade Parks system. Dade County had its first park.

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1951 – January 28, Homestead opens; and 1941 – February 28, opening night at 58 acre hammock on Bauer Drive Dade County Auditorium purchased from Ernest Bitte. Current Timeline of Miami-Dade Parks… site of Camp Owaissa Bauer. 1952 – Board of Commissioners and 1929 – 1943 – Drainage District Funding received from Board Special master’s deed from deeded 160 acres of land to Dade to start a County “Roadside George Simpson to Dade County County off east of Beautification Program” using for 18 acres on NE corner of Krome Avenue, and trustees of $10,000 from District 1 Road Coconut Palm Drive and Redland Internal Improvement Fund Department Funds; and hired A.D. Road. Current site of Redland dedicated to Dade County Hiatus Barnes to implement program. Fruit and Spice Park. Lot 6 of 515 acres adjoining the The Dade County Park System 160 acres. Became site of the Trail began as a Division of the County 1946 – Glades Gun Range. Later that Road and Bridge Department. Park Department organized into year, Dade County accepted deed three Divisions: Plans & Design, for the Miami Corporation for 1930 – Operations & Activities, and Property on which the main house The first County park is established Maintenance & Construction. at Matheson Hammock through a deed of 84 acres from Commodore 1947 – W.J. Matheson to Dade County. Dedication and opening of , 1936 – and Virginia Beach. opens through assistance from the Civilian 1948 – Conservation Corps. Park Department took over boat livery operation at Matheson 1940 – Hammock Marina. Traveling animal Deed from Florida State Internal show breakdown at 40 mile bend Improvement Fund to Dade County Tamiami Trail. Crandon Zoo opens. for 64.3 acres of accreted land on . Eva Burnett and Sherman Mills

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1960 – Hurricane Donna created extensive damage in all parks and Vizcaya.

1962 – 501 acres purchased from Hugh Matheson. Current site of and portions of the gardens were Castellow Hammock Park. located at Vizcaya. Completed 1968 – purchase of Vizcaya option 1964 – Park and Recreation Department property, service buildings Greynolds Park Golf Course received Good Community and area in 1955. dedicated and opened to Environmental Award for South the public. Florida Chapter of American 1957 – Institute of Architects for design O.W. (Hump) Campbell appointed 1965 – adaptation in the restoration and first County Manager. Metropolitan Rock Pit #57 in Goulds remodeling of Vizcaya service Dade County comes into being. Also designated for park purposes. buildings for Park and that year, first ordinance adopted by Recreation use. Metro Commission 57-1 created the Department of Parks and Recreation. 1969 – Opening of Homestead Bayfront 1958 – Park overnight camp. Recreation Division activated, Department reorganized into five divisions: Administrative Division, Plans & Design Division, Museum Division, Park Division, and Zoological Division. The preceding article is excerpted (with edits) from a larger manuscript, History of the Dade County Park System: The First Forty Years by A.D. Barnes published by Metropolitan Dade County in 1986. Currently, the second edition covering the subsequent forty years is in production with expected publication in 2008. Photographs used in the article are part of the archives of Miami-Dade Parks.

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PROFILE: People in Parks

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Committed to public service each of whom has left their mark for overseeing multiple Divisions in and the enhancement of the on the Department and the the Department including Arts and community’s quality of life through community,” said Kardys. “All had Culture, Golf Enterprises, Leisure recreational services, Jack Kardys great vision and determination.” Access, Marina Enterprise, has dedicated his entire career Natural Areas Management, to the Department of Parks and “But, to be honest, while each Naturalist Services, Park Security, Recreation, having served in it Director brought great vision to Regions 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, and for more than 25 years. “When I the Department, it is the staff that Special Tax District. started in the County as an intern implements that vision. I believe, with the Parks Department, I never without a doubt, that the Parks “I see Miami-Dade Parks as expected to make my career Department has some of the the morale officers of County here,” said Kardys. “However, best people working in the government responsible for creating once I got here, it was total magic. County,” stated Kardys. “They and maintaining the highest levels I worked for great, larger than life are committed professionals who of our community’s quality of life.

“We are the catalyst for people to enjoy themselves in their free time. It is our mission to educate the public on the options they have to lead a better, more fulfilled life through recreation, sports, fitness, arts, culture and natural areas...”

leaders in Dr. Chuck Petzoldt and strive for excellence every day. We are the catalyst for people to Bill Bird and I loved the work Every day they give their all, never enjoy themselves in their free time,” I was doing. I felt that I was dropping the ball. They show said Kardys. “It is our mission to contributing to the betterment of great enthusiasm and teamwork educate the public on the options the community in which I lived. to get the job done. I couldn’t ask they have to lead a better, more And, it was incredibly fulfilling.” for more. It is one of the greatest fulfilled life through recreation, strengths of the Department.” sports, fitness, arts, culture and Over the years, Kardys has worked natural areas; and the public should his way from intern through the In December Mr. Kardys was demand that these opportunities ranks of the Department including appointed Director of the Park and be available in their community.” positions as Assistant Administrator Recreation Department by Mayor for the Operations Management Carlos Alvarez after serving as Office, Public Facilities Manager Interim Director since August 2007. People in Parks is III, Park and Recreation Manager Prior to these positions, Mr. Kardys a recurring article that will highlight volunteers, staff IV, Executive Assistant to the served as Assistant Director of and participants in our Director, and Region Manager. Operations since January 2000. recreational, natural “During my time at Parks, I have In his position as Assistant Director and cultural programs. worked under several Directors, for Operations, he was responsible

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Sunrise to

SunsetPhotography by Peter Dooling

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Mountain Biker, Crandon Beach

Palmetto Golf Course

EcoAdventures Canoe Trip,

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Noches Tropicales,

Hugh Masekela, Joseph Caleb Auditorium

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Senior Games, Tamiami Pool

Alain, Camp Matecumbe

Playground, A.D. Barnes Park

Holvin Baltodano, Tropical Park

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Junior Olympic Boxing, Tropical Park Boxing Center

Raices Summer Camp, Field Trip to Little

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American Flamingo, Miami Metro Zoo ParkLife insidepgs XTRA BLEED.qxp:Layout 1 12/18/07 6:45 PM Page 17

Lotus, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

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Written by Kia Scott

ANINTRODUCTIONTOMIAMI-DADEPARKS

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A three-time winner of the National Gold Medal for excellence in park and recreation administration and the only municipal park system its size to be awarded National Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, the Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Department is one of the busiest and largest leisure service agencies in the United States.

Miami-Dade Park and Recreation is the third largest Parks system in the nation. Founded in 1929, the Department’s primary goal and mission is to ensure that we are adequately servicing the public by creating outstanding recreational, natural, and cultural experiences to enrich and enhance our community for this and future generations.

In our initiative to “Deliver Excellence Every Day,” Miami-Dade Parks has dedicated itself to providing clean and safe recreational spaces and quality programming for you and your family to enjoy. We take pride in knowing that our parks and facilities are equipped to meet the needs of the community and have done so successfully for 79 years.

Alongside our general recreational neighborhood parks, the department offers a wonderful assortment of other recreational, natural, and cultural experiences, activities and programming throughout the year whereby we reach approximately 25 million people per year. Miami-Dade Park and Recreation offers something for everyone.

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Arts In keeping with the Department’s mission, Miami-Dade Parks creates an environment for the presentation and development of the arts and leverages the arts to bring together people of diverse cultures, generations, and walks of life. For over fifty years, Miami-Dade Parks has presented some of the top visual and performing artists in the world, and provided quality arts experiences for the community Levert in concert at Caleb Auditorium through special events and arts programs.

Miami-Dade Parks manages two of the County’s leading arts education facilities, African Heritage “In our initiative to Cultural Arts Center and Raices Hispanic Heritage ‘Deliver Excellence Every Cultural Arts Center. Located in , African Heritage Cultural Arts Center was founded in 1975 Day,’ Miami-Dade Parks to serve as the nesting ground for emerging talent in has dedicated itself to the performing and visual arts, providing inspiration and encouragement to young people within the providing clean and safe community. The Center has fulfilled its mission to the recreational spaces and community for over 30 years by providing a means for quality programming for you and your family to enjoy.”

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AFRICAN HERITAGE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER youth, ages 6-16, to discover their creative potential 6161 NW 22nd Avenue and develop their artistic talents through its summer, (305) 638-6771 spring, winter, and After School Arts Academies. JOSEPH CALEB AUDITORIUM 5400 NW 22nd Avenue Launched in the summer of 1996, Raices Hispanic (305) 636-2350 Heritage Cultural Arts Center is home to a phenomenal arts program that offers students, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AUDITORIUM ages 6 to 14, an opportunity to explore a variety 2901 Street of arts disciplines, discover their own interests and (305) 547-5414 talents, and obtain a richer appreciation of Hispanic RAICES HISPANIC HERITAGE CULTURAL culture and influences. ARTS CENTER 5510 SW 94th Court In addition to the arts education facilities, Miami- (305) 271-0812 Dade Parks also manages the 990-seat Joseph Caleb Auditorium and the 2,429-seat Miami-Dade WOMEN’S PARK AND ROXCY O’NEAL BOLTON County Auditorium, two of Miami-Dade County’s WOMEN’S HISTORY GALLERY finest performing arts venues and The Women’s 10251 West (305) 480-1717 Park and Roxcy O’Neal Bolton Women’s History.

Beaches Miami-Dade Parks has among its many spectacular enjoyed by many people who swim to it and walk features, some of the best swimming-and-sunning or wade along its length. beach areas in Miami-Dade County. The beach is what's called a lagoon style, or low surf impact beach, and the shoreline varies-- I CRANDON PARK BEACH Crandon Park's beautiful two-mile beach is sloping from wading depth to six-to-twelve feet, consistently named among the top ten beaches in depending on the tide. Lifeguards patrol from the nation. It is one of the most popular recreation thirteen elevated towers, set about 150 yards destinations in all of Miami-Dade County, enjoyed apart in the areas of heavy usage. They keep by millions of residents and tourists each year. beach-goers informed as to surf, sand and weather conditions. The beach is celebrated for its pristine sand, calm water, winding promenade, concession For more information, call (305) 361-5421. stands, multiple picnic areas with tables and grills, and convenient parking for over 3,000 vehicles. Near the beach is Crandon's Family Amusement Center. Crandon's famous offshore sandbar protects swimmers from crashing surf. The sandbar changes constantly because of seasonal squalls, storms and currents. It is

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I MATHESON HAMMOCK PARK BEACH I HOMESTEAD BAYFRONT PARK BEACH Matheson Hammock Park is an exquisite Get away from it all in the crystal clear waters of picturesque park with an unusual feature--a man- south Biscayne Bay, next to the beautiful coral made atoll pool, which is flushed naturally with the reefs of and the Florida tidal action of nearby Biscayne Bay. Its tranquil Keys Marine Sanctuary at Homestead Bayfront breeze-swept beach is a haven for families who Park Beach. This beautiful tropical setting enjoy its warm, safe waters and beautiful waterside includes a natural atoll pool. It has a full-line views. This scenic park has a full-service marina, snack bar at the beach, picnic pavilions, grills, snack bar and restaurant built into a historic coral fishing area and a large playground. rock building, picnic pavilions and nature trails. Among the many wonderful amenities, Matheson For more information, call (305) 230-3033. also contains a sailing and power boat school.

For more information, call (305) 665-5475.

Golf Miami-Dade Parks offers quality golf experiences on five public courses designed for all levels of play, from the beginner to the professional. The courses are managed and operated by your Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Department. Briar Bay Golf Course, a par-31, 9-hole precision course popular with top players and beginners matheson hammock alike; Palmetto Golf Course, a par-70, 18-hole championship course; Greynolds Golf Course, a par-36, 9-hole course and one of the County’s most popular; I BEACH Country Club of Miami, comprised of two beautifully With an Atlantic beachfront popular with surfers manicured golf courses, one par-72 and the other par-70, and families alike, Haulover Park Beach is one of with lush fairways, newly re-grassed greens and 36 's most beautiful beaches—a mile championship holes; and Crandon Golf at , and a half stretch that draws people from all enveloped by the tropics and one of the most beautiful walks of life, both nationally and internationally. and challenging par-72, 18-hole courses. Nestled between the Intercoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean, Haulover has pristine white From the driving sand shores, open ocean surf, various shaded ranges to the picnic facilities, beautifully landscaped sand putting greens, dunes, and concession stands. The beach is these competitive ideal for surfing as well as swimming. public golf courses feature The entire beach is guarded by well-trained friendly and lifeguards, who ensure that beach-goers are well professional informed of existing weather and surf conditions. staff to make your golfing experience For more information, call (305) 947-3525. a memorable one.

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Miami-Dade Parks After School PROGRAMS

A variety of specialized and Don’t let your child miss out general after-school programs on the fun. Enroll today. are offered at more than 40 For Miami-Dade Parks After School Program locations, call (305) 755-7800 parks throughout Miami-Dade or visit www.miamidade.gov/parks. County for youth, ages 6 – 14.

Call 305-755-7848 (v/tdd) to request materials in accessible format, for information on access for persons with disabilities and for a sign language interpreter (seven days notice required).

BRIAR BAY GOLF COURSE Historical 9375 SW 134 Street Scenic and historical parks are the cornerstone of the (305) 235-6667 Department's foundation. Located along the edge of Biscayne Bay, the 450-acre Charles Deering Estate COUNTRY CLUB OF is an environmental, natural, archeological and MIAMI GOLF COURSE historical preserve and serves as a cultural and 6801 NW 186 Street (Miami Gardens Drive) educational facility with programs for children and (305) 829-8456 adults to enjoy. From jazz concerts and canoe rides CRANDON GOLF to butterfly hikes and guided tours, the Deering AT KEY BISCAYNE Estate has diverse activities for the whole family 6700 Crandon Boulevard that make learning fun. The Estate is part of (305) 361-9129 the Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation Department, which manages the Estate on behalf GREYNOLDS GOLF COURSE of the State of Florida. 17530 W. Dixie Highway (305) 945-1741 DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER PALMETTO GOLF COURSE 16701 SW 72nd Avenue 9300 SW 152 Street Palmetto Bay, FL 33157 (305) 235-1061 (305) 235-1668 www.deeringestate.org www.golfmiamidade.com

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Leisure Access The Leisure Access Foundation was created to improve A.D. BARNES PARK opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate 3401 SW 72 Avenue in quality leisure programs, both recreational and (305) 665-5319 competitive. People with disabilities are a minority, who CAMP MATECUMBE have historically been severely disadvantaged and 13841 SW 120 Street overlooked in the area of recreation and leisure. (305) 752-4966

Many recreation activities require special instruction, CORAL ESTATES PARK wheelchairs or other equipment that can increase the 1405 SW 97th Avenue cost of these programs to participants. The foundation (305) 226-1622 was created to raise the funds to provide this extra GOULDS PARK funding. Miami-Dade Parks’ Leisure Access Services 21805 SW 114 Avenue has developed sports programs designed specifically (305) 234-4948 or (305) 234-1673 for persons with disabilities. Collectively known as the Junior Wheelchair Sports Club, these programs GREYNOLDS CAMP include the Wheelchair Tennis Program, Fencing 18601 NE 22nd Avenue Program for Children with Disabilities, Goball and (305) 755-7848 various Soccer Leagues for persons with disabilities. 11201 SW 24th St. The Leisure Access Services staff is dedicated to (305) 222-2128 working with you to create a program that meets the recreation, leisure and social needs of individuals WESTWIND LAKES PARK at your agency or facility. They have worked an 6805 SW 152 Avenue assortment of agencies to include schools, (305) 380-9106 or (305) 752-4966 psychiatric facilities, group and nursing homes, senior, community and rehab centers, and other organizations that serve people with disabilities.

Marinas Miami-Dade Parks is responsible for six marinas reefs; Homestead Bayfront Marina, located in a throughout the county. These full-service marinas beautiful tropical setting with a natural atoll pool offer more than 979 wet slips to the boating public and beach; Pelican Harbor Marina. and include Matheson Hammock Marina, with its sandy beach, natural atoll pool and a first-class From waterfront restaurants, picnic areas and sand restaurant; Black Point Marina, ideally located close beaches, to tennis, golf, fishing and diving, Miami- to Biscayne National Park, is a great starting point Dade Parks’ Marinas have plenty of exciting resort-like for fishing and diving expeditions; Haulover Beach amenities to please your every mood. Come enjoy Park Marina, home of the largest charter/drift fishing everything we have to offer. Boaters and landlubbers fleet in South Florida; Crandon Park Marina, a first alike will enjoy the picturesque sunsets and cool class marina, near spectacular fishing and artificial ocean breezes.

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BLACK POINT MARINA 24775 SW 87 Avenue (305) 258-4092 CRANDON PARK MARINA 4000 Crandon Boulevard (305) 361-1281 HAULOVER PARK MARINA 10800 (305) 947-3525 HOMESTEAD BAYFRONT PARK MARINA 9698 SW 328 Street (305) 230-3033 MATHESON HAMMOCK PARK MARINA 9610 (305) 665-5475 PELICAN HARBOR MARINA 1275 NE 79 Street (305) 754-9330

Natural The Department manages more than 12,000 acres, roughly half of which are environmentally sensitive or threatened natural areas requiring protection and conservation. The Department maintains and programs more than 250 parks, recreation facilities and greenway areas; and it provides park and recreation services to a resident population of nearly two million. Miami-Dade Parks is renowned for its outstanding attractions.

I FRUIT AND SPICE PARK Fruit & Spice Park is a 35-acre subtropical botanical paradise nestled in the heart of the historic Redland community just 35 miles south of Miami. Maintained and operated by Miami- Dade County Park and Recreation, the Park is the only one of its kind in the United States. Home to more than 500 varieties of rare and exotic tropical fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and nuts from around the world, Fruit and Spice

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Park is a jewel in South Florida’s agricultural Even wilder offerings include marine wading tours community attracting over 27,000 visitors a and hiking trips into some of the best wilderness year to its gardens and festivals. areas of the Everglades, Big Cypress National Preserve, and coastal parks. I CAMPGROUNDS EcoAdventures highlight South Florida’s AD BARNES PARK LEISURE remarkable sub-tropical beauty, pristine parks, ACCESS CENTER unique wilderness areas and historic sites. 3401 SW 72 Avenue Whatever activities you choose, you can count (305) 666-5883 on Miami-Dade Parks with seventy-five years of CAMP GREYNOLDS parks excellence to provide you with the best in 18601 NE 22 Avenue nature adventure excursions and programs. (305) 692-3079 or (305) 945-3425 CAMP OWAISSA BAUER For more information, call (305) 365-3018 or 17001 SW 264 Street e-mail us at [email protected]. (305) 247-6016

LARRY AND PENNY THOMPSON PARK I NATURAL AREAS MANAGEMENT (NAM) AND CAMPGROUND The Department manages more than 12,000 12451 SW 184 Street acres, roughly half of which are environmentally (305) 232-1049 sensitive or threatened natural areas requiring protection and conservation. The Department maintains and programs more than 250 parks, I ECOADVENTURES recreation facilities and greenway areas; and it EcoAdventures offer an exciting line-up of provides park and recreation services to a naturalist-guided nature adventures and activities to resident population of nearly two million. include kayaking and snorkeling in the clear, warm waters of Biscayne Bay, canoe trips through scenic The mission of Miami-Dade Parks’ Natural mangrove creeks teeming with native wildlife and Areas Management Division is to restore, biking along paths in Key Biscayne while exploring protect and manage Miami-Dade County's the natural history of this remarkable barrier island. naturally occurring plant and animal communities through resource management, inter-governmental environmental liaising, and community outreach including environmental education and volunteer programming to preserve these areas for present and future generations of South Floridians.

Approximately 5,447 acres of native forest and wetland exist in Miami-Dade's 12,000-acre park system, including 1,017 acres of globally- endangered pine rockland and 443 acres of upland hardwood forest including State-endangered

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rockland hammock forest. Less than 2% of Miami-Dade County's original forests remain.

NAM is also involved in many public education programs. Through grant funding, NAM has assumed the responsibility of educating staff and the public about the benefits of prescribed burning of native pine rockland forests by facilitating fire education programs.

Planning, Research and Capital Projects From gathering historic housing data, to projecting land use for the next 20 years, Miami-Dade Parks Planning is doing its part to preserve and procure lands that will eventually serve as the ultimate efficient and functional green spaces in the County’s Open Space Master Plan.

The Research Division provides us with statistics, analysis and prepared reports about housing, population and geographic information. Estimates and projections of population and employment are done based on current Census data and other data sources. Current land uses and the future capacity for development are maintained in a Geographic Information system.

Miami-Dade County has a large unincorporated area, along with 36 municipalities. Requests from cities to annex adjacent areas and requests to create new municipalities are reviewed by planning staff.

Development demands on facility capacity, analyses of existing and forecast levels of service are monitored for service concurrency status.

How development or conservation of land and natural resources will occur during the next ten to twenty years is expressed in the Comprehensive Development Master Plan (CDMP).

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Community Planning prepares area planning reports the 15 County pools, to tennis at one of the more for specific areas of unincorporated Miami-Dade than 7 multi-court tennis centers, to playing sand County that address urban design and the on our beaches, Miami-Dade Parks offers implementation of future development strategies; a diversified selection of programs and facilities to conducts environmental assessments and reviews match almost any taste. related to programs involving federal funding; studies all applications for changes to municipal Sports enthusiasts will have their appetites satisfied boundaries; provides recommendations for the with more than 175 ball-fields that accommodate sale of surplus County lands; and administers baseball, soccer, softball or football. Running clubs support to the County's Planning Advisory Board. can be caught practicing for a meet at one of the running tracks. The lakes, rivers and ocean fronts Planning falls in line with the Department’s mission to that sculpt the landscape offer fishing, swimming, promote a high quality of life for current and future boating and other water sports. There is no end to residents of Miami-Dade County through the exercise the possibilities: camping, nature studies, arts and of sound planning and by administering and enforcing crafts classes, agricultural and archaeological the Comprehensive Development Master Plan, the excursions, outdoor concerts and horse shows. Zoning Code, and other development regulations. International sporting events such as The Sony For more information, call (305) 375-2800 or Ericsson Open at the state-of-the-art Crandon find us on the web at Park Tennis Center draws thousands of sport www.miamidade.gov/planzone/planning_home. celebrities and fans to Miami each year and introduces Miami-Dade County Park facilities to international audiences. Recreation South Florida's subtropical climate allows year-round From the Trail Glades Gun Range to the Equestrian outdoor recreation possibilities, and our parks provide Center at Tropical Park to landscape and aquatics, a multitude of opportunities. From swimming at one of Miami-Dade Parks has equipped itself to meet your recreational needs.

For more information, call (305) 755-7905.

Special Tax District The staff of Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Landscape Special Tax District Division currently employs 62 certified landscape supervisors and landscape specialists, trained to provide landscape maintenance to medians, right-of- ways, lakes, and entrance features within Miami-Dade County communities. This Division is dedicated to multi- purpose maintenance and landscaping services to all Landscape Special Tax District residents. In these Photo by Ben Thacker Districts, we are responsible for:

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I TURF MAINTENANCE Zoological I TREE-TRIMMING Miami Metrozoo is a 740-acre cageless zoo that I IRRIGATION showcases 1,306 specimens belonging to more than I HEDGE TRIMMING 250 species (at last count May 22, 2006). It has excelled I FERTILIZATION in the successful breeding of rare and endangered I SPORT TURF MAINTENANCE animals. An accredited member of the Association of I LANDSCAPE LIGHTING Zoos and Aquariums, and supported by the Zoological I SIGNAGE Society of Florida, Miami Metrozoo is outfitted with 81 I PLAYGROUND MAINTENANCE exhibits and is the perfect location for family outings, I ACCESS CONTROL school field trips and zoological education. I STRUCTURAL AND ENTRANCE MAINTENANCE I MULCHING For more information, call (305) 251-0400 I RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS I LAKE MAINTENANCE

The Division will continue to develop crews and innovative maintenance techniques that better serve our constituencies and improve property values and aesthetics throughout Miami-Dade County.

For more information, call (305) 669-4020.

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Parks at a Glance 1

1 Miami-Dade Parks Selected by KaBoom! and Kraft Foods to Receive New Playground West Perrine Park was chosen as the site for a new playground by KaBOOM!, a non-profit that helps communities across the country build playgrounds. At the November 14 Design Day, children from the West Perrine Park and Colonial Drive Park Miami-Dade Parks After-School programs gathered to draw their ideal 2 playground. These drawings were submitted to KaBOOM! and PlayWorld Systems, the manufacturers of the playground, who will take elements from the drawings submitted by the children into consideration in the manufacturing of the playground such as colors and play features, slides, swings, and climbing elements.

2 South Florida Dragonboat Festival at Haulover Park October 13-14, 2007

3 Grand Funk Railroad performs during Ribfest at Homestead Air Reserve Park November 2-4, 2007 3

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4 Fall in Love Concert at the Deering Estate at Cutler November 10, 2007

5 Greynolds Love In at Greynolds Park May 20, 2007 A celebration of the 1960s that featured performances by The Classic Rock All Stars and Joey Molland’s Badfinger.

6 Miami-Dade Parks Makes Strides in the Fight Against Breast Cancer 5 On October 6, 2007, the Miami-Dade Park and Recreation Department participated in a 5K walk/run marathon in Downtown Miami to help support the American Cancer Society. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a non-competitive walk/run to help fight breast cancer and provide hope to people facing the disease. Participants gathered at Bayfront Park where the walk began and made its way through the streets of downtown Miami and Avenue. By the end of the race, the Department raised over $6,000 for the walk. 6

Parklife Jan/Feb 2008 31 progress report...

Miami-Dade Parks Planning & Development is responsible for all steps in acquiring, developing and maintaining the 259 parks in the Department’s inventory. Progress Report is a recurring article that will feature construction and capital projects occurring in the Miami-Dade Parks system.

FEATURED PROGRAM The Building Better Communities General Obligation Bond

Approved by the voters in November of 2004, the General Obligations Bond (GOB) is a 15-year bond program that will fund more than $400 million in capital improvements to Miami-Dade parks including:

• $238 million for area-wide parks • $87 million for Miami Metrozoo • $68 million for local and neighborhood parks • $15 million for cultural facilities • $11 million for greenways/bike trails

Currently, there are 73 projects in progress ranging from major projects, such as the Amazon & Beyond exhibition at Miami MetroZoo, a $50 million endeavor funded in part with $31 million from the GOB; and the Haulover Marina Phase II Expansion, a $10 million project funded in part with $3 million from the GOB; to playgrounds and recreation centers in your neighborhood parks.

FEATURED MAJOR CAPITAL PROJECT Kendall Soccer Park Phase 2 Development

Kendall Soccer Park is one of the Department’s single- purpose parks, developed as a major soccer facility for the Kendall community. Located in Commission District 10 at SW 127th Avenue and SW 80th Street, the park is 42-acres in size and currently has two lighted, artificial- turf soccer fields. The artificial-turf fields are used in lieu

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of natural turf so that fertilizing and pest management is (accelerated from later GOB funding), the ongoing not required since the park is located within a well field project substantially completes the build-out of the for the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, and park, including all of the remaining three artificial- the use of such treatments is prohibited. turf soccer fields. In total, the project will provide three lighted, artificial-turf soccer fields, a restroom building, With a total budget of $5.5 million funded through the lighted parking, and walking paths. Building Better Communities General Obligation Bond ($3.15 million), the Quality Neighborhood Improvements The project has been sent to bid and the contract award Program Bond ($2.2 million) and Parks Impact Fees is expected in early 2008. The construction is scheduled ($0.15 million), and with the support of Senator Javier D. to be completed in one year, and should be dedicated in Souto, the GOB allocation was increased by $1.15 million winter/spring 2009.

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FEATURED NEW PARK DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Rock Ridge Park

Acquired in 1990, Rock Ridge Park is a neighborhood park located in Commission District 8 at 10810 SW 117th Avenue, and is 4.7-acres in size.

With a total budget of $1,375,000 the Rock Ridge Development Project is funded through Parks Impact Fees ($995,000) and Quality Neighborhood Improvements Program Bond ($381,750) dedicated by Commissioner Katy Sorenson. The project fully develops the Park, including grading the site, constructing parking and walking paths, a playground with shade and a picnic shelter.

The project is substantially completed and is expected to be dedicated in January 2008. The picnic shelter, the remaining element of park development, is scheduled to be installed in early 2008.

FEATURED PARK ACQUISITION Redland Fruit & Spice Park Expansion

Redland Fruit & Spice Park, a subtropical botanical garden, is one of the Department’s special activity parks. Located in Commission District 8 at 24801 SW 187th Avenue, the park has been expanded from 36 to 42 acres through acquisition of two residential parcels on the northeast corner of the Park with funding from the Building Better Communities General Obligations Bond ($1.02 million) and the Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond ($200,000).

FEATURED PARK PLAN Bailes Road Park

The 10-acre Bailes Road Park is a neighborhood park located in Commission District 9 at SW 228th Street and SW 119th Avenue.

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The approved General Plan for the park focuses on the lake/rock pit at the center of the northern portion of the park, known locally as Blue. The lake will be circled by a walkway with an overlook at a rock escarpment, rain shelters, picnic tables and benches, and will be served by a small parking lot. The walkway will also connect with adjacent properties. Full programming proposes a fishing pier and nature center. The smaller southern portion of the Park will include a playground/tot lot served by a small parking area and walkways. The Park will include open play space and heavy buffer planting.

With a total budget of $140,000, the General Plan effort was funded through Park Impact Fees. Funding for Park development totaling approximately $825,000 has been secured, including Parks Impact Fees ($450,000) and Quality Neighborhood Improvements Program Bond ($375,000) allocated by Commissioner Dennis C. Moss. ParkLife insidepgsXTRABLEED.qxp:Layout112/18/076:46PMPage36 36 TTEND! D N E T AT O T S N A L P E K A M himnBuoBrer n h or fCounty of Board the and Barreiro Bruno Chairman omsinr,adMaiDd onyPr & Park County Miami-Dade Commissioners, and al(0)5-88o 357578 TD orqetmtrasi accessible in materials request to (TDD) (305)755-7980 or (305)755-7848 Call www.miamicattleshow.com erainDprmn r ooe ohs the host to honored are Department Recreation omt inlnug nepee svndy dac oierqie)and required) notice advance days (seven interpreter language sign a format, erpltnmre n h ags nFlorida. in largest the and market metropolitan is nentoa giutr n ateso to show cattle and agriculture international first vrtk lc nMai lrd.Hrle as Heralded Florida. Miami, in place take ever im-aeCut ao alsAlvarez, Carlos Mayor County Miami-Dade h aea oteAeia,Miami-Dade Americas, the to Gateway the ecrilyivt o ob ato this of part a be to you invite cordially We oadRaa qetinCenter Equestrian Reagan Ronald onyi nitrainlyrenowned internationally an is County im,Foia S 33155 USA Florida, Miami, o nomto nacs o esn ihdisabilities. with persons for access on information for a 51,2008 15-18, May 90S 0hStreet 40th SW 7900 tToia Park Tropical at xiigevent. exciting calendar of events calendar of events calendar of events calendar of events ParkLife insidepgsXTRABLEED.qxp:Layout112/18/076:46PMPage37    305-235-1668 Ave. 72nd SW 16701 Cutler night. at at Estate life Deering to comes it as wildlife and it’s woods the Experience 5/Child. $ 7/Adult, $ admission: with Free 7) FEB (& PM HIKE 9 NITE – PM 7 3, JAN 305-235-1668 Ave. 72nd SW 16701 Cutler at Estate activities. Deering hands-on of series a part in taking by nature and archeology history, about learn will fee. Children registration $10 a is there note Please day. required. per is child, Registration per 8 $ fee: pick up late and off drop three-day Early for session. 90 $ six- or for session $180 day is fee Camp 6-13; Ages CAMP PM) KIDS 6 WINTER – LATE PM & 4:30 AM PICK-UP 9 – AM 7:30 – DROP-OFF AM (EARLY 9 PM 4, 4:30 JAN - 2 JAN 559-9689 (305) calendar of events St. 40th SW 7900 Center Equestrian Park Tropical under. and 10 15.50/Child $ 23.50/Adult, $ Admission: MID – FOREST PM ENCHANTED 5 SANTA’S 6, – 1 JAN   35 365-3018 (305) Rd. Cutler Old 9610 Marina & Park Hammock Matheson at School Sailing Harbor Castle required. Reservations wildlife. in rich forests mangrove through and beds, grass sea over creeks, winding through canoe you as naturalist park a Join 7-14) (Ages 15/Child $ 25/Adult, $ TOUR CANOE HAMMOCK MATHESON 24) ECOADVENTURES: – FEB AM (& 10 PM 27, 4 JAN PM 9) 6 FEB – (& 23) PM & 4 17 19, 3, JAN – FEB AM (& 10 PM 26, 12 & 13 5, JAN 948-2891 (305) 73 .DxeHwy. Dixie W. 17530 required. are Reservations Park. Greynolds at active creatures the noctural about learn to walk nature guided naturalist and presentation PowerPoint a enjoy and Boathouse Park Greynolds at Meet $5/Person. HIKE. NIGHT THE OF CREATURES GREYNOLDS’ ECOADVENTURES: PM 1) 9 FEB – (& PM 7:30 4, JAN hc h ak est rcl ro oattending) to prior call or website Parks the Check NT:Dtsadtmsaesbett change. to subject are times and Dates (NOTE: A E 2008 FEB / JAN    35 235-1668 (305) Ave. 72nd SW 16701 Cutler at Estate Deering architecture. style Revival Mediterranean Florida of uniqueexample a is 1922, in built House, Stone The Architecture. Vernacular Florida South of examples remaining the finest of one is 1916, and 1896 between built Cottage, Richmond The buildings! earliest Florida’s South of features architectural the Discover 5/Child. $ 7/Adult, $ admission: with Free 2) FEB TOUR (& ARCHITECTURE PM 2 5, JAN 233 ext. 235-1668 (305) Ave. 72 SW 16701 Estate Deering 60/Session. $ CHI (SAT) TAI PM 12 29, – MAR 10:30 – 12 23 – FEB 10:30 (SAT) 9, PM FEB – 5 JAN 365-3018 (305) 73 .DxeHighway Dixie W. 17530 Boathouse. Park Greynolds required. are Reservations Manatee. Indian West endangered the and fish birds, osprey, wading for haven natural explore this you as guides naturalist with park past historic river's centuries. the for Relive shore its to has man River drawn Oleta the of beauty 7-14) The (Ages 15/Child $ 25/Adult $ TRIP CANOE RIVER OLETA HISTORIC GREYNOLDS’ PM ECOADVENTURES: 1 – 26, AM & 1 19 12, 5, JAN www.miamidade.gov/parks ii u est at website our visit ParkLife insidepgs XTRA BLEED.qxp:Layout 1 12/18/07 6:46 PM Page 38

 JAN 6, 9 AM – 2 PM  JAN 11, 5:30 PM – 8 PM  JAN 12, 9 AM – 12 PM ECOADVENTURES: (& FEB 8) (& FEB 2) EVERGLADES SWAMP TROMP ECOADVENTURES: ECOADVENTURES: NEW! $ 45/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 7-14). CRANDON PARK’S SUNSET & MATHESON HAMMOCK Join our naturalist guides and explore MOONLIGHT KAYAK ADVENTURE SURF N’ TURF TOUR a Cypress swamp. Once there, you $ 40/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 9-14). $ 10/Person. Join a park naturalist will go slough slogging through knee Residents: $ 35/Adult, $ 15/Child as you hike and wade through a deep waters and enter a Cypress (Ages 9-14). View a spectacular Hardwood Hammock and the dome habitat. This is your opportunity South Florida sunset from the seat of shallows of Biscayne Bay. Learn to truly learn about and immerse a kayak as we paddle through the about our native birds, including yourself in the Everglades and its waters of Bear Cut and explore the wading and migratory songbirds. beauty. Reservations required. forgotten and secret part of Key Reservations required. Meet at the AD Barnes Nature Center Biscayne by light of the rising full main park entrance parking lot at 3401 SW 72 Ave. moon. Reservations are required. 9610 Old Cutler Road. (305) 365-3018 Crandon Park Visitors and Biscayne (305) 662-4124 Nature Center.  JAN 8 - FEB 12, 6 PM – 6767 Crandon Blvd  JAN 12 & 26, 7 PM – 9:30 PM 7:30 PM (TUE) JAN 9 - FEB Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance (& FEB 9 & 23) 13, 10 AM - 11:30 AM (WED) (305) 365-3018 ECOADVENTURES: YOGA CAMPFIRE AND NIGHT WALKS $ 60/Session. Learn how to relax,  JAN 11 & 25, 7:30 PM – 9 PM $ 5/Person. Join park naturalists to meditate and relieve stress. ECOADVENTURES: learn about scary nighttime critters Deering Estate ARCH CREEK’S CAMPFIRE and then search for them on the 16701 SW 72 Ave. $ 5/Person. Enjoy an old-fashioned nature trail after dark. Afterwards, (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 family campfire, complete with enjoy a campfire with marshmallow roasting marshmallows! roast and star viewing with Southern  JAN 10 – FEB 7 (THUR) Reservations are required. Cross Astronomical Society. FEB 20 – MAR 27 (THUR) Arch Creek Museum Reservations are required. PILATES 1855 NE 135th St. Bill Sadowski Park $ 60/Session. Focus on improving (305) 944-6111 17555 SW 79 Ave. flexibility and strength with movements (305) 255-4767 that engage your body and mind.  JAN 12, 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM Deering Estate (& FEB 9)  JAN 12 & 13, 8 AM – 12 PM 16701 SW 72 Ave. BIRD WALK FLORIDA PASO FINO (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Free with admission: $ 7/Adult, HORSE SHOW $ 5/Child. Join one of the naturalist FREE to spectators guides in search of some of the Tropical Park Equestrian Center Deering Estate’s estimated 170 7900 SW 40th St. perennial and migratory bird species. (786) 797-5784 Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72nd Ave. (305) 235-1668

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 JAN 12, 9 AM – 12 PM  JAN 13, 8 AM – 11 AM  JAN 17, 8 PM SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: (& FEB 10) ONE NIGHT STAND “MANGROVE WETLANDS” ECOADVENTURES: Tickets: $ 5. Every 3rd Thursday $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER - poets and musicians gather at JCA for camp registration fee. This is a CHICKEN KEY CANOE TOUR an open mic night. All are welcome. hands-on, site specific program that $ 25/Adult, $ 15/Child (ages 9-14). Joseph Caleb Auditorium focuses on nature, archeology, arts Canoeists will experience the beauty 5400 NW 22nd Ave. and science for children ages 6-10. of Biscayne Bay as they make their (305) 636-2350 Deering Estate at Cutler way to Chicken Key Island, a seven- 16701 SW 72 Ave. acre bird rookery.  JAN 18, 7:30 PM – 9 PM (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Deering Estate at Cutler (& FEB 15) 16701 SW 72 Ave. ECOADVENTURES:  JAN 12 – FEB 25 (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 GREYNOLDS’ OWL PROWL SOLO EXHIBITION $ 5/Person. Meet at Greynolds Park FREE.  JAN 13, 20 & 27, 9 AM Boathouse and learn about the Roxcy O’Neal Bolton Women’s ECOADVENTURES: GREYNOLDS fascinating life of owls and the History Gallery at Women’s Park PARK GUIDED NATURE WALKS importance of the park’s natural areas 10251 W. Flagler St. $ 3/Person. Meet at the Greynolds as a habitat for several species of (305) 480-1717 Park Boathouse and explore the owls. Bring your observation skills - park trails through different presentation includes a nature walk  JAN 12 & 13, 10 AM – 5 PM ecosystems and learn about plants through the park to listen for owls! REDLAND FESTIVAL and animals that inhabit the area. Reservations are required. Admission: $ 6 (children under 12 Reservations are required. 17530 W. Dixie Hwy. admitted free). A tradition at the Park 17530 West Dixie Hwy. (305) 948-2891 since 1976, this annual festival features (305) 948-2891 local arts and crafts, a large selection  JAN 19, 8 AM – 9 PM of tropical plants, great food, children’s  JAN 16 & 30, 7:30 PM – 9 PM WHAF HORSE SHOW activities include a petting zoo, pony ECOADVENTURES: FREE to spectators. rides, an interactive puppet and magic ARCH CREEK’S GHOST TOURS Tropical Park Equestrian Center show, and a wild and wonderful $ 3/Person. Join our naturalists for an 7900 SW 40th St. Everglades reptile show. introduction to the history of Arch (786) 312-4872 Fruit and Spice Park Creek Park that has contributed to its 24801 SW 187th Ave. mystery and unexplained paranormal  JAN 19, 9 AM – 12 PM (305) 247-5727 or activities. Reservations are required. SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: www.fruitandspicepark.org Arch Creek Museum “REPTILE ADVENTURE” 1855 NE 135th St. $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual (305) 944-6111 camp registration fee. This is a hands-on, site specific program that focuses on nature, archeology, arts and science for children, ages 6-10. Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Ave. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233

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 JAN 19, 10 AM – 11 AM  JAN 19, 8 PM  JAN 20, 9 AM – 3 PM (& FEB 2 & 16) ORCHESTRA MIAMI TANTI (& FEB 10) ECOADVENTURES: GUIDED AUGURI, CASA RICORDI ECOADVENTURES: NEW! FAMILY TRAIL WALKS Tickets: $ 18 - $ 58. An all-star CHEKIKA HERP TOUR $ 5/Person. Discover all about South opera gala to celebrate the $ 25/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 7-14). Florida flora and fauna through a bicenntenial of one of the world’s Join the naturalist guides of AD nature walk and short presentation. greatest music publishing houses Barnes Park on this exciting hike Themes will vary. Reservations featuring Metropolitan opera stars through a Sawgrass Prairie. Learn are required. and conducted by Music Director about our Everglades animals and Bill Sadowski Park Elaine Rinaldi. plants. Reservations required. 17555 SW 79th Ave. Miami-Dade County Auditorium AD Barnes Nature Center (305) 255-4767 2901 W. Flagler St. 3401 SW 72 Ave. (305) 547-5414 or (305) 365-3018  JAN 19, 10 AM – 12 PM www.ticketmaster.com (& FEB 16)  JAN 20, 2 PM – 4 PM BUTTERFLY WALK  JAN 19, 8 PM (& FEB 17) (PLEASE ARRIVE Free with admission: $ 7/Adults, BUTTERFLY’S TRIBUTE TO AT 1:30 PM) $ 5/Child. Explore various habitats of AALIYAH AND JANET: A NIGHT ECO ADVENTURES: DEERING the Estate while finding and identifying OF DANCING FROM THE HEART ESTATE AT CUTLER SUNSET numerous butterfly species. AND SOUL CRUISE ON THE PELICAN Deering Estate at Cutler Tickets: $ 26 in advance; ISLAND SKIPPER 16701 SW 72nd Ave. $ 31 day of show. $ 35/Person. Take a relaxing trip on (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Joseph Caleb Auditorium the Pelican Island Skipper Pontoon 5400 NW 22nd Ave. Boat and discover South Florida’s  JAN 19, 1 PM – 3 PM (305) 636-2350 nature and history. Space is limited. (& FEB 16) Deering Estate at Cutler ECOADVENTURES:  JAN 20, 7:30 AM – 9 AM 16701 SW 72 Ave. ARCH CREEK’S FAMILY FUN DAYS (& FEB 17) (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 $ 5/Person. Fun for the whole family! ECOADVENTURES: ARCH CREEK’S Participate in a variety of nature and BREAKFAST WITH THE BIRDS  JAN 21, 7 PM – 11 PM historic-based activities. Reservations $ 5/Person. Get a fresh start on your (& FEB 20) are required. Sunday morning with a dose of nature! ECO ADVENTURES: Arch Creek Museum This naturalist-led walk gives you and DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER - 1855 NE 135th St. your family an opportunity to learn the MOONLIGHT CANOE TOUR (305) 944-6111 basics of bird watching. Refreshments $ 35/Person (ages 18 and older). will be provided at the start of the Canoeists will enjoy the moonlit beauty  JAN 19, 7 – 11 PM program. Reservations are required. of Biscayne Bay as they make their 4TH ANNUAL FINE WINES AT Arch Creek Museum way to Chicken Key. FAIRCHILD GARDEN HOUSE 1855 NE 135th St. 16701 SW 72nd Ave. Come join the Palms in their annual (305) 944-6111 (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 signature fundraiser where guests can taste over 100 wines from around  JAN 24 - 27, 7 AM – 5 PM the world. Proceeds benefit The MIAMI DOG OBEDIENCE SHOW Fairchild Challenge, an educational FREE to spectators. outreach program for middle and high Tropical Park Equestrian Center school students. 7900 SW 40th St. Fairchild Tropical Gardens (305) 987-0306 10901 Old Cutler Rd. (305) 667-1651 or www.fairchildgarden.org

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 JAN 26, 9 AM – 12 PM  JAN 27, 8 AM – 11 AM  FEB 2, 9, & 16, 10 AM – 1 PM SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: (& FEB 24) ECOADVENTURES: “BUTTERFLIES EXPEDITION” ECO ADVENTURES: GREYNOLDS’ HISTORIC $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER - OLETA RIVER CANOE TRIP camp registration fee. This is a CHICKEN KEY CANOE TOUR $ 25/Adult; $ 15/Child (Ages 7-14). hands-on, site specific program that $ 25/Adult, $ 15/Child (ages 9-14). The beauty of the Oleta River has focuses on nature, archeology, arts Canoeists will experience the beauty drawn man to its shore for centuries. and science for children ages 6-10. of Biscayne Bay as they make their Relive the river's historic past with park Deering Estate at Cutler way to Chicken Key Island, a seven- naturalist guides as you explore this 16701 SW 72 Ave. acre bird rookery. natural haven for wading birds, osprey, (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 16701 SW 72 Ave. fish and the endangered West Indian (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Manatee. Reservations are required.  JAN 26, 10 AM – 12 NOON Greynolds Park Boathouse (& FEB 23) (MEET AT THE  FEB TBD, 7:30 PM 17530 W. Dixie Hwy. VISITOR’S CENTER AT SEX AND THE ANIMALS- (305) 365-3018 9:45 AM) HOSTED BY RON MAGILL ECO ADVENTURES: DEERING (TENTATIVE)  FEB 2, 3 – 6 PM ESTATE AT CUTLER - BIKE TOUR Prices: $ 30/Person or $ 50/Couple. NEIGHBORHOOD PARK $ 15; $ 10 ride your own bike. Back by popular demand! Miami CONCERT SERIES Ride along the trails and explore the Metrozoo's Goodwill Ambassador Ron FREE. This free concert is part of a scenic landscapes while learning Magill will once again present his series of concerts that include live about the Estate’s historic past. critically acclaimed "Sex and the music, entertainment and activities 16701 SW 72 Ave. Animals" presentation at the Miami for children. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Metrozoo's Amphitheater. This North Glade Park informative, yet highly amusing slide 17355 NW 52nd Ave.  JAN 26, 8 PM show incorporates a multitude of (305) 693-6236 LOS ANGELES IN CONCERT images of graphic sexual nature, Tickets: $ 45 - $ 65. Famous 70s rock describing the unique, fascinating and  FEB 8 & 22, 7:30 PM – 9 PM and roll band from . often entertaining mating behavior of a ECOADVENTURES: Miami-Dade County Auditorium wide range of wildlife. This subject ARCH CREEK’S CAMPFIRE 2901 W. Flagler St. matter, for adults only, is presented in $ 5/Person. Enjoy an old-fashioned (305) 547-5414 or a fun, light-hearted manner with sound family campfire, complete www.ticketmaster.com affects as only Ron can exemplify. Call with roasting marshmallows! the Zoological Society of Florida at Reservations are required. (305) 255-5551 for reservations with a  JAN 26 & 27 Arch Creek Museum credit card (limited to 450 guests), as 2ND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL 1855 NE 135th St. this event will sell out! CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL (305) 944-6111 Admission: $ 20/Adults, $ 10/Child ages 6 – 17. Learn how to make  FEB 2, 9 AM – 12 PM  FEB 8 chocolate, sample savory chocolate SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: SOBAY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: delights, listen to lectures on the rich “PLANET EARTH AND OUR SUN” SCREEN ON THE GREEN history of chocolate, visit the chocolate $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual camp A film presentation on the lawn of the spa and explore the rainforest to learn registration fee. This is a hands-on, Deering Estate at Cutler. Guests are how chocolate grows. site specific program that focuses on invited to bring along blankets and Fairchild Tropical Garden nature, archeology, arts and science lawn chairs and enjoy the evening 10901 Old Cutler Rd. for children ages 6-10. atmosphere and bay breezes. (305) 677-1651 ext. 3344 Deering Estate at Cutler Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Ave. 16701 SW 72 Ave. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 (305) 235-1668 ext. 233.

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 FEB 9  FEB 10, 17 & 24, 9 AM  FEB 13 & 27, 7:30 PM – 9 PM 2008 US OLYMPIC TEAM TRIALS ECOADVENTURES: GREYNOLDS ECOADVENTURES: 50KM RACE WALK PARK GUIDED NATURE WALKS ARCH CREEK’S GHOST TOURS Crandon Park $ 3/Person. Meet at the Greynolds $ 3/Person. Join our naturalists for an 4000 Crandon Blvd Park Boathouse and explore the park introduction to the history of Arch trails through different ecosystems Creek Park that has contributed to its  FEB 9, 9 AM – 12 PM and learn about plants and animals mystery and unexplained paranormal SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: that inhabit the area. Reservations activities. Reservations are required. “MOONS AND STARS” are required. Arch Creek Museum $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual 17530 West Dixie Hwy. 1855 NE 135th St. camp registration fee. This is a (305) 948-2891 (305) 944-6111 hands-on, site specific program that focuses on nature, archeology, arts  FEB 10  FEB 14, 7 PM and science for children, ages 6-10. SOBAY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: (GATES OPEN AT 5:30 PM) Deering Estate at Cutler FLORIDA CLASSICAL ORCHESTRA VALENTINE’S DAY – A ROMANCE 16701 SW 72 Ave. Spend this Sunday afternoon with the OF JAZZ AND MODERN ART (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Florida Classical Orchestra as they Outside on the Garden House Lawn present, "Celebration of the Arts," $ 45/Member, $ 60/Non-member,  FEB 9, 10 AM – 1 PM chamber music for clarinet, viola $ 15/Child (6 - 17). VIP reserved KID’S HERB PIZZA GARDEN and piano featuring works by Living seating at candlelit table $125. Group $ 10. Instructor: Karen Esty. Kids will Composer, McLean (Florida) and music discounts available for 20 or more. have a blast making the best pizza in from France, Spain and Germany. Bring a blanket or small lawn chair, the world from your very own herb Deering Estate at Cutler a picnic basket and your special garden. Learn to plant and care for 16701 SW 72 Ave. someone at Fairchild’s annual the various herbs that are used in (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Valentine’s Day Concert. This year, cooking. Kids will go straight from the it’s even more romantic as you listen garden to the kitchen to create their  FEB 12 to jazz favorites and relax among very own masterpieces. Delizioso! SOBAY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: Fairchild’s stunning landscapes and Fruit and Spice Park AN EVENING OF POETRY the sculpture of Roy Lichtenstein. 24801 SW 187th Ave. South Florida Writer’s Association Fairchild Tropical Garden (305) 247-5727 or presents an evening of poetry and 10901 Old Cutler Rd. www.fruitandspicepark.org music. Notable poets such as (305) 667-1651, ext. 3358 Jonathan Rose, Amy Baez, Shamele  FEB 9 Jenkins and Howard Camner will  FEB 14, 8 PM SOBAY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS: delight you with their words. The (GATES OPEN AT 7 PM) SEMINART WITH LEGAL ART public is also encouraged to bring MOONLIGHT AND MUSIC LegalArt, a not-for-profit organization their original writings to share. There The Moonlight and Music Concert offer dedicated to providing artists with will also be book signings and a raffle couples the opportunity to celebrate affordable legal services, unique events for fabulous prizes. love at a romantic outdoor concert and educational opportunities, presents Deering Estate at Cutler under the stars. Guests are welcome a half day series of lectures and 16701 SW 72 Ave. to bring blankets and picnic baskets. workshops for the collector, aficionado, (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 Deering Estate at Cutler or interested citizen on a variety of 16701 SW 72nd Ave. topics. Lunch will also be provided on (305) 235-1668, ext 233 or the Estate for the attendees. www.deeringestate.org Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72 Ave. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233

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 FEB 16, 9 AM – 12 PM  FEB 21, 8 PM Ongoing Activities SATURDAY KID’S CAMP: ONE NIGHT STAND “ARCHEOLOGIST FOR A MORNING” Tickets: $ 5. Every 3rd Thursday  DAILY, 9 AM – 4 PM $ 30/Child; $ 10 one-time annual poets and musicians gather at JCA for (YEAR-ROUND) camp registration fee. This is a an open mic night. All are welcome. ECOADVENTURES: hands-on, site specific program that Joseph Caleb Auditorium CRANDON PARK VISITORS AND focuses on nature, archeology, arts 5400 NW 22nd Ave. BISCAYNE NATURE CENTER and science for children ages 6-10. (305) 636-2350 $ 5/Vehicle, $ 10/Bus. The Crandon Deering Estate at Cutler Park Visitors and Biscayne Nature 16701 SW 72 Ave.  FEB 23, 8 AM Center is your gateway to the Bear Cut (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 (ALL DAY TRIP) Preserve, a 264-acre natural barrier SAFARI island habitat located on the northern  FEB 16, 9 AM – 2 PM Fee: $ 40. Enjoy a scenic tour tip of Key Biscayne. Guided tours and ECOADVENTURES: through the botanical, private and educational programs are offered year EVERGLADES SWAMP TROMP historical, gardens of the Florida round for all ages - from low tide $ 45/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 7-14). Keys. Highlight of the tour includes a marine beach and wading tours, to Join our naturalist guides and explore visit to see the unique Florida Keys bird watching, canoeing, kayaking, a Cypress Swamp. Go slough Deer in their native habitat. snorkeling and bicycling. Visit the slogging through knee deep waters Fruit and Spice Park center’s exhibit room and aquariums and enter a Cypress dome habitat. 24801 SW 187th Ave. with different recreated underwater This is your opportunity to truly learn (305) 247-5727 or habitats. Self-guided nature trails are about the Everglades and its beauty. www.fruitandspicepark.org available. Trail Guides are available in Reservations required. the Nature Center. AD Barnes Nature Center  FEB 24, 11 AM – 4 PM 6767 Crandon Blvd. 3401 SW 72 Ave. 3RD ANNUAL Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance (305) 365-3018 CLASSICS AT THE BAY (305) 361-6767 Admission: $ 5/Car. Enjoy a fun day  FEB 17, 2 – 4 PM (PLEASE for the entire family featuring live  DAILY, 9:30 AM – 12 PM ARRIVE AT 1:30 PM) music, classic cars, food, activities for ECOADVENTURES: CRANDON SUNSET CRUISE children, motorcycle rally and arts and PARK’S KAYAK ADVENTURE Cost: $ 35. Take a relaxing trip on the crafts by local artists. $ 40/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 9-14). Pelican Island Skipper Pontoon Boat Homestead Bayfront Park/ Residents: $ 35/Person, $ 15/Child and discover South Florida’s nature Herbert Hoover Marina (Ages 9-14) Includes snorkeling and history. The boat will depart 9698 SW 328th St. gear rental. Kayak along the beautiful from the Deering Estate and (305) 230-3033 shallow waters of Key Biscayne and explore Biscayne Bay. explore the protected areas of Bear Deering Estate at Cutler  FEB 26 - APR 1, 6 PM - Cut Preserve where land meets the 16701 SW 72nd Ave. 7:30 PM (TUE) FEB 27 - sea. This trip is a great introduction to (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 or APR 2, 10 AM - 11:30 AM kayaking and we are certain it will be www.deeringestate.org (WED) the highlight of your visit to Crandon YOGA Park. Reservations are required. $ 60/Session. Learn how to relax, 6767 Crandon Blvd. meditate and relieve stress. Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance Deering Estate (305) 365-3018 16701 SW 72 Ave. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233

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 DAILY, 10:30 AM & 3 PM  DAILY, 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM  10 AM – 5 PM DEERING HISTORIC TOURS BIRD FEEDINGS TOADSTOOL! Free with admission: $ 7/Adult; Follow the bird keepers for fun and ToadStool features close encounters $ 5/Child. This tour highlights the information while they go throughout with small animals that live in history surrounding the Deering the aviary feeding the birds. naturalistic habitats. ToadStool is a Estate at Cutler and the story of American Bankers Family Aviary place for fun, observation, learning, Charles Deering. Guests will visit the Wings of Asia Miami MetroZoo and is sure to delight the entire family. 1st and 2nd Floors of the Stone 12400 SW 152 St. You can observe poison dart frogs in House and Richmond Cottage, as (305) 251-0400 or ferocious battles, watch blind cave well as the basement/wine cellar of www.miamimetrozoo.com fish as they swim without bumping the Stone House. into each other, see Emperor Deering Estate at Cutler  DAILY, 9:30 AM – 5 PM scorpions and meet a large Burmese 16701 SW 72nd Ave. INDOOR ACTIVITIES python! You can ask questions and (305) 235-1668 Observe ducks swimming on top of share your experiences with animals and under the water with fish and with your ToadStool guide. Come visit  DAILY, 12:30 PM turtles through the viewing glass of the us; we are certain you will enjoy it! NATURAL AREAS TOURS indoor, air-conditioned Observation Commercebank Children’s Zoo Free with admission: $ 7/Adult; Center. Step out behind two waterfalls Miami MetroZoo $ 5/Child. Join a Naturalist Guide as to see the aviary from a duck’s 12400 SW 152 St. they walk in the footsteps of Florida’s eye view, and learn how you can (305) 251-0400 or first peoples. Hike through a lush participate in local conservation efforts. www.miamimetrozoo.com forest of tropical hardwood trees and Potamkin Conservation Center clinging vines down the Native Miami MetroZoo  OPEN DAILY FROM American footpath that, near the end 12400 SW 152 St. 11 AM TO 4 PM of the nineteenth century, would (305) 251-0400 or THE SAMBURU GIRAFFE become the first Cutler Road/Ingram www.miamimetrozoo.com FEEDING STATION Highway. Deering Estate at Cutler $ 2. You will get to feed our giraffes 16701 SW 72nd Ave.  DAILY, 9:30 AM – 5 PM delicious veggie treats like romaine or (305) 235-1668 DINOSAUR ENCOUNTERS iceberg lettuce, kale or collard greens. View a film showing the link between Visitors have the opportunity to walk  DAILY, 10 AM – 5 PM dinosaurs and birds at the Field up a custom built ramp that leads to FREE FLIGHT AVIARY Research Center, then search for the an elevated platform overlooking the Encounter rare and exotic Asian birds skeleton of a 40-foot-long carnivorous giraffe exhibit. For the first time at close-up and in free flight. Watch dinosaur in a mock fossil excavation Miami Metrozoo, visitors can view a them build their nests and care for dig pit. giraffe's 14-inch long tongue as it their young. Miami MetroZoo extends out to gently take food out of American Bankers Family Aviary 12400 SW 152 St. their hands while getting a close look Wings of Asia Miami MetroZoo (305) 251-0400 or at what many consider the most 12400 SW 152 St. www.miamimetrozoo.com beautiful eyelashes in nature! (305) 251-0400 or Miami MetroZoo www.miamimetrozoo.com 12400 SW 152 St. (305) 251-0400 or www.miamimetrozoo.com

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PINE ROCKLAND GUIDED TOUR  SAT, 10 AM – 11 AM  EVERY SUN, 9:30 AM – 1 PM Walk through this fire-dependent ECOADVENTURES: ECOADVENTURES: habitat that the gopher tortoise, great ARCH CREEK TRAIL TOURS CRANDON PARK’S BAYSIDE horned owl and the Florida panther $ 3/Person. Join a naturalist guided CANOE ADVENTURE call home. Learn about the county’s tour through a Tropical Hardwood $ 40/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 7-14). largest remnant of the rare native Hammock where you will find an Residents: $ 25/Person, $ 15/Child pinelands that exists nowhere else on assortment of interesting plants (Ages 7-14). This naturalist-led canoe earth. Walking tours are scheduled native to South Florida. Reservations trip explores the forgotten and secret through the Education Department are required. part of Key Biscayne. Explore this at (305) 255-5551. Arch Creek Museum peaceful water wilderness where Miami MetroZoo 1855 NE 135th St. great blue herons, spotted eagle rays, 12400 SW 152 St. (305) 944-6111 upside down jellyfish, and green (305) 251-0400 or iguanas live among the mangrove www.miamimetrozoo.com  SAT & SUN, 9 AM, 12 PM fringes. Reservations are required. & 2 PM Crandon Park Visitors and Biscayne Nature Center  EVERYDAY AT 1:30 PM ECOADVENTURES: BEAR CUT 6767 Crandon Blvd. WITH AN EXTRA SHOW PRESERVE NATURE WALKS Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance AT 2:30 PM ON WEEKENDS $ 3/Person. Enjoy a leisurely walk (305) 365-3018 & HOLIDAYS along one of the many trails of Bear DIEGO’S DISCOVERY DEN Cut Preserve. Learn about butterflies, At the Commercebank Children’s Zoo, birds and the many plant and animal  EVERY SUN, 1 PM – 4 PM see Diego in his Discovery Den! species that inhabit the coastal ECOADVENTURES: CRANDON The star of Nick Jr.’s Go, Diego, Go!, environments of South Florida. Bring PARK’S KEY BISCAYNE one of the top pre-school shows on your binoculars along and your water BIKE ADVENTURE commercial television, has started his shoes in tow! $ 25/Adult, $ 15/Child (Ages 9-14). featured performances. You can catch Crandon Park Visitors and $ 20 (Ride your own bike). him. Diego’s 20-minute shows feature Biscayne Nature Center Come and explore beautiful Key a vibrant host, various animals with 6767 Crandon Blvd. Biscayne as you bike along the handlers and of course, a lively and Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance streets and scenic paths of this life-sized costumed character Diego! (305) 361-6767 Ext 112 historic barrier island. Tour Crandon www.miamimetrozoo.com Park’s Bear Cut Preserve as well as  SAT, SUN & HOLIDAYS, the Crandon Gardens – the site of the original Miami Zoo. We’ll also explore  EVERY FRI & SAT DURING 10 AM – 4 PM the nature trails of Bill Baggs State THE SCHOOL YEAR, ECOADVENTURES: Park and enjoy breathtaking views of 6 PM – 9 AM KAYAK RENTALS ZOO INN Fully equipped “sit on top” ocean the Cape Florida Lighthouse built in Bring your youth group, scout troop, kayak rentals and snorkeling 1825 – the oldest building in South biology class or adult group to spend equipment available. Florida. Reservations are required. the night! In this sleepover program Single or 2 Person Kayak: Crandon Park Visitors and you will have a behind-the-scenes $ 15/Hour or $ 30/3 Hours Biscayne Nature Center walking tour of the Zoo after dark and Snorkeling Gear Rental: $ 7 Daily 6767 Crandon Blvd a special morning activity. Zoo Inns 6767 Crandon Blvd. Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance include a pizza dinner, continental Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance (305) 365-3018 breakfast and souvenir. Minimum or Kayak Aquatic Concession located group size: 15, maximum group size: on the beach southeast of the 30. Pre-registration is required. Crandon Park Visitors and Miami MetroZoo Biscayne Nature Center. 12400 SW 152 St. (305) 361-6767 Ext. 112 (305) 251-0400 or or (305) 365-3067 www.miamimetrozoo.com

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 AVAILABLE  1ST WED OF THE MONTH  MAR 5, 6:30 PM – 9 PM UPON REQUEST AT 7:30 PM IN THE COMPANY OF WOMEN ECOADVENTURES: CRANDON REDLAND EVENING HERB SOCIETY $ 50/Person. 20 years of honoring PARK HERITAGE TRAM TOURS Enjoy learning about herbs and the work and accomplishments of $ 2/Adult, $ 1/Child, minimum their uses. the women of Miami-Dade County. 10 people. Reservation required. Fruit and Spice Park Vizcaya Museum and Gardens Enjoy a tram ride through the Bear 24801 SW 187 Ave. 3251 South Miami Ave. Cut Preserve. Learn about the island (305) 247-5727 or (305) 480-1717 of Key Biscayne and its fascinating www.fruitandspicepark.org history. From the Indians to  MAR 7, 7 PM the pirates and pioneers, it’s been an Upcoming Events FEAST WITH THE BEASTS amazing journey. Tram rides also Stroll the Zoo grounds while enjoying available upon request for birthday  MAR 1 & 2, 10 AM – 6 PM tastes from more than 35 of Miami’s parties, corporate events and other 19TH ANNUAL ASIAN finest restaurants, full open bars, special events. CULTURE FESTIVAL animal encounters and live 6767 Crandon Blvd. Admission: $ 7 (children under 12 entertainment. $175 for Feaster Parking Lot #1, North Beach Entrance admitted free). In it’s 19th year, this tickets, $500 for Beastkeeper tickets. (305) 361-6767 Ext 112 annual festival features Asian crafts, For more information contact arts, music and dance, highlighted by a Joseph Castro at (305) 255-5551 x117  LAST WED OF EACH tasty selection of Far Eastern cuisine. or [email protected] MONTH AT 7:30 PM Children can participate in the Asian www.miamimetrozoo.com TROPICAL FRUIT & VEGETABLE passport activity and receive a special SOCIETY OF THE REDLAND gift upon completion. Sponsors for this  MAR 15, 10 AM – 2 PM Free tasting table, plant exchange event include the Thai-American BAMBOO DAY and horticultural library and monthly Association and Fruit and Spice Park. Instructor: Daniel Holmes guest speaker lecturing on tropical Fruit and Spice Park $ 45. Learn to grow and cultivate fruits & vegetables. 24801 SW 187th Ave. different varieties of Bamboo and their Fruit and Spice Park (305) 247-5727 or uses. Includes a tour of the Park’s 70 24801 SW 187 Ave. www.fruitandspicepark.org varieties of bamboo, which is the (305) 247-5727 or largest public collection of tropical www.fruitandspicepark.org  MAR 1, 6 PM – 8:30 AM bamboo in the United States. METROZOO’S BIG Demonstrations by Bamboo craftsman,  2ND THURS OF CAT-NAP CAMPOUT Bamboo handicraft exhibit, plants, THE MONTH AT 7 PM Come be a part of the 4th annual Big products, and books will be available. SOUTH DADE GARDEN CLUB CatNap Campout! Pack your camping Rice cooked in bamboo will be served. In existence for 70 years, 55 years gear and head on over to experience Fruit and Spice Park at the Park, the South Dade Garden a night of wilderness, complete with 24801 SW 187th Ave. Club is an opportunity to learn sound effects (provided by Zoo (305) 247-5727 or about gardening, and make animals)! Pre-registration is required www.fruitandspicepark.org new friends. by March 10 and space is limited, Fruit and Spice Park so register early. Children must be 24801 SW 187 Ave. at least 6 years old and in the first (305) 247-5727 or grade to participate. www.fruitandspicepark.org For more information call the Education Department at (305) 255-5551 ext. 125 www.miamimetrozoo.com

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 MAR 22 & 23, 11 AM – 4 PM  MAY 3, 10 AM – 5 PM  MAY 18, 11 AM – 6 PM THE GREAT MIAMI METROZOO HEALTH AND WELLNESS DAY GREYNOLDS PARK LOVE-IN EGG SAFARI $ 6. Learn new methods to improve $ 6/Car. Take a journey back to the It’s a magical day at Miami Metrozoo your health and well being. Services 1960s with folk music, beat poetry, with continuous egg safaris for kids include aromatherapy, Reiki, chair and classic cars. 12 and under at the Picnic and massage, and meditation. Come and Greynolds Park Special Events fields. Other activities participate in the Tai Chi classes, yoga, 17530 W. Dixie Hwy. include: face painting, arts & crafts, a and health food demonstrations. (305) 945-3425 bounce house, rock climbing, water Fruit and Spice Park www.greynoldslovein.org tag, Radio Disney AM 990, the Easter 24801 SW 187th Ave. Bunny and more! Starlight Star bright (305) 247-5727 or  JUN 7 Foundation kids will also have a www.fruitandspicepark.org 5TH ANNUAL BLUE WATER special egg hunt just for them at FISHING CLASSIC 10 am on Saturday, April 7 (Tentative).  MAY 11 All six Miami-Dade Parks Marinas. www.miamimetrozoo.com MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH A fishing tournament for amateur, Guests can taste appetizing dishes professional and junior fishermen,  MAR 30 and desserts, tour the grounds and this annual event attracts anglers SEAFOOD FESTIVAL take in the lush natural beauty and from throughout Miami-Dade County (PRESENTED BY THE DEERING grandeur of the Estate. and offers cash awards and prizes ESTATE FOUNDATION) Deering Estate at Cutler for largest fish within the species Deering Estate at Cutler 16701 SW 72nd Ave. of dolphin, wahoo, black-fin tuna 16701 SW 72nd Ave. (305) 235-1668 ext. 233 or and kingfish. (305) 235-1668 ext 233 or www.deeringestate.org (305) 755-7939 www.deeringestate.org  MAY 15 – 18, 10 AM – 5 PM  JUN 21 & 22, 10 AM – 5 PM  APR 5, 12, & 19, 10 AM – 2 PM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL REDLAND SUMMER ESSENTIALS OF AGRICULTURE & CATTLE SHOW FRUIT FESTIVAL BACKYARD HORTICULTURAL Join us as we bring together $6 (children under 12 admitted free). Instructor: Chris Rollins cattle breeders and agricultural This annual event showcases local Fee: $ 25/Session. Part 1: climate soil professionals from North America, agriculture and tropical fruits. Vendor & irrigation; Part 2: Pruning, fertilizing, South America and throughout the booths featuring local wines, yummy and mulching; Part 3: disease, weed world in this first annual event. foods, and rare fruit samplings will control, insects and chemicals. Tropical Park Equestrian Center be available. Fruit and Spice Park 7900 SW 40th St. Fruit and Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Ave. (305) 755-7800 24801 SW 187th Ave. (305) 247-5727 or www.miamicattleshow.com (305) 247-5727 or www.fruitandspicepark.org www.fruitandspicepark.org  MAY 16, 17 & 18, 9 AM – 5 PM  APR 19 & 20, 10 AM – 5 PM REDLAND INTERNATIONAL HELICONIA PALM ORCHID SHOW AND FLOWER SHOW $ 6. The largest annual orchid show in $ 6 (children under 12 admitted free). the U.S. featuring exhibits and orchid Large exhibit of Heliconia blossoms vendors. An American Orchid Society on display and a multitude of plants judged event showcasing various types for sale including Heliconia, palm of orchids, plants, and supplies for sale, trees, shrubs and orchids. lectures by experts, raffles and food. Fruit and Spice Park Fruit and Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Ave. 24801 SW 187th Ave. (305) 247-5727 or (305) 247-5727 or www.fruitandspicepark.org www.fruitandspicepark.org

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