Best Educational Activities in Jacksonville"

"Best Educational Activities in Jacksonville"

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Tree Hill Nature Center

"Nature Reserve"

This beautiful, 50-acre (20.23 hectare) nature preserve, Tree Hill Nature Center, provides outdoor fun for families and explorers. Located in the middle of the Arlington suburb in Jacksonville, the Center is serious about educating the community on native Florida habitats and wildlife. Numerous nature trails, gardens and exhibits focus on conservation and by Marcelo Sorondo on awareness. There is even a specially designed butterfly garden full of lush Unsplash flora and colorful butterflies. Special events are held year-round at the Tree Hill Nature Center.

+1 904 724 4646 www.treehill.org/ [email protected] 7152 Lone Star Road, Jacksonville FL

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens "Exotic and Native Animals"

Visit white rhinos, crocodiles, lions and more as you survey the African exhibits among others at the Jacksonville Zoo. A boardwalk allows visitors to observe elephants and giraffes. Native Florida wildlife can also be seen, including jaguars, endangered Florida panthers and the American alligator. There is so much to see here that you should allow yourself an by RobBixbyPhotography entire day to absorb it all. Refreshments are available throughout the park.

+1 904 757 4463 www.jacksonvillezoo.org/ [email protected] 370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville FL

Fort Caroline National Memorial "Early French Colony Lives On"

In 1564 French explorers founded the first Protestant colony in the United States along what is today the St. Johns River. Fort Caroline National Memorial is a reconstructed fort commemorating its probable location. The Spanish seized the original colony, leading to the demise of its residents in 1565, so not much is known about these early pioneers. The by Jon Dawson site stretches across 130 acres overlooking the river and features a museum with French and Indian artifacts from the 16th century. Fort Caroline was established as a national memorial in 1950 and is 14 miles from Downtown Jacksonville.

+1 904 641 7155 www.nps.gov/timu/historyculture/fo 12713 Fort Caroline Road, Timucuan ca.htm Ecological and Historic Preserve, Jacksonville FL by Ebyabe Ribault Monument "Embodying History"

This monument is on the north side of the city and is located on a high bluff overlooking the St. Johns River. A wheelchair accessible terrace offers visitors a scenic view of the river and wetlands. Ribault and his crew landed on the First Coast in 1562 and erected the original stone monument to commemorate the first ever landing of Protestants on this foreign soil. Admission to the monument is free.

+1 904 641 7155 (City Park Council) www.nps.gov/timu/historyculture/fo 13196 West Fort Caroline Park Road, ca_ribaultmonument.htm Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Jacksonville FL

The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary "Big Cats in Action"

The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary is non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing home to endangered species of large cats. Beside this, Catty Shack's aim is to educate the public about the difficulties these majestic creatures face, both in their natural habitats by Clint P. George and in captivity. Once the cats are rescued, they become permanent residents at the sanctuary for the rest of their days. Public and school tours are offered, giving the public a great chance to learn more about these endangered felines, as well as a chance to feed them.

+1 904 757 3603 www.cattyshack.org/ [email protected] 1860 Starratt Road, Jacksonville FL

Kayak Amelia "Paddle Alongside Wildlife"

Kayak Amelia organizes guided tours through Amelia Island's scenic marshlands, tidal inlets and creeks. The rental service gives you the chance to observe birds, marine animals and if you're lucky, a manatee or two. Experienced guides are by your side as you paddle around in their one and two-seat kayaks for half-day or full-day tours, which is one of their by TimothyJ specialty programs. The historic Kingsley Plantation, offers you a splendid short break during your excursions.

+1 904 251 0016 www.kayakamelia.com/ [email protected] 13030 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville FL

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