Upcoming Programs and Events

Gore Nature Education Fall Class Series

Florida’s First Settlers: The History of Our Early Inhabitants

Date: August 7th – December 11th

Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Registration Fee: $20.00 per student

Designed for students ages 7-11

Join us as we travel back in time through Florida’s history and get to know the state’s first people.

Students will learn about the early Settlers from the Paleo-Americans to the European Explorers. Each class is 1.5 hours long and designed to incorporate knowledge through games, crafts and activities.

10 Classes starting Monday, August 7 – December 11

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Adventures in Astrophysics: Exploring the Sun, Moon, and Stars

Date: Monday, August 7th – December 11th

Time: 12:30 – 2:00 PM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Registration Fee: $20.00 per student

Designed for students ages 7-11

Join us as we dive into Astrophysics! We’ll explore space while incorporating physics to explain how the universe is always changing. Each class will be focused on a different subject ranging from the sun and the moon to how stars and planets work. Students will gain knowledge of concepts, such as thermodynamics, states of matter and laws of motion.

10 Classes starting Monday, August 7 – December 11

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Second Sundays

The Gore Nature Education Center is open the Second Sunday of each month from noon to 4:00 p.m. On occasion, local experts will join us to share their nature knowledge on topics ranging from beekeeping and native plants to bears and panthers. Free and no reservations required. Here’s what’s coming up:

Second Sunday – Open Trails

Date: Sunday, September 10th

Time: 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Donations: Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon exploring the Gore Nature Education Center grounds and facilities. There will be no trail tour guides or guest speakers available on this date.

 

Conquering Environmental Invaders

Date: Sunday, October 8th

Time: 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Donations: Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Join us to learn more about the pythons, cane toads, feral hogs, and exotic invasive plants negatively impacting Southwest Florida.

  • Experts from SWFL CISMA will share information about invasive threats to the local habitat and Burmese python hunter Elliott Trotten will share his adventures.
  • Susana Sandino a naturalist with AmeriCorps under the Florida Conservation Corps, will guide trail tours to identify common invasive plants.
  • Horticulturist Eric Jadaszewski, owner of Everglades Native Designs, will offer beautiful planting options for every gardener ready to go native. Learn the steps we can take to prevent, control, manage, and eradicate Florida’s Invaders.

 

Protecting Our Precious Pollinators

Date: Sunday, November 12th

Time: 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Donations: Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

This month we welcome Naples Native Plant Society (NNPS) and Hing Family Apiary to celebrate two of our favorite pollinators — butterflies and bees.

  • The day begins with Connie Nagele leading volunteers in a bi-annual Butterfly Count. Volunteers must register for the Butterfly Count HERE. The count begins at 11 a.m. and includes pre-event training opportunities.
  • Environmental educator Julie Motkowicz from NNPS will be our guest speaker focusing on the important role insects play in supporting a healthy environment.
  • And, we’ll learn about all about bees from our friends at Hing Family Apiary, a local business specializing in humane honeybee-hive removal, pollination, and honey bee products.
  • SWFL Nursery will offer a selection of native plants for visitors interested in planting their own pollinator gardens.

 

Living Well With Wildlife

Date: Sunday, December 10th

Time: 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

Location: Gore Nature Education Center 4261 40th Ave SE, Naples, FL 34117

Donations: Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Caring for nature while keeping our families safe can be a delicate balance in Southwest Florida. Join Jayne Johnston from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to learn about common wildlife found in our local area– reptiles , mammals and even bothersome birds. She’ll review wildlife conservation principles, basic biology, and best management practices for protecting people, pets, property, and wildlife. Jayne is a Senior Wildlife Assistance Biologist with supervising human-wildlife conflict calls. In addition to her work at the FWC, she is the volunteer coordinator for the fStop Foundation.

 

Together We Can Save Florida from Irreversible Damage

Southwest Florida’s unique natural treasures need to be protected against the irreversible environmental damage caused by overdevelopment. Stand with us as we work to save natural Florida.

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Your donation makes it possible for us to purchase, protect and restore the land, educate the community, and support research. Consider our many giving opportunities.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers keep our gardens blooming, trails trimmed and programs running. If you are interested in our mission and have time to share, come join our Landkeepers team.

VISIT

Explore our “Old Florida” trails, participate in our programs and savor the sights, smells and sounds of the Gore Nature Education Center. Plan your visit today.