Start 2026 off right by joining a guided hike through natural areas of St. Lucie County! St. Lucie has over 11,000 acres of protected land to discover. Let the Environmental Resources Department's award-winning Guided Nature Program series introduce you and your family to new or familiar local wild spaces. Join an experienced guide, get outside and enjoy the natural beauty of St. Lucie County!

• Monday, Jan 5 – National Bird Day Walk at Savannahs Park & Recreation Area (8:30am-10:30am) - Nature admirers and bird enthusiasts across the country celebrate birds today!  Our program emphasizes this day to shine a spotlight on issues critical to the protection and survival of birds in St. Lucie County through the creation of wildlife corridors, greenways, and restoration projects. Join us and find out more!

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ERD Guided Nature Program hikes are FREE, reservations are required, and space is limited. GNP season now runs from September through June. There are various topics, locations, and distances all designed for different ages and abilities. For more information, and a listing of all GNP events, visit www.SLChikes.org.