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!
- Friday, Jan 16 – Florida Strangler Figs: The Tree Predator! Hike at Steven J. Fousek Preserve (8:30am-10:30am) - Fig trees are native to the US, but only two species live in Florida. While visually beautiful, providers of shade, and providers of small fruits for wildlife, the adaptability and unusual growing patterns of Florida Strangler figs can sometimes render them a deadly competitor with other trees. Come learn about these interesting tree predators.
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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.
