These programs are great for a variety of groups and clubs, and can be adapted for adults or children. All programs are one hour in length and can accommodate no more than 45 people. Larger groups may be split into two or more sessions.

Many of these programs involve a multi-media presentation, which requires a slide screen and a room that can be darkened. Except for Telescope Viewing, all programs are designed to be presented indoors. Special arrangements may be made for outside presentations of some programs. The majority of these programs also involve live animals. At the time of scheduling, please notify us if you do not wish for us to bring live animals.

Creatures of the Night
Experience night during the day! Learn about the adaptations of different nocturnal animals and meet live nocturnal animals in this program.

Hunters of the Sky
Here is your chance to enter the awe-inspiring world of raptors. We’ll explore the natural history of hawks, owls, vultures, and eagles, and then learn some “tricks” to identify raptors.

Fluttering Flowers
Learn the secrets of attracting butterflies to your landscape. Basic butterfly and moth biology and identification, as well as tips for butterfly gardening, will be shared.

Going, Going, Gone
Florida is home to some of the most well-known endangered species. We’ll talk about the Endangered Species Act, discuss the life histories of several endangered species, and learn how we can help in their recovery.

In Cold Blood
The cold-blooded world of amphibians and reptiles is a fascinating one indeed. Learn about the lifestyles of Florida’s native alligators, crocodiles, snakes, turtles, lizards, frogs, and salamanders in this program.

Naturally Native Snakes
Discover how snakes move, eat, and survive in a number of habitats as we explore the amazing adaptations of these important predators. This program also covers an introduction to and identification of the snakes of Florida.

Owls of Florida
How for can an owl rotate its head? Why are their eyes so big? How do they catch mice at night? What’s an owl pellet? This program will answer these questions and more and will study the most common owls seen in Florida.

Stop Bugging Me!
Enter the fascinating and complex world of insects in this program. Learn about the variety of Florida’s insects, how and where to spot insects, and why many insects are beneficial, to humans and to ecosystems.

Wild Florida
Visit several different ecosystems found in Southwest Florida and discover the variety of wildlife that call these areas home. Also, learn some of the characteristics that make mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians unique.

Astronomy for Kids
This is a great opportunity for children to learn how to use a star chart and operate a telescope. The stories of several constellations and how to find them are also incorporated into this fun program.

Introduction to Astronomy
As a general overview of beginning astronomy, this program provides information on basic astronomical concepts, tips for getting started with stargazing, telescope selection and operation advice, and tricks for finding constellations.

Telescope Viewing
Weather permitting, we’ll bring a telescope to your site and help your group view night-sky objects such as constellations, planets, and our Moon.

Program of Your Choice
If you are searching for a natural history, astronomy, or earth science topic that you don’t see listed here, give us a call and we will work with you! We ask that you contact us at least one month prior to you desired date so that we can prepare the program.

Fees for Outreach Programs
The fee rate is based upon the distance to your site. For a one hour program that is:
-within 15 miles of the Nature Center, the fee is $80.00
-Between 15 and 30 miles from the Nature Center, the fee is $100.00
-Over 30 miles from the Nature Center, the fee is $120.00
For two hours of Telescope Viewing and programming, our fee is:
-$120.00 within 30 miles of the Nature Center
-$140.00 for locations over 30 miles from the Nature Center