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The Friends of SavannasThe Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation whose mission is to support the preservation, maintenance, and interpretation of Savannas Preserve State Park. Many of the events and educational programs that occur at the park are supported by this organization, whether it be through the mediums of providing the funds or manpower necessary to make the event successful. Many of its members also volunteer at the park to help carry out the mission of the Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park and the Florida Park Service through their time and dedicated service. See our Code of Ethics
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Park Education Center Information Desk: Open on Weekends 12 - 4 p.m.
The Information Desk is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are welcome to come inside to ask park-related questions and pick up maps and brochures.
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Tales on the Trails, June 5 - July 31, 2021
Take a trip to tour the “Tales on the Trails” at Savannas Preserve State Park. A 5-part literacy program will take place this summer every other Saturday on June 5 and 19; July 3, 17, and 31, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Environmentally-themed storybooks will be placed along a trail for visitors to read as they stroll along. Each date of the program will feature a new book.
Upon arrival, be sure to pick up your Official Tales on the Trails Passport from the trail entrance. Earn prizes by filling in your Passport; each time you return for a new Tale on the Trail, you’ll receive a stamp to put in your passport.
Earn 3 stamps to become a “Happy Hiker” or earn all 5 stamps to become a “Trail Trekker.” Prizes can be collected at the trail entrance as well.
This program is geared toward participants in early childhood (Kindergarten – 4th grade) but anyone is welcome to join in.
Environmentally-themed storybooks will be placed along a trail for visitors to read as they stroll along. Each date of the program will feature a new book.
Upon arrival, be sure to pick up your Official Tales on the Trails Passport from the trail entrance. Earn prizes by filling in your Passport; each time you return for a new Tale on the Trail, you’ll receive a stamp to put in your passport.
Earn 3 stamps to become a “Happy Hiker” or earn all 5 stamps to become a “Trail Trekker.” Prizes can be collected at the trail entrance as well.
This program is geared toward participants in early childhood (Kindergarten – 4th grade) but anyone is welcome to join in.
Guided Hikes: Fall 2021
Traverse the park with a park naturalist as your guide! Hike up to one mile of trails while experiencing the beautiful sights and sounds of Savannas Preserve State Park.
Reservations required by visiting link to: FALL GUIDED HIKES
Guided hikes are free with park admission ($3 per car).
Hikes last approximately 2 hours from 9 am to 11 am.
Flatwoods Hikes: start at the Pavilion in the Education Center parking lot, located at 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St Lucie.
Hawk’s Bluff Hikes: start at the Hawk’s Bluff Trailhead, located at approximately 4698 NE Savannah Road, Jensen Beach.
Traverse the park with a park naturalist as your guide! Hike up to one mile of trails while experiencing the beautiful sights and sounds of Savannas Preserve State Park.
Reservations required by visiting link to: FALL GUIDED HIKES
Guided hikes are free with park admission ($3 per car).
Hikes last approximately 2 hours from 9 am to 11 am.
Flatwoods Hikes: start at the Pavilion in the Education Center parking lot, located at 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St Lucie.
Hawk’s Bluff Hikes: start at the Hawk’s Bluff Trailhead, located at approximately 4698 NE Savannah Road, Jensen Beach.
Folk Jam and Song Circle, 2nd Sunday Every Month
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Enjoy the wonder of old-fashioned porch music right here at Savannas Preserve State Park. Pull up a chair and listen or bring an instrument and join in the jam.
Folk Jams are held the second Sunday of each month from 3 pm to 4:30 pm. The song circle will take place outside under a pavilion near the Education Center. This program is free with paid park admission of $3 per vehicle (with up to 8 people). Admission can be paid via 3 different methods: 1) in person with exact cash 2) on-site using your phone, the posted QR Code and a credit card or 3) prior to arrival online by visiting https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/savannas-preserve-state-park. A porta-potty is available for use. No registration required. The Savannas Preserve State Park is located at 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St Lucie. |
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Native Plants, grown by our Volunteer Gardeners, are perfect for your gardens or habitats. Purchases are online with curbside, contact-free pickup at the Savannas Preserve's Education Center parking lot.
Become a Member of the Friends of Savannas!
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In addition to individual, family, and corporate memberships, you can give a gift membership to a friend or family member. What a great way to support the Park! After you select Individual or Family, you can choose Gift as an option. Be sure to notify the recipient to expect an email confirming their membership. |
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A Flyover Video Through The Savannas PreserveCheck out this video by one of our previous resident volunteers, Alan Nyiri! It gives you an amazing taste of what the Savannas Preserve State Park has to offer for you, your friends, and your family.
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