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The Friends of the Savannas
The 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.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Pioneer Day Festival, Saturday, January 30, 2021
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MISS LUCIE’S PIONEER DAY FESTIVAL
-A Living History Event for the Family- Take a step back in time during the 12th annual Pioneer Day Festival on Saturday, January 30, 2021, sponsored by the Friends of Savannas Preserve State Park. Visitors will experience living history as they explore how people in Florida lived circa mid-19th century. As with many of our upcoming events, this Pioneer Day is going to look a bit different than in past years, so please be sure to read all the details below! Pioneer Day will take place on January 30, 2021. The day will be split into two time slots: 10 am – 12 pm and 1 pm – 3 pm. The same activities and demonstrations will take place during both time slots. * Tickets are REQUIRED to be pre-purchased by visiting friends-of-savannas.square.site. * Cost is $2 per person. * Each ticket will be good for one person for one time slot. * There will be a maximum of 35 participants per timeslot. * Be prepared to provide the name on your reservation upon arrival, and your entire party must arrive at the same time. * Tickets are non-refundable for any reason, to include inclement weather. * Children ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. * Masks are required while in the event area; visitors are expected to maintain distances of at least six feet apart. The history of the Treasure Coast largely revolves around the Pineapple Farming Industry. By 1895, the Jensen Beach area was known as “The Pineapple Capital of the World." Captain Thomas E. Richards and his family, including his daughter Lucie Richards, were credited with planting some of the first pineapple plantations in the area. Lucie began writing a series of letters to her old friend in New Jersey that detailed her daily life as a Florida Pioneer. Miss Lucie’s letters provide us with invaluable insight into what the life of a Pioneer entailed. Join us on Pioneer Day as we explore the life of Miss Lucie. The Pioneer Day Festival will feature * several demonstration booths showcasing the processes of constructing a corn husk doll, grinding corn, grinding coffee beans, clothes washing with a washboard and lye soap, and more! * An outdoor, walk-through mini-museum will display historic artifacts and the story of the Richards’ Family Pineapple Plantation. * A self-guided hike offers visitors an opportunity to follow the “The Secret Life of a Pineapple” from a tiny slip to a mature fruit. * A self-guided program will feature the pioneer-era uses of native plants and animals. Pioneer Project Activity Bags will be jam-packed with wood spinning tops, paper dolls, tin punching supplies, button spinners, a pre-made corn husk doll, a Pioneer Passport (and more!) for families to craft and play together. Fill up the Passport to earn some goodies from “The General Store” at the event. The Activity Bags are not included with event entry; bags are available for pre-purchase at $5 each at friends-of-savannas.square.site. (Recommended for children ages 6 and up; please visit the purchasing website for additional information). The Pioneer Day Festival will take place outside the Savannas Preserve State Park Education Center located at 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St. Lucie, Florida 34952. For more information about Pioneer Day, please call the Education Center at 772-398-2779. |
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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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