Perspectives in the Parks

Next date: Sunday, July 05, 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

This monthly program features experts in their field sharing information on a variety of topics including science, nature, history and art.

Perspectives in the Park is typically offered on the first Sunday of each month and is free and open to the public. Join us at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center.    

Sunday, June 14

Florida’s Story, as Told by Water

1 - 2 p.m.

Bonus session repeating May's talk due to demand.

The story of Florida is a story of water. From its undersea formation to "Springs Heartland" of the world, every chapter of Florida's story—its formation and geology, plants, animals and the array of human cultures that have lived here—has been written by water.

Presentation by Lars Andersen. 

 

Sunday, July 5

The Everglades and its Restoration

1 - 2 p.m.

Learn about the Everglades ecosystem in South Florida, the largest subtropical ecosystem in North America, and how scientists are assisting in its restoration. Our speaker this month is Laura D'Acunto, ecologist with U.S. Geological Survey and Wetland and Aquatic Research Center.

 

Sunday, Aug. 2

Protecting Our Local Water Resources: Engaging the Next Generation

1 - 2 p.m.

Clean, reliable water is essential to our community’s health and future. This presentation explores why our local water resources matter and how we can work together to help young people truly care about protecting them. Our speaker this month is Elise Felt, from the Alachua County Environmental Protection Department.

 

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Location

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center, 1500 NW 45th Ave., 32605, View Map