Perspectives in the Parks

Next date: Sunday, January 04, 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, Jan. 4

FrogWatch USA—Local Calls and Croaks of Alachua

1 - 2 p.m.

Learn how you can become a community scientist by identifying calls of local frogs in your own backyard.
FrogWatch USA is a nationwide community science program designed to train community members in identifying and reporting frog calls with the goal of helping scientists understand frog populations and wetland health across the country.

Presentation by Jade Woodling, Conservation Education Curator Sante Fe College Teaching Zoo. 

Sunday, Feb. 1

Disappearing Rivers

1 - 2 p.m.

The unusual geology of Florida causes rivers and streams to go underground naturally, often re-appearing. Let's explore why and view examples from our own backyard!

Presentation by Clyde Bunting. 

Sunday, March 1

What do Aquifer Protection, Florida Black Bear, Agriculture, Salt Marshes, and Aircraft Carrier Flight Operations have in Common? The North Florida Land Trust.

1 - 2 p.m.

Learn how we use land conservation to accomplish multiple goals in Florida with speaker Ramesh Buch. The North Florida Land Trust is a non-profit organization committed to protecting and preserving our region’s irreplaceable natural beauty. It has protected over 45,000 acres worth $120M since 1999.

When

Location

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