As Summer comes to a close and the flies are hopefully dwindling in numbers, we are all getting excited about the shift in season here at the Nature Center. Fall brings with it cooler temperatures, the start of the new school year, and a new season of events in Coral Springs.
Here at the SNC, we are preparing for birdwatching as migratory birds begin the flight down from the North to warmer climates for the winter.
What are some animals we can see in the Fall?
“Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Swainson’s Thrush, Bay-breasted Warbler, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, Black-throated Green Warbler, and many others” will make the journey to South Florida this Fall (https://www.10000birds.com/best-time-to-bird-south-florida-fall-migration.htm).
Sea turtle nesting season will come to a close in October, meaning soon we will have little baby sea turtles making the journey from nest to open ocean on Florida beaches.
Cedar waxwings will also come down to Florida for the warmer weather in the Winter.
As temperatures slowly get to the infamous “Florida cold,” we will also see more reptiles journeying from deep sheltered waters to bask in the sun for warmth. The native American alligator, the invasive green iguana, and plenty of snakes will make themselves at home on our hot roads and sidewalks.
What does Fall look like at the nature center?
We will be as busy as ever with babies! Even though Spring has ended, there are animals that have babies year-round, meaning there are animals that need shelter and rescue year-round. We will be shifting away from baby birds and more towards baby mammals and reptiles.
Our education department will be gearing up for camps for Thanksgiving and Winter Break. This means all new curriculum, animal encounters, and more for the new season of Camp Wild!
Want to participate in the SNC’s Fall?
Contact our education department at education@sawgrassnaturecenter.org to learn about private programming, camp, and other educational activities at the SNC!