There are many ways that you can become involved with the SNC! Click on what you would like to do in order to be taken to that section: plan a visit, donate, volunteer, become a member, bring in an animal for treatment, book a birthday party or program.
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Visit
We are located at 3000 Sportsplex Drive in Coral Springs, Florida. Our outdoor exhibits include an apiary with live bees at work, an aviary, an orchid garden, and a series of habitats that house animals that cannot be returned to the wild due to permanent injury. Visitors are welcome. Our admission fees are as follows: $5 for adults, $3 for children 5 and older. Children under the age of 5 do not pay admission. Military families receive complimentary admission.
We are open Tuesday- Friday 9 am – 5 pm and Saturday-Sunday 10 am – 3 pm
Wildlife Hospital
Our wildlife hospital is staffed by a licensed wildlife rehabber. Our goal is to treat native wildlife and release them back to the wild. If you have found an animal that you believe is in need of help please call us at 954-752-9453 to speak to the rehabber. You should NOT attempt to give food or water.
Donate
Your donation helps us fulfill our mission of wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education. Donations are tax-deductible.
Become a member
Becoming a member will help us achieve our mission of caring for sick, injured, and orphaned wildlife, and providing public education about Florida’s fragile and unique environment. Click here for more information.
Volunteer
The Sawgrass Nature Center was founded by volunteers and we are always looking for eager and helpful people who love animals and our environment. There are different ways you can sign up to volunteer with us. Regardless of which path you choose, you must begin by completing a volunteer application. If you are interested in volunteering with us short-term the Green Team is the program for you. You do not need to attend orientation in order to join the Green Team. You can sign up for the Green Team through HandsOn Broward. The Green Team meets on Saturdays at 10:30 am and is open to families. Yes, you can bring your little ones to volunteer with you, all we ask is that they are supervised by you at all times! If you are under 16 you must have adult supervision.
The Green Team is also available Tuesday – Friday. If you would like to volunteer during the week please contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
If you are interested in helping out in the hospital you must be 18 or older and able to commit to volunteering once a week for a minimum of 3-months. To get started, and learn about all available opportunities please complete the Adult Volunteer Application.
Junior Volunteers that are 15 and older can sign up to volunteer with a minimum commitment of 3-months. Juniors are assigned a weekly shift in various positions including docent and admin assistant. Please complete the Junior Volunteer Application to get started.
Book a Program
Educational Programs for All — Ask us about organizing a Virtual Program for your students!
We can customize programs to complement your curriculum. Ample lead time is requested for these custom programs. In addition, we have several pre-school programs available.
Birthday Parties – Enjoy a fun-filled one-hour adventure with a hands-on presentation and exhibit tour.