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Mar
6
Fri
Historic Baker House – Halloween in March @ Baker House
Mar 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Historic Baker House - Halloween in March @ Baker House

Halloween in March? Did you miss the Spirited Ladies at the historic Baker House this past fall? Back by popular demand….For one night only—this is your chance to experience the history and haunts of the Baker House in Wildwood!!! March 6th, Friday night from 6pm until 8pm. For more information go to https://www.wildwood-fl.gov/ or call 352-446-3778. All ticket sells benefit the renovation of this amazing gem in Sumter County, Florida.

Mar
12
Thu
Wild Foods Foraging Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Mar 12 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wild Foods Foraging Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join us as we forage on the trails of Dade for wild foods and then sample some dishes made from what we collect.  Hat, sunglasses and water are recommended for the foraging walk.  Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida Annual Park Pass plus $5/person. Class size is 20, pre-registration is required.

Social distancing will be in place for each activity.  We recommend each person bring a mask.

Mar
22
Sun
CANCELED – Recycle with Reverse Applique @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Mar 22 @ 1:30 pm – 5:00 pm
CANCELED - Recycle with Reverse Applique @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

CANCELED

Jul
10
Fri
Basic and Advanced Palm Frond Boondoggles @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Jul 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Basic and Advanced Palm Frond Boondoggles @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Learn how to make boondoggles (woven palm/palmetto swag) with provided palm and/or palmetto fronds.  Cost is $3/vehicle or Annual Florida State Park pass plus $5/person. Class size is limited to 14, pre-registration is required.

Social distancing will be in place for each activity.  We recommend each person bring a mask.

Jul
18
Sat
Wild Foods Foraging Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Jul 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wild Foods Foraging Class @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join us as we forage on the trails of Dade for wild foods and then sample some dishes made from what we collect.  Hat, sunglasses and water are recommended for the foraging walk.  Cost is $3/vehicle or Florida Annual Park Pass plus $5/person. Class size is 20, pre-registration is required.

Social distancing will be in place for each activity.  We recommend each person bring a mask.

Aug
7
Fri
Trash to Treasures
Aug 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Trash to Treasures

Social distancing will be in place for each activity. We recommend each person bring a mask.

Join expert volunteers as we learn how to turn yesterday’s trash into tomorrow’s treasure.   We will do a variety pack including upcycling glass bottles and jars and turning greeting cards into gift boxes.   All materials are provided.  Cost is $3/vehicle or Annual Florida State Park pass plus $5/person.  Class size is limited to 20, pre-registration is required.

Aug
29
Sat
Reptile and Amphibian Walk @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Aug 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Reptile and Amphibian Walk @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join park staff as we walk along the park trails and look for frogs, toads, lizards, snakes, turtles/tortoises and signs of their activity.  We will learn about their behavior and how they benefit our ecosystem.  Cost is $3/vehicle or annual Florida State Parks Pass.  Please pre-register as class size is limited to 25.   Social distancing and masks required.

Sep
23
Wed
National Public Lands Day @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park
Sep 23 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
National Public Lands Day @ Dade Battlefield Historic State Park

Join park staff as we celebrate National Public Lands Day by removing some of our invasive exotic plants and sprucing up our native landscaping.   Event will also include fun exotic plant contests.

Free entry for participants.  Participants are asked to wear long sleeves and pants and closed-toe shoes. Please bring water, insect repellant, hat, sun screen and gloves.  Bring a picnic lunch and picnic at the park after a satisfying work event!  Pre-registration required as class size limited to 25.  Social distancing and masks required.

Oct
30
Fri
Wildwood Community Center Spooktacular Friday Drive-Thru Tents and Treats @ Wildwood Community Center
Oct 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wildwood Community Center Spooktacular Friday Drive-Thru Tents and Treats @ Wildwood Community Center

All organizations/businesses are encouraged to decorate their “booth/area.” Judging will be by each participant and a trophy awarded to the “Best Decorated/Most Creative” before close of event on Friday October 30th.

For more information contact David Ricks at 352-661-8047 or by email. dricks@wildwood-fl.gov

Set up begins at: 3:00pm
Event: 6:00pm-9:00pm

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Oct
31
Sat
Spooktacular at Sumter Plaza in Bushnell: Trick or Treat @ Sumter Plaza
Oct 31 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Spooktacular at Sumter Plaza in Bushnell: Trick or Treat @ Sumter Plaza

The event will be held in the “Sumter Plaza” 1010 N Main Street Bushnell in the parking lot and will be held from 5pm – 7pm. We ask that you bring plenty of candy, tent or maybe a vehicle to decorate we will have a contest for best booth!

We are asking for any business or organization that would like to partner up with us to make this night a success please email Samantha Merritt or Beth Hunt.

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