Everglades Day Festival

Saturday, February 11, 2012
Everglades Day Festival
Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee Wildlife Refuge

10216 Lee Road Boynton Beach, FL 33473

The Scene
See alligators! See birds of prey! See a wetland ecosystem that goes back a few millions years! There's nothing like it in the world - the one-of-a-kind Florida Everglades.

This famous landscape entices everyone. From adventure seekers wearing Indiana Jones-style fedoras or those just looking to kick back and relax within one of the Earth's natural beauties. In The Palm Beaches discover the incredible by being part of the annual Everglades Day Festival, taking place at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge.

Welcome to the 'Fest
The Everglades Festival welcomes everyone of any age. Free admission will give you a full day of wildlife presentations, interactive games, guest speakers, conservation exhibits, fishing demonstrations, canoeing, music, food, beverages and of course… the chance to do a hike or two into the Everglades. This year's theme is "Mysteries of the Everglades." Learn about and solve interesting mysteries about the ecosystem's strange creatures, archaeology, history and more.

Our "National Park"
The Refuge is the largest remnant of the northern Florida Everglades in South Florida.  Covering just over 200 square miles of wetland habitat, this is where American Alligators roam throughout. Nearly 260 species of birds fly in for a stopover, rangers lead day and nights guided tours, a terrific visitor center brings the whole habitat to life and even more special events welcome the family and you.

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Annual Everglades Day Festival
   
  Gator
   
  Birdwatching
 

Cool Facts
If you get tired of everything "eco", why not try a bit of retail therapy while you are in Boynton Beach. Check out the Boynton Beach District with the dramatic streetscape of Renaissance Commons and adjacent Boynton Beach Mall. Relax in true "Florida-style" with open-air dining, music and fun at one of the traditional pier restaurants overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway. The District also preserves its many natural assets, such as lush orange groves, deep-sea fishing, 27 parks and golden beaches.