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Exhibit areas will re-open to the public on April 15th. Visitors will be required to wear masks and maintain social distancing.

Brooker Creek Preserve

Brooker Creek Preserve is approximately 8,700 acres, and the largest natural area in Pinellas County. It consists primarily of forested wetlands and pine flatwoods. Bordered by dense urban development, the Preserve provides both a unique refuge for native flora and fauna, as well as an opportunity for citizens to explore the natural beauty of wild Florida. The Preserve also serves to protect a significant portion of the Brooker Creek Watershed. A complex of hiking and equestrian trails provide visitors an opportunity to explore the Preservels many ecosystems.

Free Admission! - Donations Welcome

Preserve Highlights

Environmental Education Center Exhibits, displays, programs and classes. more	Guided Tours & Nature Hikes Guided tours are by reservation only. more	Annual Events / Programs Yearly events sponsored by our partners. more	Management Plan Water supply, watershed, natural resources more

Boardwalks & Hiking Trails Scenic boardwalks, hiking and horse trails available. more	Preserve Wilderness Area Largest natural area in Pinellas County more	Exhibits & Trail Signs Help visitors understand natural Florida more	Preserve Ecosystem Four different ecosystems represented more

Brooker Creek Preserve Videos - Publications - Gift Shop - Visitor Map

Upcoming Webinars

These webinars take place via Zoom. Registration is required.

Friday, May 14 at 10:00am

Meet the Mantids--The Insect World’s Kung Fu Experts

Join Miss Liz to learn about some of Florida's most fascinating insects. We'll explore how they live and hunt and maybe even meet a live mantid! Great for all ages! Presented by Liz Childress, BCP Volunteer and leader of Family Fun Friday Program. Register here!

Tuesday, May 18 at 2:00pm

Get Your Mind In the Gutter

What comes to mind when you think of a gutter? Perhaps, "I really need to clean mine out", or "I wish I had those", or maybe just something as simple as "rainwater". In this class we are going to follow the flow of rainwater from your roof to see where our water goes through the lens of what we call "storm water". We will explore how we play a critical role in the big picture of storm water and the impacts of this water to our local ecosystems. We will start big and end with what you can do to help improve water quality right in your own yard or neighborhood. Presented by Lara Milligan, Natural Resources Agent for UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County. Register here!

Wednesday, May 26 at 2:00pm

The Life of Lichen

Brooker Creek Preserve is home to many of Florida's fascinating lichens. We will explore these unusual organisms and study their natural history. Identification tips, interesting facts and more await participants. Presented by James Stevenson, UF/IFAS Pinellas County Extension Specialist. Register here!

Special Programs, Classes and Events:

Pinellas County Extension

Brooker Creek
Preserve Calendar

Offers a variety of educational and interpretive programs for the public. The goal of these programs is to empower citizens to make informed decisions about natural and cultural resources. Center programs interpret the natural and cultural history of the area in order to demonstrate the balance between our needs and the needs of natural Florida.