Brooker Creek PreserveBrooker 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 Preserve's many ecosystems.
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Upcoming Programs at Brooker Creek PreserveRegistration is required for all programs, hikes, events, and webinars. Register by using the links provided. For the most up to date information regarding a program, please call our front desk at 727-453-6800, or email us at brookercreek@pinellascounty.org
EVERY Thursday 10:30 - 11:00 a.m.Book Time at Brooker: Connect children to the wonders of the natural world through a nature related story & a craft to follow! Geared toward 3- to 5-year-olds, meet inside the Exhibit Hall! Registration is not required for Book Time, just show up with your kiddo! This program is led by Brooker Creek Volunteers.
Sunday, February 1 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.Bird Hike: Come out for this "early morning" walk in the woods to seek out the resident and visiting birds of Brooker. All levels of birders welcome. Meet in the main parking lot at 8am.
Friday, February 6 9:00 - 3:00 p.m.FREE Project Learning Tree Educator Workshop: This six-hour workshop will feature the award-winning environmental education curriculum, Project Learning Tree. Participants will engage in fun and educational activities to learn the Project Learning Tree (PLT) curriculum first-hand. Upon completion of the workshop, participants will receive a K-8 Activity Guide featuring 50 environmental education activities that make learning fun for all!
Please bring your own lunch and reusable water bottle.
Friday, February 6 11:00 - 12:30 p.m.Teen Homeschool Hike: Join us on an educational guided hike geared toward teens! We'll explore the native plants and animals that call Brooker Creek home with Volunteer hike guide and naturalist, Sara Ratza. Participants are welcome to bring a lunch to enjoy after the hike together.
Saturday, February 7 10:30 -12:00 p.m.Living with Coyotes: Join biologist Rhonda Latour from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to learn about coyote biology, behavior, their role in Florida's ecosystems, and their presence in your community. Learn how to coexist with these adaptable animals and how to identify, prevent, and resolve potential conflicts.
Wednesday, February 11 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.From the Ground Up Lecture Series: The Magic of Mushrooms - Weedon Webinar Mention mushrooms and most people think of three things: eating them, DYING from eating them and/or their use in recreational drug use. Let's put those topics aside and explore fun facts about these fascinating and ecologically important organisms! Fungus is a HUGE group of life on Earth, we'll stick to those that produce mushrooms in this one-hour lecture. Note: this class will NOT address edible wild mushrooms. Not even a little bit...These interactive presentations will be held online hosted by Weedon Island, so you can participate from wherever you are!
Friday, February 13 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.Botany Walk: We will identify wildflowers, ferns, epiphytes, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be examined. Best suited for adult participants. Registration is required. Led by James Stevenson, Education and Outreach Specialist. This is a free hike, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. Meet in the Exhibit Hall
Saturday, February 14 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.Sleep in Saturday Hike: Sleep in on Saturday morning and join us for a family friendly walk in the Preserve with a volunteer hike guide!
Sunday, February 15 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Artists' Closing Reception: Nature's Medicine Chest The Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve are pleased to present NATURE'S MEDICINE CHEST~ An Exhibition of the Florida Circle of Nature Artists.
NATURE'S MEDICINE CHEST features 27 works by 11 artists, representing some of the finest botanical artists working in Florida. As members of the Florida Circle of Nature Artists these artists reflect the vision of the American Society of Botanical Artists to educate and nurture the tradition of botanical art for "its power to communicate the importance of plants in the world and raise awareness about environmental stewardship, ecological sustainability, and plant conservation."
The reception is free and open to the public. Come enjoy the art and support the artists!
Friday, February 20 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.Watershed Walk: Water is an important feature at Brooker Creek Preserve and on this hike, you will learn the different ways we interact with water, the importance of wetlands and how you can make a difference in issues surrounding our water quality and quantity. Come and enjoy this family friendly walk through the woods with Lara Milligan, Natural Resources Agent for UF/IFAS Extension Pin
Friday, February 20 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.Stories & Songs with the East Lake Library: Join the East Lake Community Library for stories, songs, and fun! Children ages 0-5yo and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs and fun with our friends from The East Lake Community Library! **Registration is required!**
Friday, February 20-21 8:00 - 4:00 p.m.Plein Air: Plein Air 2026 is sponsored by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve, Inc. to encourage the use of the Preserve as an inspiration for artists to create nature-inspired works of art. All artists (amateurs to professionals) are invited to participate in showing their talent and support for Brooker Creek Preserve by creating art inspired by the wildlife and natural landscape of the Preserve.
Saturday, February 21 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.Hidden Wonders Nature Walk: This family-friendly nature hike will take you on an exploration of the wet and dry habitats of "Our Wildest Place." We will investigate some interesting plants and animals that call Brooker Creek Preserve home. Everyday reveals new natural wonders to enjoy, join us!
Saturday, February 21 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.Nest Box Building Workshop: Join us for an in-person workshop to "make and take" a Screech Owl nest box for your yard!
Want to help our local cavity nesters? Learn how to build your very own nest box for an Eastern screech owl! In this workshop you will learn about proper nest box placement and mounting, additional information specific to the nesting habits of Eastern screech owls, and other fun facts about this species! We will be building a nest box for an Eastern screech owl. This nest box should be mounted at your home or that of a friend or family member. Registration is required. Presented by Lara Milligan, Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent for UF/IFAS Extension. The workshop cost $25, which includes Eventbrite's processing fees.
Saturday, February 21 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Night Hike: Join the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve for a one-mile hiking experience along the Ed Center Trail...at night! These special hikes are open to the public and limited to 20 people per hike.
$3/person donation.
Saturday, February 28 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.Connect to Nature Guided Walk An escape to rejuvenate and connect with Mother Nature (a cradle for wilderness). Take an extra step with Anu to learn about habitat restoration and our resident species at BCP. Share some of your stories as a nature lover. This is a family friendly hike. We cover a loop of 0.75 mile trail observing the unique habitats of Brooker Creek.
Saturday, February 28 10:30 - 12:00 p.m.The History of Bald Eagles in Florida: This is a program rich in history, field accounts, photography, biology and behavior of bald eagles primarily in West Central Florida with statewide comparisons. Rare photos and data cover more than a half of a century of eagle field work. Program participants can expect to learn about eagles from a historical perspective covering eagle populations prior to DDT, through the listing and delisting periods, with a focus on our local Bald Eagles. The program may feature a Bald Eagle. Moccasin Lake Nature Park in Clearwater serves as a sanctuary to these educational ambassadors. Join Barbara Walker of the Tampa Bay Raptor Rescue for this enlightening program! Sponsored by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve.
Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve ART GALLERY Nature's Medicine Chest: An Exhibition of the Florida Circle of Nature Artists.
Exhibit on View: December 7th, 2025 through February 15th, 2026. Saturday & Sunday 12-3pm, in the Auditorium.
Artists' Closing Reception: February 15th 1-3pm. More information: https://www.friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org  Plein Air
Exhibit on View: February 22nd, 2026 through April 26th, 2026. Saturday & Sunday 12-3pm, in the Auditorium.
Artists' Closing Reception: April 26th 1-3pm. More information: https://www.friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org/PAreg.pdf Questions: 727-934-2680 or info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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