Join ACT and springs artist, Margaret Tolbert, for a tree planting event at Santa Fe Springs Preserve!
During this event, we will talk about the importance of planting trees to help restore native landscapes and there will be a demonstration on how to properly plant baby longleaf pines before we begin the planting. This is also a great time to see the preserve before it opens to the public. A quick tour to the two springs on the property will take place at the start of the event.
WHEN
Friday, January 19, 2024
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
WHERE
This event will take place at Santa Fe Springs Preserve - however this preserve is not yet open to the public. Driving directions will be provided to participants closer to the event.
WHAT TO BRING
Be sure to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Bring water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, and hat. Gloves and all planting tools will be provided, but feel free to bring your own gloves.
ABOUT THE PRESERVE
At the confluence of Olustee Creek and the Santa Fe River sits 254 acres, two freshwater springs, and 1.3 river miles of pure Florida. Tall live oaks, cypress trees, blossoming chickasaw plums and native azaleas dot the river banks and steep bluffs of Santa Fe Springs Preserve. Large alligators, wading birds, turtles, catfish, garfish and other water creatures can be found along and in the river within the vicinity of the preserve. Tucked in the forest is a small, unnamed fourth magnitude seepage spring. Found above the river, secluded under the trees, with a flow that trickles down the banks into the waiting river, the spring gurgles and glistens in the filtered sunlight. Learn more here.
FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO RSVP
Contact Alachua Conservation Trust by email at info@alachuaconservationtrust.org to RSVP or for more information. Space is limited to the 20 first people who RSVP.
