Butterfly World
3600 W Sample Rd
Coconut Creek, FL
Phone: (954) 977-4400
Stroll through three acres of lush tropical gardens while thousands of live, brilliantly colored butterflies soar around. Waterfalls, fish, hummingbirds, orchids and roses complete natural habitat.
Mon - Sat 9am - 5pm ; Sun 1-5pm ($7 - $12)
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Flamingo Gardens, Wray Botanical Collection
3750 Flamingo Rd.
Davie, FL 33330
Phone: (954) 473-2955
www.flamingogardens.org
Botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary featuring specialty gardens, 19 Champion trees, narrated tour by tram through an oak hammock, citrus groves and wetlands. See the Free-Flight Aviary, Bird of Prey Center, flamingos, bobcats, otters and over 70 species of Florida native birds. 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Closed Mon., June 1 - September 30. ($12 Adults/$6 Kids)
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Hugh Taylor Birch State Recreation Area
3109 E. Sunrise Blvd
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
Phone: (954) 564-4521
Explore four different ecosystems in this 180 acre park. This state park is located between the ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Activities include swimming, fishing, picnicking, nature trails, biking and youth group camping. A visitors center with guided tours is also available.
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John U. Lloyd Beach State Recreation Area
6503 N. Ocean Drive
Dania, FL 33044
Phone: (954) 923-2833
Fishing from the beach, canoeing, swimming and canoeing are just a few of the fun activities you can enjoy at this 244 acre state park. A boat ramp is available for boaters. Camping and nature trails are also available.
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Sawgrass Recreation Park
5400 N. Hwy. 27
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33329
Phone: (954)389-0202
Everglades tours are a foray into Florida's natural habitat. Try "The Sea of Grass" airboat tour, visit an Indian Village, or investigate the alligator and reptile exhibit and birds of prey. Freshwater fishing.
6am - 6pm ; tours 9am - 5 pm ($15-$25)
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