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Oakland Nature Preserve

The Oakland Nature Preserve offers recreational and educational opportunities in a living classroom, perfect for learning about the ecology of Florida. We offer memberships, field trips, homeschool series, story time, guided tours, summer environmental camps, Science Saturdays and programs for visitors.  Volunteers are welcome to assist with everything from visitor tours to restoration projects, and donations are greatly appreciated.

Oakland Nature Preserve
747 Machete Trail
Oakland, FL 34787
(407) 905-0054

Florida Scrub-jay Trail

The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail is dedicated to increase awareness of the need to restore habitat for scrub-jays, gopher tortoises, and native plant species. A free orientation is offered on the 1st Saturday of each month from 8am-11am, and many other events are schedule there. Check the website above for more information.

Florida Scrub-jay Trail
11490 Montevista Road
Clermont, FL 34711
(352) 429-5566

Scott’s Maze Adventures at Long & Scott Farms

Scotts_market_corn mazeCorn Maze & Adventure Area are ONLY open to the General Public in the Fall on weekends, two special weekdays, and for a few special events or Private Parties throughout the year. The Corn Maze is 7 acres with lots of paths and plenty of room. There are employees inside the maze and on the bridge to monitor and help guests. Everyone is shown a short video about the maze and the rules before entering the Adventure area.

We ask you to divide into groups of 4 to 6, with an adult in every group. Each group enters the maze with a flag and a game sheet. We encourage team work in finding your way through the maze and completing the game sheet. It is a fun way to learn about our yearly theme.

Scott’s Maze Adventures
26216 County Road 448A
Mount Dora, FL 32757
(352) 383-6900

Showcase of Citrus

Comfortably ride on the world’s largest 4×4 for about an hour through the 2500 acre Estate and learn about Native Florida trees, plants, and animals, as well as the history of the Citrus Estate. Guests may also have the opportunity to interact and feed the wildlife.

Winter months are known for higher foot traffic, less rain, and earlier sunsets. Summer months are known for lower foot traffic, a higher probability for afternoon rain showers, and a later sunset, (this allows for the 6 pm tour).

Reservations recommended for the tour, but visiting the farm is free.

Showcase of Citrus
5010 S. U.S. Highway 27
Clermont, FL 34714
(352) 394-4377
Email: showcaseofcitrus@earthlink.net
Video: https://youtu.be/oaDDy4TOk_E

H&H Berry Farms

Bring the whole family to pick some fresh blueberries! Prices for blueberries: U-pick is $4/lb or $20 for a 1 gallon bucket. We-pick (when available) is $5/lb. We also have local honey and homemade jam available for purchase. Watermelons and blueberry plants coming soon! Cash only.

H&H Berry Farms
15217 County Road 455
Montverde, FL 34756
(321) 436-5830

Citrus Tower

360 Degree View of 8 Counties
Visit The Citrus Tower for a majestic view of the surrounding rolling hilltops of Central Florida

Citrus Tower
141 N. U.S. Highway 27
Clermont, FL 34711
(352) 394-4061

Green Mountain Honey and Fruit

Family owned small farm.  Owners are long-term residents and Native Floridians.  Peaches and citrus u-pick by season.  Honey varieties also seasonal.

Green Mountain Honey and Fruit
18900 County Road 561
Clermont, FL 34715
(352) 394-2135

Trout Lake Nature Center

Trout_lake_kidsFounded in 1988 by the Oklawaha Valley Audubon Society, the Trout Lake Nature Center (TLNC) mission is to conserve and protect the natural environment and to educate the community about its importance.

This 230 acre nature center is located in Eustis and is the point where two watersheds join together. Water flow filters through a variety of wetland habitats to flow into Trout Lake which empties into Lake Eustis. Through a variety of programs TLNC works to educate and engage the community in protecting Florida natural communities.

Walking along its nature trails, traveling along the boardwalk or visiting the museum and education building gives visitors unique insights into Florida wildlife and habitats.

Trout Lake Nature Center
520 CR 44
Eustis, FL 32736
(352) 357-7536