Chinsegut Conservation Center

Event by Chinsegut Conservation CenterHistorically, being able to navigate using a compass was an essential skill for explorers. Today, modern GPS devices tend to take the place of traditional map and compass reading. Participants in this program will learn to read the topographical and physical features of a map, set a compass heading and pace out […]

Historically, being able to navigate using a compass was an essential skill for explorers. Today, modern GPS devices tend to take the place of traditional map and compass reading. Participants […]

Celebrate Earth Day with us as we lead a relaxing guided nature walk at Chinsegut Wildlife and Environmental Area. We will discuss the importance of this sandhill ecosystem, including some […]

Event by Chinsegut Conservation CenterThis homeschool program for ages 8-13 will focus on rocks. What is the connection between animals and rocks? Enroll in this month's class and find out how animals live and utilize rocks to stay alive. This event will take place rain or shine.Spots are limited and registration is required. Please follow the […]

Event by Chinsegut Conservation CenterThis program for ages 8-13 will focus on rocks. What is the connection between animals and rocks? Enroll in this month's class and find out how animals live and utilize rocks to stay alive. This event will take place rain or shine.Spots are limited and registration is required. Please follow the link […]

*This class is the same as Nature Explorers Session 1 which will take place earlier in the day. We are offering two duplicate classes on the same day to accommodate the high demand for these classes. Please choose whichever class time is most convenient for you. What is the connection between animals and rocks? Enroll […]

*This class is the same as Nature Explorers Session 2 which will take place later in the day. We are offering two duplicate classes on the same day to accommodate the high demand for these classes. Please choose whichever class time is most convenient for you. What is the connection between animals and rocks? Enroll […]

Join us for a fun and educational morning celebrating gopher tortoises on Wednesday, April 9th from 10am-Noon in honor of Florida Gopher Tortoise Day, which is April 10th. Starting at 10am, there will be a talk and presentation given by an FWC Gopher Tortoise Biologist. After the talk (around 11am), participants are welcome to join […]

3D Archery is back at Chinsegut on the first Saturday of every month! Participants must bring their own archery equipment. Traditional, compound and atlatls are welcome, no crossbows or broadheads allowed (target tips only). No pre-registration is required, but participants must sign-in before participating at each event and complete liability waivers annually. The registration table […]

3-D Archery is back at Chinsegut on the first Saturday of every month. These shoots are being run entirely by FWC and we are reliant on volunteers to help make these events successful. Please contact the center at 352-754-6722 or [email protected] if you can help! Participants must bring their own archery equipment. Traditional, compound and […]