Are you ready to roll on the wild side?
A key component of our mission is to educate the community on peaceful coexistence with wildlife. Our goal is to reach the next generation of wildlife conservationists and inspire them to do better for wildlife and our planet.
Through our Outreach Program, our team will travel to you! We are currently offering free educational programming to summer camps and schools in the Broward County area. Are you a teacher or camp organizer looking for fun, interactive, and educational wildlife programming? For additional information and to book your program, reach out to outreach@southfloridawildlifecenter.org.
Upcoming Workshops
Dive into the world of wildlife medicine with our
Junior Wildlife Vet Kids Program!
Thank you The Brady Hunter Foundation for sponsoring this month’s program!
Ready to become a junior wildlife vet? Our program is tailored for kids ages 6-11 who are eager to dive into the exciting world of wildlife medicine! Through our hands-on activities, you’ll have the opportunity to treat your “own patients” and learn all about the challenges that wildlife face in their natural habitats. Explore the steps we take to rehabilitate patients in our hospital, and join us in our mission to protect wildlife through rescue, rehabilitation, and education.
Next program takes place on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
Please note: Space is limited, and registration is required.
Get ready to spread your wings and take flight into the wonderful world of owls with our
Who Gives a Hoot Owl Program!
Our thrilling program will have you soaring through the skies as you discover the fascinating secrets of these magnificent birds. Engage in hands-on activities from investigating owl artifacts to dissecting owl pellets, immersing yourself fully in the fascinating world of owls. And that’s not all – our Owl Animal Ambassadors will be joining us, ready for you to share your knowledge and passion for these feathered creatures. Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of this hoot-tastic adventure!
Next program takes place on Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Please note: Space is limited, and registration is required.
Learn more about wildlife conservation with our
Shellebrating Tortoises, Turtles, and other Upland Species workshop!
Thank you Rock The Ocean for sponsoring all 2025 programs!
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and preserving our local species? Look no further than our new Gopher Tortoise Conservation Program! Our program aims to educate and engage the community in learning about the threats that Gopher Tortoises face in their natural environment. By participating in our program, you’ll have the opportunity to interact closely with our Ambassador Animals, and participate in a variety of interactive activities. Together, we can help preserve these amazing creatures and foster a deeper appreciation for the environment and its inhabitants. Join us today and make a difference in your community!
Next program takes place on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
Please note: Space is limited, and registration is required.
Learn about a new topic every month during this hour-long class with a presentation and activity!
Thank you Lauderdale Pathology for sponsoring all 2025 programs!
The South Florida Wildlife Center is excited to announce the launch of Nature’s Classroom, a dynamic new program designed for all ages to engage with the fascinating world of wildlife conservation. Each month, participants will have the opportunity to delve into a specific topic through interactive workshops that combine education with hands-on experiences. Attendees will also have the chance to meet and interact with ambassador animals, making learning about wildlife conservation both informative and enjoyable.
Next program takes place on Saturday, January 18, 2025.
Please note: Space is limited, and registration is required.
Wild Lecture Series
The South Florida Wildlife Center offers a free monthly virtual series of public lectures covering various topics presented by professionals in their respective fields. We hope those who join us learn something new about nature, how it correlates to wildlife, and what we do at SFWC. Missed our live lecture? Check them out on our YouTube channel!
Join us for our Wild Lecture Series on December 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM via Zoom! Our speaker will be Neal Halstead , Senior Ecologist of Wildlands Conservation.
RSVP below!
Title: Conservation of Gopher Tortoises and Rare Skinks in Florida’s Upland Habitats
Summary: Florida’s upland ecosystems are being lost to development at an alarming rate, putting extra pressure on the threatened species that depend upon these habitats. Neal Halstead, Research Director at Wildlands Conservation (a Tampa-based nonprofit organization) will highlight research and conservation efforts in these habitats, with a focus on the state-threatened gopher tortoise and two federally-threatened lizards: the Florida sand skink and the blue-tailed mole skink. Gopher tortoises are a widespread, but threatened, species whose long life spans present unique conservation challenges to maintain healthy populations. Neal will present research on the scope of gopher tortoise translocations throughout Florida, conservation issues associated with translocation, and highlight the new gopher tortoise specialty license plate that will help raise funds to improve conservation outcomes for tortoises and upland habitats in general. Florida sand skinks and blue-tailed mole skinks are two closely-related lizard species who are restricted to scrub and sandhill habitats along Florida’s central ridges. Neal will discuss research associated with better understanding the current status of these species and conservation efforts that have been successful for protection of their populations.
