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Castaway Island Preserve/Cradle Creek
Sunday, March 19, 2017, 08:00am
Contact Joan & Richard Becker (516-359-6838)

Castaway Island Preserve protects more than 300 acres of coastal habitats along the meandering, estuarine San Pablo River. The gentle mile long trail skirts the estuary and pine flatwoods. Beginners and experienced birders will enjoy the extensive salt marsh and pine flatwoods comprising this preserve. Wood Storks, Tricolored Herons and Snowy Egrets can be seen along the Intracoastal Waterway. Keep an eye skyward for Northern Harriers, Swallow-tailed Kites and Tree Swallows. On the trail, we will look for Pileated Woodpeckers, Northern Flickers and Pine Warblers. A covered observation platform on the edge of the marsh is an added bonus (bring a scope). There is a butterfly garden near the entrance for hummingbirds and resident butterflies.


Cradle Creek Preserve offers a canopy of old-growth upland forests, saltwater marshes, and panoramic views of the creeks that feed the Intracoastal Waterway. The Preserve provides habitat protection for endangered and threatened plant and animal species including the Least Tern, Bald Eagle, and Wood Stork. Meeting Place: 2885 San Pablo Road South.

This outing is in conjunction with St. Johns Riverkeeper Save the St. Johns: Activate the River campaign. The 2017 Activate the River project highlights the local businesses and partners doing great work along the entire river, while sounding the alarm about the threats facing the St. Johns and the issues shared by communities throughout the watershed. The idea is to get people out on the river to save the river. Eco-tours, paddling trips, and outings will be scheduled throughout the St. Johns River watershed to introduce people to the wonders of the St. Johns, show support for clean water and a healthy river, and demonstrate what we stand to lose if we don’t stand up for the St. Johns.

Location 2885 San Pablo Road South, Jacksonville, FL.