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The Oscar Scherer State Park Earth Day CelebrationThe Annual Oscar Scherer State Park Earth Day Celebrations are traditionally held on the third Sunday of April, usually under clear and bright Florida sunshine-filled skies with mild temperatures. It’s free admission for all into this popular State Park for Earth Day celebration events from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. By the way, the first Earth Day occurred more than 30 years ago in 1970 and was started by the Ecology movement in the U.S.
It’s a day full of planned activities at Earth Day including: a photo contest, guided walks, story telling, environmental booths, a children’s art contest, fishing 4 kids (tackle provided), a silent auction, kid’s games and food. There’s much to see, do and celebrate at the free Earth Day events at Oscar Scherer State Park and it’s up to you whether or not to participate in any events.
Animals that have been on display in recent years have included a Red-Tail Hawk, an American Bald Eagle named Thunder, several varieties of Owls, snakes and even a big cat. The animals on display are accompanied by their owners, who are extremely knowledgeable about them, and it’s a great chance to get up close and personal with a few of them and ask some questions about their "pets."
There is much that can be learned about nature, the environment and the wild animals that live in and around the park, on Earth Day at Oscar Scherer Park.
The park is over 1,380 acres in size, with 15 miles of nature walks and a 3 acre fresh-water lake, Lake Osprey, where you can rent canoes and kayaks as well. And there's a playground for the kids. Bring your picnic basket, sunscreen and walking shoes!
Directions: From Sarasota follow Rt. 41 south to Osprey to the park, which is on the east side of the road. Return from Oscar Scherer State Park Earth Day to Sarasota Calendar of Events.
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