Events

Do you see the gopher tortoises along Wekiwa Springs Road? Gopher tortoises live in dry, upland habitats that have well-drained soils for them to dig their burrows. Their common habitat includes: pine flatwoods, xeric oak, sand pine, scrub oak, agricultural lands, and coastal dune and scrub. Their diet consists of grasses and legumes. The Gopher […]

Did you know that Solar Energy produces no pollution and is ecologically acceptable? Make sure to look at the solar panel arrays around Wekiva Island.

Kayaking is a versatile sport, perfect for those looking for an intense workout or others who want a leisurely cruise along the Wekiva River enjoying nature and solitude. We currently have approximately 25 kayaks available for rent on a first come first serve basis. We suggest coming early to reserve your rental or suggest that you […]

Enjoy live music in The Tooting Otter with Sean Holcomb!

Enjoy live music in The Tooting Otter with Jordan Foley!

OUR WORK We combine national advocacy with field work in key river basins to deliver the greatest impact. We are practical problem-solvers with positions informed by science. We build partnerships and work closely with local river advocates, business and agriculture interests, recreation groups and others to forge win-win solutions. And with our expertise, outreach, and […]

Have you seen the stove in the corner of The Tooting Otter? In the 1940’s, one of the original owners of the Wekiwa Marina, Cliff Freeman, built a stilted cabin on one of the many islands down the Wekiva River. This cabin was one of dozens built over the next 30 years In 1975, a […]

Rollins College has owned Shell Island for 65 years and made an extended campus of it for almost most of its history since 1885. In the late 1920’s and ‘30’s, it was a regular practice for a group of eight Rollins students and their chaperones to spend a weekend on the river, men one week […]

May 1st 6PM-8PM Join artist Elisabeth Ferber for a evening of “wineing” and painting! All of your art supplies and two glasses of wine will be included for $30! *Any reschedules must be 48 hours prior to event. No refunds available* PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!

Did you know that otters wash themselves after every meal.