Gopher Tortoise Hike

Tue Dec 30 2025 at 08:30 am to 11:00 am UTC-05:00

Deep Creek Preserve | New Smyrna Beach

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Gopher Tortoise Hike
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Explore Deep Creek Preserve and discover the important role the gopher tortoise plays in Florida Ecosystems!
About this Event

The Volusia County Explore Volusia program invites you to join Environmental Specialist Tommy Nordmann on a two-mile hike through Deep Creek Preserve. We’ll locate gopher tortoise burrows along the way and discuss the important role this keystone species plays in Florida ecosystems.

** Important note: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to complete a waiver. Waivers must be completed in full to participate in the program. Waivers can be downloaded at Explore Volusia and completed ahead of time.

** Some map apps and GPS devices will take you to the incorrect location. Use the following link to direct you to Deep Creek Preserve: https://maps.apple.com/?ll=28.951442,-81.097185&q=Dropped%20Pin&t=h

ACTIVITY: This will be a moderate 2-mile hike.

RESERVATIONS: Required. Unless you have a confirmation email, you are not registered.

TICKETS: No printed ticket is necessary.

AGES: Ages ten and up are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

ATTIRE: closed-toe shoes that can get muddy and wet, comfortable clothing for the outdoors

** Some of our trails have mud and/or standing water because they are located in wetland ecosystems and because of seasonal rains and high tides. We recommend you bring a pair of waterproof boots in addition to your regular hiking shoes if you don't want your shoes to get wet. Our hike leader will let you know the condition of the trails prior to the start of the hike.

WHAT TO BRING: water, bug spray, sunscreen

FACILITIES: There is a port-a-let on site but no running water.

For more information, contact Tommy Nordmann at [email protected] or (386) 943-7081, ext. 21266.

** Following the successful completion of your registration, you should receive a confirmation email, and two days prior to the program you will receive a reminder email. These emails are sent automatically by Eventbrite. If you do not receive them, please contact Tommy at the email address above.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Deep Creek Preserve, 964 S. SR-415, New Smyrna Beach, United States

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