Guided Coastal Nature Walk to Explore Native Ecosystems

Fri Jan 23 2026 at 09:00 am to 11:00 am UTC-05:00

James E. Grey Preserve | New Port Richey

UF\/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension
Publisher/HostUF/IFAS Pasco County Cooperative Extension
Guided Coastal Nature Walk to Explore Native Ecosystems
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Join Sea Grant Agent Dr. Megan Moore for a guided nature walk where you will learn about coastal plants, animals, and our local ecosystems!
About this Event

Overview

Join us for an educational guided walking tour through James E. Gray Preserve in New Port Richey, FL! This park, located on the Pithlachacottee River, features a beautiful walking trail filled with wildlife and native plant species.


An educational guided nature walk will be led by Dr. Megan Moore, the UF/IFAS Extension Florida Sea Grant Agent for Pasco County. You will learn about plant identification, native fauna, and the ecosystem benefits these systems provide. Join us to walk and learn!


We will provide a headset listening device so you can hear the tour easily during the walk! This walk will include boardwalks and dirt paths with around 1.5 miles of total walking. Hats, sunscreen, water, bug spray, and walking shoes are recommended.


Meet us near the pavilion near the playground!


UF/IFAS Extension Florida Sea Grant will continue to offer free educational programs to the community. If you would like to support our programming for future event please feel free to donate here: https://www.uff.ufl.edu/giving-opportunities/023511-ifas-extension-pasco-county-fund/

*please specify your donation is for Sea Grant


Special Accommodations:

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact our office at (727) 355- 7601 at least 2 weeks in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

James E. Grey Preserve, 6938 Plathe Road, New Port Richey, United States

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