About this Event
Are you a part of Let's Walk Florida or would you like to enjoy an hour of walking while talking native wildflowers?
Join UF/IFAS Extension Polk County to learn all about Florida native wildflowers during the Wildflower Wednesday Walk. This walk is part of Let's Walk Florida.
To register for Let's Walk Florida: https://LWF2026.eventbrite.com
Seven Wetlands Walk
We will meet in front of the entrance gate in Loyce Harpe Park at 10:00 am.
This is a guided walk by the City of Lakeland Seven Wetlands, Water Utilities Department.
We will end the walk were we started. Snacks will be provided at the end of the walk.
Hike Route: Loyce E Harpe Park Loop Around Wetland 1 – 3.5 miles (~1.75hrs)
Meeting Location: 500 W Carter Rd., Mulberry, FL, 33813 – Se7en Wetlands via Loyce E. Harpe Park
Enter through Loyce E. Harpe Park. Follow signage through park to the Se7en Wetlands Entrance. There are a water fountain and restroom building at the site entrance.
Follow the Se7en Wetlands trailhead signs to the gravel lot. Please note that it takes approximately 10 minutes to drive from the entrance of Loyce E. Harpe Park to the Se7en Wetlands Trail Head.
- Guided hikes take place on uneven, hard-packed earthen trails
- Hikes and other events can take two to three (2-3) hours to complete
- All minors need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian
- Please wear sturdy, close-toe hiking shoes
- Bring plenty of water and a snack
- Bring any emergency first-aid medications you may need
- A hat, sunscreen, and insect repellant are recommended, especially in the summer months
- A set of binoculars and a camera are encouraged, but not mandatory
- There are no restrooms or water fountains on the trails, please use the facilities located at the trailheads
- Pets, bicycles, and fishing are not permitted
Presented by UF/IFAS Extension Polk County horticulture and family and consumer sciences programs.
If any accommodations are needed, please contact Anne Yasalonis at 863-519-1041. Requests should be made as soon as possible but at least ten days prior to the scheduled meeting.
Cancellation Policy: Programs, workshops, and events are subject to cancellation if a minimum number of attendees are not registered. Cancellations will be posted on Eventbrite and an email will be sent to registrants.
Go to https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/polk/ for more information.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 863-519-1041.
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Seven Wetlands (Se7en Wetlands), 500 West Carter Road, Lakeland, United States
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