The Indian River Land Trust provides residents and visitors an opportunity to tour properties designated for conservation in Indian River County. Conservation site tours allow participants to immerse themselves in a natural setting and appreciate wildlife. They are a great way to educate future generations on the importance of conserving our county's natural wonders and special places. All site tours are free and open to the public. During 2010-2011 more than 350 people participated in one of our tours.

The following is a list of our 2012 Site Tours

Friday, January 20, 2012, Walking of Spoonbill Marsh (9-11AM)
Friday, February 3, 2012, Walking/Buggy tour of Padgett Creek Ranch (8:30-11AM)
Friday, March 2, 2012, Walking of Bee Gum Point (9-11AM)
Friday, March 9, 2012, Walking of Spoonbill Marsh (9-11AM)

Each tour is limited to 30 guests. Reservations will be accepted on a first come/first served basis to the IRLT office: 772-794-0701. Members have priority registration. Registration will be open to the public two weeks prior to each tour.

Indian River Land Trust Site Tours:

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Padgett Creek Ranches
Description: Alight on one of the Padgett Creek buggies for an extensive tour of the pristine 1,600 acre Florida ranchland property, accompanied by guides who will provide an overview of the easements and its importance to the conservation efforts in our community Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy the beauty surrounding this important fresh water feeder system to Blue Cypress Lake. Expect bird watching and other native wildlife observation.

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Spoonbill Marsh
Description: Enjoy an easy stroll on boardwalks past manmade marshes and along the Indian River Lagoon. Naturalists will accompany you to describe this new unique project designed to clean well-water brine and enhance bird habitat. Guests will observe birds and other native wildlife within this 45 acre preserve.

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Personalized tours of all IRLT project areas are available by appointment.