

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Let's Get Botanical!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Let's dive into the world of plants; bring your camera, your curiosity and hiking boots, and get ready to expect the unexpected!About this EventTake a Walk on the Wild SideAudubon Everglades gets botanical this year and kicks off a new series of hikes focused on exploring Florida’s habitats and the variety of native plants and wildlife that flourish in them.Check out the Scrub, Coastal Hammocks and Flatwoods to see exciting wildflower meadows, orchids and other interesting rare plants. Learn about the interactions plants have not only with each other, but with birds, pollinators and butterflies. Along with endangered habitats, we’ll see rare and imperiled plants in different native plant communities and how they flourish in restored natural areas.Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a curious nature enthusiast, these hikes will offer fresh perspectives on the natural world, helping you connect more deeply with the habitats and native plants that make South Florida exceptional, unique and special.Bring your camera, your curiosity and hiking boots, and get ready to expect the unexpected.Spring Wildflowers, Colorful Meadows and SunsetsJoin CJ McCartney and Marjorie Shropshire, noted nature illustrator and co-author of several nature books, to explore meadows and observe how nature designs ecosystems that support wildlife, pollinators and birds. Hiking through several habitats, we will explore the amazing botanical components of natural meadows and wetlands. This hike is a merging of art and nature with Marjorie showing us how to translate bird calls to a sketch and we will create fun nature portraits using our phones. After exploring the loop and a roosting site, we will head back to the pier to watch one of the most spectacular sunsets in Palm Beach County. A bit early in the season, but as one of the few remaining dark sky areas, some fireflies may be out to light our way to the Pier.This hike is for all levels of bird watching and the curious who want to see Wild Florida at its finest. Expect natural, sandy trails, maybe some damp, wet areas so wear closed toe shoes, bring sun protection (hat, glasses etc.) and water. Expect fun, all are welcome to come explore and get botanical in this amazing area. Don’t forget your camera and water bottle.WHAT TO EXPECT:A guided walk to explore the native plants and wildflowers that are unique to this ecosystem.Fascinating habitat and plant facts and field insight from naturalistsAn opportunity to see the connection of native plants, pollinators and birds.Observe multiple habitats and the plant communities in each.A plant check list and an iNaturalist project to remember the trails you walked, the plants you saw, and the fun you had exploring this area.LOGISTICS:Main Entrance: 14122 West Indiantown Road, JupiterMeeting Spot: Parking lot, meet at the Picnic TableRestrooms: There are no restrooms.GOOD TO KNOW:Registration is required. No walk-ins.Be on time so we can make the most of our time in the field.Rain or shine.Trail conditions can vary; portions of the trail may be wet. Uneven natural trails.Photos may be taken for social media. Let us know if you'd rather not be included.Please cancel if you can’t make it—someone else may be waiting.WHAT TO BRING:Wear comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dirty/wet.Closed toe shoes you don’t mind getting muddy or wet.Bring sun protection (hats, glasses etc.) and bug spray.Bring water and a water bottle.This is a wonderful chance to spend time outdoors, learn from top naturalists while connecting with fellow nature enthusiasts.We love seeing your nature pics! Tag us on Instagram and FacebookQuestions or accommodation requests? Reach out at Our Special Guest Guide:Marjorie Shropshire leads field journaling sessions that inspire unique approaches to nature through slow looking and being open to experiencing nature with all the senses. Looking for the small and often unobserved and documenting these surprising finds helps spark understanding and delight.She edits and produces Palmetto, the magazine of the Florida Native Plant Society, and is coauthor of the books A Step-by-Step Guide to a Florida Native Yard and Living Shorelines for Florida, published by the University Press of Florida.Marjorie has a BFA degree from the University of Miami, Coral Gables, and an MFA in Design and Visual Communication from the University of Florida.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5cc01560-2389-11f1-8500-4f0c3b0bf48e-rimg-w987-h740-dc464748-gmir.jpg About Your Guide:CJ McCartney, Environmental StewardAfter moving to South Florida from Chicago in the late nineties, CJ McCartney underwent a shift in interests. Unfettered from her company, and now living in a subtropical climate, she began cycling and hiking natural habitats and started noticing the wildlife that lived in and depended upon them for survival.Along with a changing philosophy from “Somebody ought to do something about that, to one day realizing that she could do something,” she started learning how to be a knowledgeable and effective Environmental Steward. Along with training to become a Master Gardener, she started taking a variety of botanical and horticulture classes and seminars to supplement her formal education from Harvard University in public policy and urban management.Currently, she is the Master Gardner in Residence at Ann Norton Sculpture Garden and serves on Audubon Everglades Advisory Board and several state and local Boards and committees. She leads a Conservation Conversation and Art &amp; Nature Series focusing on reconciliation ecology.Two decades later, that budding interest takes many forms – photographing nature, speaking to community groups as well as designing/installing pollinator and wildflower gardens are just some of the ways it shows up today.She approaches community service with an underlying belief that – together - we can mitigate the loss of natural habitats by creating a patch or a plot of wildlife friendly spaces to offer our homeless wildlife and native plants a safe and welcoming haven that establishes wildlife corridors while restoring biodiversity.Contact information: CJ McCartney, cjmpbc@gmail.com Instagram: @Botanizingbirdingbutterflies  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/5cfb70b0-2389-11f1-a65f-5fbb58f23dd1-rimg-w992-h740-dca59049-gmir.jpg
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  - Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  - Location: Pine Glades Natural Area
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Jupiter
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Pine Glades Natural Area
- **lat**: 26.9416271
- **long**: -80.25699949999999
- **full address**: Pine Glades Natural Area, 14122 West Indiantown Road, Jupiter, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Audubon Everglades (https://allevents.in/org/audubon-everglades/17594686)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 29 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Pine Glades Natural Area, 14122 West Indiantown Road, Jupiter, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Audubon Everglades
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
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- **Q**: What is the duration of the event?
  - **A:** 2 hours 30 minutes
- **Q**: What is the location of the event?
  - **A:** Pine Glades Natural Area
- **Q**: What is the languages of the event?
  - **A:** English
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Let's Get Botanical! ?
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