Let’s get out of the bubble and go to the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens! Sit back, chat with old friends, and make new ones on the two-hour drive to the famous Lake Wales ridge. Explore a garden path or snag a $7 discounted ticket to see El Rotiro, a gorgeous museum house. Have lunch at the light and bright café. Rest your feet at the beautiful visitor center to view the museum exhibits and catch a video. Take photos on the longer garden paths and wildlife viewing areas, and soak up an outdoor Carillon concert. Meet Cheryl Peterson, Conservation Manager, who will give us a behind-the-scenes tour of their lab. Before the day flies by, be sure to visit the gift shop and maybe bring home a treasure!
DATE: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
DEPARTURE TIME: 8:00 am
RETURN TIME: 6:00 pm
BUS LOCATION: Brownwood Hotel Northwest Corner Parking Lot
Parking is permitted at the hotel that day.
BUS: Workman Transportation bus--40 people max. Onboard restroom.
COST: $49 NONREFUNDABLE. Includes transportation, entry ticket, and lunch. If you are unable to attend, you are permitted to find another FNPS member to take your place on the trip.
DRESS FOR THE WEATHER: Come prepared for rain or shine, warm or breezy.
ACCESSIBILITY: Mobility scooters are available for rent. We will have two available at no charge.
HOW TO SIGN UP: Complete the Bok Tower Trip Form. (Available at the Feb and March meetings, or download the printable copy.) Make check payable to FNPS. Pay at an FNPS meeting, or mail to Vicky McLean, 2351 Clearwater Run, The Villages, FL 32162.
FNPS MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED: If you are not a member, FNPS membership forms and dues are accepted at the meeting or you can join online at FNPS.
Wetland Walkway
El Retiro Courtyard
