Enchanted Forest Sanctuary

A "Flagship" sanctuary, the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary is the first property that was purchased by the Brevard County EEL Program. This 470-acre forest is part of a sanctuary network that the EEL Program is working to establish in the county.

Located in the southern limits of the City of Titusville, the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary preserves a diversity of natural habitats. Several miles of hiking trails allow visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the region. Wildlife observation, nature photography, and hiking are popular recreational activities. A wonderful wealth of plant life also abounds as both temperate (northern) and subtropical (southern) species grow in the Sanctuary together. The Management & Education Center interprets the Sanctuary's unique natural features for visitors of all ages and abilities.

There are five basic habitat types found at the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary: Oak scrub, mesic and hydric hammock, wet prairie, and pine flatwood. Wildlife species found here include the Eastern indigo snake, Florida scrub lizard, gopher tortoise, white-tailed deer, and bobcat.

Activities

Do's and Don'ts

• Biking is not permitted in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary
• Do not feed, disturb, or harm wildlife.
• Pets, smoking, alcohol, and motorized vehicles are prohibited. No hunting allowed.
• Stay on the trail for personal safety and protection of the natural environment.
• Removal of plants, animals, archeological, or cultural resources is prohibited.

Enchanted Forest Free School Study Trips

Study trips run from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tuesday through Thursday. All study trips include a 30-minute lunch break and a 45-minute hike through the woods.

All Grade Levels: General Guided Hike and Presentation

Dive into the wild worlds of scrub and hammock habitats, discovering the amazing flora and fauna of these Florida ecosystems! 1-1.5 hours.

Grades VPK-K: Nature Senses

Explore the five senses and learn how animals use them to survive. Enjoy a hike, hand-on activities, and meet our red rat snake Ember! 2-2.5 hours.

Grades 1-2: Scrub Explorers

Discover the unique plants and animals of our scrub habitat through an interactive hike and hands-on activities. 2-2.5 hours.

Grades 3-8: Tortoise Tracks

Delve into the mysterious world of gopher tortoises! Channel your inner scientist to unveil the mysteries of these secretive critters and their burrows! 2.5-3 hours.

Grades 6-8: (can also be 9-12): A Forest On Fire

Learn how and why we spend so much time setting Florida on Fire. This program focuses on the benefits of prescribed burns for both humans and animals. Enjoy a hike, do fire related worksheets and discover why Fire is actually a great thing! 2.5-3 hours.

Grades 9-12: Soil-in-the-Scrub Field Study

Become a Florida scrub ecologist. Study plant diversity, soil permeability, and the effects of prescribed burns. This hands-on experience deepens ecological knowledge and highlights human impact on delicate habitats. 3-4 hours.

To schedule your group please fill out the Study Trip Request Form.

Enchanted Forest Sanctuary Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are essential to the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary. Join in the fun while you help preserve the Sanctuary's natural beauty for the future.

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Here are just some of the ways you can become involved and share your talents.

• Interpretive Guiding
• Greeting Visitors
• Hike Desk
• Hosting
• Environmental Education
• Interpretive Exhibits
• Sanctuary Monitoring
• Exotic Plant Control
• Maintenance and Repairs
• Landscaping
• Photography
• Grant Writing
• Newsletter

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