Join us for a fun trip to Camp Bayou Learning Center!

Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center in Ruskin, FL, is a 160-acre nature preserve and environmental education center located within the Little Manatee River Watershed. It offers a variety of activities, including guided canoe tours, educational programs, opportunities for passive recreation like wildlife watching and nature photography. The center also features a visitor's center, trails, a butterfly habitat, and native camp, along with exhibits and programs that promote appreciation for local history, culture, and natural resources.

Free event and free transportation from and to the recreation center will be provided. Spots are limited.

Learn more about Senior Outdoor Active Recreation (SOAR).

Things to know

  • This event is free
  • Participants must be 50 and older
  • Registration is required and spots are limited
  • Participants should meet at the community center
  • Weather related cancellations possible
  • Maximum of 14 participants

Things to bring

  • Binoculars
  • Bug spray
  • Camera
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Water in refillable container
  • Appropriate clothing and shoes

Contact

If you have any questions, please email Ronald Housenick or call (813) 410-4089.

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Last Modified: 9/16/2025, 2:34:06 PM
November 2025