More than a millenium ago, European explorers landed on the sandy coast what is now called Florida's Space Coast. And ever since people continue to be drawn to our area because of its natural beauty and resources. As the site of one of the largest bird watching festivals in the country, Florida's Space Coast is bursting at the seams with green space and natural habitat, which creates great recreational opportunties for any nature lover to enjoy.
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| Jordan Scrub Sanctuary | |
 | Address Marie Street Phone 321•255•4466 |
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DESCRIPTION A variety of habitat types can be found in Jordan Scrub Sanctuary a 354-acre sanctuary such as scenic lakes, seasonal marshes, and scrubby flatwoods. While hiking through the sanctuary's diverse habitats, bald eagles can be spotted fishing for meals in . . . | |
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| Kelly Park East | |
| Address 2550 N. Banana River Dr. Phone/Fax 321•455•1380 |
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DESCRIPTION Kelly Park East features a natural catamaran/sailboard launch area and lighted 4-lane boat ramp with adjacent parking for cars and boat trailers. Located on the shores of the Banana River in central Merritt Island, FL Kelly Park East's a paved walkway connects a medi . . . | |
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| Liberty Bell Memorial Museum/Honor America | |
| Address 1601 Oak St. Phone/Fax 321•727•1776 |
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DESCRIPTION The Liberty Bell Museum and their trustees, Honor America goals are to inspire pride in American citizenship by increasing awareness of American ideals and accomplishments. By being an educational resource for national, state and local history, Honor America hopes to advance o . . . | |
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| Maritime Hammock Sanctuary | |
| Address 6200 S Highway A1A Phone 321•723•3556 |
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DESCRIPTION The Maritime Hammock Sanctuary is in the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge west of A1A on Melbourne's barrier island. This 150-acre sanctuary features a hiking trail with 2 bridges, boardwalk over wetland areas, and an observation deck over a marsh pond. . . . | |
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| Melbourne Air Boat Rides | |
| Phone 321•288•3997 |
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DESCRIPTION Get a first hand glimpse of Florida's beautiful wetlands, wildlife and landscape with Airboat Rides Melbourne! Located in Melbourne, FL, Airboat Rides Melbourne is just a short drive from Orlando, Daytona Beach, Vero Beach, Sebastian, and the Space Center! Their state-of-t . . . | |
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| Micco Scrub Sanctuary | |
| Address 500 Micco Road Phone 321•255•4466 |
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DESCRIPTION The Micco Scrub Sanctuary protects 1,322 acres of Brevard’s remaining scrubby flatwoods and mesic flatwoods habitat. This mosaic of seasonal marshes and dry flatwoods shelters many indigenous species of plants and animals that cannot be found anywhere else in the county. . . . | |
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| Native Son Fishing Charters | |
| Address 1712 Saint Djorge Court Phone 321•986•9588 |
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DESCRIPTION Enjoy the finest light tackle fishing for Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and Trout the Orlando area has to offer with Native Son Fishing Charters. This charter is helmed by three of greater Orlando’s finest fishing guides | |
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| Oars & Paddles Park | |
| Address 1329 Banana River Drive Phone 321•255•4400 |
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DESCRIPTION Oars & Paddles Park is an unique public park popular for non-motorized recreational water-based activities such as canoeing, rowing, and paddling. Maintained by Brevard County Parks and Recreations, Oars & Paddles Park is nesteled on the sho . . . | |
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| Parrish Park‑Titusville, Florida | |
| Address 1 A. Max Brewer Memorial Parkway Phone 321•264•5037 |
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DESCRIPTION Parrish Park is an urban district river park situated on both sides of SR-402 at the A. Max Brewer Causeway in Titusville, FL. Consisting of 36.6-acres, Parrish Park provides convenient access to the Indian River for fishing, water sports, sunba . . . | |
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| Porcher House | |
| Address 434 Delannoy Ave. Phone 321•639•3500 |
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DESCRIPTION The Porcher House is located in the heart of charming downtown Cocoa Village, the City of Cocoa's established Historic District. Open to the general public to enjoy and explore, The Porcher house is also a popular place for meetings, weddings, private . . . | |
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