Long Key Nature Center: site for birthday parties
Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center in Davie is offering a birthday party package for children 6 to 12.
The bad news: it's $450. The good news, if you haven't been to Long Key, it rivals Anne Kolb as a nature center.
It's at 3501 S.W. 130th Ave., Davie, across from Flamingo Gardens Call 954-327-8797.
Parents can choose from four theme options, according to a county press release:
The release's words:
Science Mania: Explore the hair-raising side of science by helping generate electricity, making slime, creating volcanic eruptions, watching seltzer-powered rockets launch, and making a take-home experiment. Projects vary by age, weather, group size, and availability. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.
Nature Detectives: Pick up your magnifying glass and explore our natural area to unlock the secrets hidden in the hammock. Hands-on games and crafts help hone your detective skills. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.
Scare & Dare: A must for fans of creepy critters! Get introduced to some of Long Key’s animal residents, then compete in games for the brave and projects for those who dare. Learn where and why people eat insects. Play clothes are recommended for this party. Recommended for ages 8 to 12.
Radical Reptiles & Amphibians: Junior herpetologists, hop or slither over to Long Key to learn about our turtles, frogs, snakes, and alligator. Play frog games, create a turtle to take home, and visit some amazing animals. Recommended for ages 6 to 12.
A park naturalist will lead the group in hikes, hands-on demonstrations and other activities for one and a half hours, followed by a half-hour for cake and presents (cake and other refreshments must be provided by parents). At the end of the party, the birthday boy/girl will receive a take-home, nature-themed toy, and each child in attendance will receive a take-home goodie bag of small toys/trinkets.
There is a maximum of 20 children per party, and there must be at least one adult (18+) per 10 children in attendance. The fee is $450 per party.
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