Guided Hike at Caracara Prairie Preserve

**Join me with Collier Conservation for a guided hike through Caracara Prairie Preserve, one of Conservation Collier’s oldest preserves, followed by some additional hiking along the CREW Cypress Dome Trails!** **I have 5 guests passes reserved for SW Florida Solos!! Event is sold out!** **Our adventure begins with a 3.5-mile guided hike led by a Conservation Collier land manager. We’ll explore palm and oak hammocks, seasonal marshes, pine flatwoods, and open prairie habitats while learning about the preserve’s history, ecosystems, and native wildlife. The event us sold out!** **We’ll follow the established Red Trail and get a sneak peek at one of the preserve’s newer trails!** **The preserve is named after the Crested Caracara, a distinctive bird of prey that nests in the area. Keep an eye out for wading birds, raptors, migratory birds, and other native wildlife along the way.** **After our guided hike, we’ll continue exploring CREW Cypress Dome, adding approximately 1.5 miles to bring our total adventure to around 5 miles.** **What to Expect** * **Total Distance: Approximately 5 miles** * **Guided Hike: 3.5 miles at Caracara Prairie Preserve** * **Additional Hiking: 1.5 miles at CREW Cypress Dome** * **Terrain: Relatively flat, with some uneven or muddy sections and possible puddles** * **Duration: Approximately 4 hours, including our guided experience** * **What to Bring: Plenty of water, sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat, snacks, and comfortable hiking shoes** **Meeting Location** **CREW Cypress Dome Trails** **3980 Corkscrew Road, Immokalee, FL 34142** **Please arrive by 8:30 AM Our guided hike begins promptly at 9:00 AM, so we’ll meet 15 minutes early to get organized.**