In 2015, Norma and Larry Ellis drove down from Ashburn, VA to bring Bok Tower Gardens a very special donation. Mr. Ellis’ great grandfather is Horace Burrell who, along with son Edward, was the builder … Read More
Bok Tower Gardens Teen Ambassador Program
Looking for volunteer hours? Become a Bok Tower Gardens Teen Ambassador Bok Ambassadors are students from 13 to 18 years-old who have been accepted into this internship program and serve as volunteer educators. Why Become … Read More
Volunteer to improve habitat for the rare Lakela’s Mint!
Come join us for Habitat Improvement days for the rare Lakela’s Mint in Fort Pierce! First Friday of each month: November through April (except January) The public is invited to help improve Scrub habitat for … Read More
Post Irma Rare Plant Rescue
In the aftermath of a hurricane, we typically think of flooding, destruction, and humanitarian disasters. Most of us don’t think about rare plants. . . most of us, that is. After Hurricane Irma, Highlands Hammock … Read More
Scrub Plums Transplanted to Conservation Beds
On June 19th, Mike Ball and Phil Gonsiska conducted an endangered plant rescue at a site slated for development near Clermont. The site was a ten-acre, slightly overgrown scrub remnant. Penny Cople, of Breedlove, Dennis, … Read More
Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitos this Summer
Spending time outside is always great, especially if it’s relaxing with friends and family. However, what’s not so great is the annoying bugs that fly around, especially mosquitos! Not only do they make obnoxious noises, … Read More
St. Lucie County Seeks Volunteers to Help with Endangered Species
St. Lucie County is seeking volunteers to assist in the removal of exotic and overgrown vegetation at the county’s Lakela’s Mint Preserve to protect the endemic Lakela’s Mint population on Saturday, June 3 and Saturday, … Read More
Science Class tastings blossom at Kathleen Elementary
Kathleen Elementary’s garden began as an idea by Danielle Emmons, Science Coach, to extend the classroom beyond the walls of the building. She wanted to integrate experiential learning opportunities for the 4th grade Science classes.
Four Best Buds
Jane Henderson, Lynn Hamel, JoRene Nevitt and Carol Livezey had not met before joining our volunteer family; however, through their volunteer efforts a wonderful friendship has been cultivated. Edward Bok was a huge proponent of … Read More
Faded to Fabulous: Preserving the Pinewood Estate Frog Fountain
Conservators from Rosa Lowinger & Associates – Conservation of Art + Architecture are working diligently preserving and uncovering amazing details to the historic 1920 frog fountain at Pinewood Estate. Restoring efforts include removing the calcified … Read More