If you are like me, I am inspired by the beauty of nature and love to "stop and smell the roses." And sometimes a little information goes a long way to find balance between beautifying our landscaping and preserving nature. Guided park tours that inspire and inform are a great way to spend the day. The University of Florida Master Gardeners are offering free guided tours to teach about the importance of the mangroves ecosystems, how to identify native and non-native plants, experience habitats of a variety of wildlife, and more! Their website states "Each Master Gardener is a volunteer and has had extensive training regarding gardening in Southwest Florida." If you are looking for events locally, you can check out EventBrite.com
