Join a Sarasota County Environmental Specialist for a 1-hour walk in
the preserve. Discover the interesting history of the preserve and the
surrounding towns of Venice and Nokomis. Learn about people of the
Manasota Culture, the interesting stories of local pioneers, including
Dr. Fred Albee, and the luxury hotel known as the Pollyanna Inn that
once stood on this site. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful live oak and
cabbage palm hammocks and occasional glimpses of Shakett Creek as
you learn about the history of this interesting area. For details, call
311 or email parksonline@scgov.net.