Florida is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, but few animals have as much influence on their neighbors as the gopher tortoise. Known for digging long underground burrows, these fascinating reptiles create shelter that can benefit hundreds of other species. That important role has earned the gopher tortoise a reputation as one of Florida’s true ecosystem engineers. At Camp …

Children are naturally curious. They want to know why birds fly, how fish breathe underwater, what makes plants grow, and what might be hiding beneath a fallen log. As kids grow older and their schedules become more structured, however, they may have fewer opportunities to simply explore and follow their curiosity. Camp provides a setting where asking questions is encouraged …

Thanksgiving break gives kids a welcome pause from school, but that doesn’t mean the learning, exploration, and fun have to stop. Camp Live Oak’s Thanksgiving Break Camp turns four days away from the classroom into an outdoor adventure filled with nature, hands-on activities, new friendships, and plenty of opportunities to discover something new. Held at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, …

When the sun goes down across South Florida, an entirely different group of animals begins to emerge. Among the most fascinating are Florida’s bats. These nighttime flyers may sometimes be misunderstood, but they play an incredibly important role in keeping local ecosystems healthy. For children who love wildlife, learning about bats is also a great way to discover how nature …

Ask any child what they love most about camp, and chances are they’ll tell you that no two days are ever the same. That’s one of the things that makes camp such an exciting experience. At Camp Live Oak, every day brings new opportunities to explore, discover, and learn through hands-on adventures in the outdoors. Whether campers are paddling across …