The Friends of The Largo Nature Parks

10/28/2026

Looking for something to do today? ​Get the kids outside for a fun adventure at George C. McGough Nature Park! We are running a community-wide Kids Scavenger Hunt every 2nd and 4th Wednesday.

​It's free, fun for all ages, and available all day long!

​🕵️‍♀️ How it works: Just stop by the front desk, pick up a list, and start your search. Walk around the park, spot the items, and enjoy nature!

​Here is the mission brief:
📍 Where: McGough Nature Park front desk
🗓️ When: 2nd & 4th Wed of the month
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
👤 Who: Fun for all ages!

​Bring your family, your friends, and your sense of adventure.

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10/27/2026

We will be at this trunk or treat tonight with a few owls! Hope to see some of you there. 🎃

🎃👻 TRUNK OR TREAT IS COMING! 👻🎃

Get ready for a night of fun, candy, games, music, food, prizes, and MORE! 🍬🎶🍔🎉

Bring the whole family and join us at The Salvation Army St. Pete Citadel for a spooktacular evening! 🧡

📅 Tuesday, October 27th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 3800 9th Ave North, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

🚗🎃 Come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready to TRUNK OR TREAT!

Enjoy a safe, fun night for the whole community! ❤️

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎃🍭👻

10/25/2026

We are sad to share that one of our beloved Eastern screech owls, Dilbert, has passed away. 😢

Dilbert came to us together with Spice, who is still with us, in 2014 as juveniles. They had developmental problems with their flight muscles due to either insecticides or pesticides from parent to egg. Because of that, they could not be released into the wild. Instead, they found a safe home and a family here with us.

Some of you may remember he was housed together with Spice and Goliath for many years. Even after we built the larger habitat to house more of the screech owls together, the three of them would still often choose to stay on the same branch together.

Since screech owls typically only live about 8 years in the wild, Dilbert was actually quite old when he passed. Dilbert will be missed by everyone who cared for him and everyone who came to visit him.

Thank you for loving him along with us, and for continuing to love all of the rest of the animals at McGough Nature Park, too.

Fly high, fly free, Dilbert! 💔 We will see you again at the Rainbow Bridge. 🌈

10/23/2026

Tonight is Owl-o-ween at McGough Nature Park .
We cannot wait to see all the creative costumes!

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🦉🎃 Owl-O-Ween is Coming to McGough Nature Park! 🎃🦉

Mark your calendars for a spooktacular evening in the park! Join us for Owl-O-Ween, a fun Halloween celebration for the whole family. Wear your costumes and come take a walk around our trail as the sun sets. Stop by our decorated shelters along the path for some trick-or-treating.

Event Details:
Admission: $5 per person (pay at the entrance on the day of the event). Kids 2 and under are free!
There will be a scavenger hunt and an opportunity to vote for the best decorated shelter.

Location: McGough Nature Park
Date: Oct 23rd
Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Chick-fil-A and Beach Bunny's Coffee and Cones LLC will also be on site selling food and drink.

What to Bring: Flashlights and candy bags are highly recommended. Since you will be out in the woods at dusk, applying bug spray before you arrive for your walk is also suggested!

🎨 Calling All Halloween Craft Vendors! 🎨
We are looking for local craft vendors to set up under our large pavilion during the event!
Vendor Fee: $30 per table.
What’s Included: We provide your table and a large bag of candy for you to hand out to trick-or-treaters.

Details: Registration is limited to 10 tables. Vendors must arrive no later than 4:30 PM to set up.
Registration: Open now! Signups began August 1st, so be sure to reserve your spot soon before tables sell out.

Bring your family, your flashlights, your candy bags, and your Halloween spirit. We can't wait to see you there! 🍂🍁

10/17/2026

Halloween Poetry Walk (Self Led)

Get ready for a spooky stroll with our Halloween Poetry Walk! This self-led event lets you explore eerie poems at your own pace. Perfect for those who love a little chill with their literature. Bring your friends and enjoy the creepy vibes as you wander through hauntingly beautiful verses. No guide needed – just your curiosity and a love for Halloween fun!

🎃 Location: George C. McGough Nature Park
🎃 Date: Saturday, October 24
🎃 Time: 10 AM - 2 PM
🎃 Ages: All ages
🎃 Cost: Free

10/17/2026

Whooo you gonna call? Florida Ghost Hunters!
Reminder this event is tonight.

Join us for the chills as they share experiences of their investigations of things that go bump in the night.

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👻 Are you ready to meet the things that go bump in the night? 🕵️‍♀️

​McGough Nature Park is hosting a very special event for those curious about the paranormal! Join us as we welcome the expert team from Florida Ghost Hunters.

​These investigators have explored hundreds of locations, from private residences and businesses to historical museums, old jails, estates, pre-revolutionary ruins, and even a haunted navy ship. They promise to share compelling evidence and stories that can make a believer out of even the most die-hard skeptic!

​If you are curious about ghosts, haunted houses, and the unexplained, this is an event you don't want to miss. Meet the team, hear their accounts, and explore the mysteries of the local area with instructor Peggy Maguire.

​Here are the details you need to know:
​👉 Instructor: Peggy Maguire
👉 Where: George C. McGough Nature Park
👉 When: October 17th
👉 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
👉 Audience: Adult (Ages 18+)
👉 Price: $5 per person

​Bring your curiosity and join us for a fascinating, and perhaps chilling, evening in the park!

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10/16/2026

Guided Nature Tour with the FL Master Gardeners

Join us for a fun and informative in-person adventure led by the knowledgeable FL Master Gardeners! Explore local flora, learn gardening tips, and connect with fellow nature lovers. Perfect for all ages and skill levels. Don’t miss out on this chance to get inspired and enjoy the great outdoors!

Location: George C. McGough Nature Park
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Ages: All ages
Cost: Free

10/06/2026

Bring your family and friends for a gentle, guided morning walk under the canopy at George C. McGough Nature Park. Our Feathered Friends Trail Walks offer a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect with nature, and learn to identify the creatures that share our park.

​We will walk the trails together, guided by a knowledgeable instructor who can answer your questions and help you spot the details that are easy to miss on your own. It's a peaceful and fun way to start your day!

​When to Join:
​Dates: Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8
​Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
​Location: The walk departs from the Nature Center.
​All ages are welcome. This is a self-paced, all-inclusive walk, and we cannot wait to see you there!

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10/03/2026

Christmas Craft Sale
Get ready for some festive fun at our in-person Christmas Craft Sale! 🎄
Find unique handmade gifts, decorations, and treats perfect for the holiday season. Come join us to support local artists and snag something special for your loved ones. Bring your friends, enjoy the holiday vibes, and make this Christmas extra crafty!

Rent a table $15 per table. All tables are 6-ft folding tables.
Please come into McGough Nature Center to reserve a spot.
❗Limited spots still available. ❗

🎄 Location: McGough Nature Park
🎄 Date: 11/7/26
🎄 Time: 9am - 1pm
🎄 Ages: All

10/03/2026

🎨 Calling All Halloween Craft Vendors! 🎨
We are looking for local craft vendors to set up under our large pavilion during the Owl-o-ween event!

Vendor Fee: $30 per table.
What’s Included: We provide your table and a large bag of candy for you to hand out to trick-or-treaters.
Registration is limited to 10 tables. Vendors must arrive no later than 4:30 PM to set up.
Registration: Open now!
❗Limited spots still available.❗

Location: McGough Nature Park
Date: Oct 23rd
Time: 5:30pm - 9:00pm