Butterfly and Bird Day at Castellow Hammock

 Come to Butterfly & Bird Day, an all-day festival at Castellow Hammock on Saturday, September 17.  Miami-Dade County Parks,  Tropical Audubon Society, and the Miami Blue Chapter of the North American Butterfly Association have joined together to put on a “don’t miss it” day of activities, including expert speakers; bird, butterfly, and hammock walks; plant and book sales; children’s activities; and organization information tables. Get lunch and snacks at the food truck, or bring a picnic lunch; water will be provided for free.

The Bird Walk will start at 7:30 am; the festival starts at 9 am.

For the latest details, see the schedule.

Driving Directions:

1. Go south on the Turnpike Extension to Exit 12 (Caribbean Boulevard).
2. Exit right, and drive west on Caribbean Boulevard to US 1, about 1/2 mile.
3. Drive south on US 1 to SW 216 Street (Hainlin Mills Drive), and turn right.
4. Go west on SW 216 Street to SW 162 Avenue, and turn left.
5. Go south on SW 162 Avenue about 1/3 mile. Castellow Hammock Park will be on your left.