Crystal River NWR was established primarily for the protection of the endangered Florida manatee. The refuge consists of twenty islands and several small parcels of land surrounded by the crystal clear, spring-fed waters of Kings Bay. Crystal River NWR is unique in that it was established specifically for the protection of the endangered West Indian manatee. The refuge aids in preserving Florida's most significant naturally occurring warm water refuge for the manatee and provides critical habitat for approximately twenty 5 percent of the nation's endangered Florida manatee population. From either Tampa or St. Petersburg (each about 50 miles south), take highway 19 north, and turn west at Paradise Point Rd. (SunTrust Bank on corner) in town of Crystal River.
Location:
Fish and Wildlife Service, 1502 SE Kings Bay Drive, Crystal River Florida 34429
Telephone
352-563-2088
Other Wildlife Viewing nearby:
(Minneola) All Care Animal Hospital
(Brooksville) All County Animal Hospital
(Leesburg) Animal Clinic
(Chiefland) Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge
(Summerfield) Country Oaks Veterinary Clinic
(Spring Hill) County Line Animal Hospital
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12/05 Coming to The Crystal River area
Florida Old Time Music Championship Dade City FL April5-6 FOTMC celebrates Old Time Music in Florida, encompassing musical styles ranging from child ballads to southern dance music of old time string bands. Contests in many old time acoustic instruments, String Band and Old Time Singing contests.
Catfish Festival Crescent City FL April5-6 Since April 1978, the Rotary Club of Crescent City has held its annual 'Catfish Festival the first Saturday of April at Crescent City's Eva Lyon's Park. This massive volunteer effort has one significant purpose: raising money for college/vocational school scholarships for the high school children in our community. After costs are paid, every dollar generated is used for scholarships.
Santa Fe Comm College Spring Arts Festival Gainesville FL April6-7 The festival is one of the three largest annual events in Gainesville and is known for its high quality, unique artwork. It is held in the downtown historic district, nestled amid restored turn-of-the century homes, stately palms and abundant azaleas. More than 130,000 visitors are anticipated each year.
George's Music Springing the Blues Festival Jacksonville Beach FL April5-7 Springing The Blues is a free outdoor blues music festival designed to celebrate America's indigenous musical form and promote support of the arts. The three-day oceanfront event features a number of renowned blues performers as well as numerous displays and activities geared for the entire family.
New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest New Smyrna Beach FL April5-7 New Smyrna Beach Balloon and Sky Fest features world class air shows .....day and night! As well as amazing live music on stage and all of the fun in the Entertainment Theater
Hernando County Fair and Youth Livestock Show Brooksville FL April5-13 Week long celebration of the county, entertainment, food, fair rides, livestock and agriculture competitions, demolition derby.
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