Fri–Sun & federal holidays, entry 7am–3pm (out by 5pm)
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive · Orlando
The St. Johns River Water Management District's one-way, 11-mile Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive winds through restored marshes where 377 bird species have been recorded, plus alligators and bobcats. Drive in on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays between 7am and 3pm; all vehicles out by 5pm. Allow 1–3 hours. Leashed dogs allowed; no trailers or vehicles over 25 feet.
Volunteers lead free public tram tours of the Orlando Wetlands on Fridays and Saturdays. From November to April tours leave between 9am and 2:15pm (May to October, until 1:15pm). First come, first served in groups of 10 or fewer; no reservations. Donations to the Friends of the Orlando Wetlands are welcome but not required.
Orange County's Barber Park offers free pickleball open play on Mondays and Fridays from 9am to noon for ages 18 and up. Check the park's court calendar before heading out.
Winter Park History Museum manager Dena Salas tells how citrus shaped Winter Park, from the Temple orange and Lue Gim Gong to Hannibal Square and the railroads, in this Life Explorers talk at Mead Garden's Azalea Lodge. Light refreshments and coffee. Doors open 9:30am. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 10 to 11:30am.
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