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Camp Bayou Plans An Open House

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The Tampa Tribune

Published: November 19, 2008

RUSKIN - Fresh air and barbecue are on the menu at the Camp Bayou Outdoor Center on Dec. 6 for its annual open house.

Wander through gopher tortoise habitat, chase a butterfly and meander along the Little Manatee River beginning at 9 a.m.

In the meantime, browse native plants for sale, participate in an archaeological dig, tour a recreated Native American village or visit the fossil museum.

The festivities last until 2 p.m. and include guided walking tours in the wetlands and highlands, wildlife art and aquatic exploration along the river. Admission is free, but some events require a small fee.

The barbecue dinner, an annual fundraiser for the outdoor center, is $10 per person. Vegetarian items will be available.

"My husband does the smoking, and I make all the sides, and we only make enough for 50 or 60, so come early," director Dolly Cummings warned.
Camp Bayou is a 160-acre preserve off State Road 674 at the end of 24th Street Southeast in Ruskin. It is a prime location for hikers, birders, butterfly enthusiasts and anyone who wants to fish in the Little Manatee River or just enjoy the view.

For information, call (813) 363-5438.

Yvette C. Hammett

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