Fern Forest

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The Fern Forest Nature Center in Coconut Creek is the last remnant of what used to be a Cypress Creek flood-way and Hammock. The 247.1-acrewilderness land is full of diverse plant communities all influenced by different soil types, differences in elevation and bedrock exposure as well as human activities. In 1979, the land was purchased by Broward County from the Palm Aire Development Corporation, as a new center aimed at preserving the unique botanical features of the site.

Tradewinds Park & Stables
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Tradewinds Park is located on both the south and the north side of Sample Road in northern Broward county.  Tradewinds is one of the largest parks in the area at over 600 acres.  It is home to the popular Butterfly World attraction on the south side of the road with athletic fields, 18-hole disc golf course and pier fresh-water fishing.

Ingrid Lee Jerry Resnick Aquatic Center
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 The Jerry Resnick Aquatic Center is a 13-acre recreational facility located in North Lauderdale FL, at 701 SW 71st Avenue. The park consists of a junior Olympic size pool, a water playground, and a two tube water slide. The facility is open from March to October and is heated during the fall and spring months. 

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Quiet Waters Park

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Quiet Waters Park is full of wonderful recreational opportunities for the entire family.  This 431+ acre park features a fun Splash Adventure area and the Ski Rixen boat-free cable led water ski area (http://www.skirixenusa.com). Splash Adventure is open seasonally and is great for kids who want to play in the water but aren't great swimmers.  The highlight is when the large BUCKET fills and dumps all over the splash area.  The kids love it.  

Hampton Pines Park

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Hampton Pines Park in North Lauderdale is a municipal park off McNab Road just west of Rock Island Road in Broward county.  The park features walking and biking trails as well as an area for volleyball.  The family can enjoy a playground and picnic area or take a ride on paddleboats on the lake.  Bring your fishing rods and fishing liscense to enjoy fishing as well.  The entrance is off Hampton Road and the dock is nearby.

Richard D. Petrillo Park

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If you're looking for a lovely neighborhood park to have a picnic and toss a frisbee, Richard D. Petrillo Park in Coral Springs is the perfect place. The park features five acres of open green space, with a scattering of trees. It is a wonderful place to wile away an afternoon in the sun. With plenty of room for young ones to play and the older ones to run, Richard D. Petrillo Park will suit families young and old. Bring a hula hoop or a soccer ball to kick around. Or perhaps plan ahead and make a scavenger hunt to play throughout the park.