About
Environmental Education & Outreach includes Creekside Environmental Ed for Kids (CrEEK), which serves K-12 students and includes activities such as catching bugs with a sweep net, dipnetting for invertebrates in the creek, guided nature hikes, and science journaling. It also offers ACT Events & Outings for all ages, with monthly events that typically take place in the spring and fall, and Young Leaders for Wild Florida (YLWF) for high school and early college-aged students.
Programs
- ACT Events & Outings — all ages · Monthly; events typically take place in the spring and fall
- Creekside Environmental Ed for Kids (CrEEK) — K-12
- Young Leaders for Wild Florida (YLWF) — high school and early college-aged students; application text says all youth ages 16-20 living or studying in and around Alachua County · Each year; 2026 summit is a three day event · Donation-based program.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
About the provider
ACT has been in operation since 1988 and is an accredited nonprofit regional land trust. Its mission is to protect the natural, historic, scenic, and recreational resources in and around North Central Florida. ACT hosts monthly outdoor events and outings, works with local partners to provide environmental education to K-12 school children from Title-I schools and summer camps, and provides students and young people with training in the conservation field through internships and summer programs. It also provides support for busing and supplies for CrEEK.
ACT says it is committed to equipping everyone with the tools needed to protect and conserve Florida’s lands. The CrEEK Program is described as donation-supported by listed supporters and partners. The YLWF program is donation-based and applications are open now and close June 1st.
What families say
“This program made my connection and dedication to the environment deepen in so many new ways. Being able to interact, share, and learn from others who had the same love for conservationism and nature was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life, and the memories of this program will always stay with me.” — Delena N., 2022 Participant
Last updated November 10, 2026.
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