Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
The Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary is a scenic oasis of serenity and beauty. It spans 15 acres of coastal uplands with wetlands, scrub jays, gopher tortoises, and other wildlife thriving amongst its tall pines, oaks and palms. Visitors to the sanctuary can explore various trails that meander through a diverse ecosystem of aquascapes, longleaf sandhill, mesic flatwoods -- as well as boardwalks and bridges that make for an docile sightseeing journey.
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Attractions Near Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
USSSA Space Coast Complex
5.16km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
The USSSA Space Coast Complex is an unparalleled sports complex featuring 11 premium quality, multi-use fields for tournaments, leagues, and practices. It also includes a 10,500 square foot air-conditioned indoor facility for year-round activities. With two onsite restaurants and ample parking, this prized facility offers the ultimate sports experience in Central Florida. It is home to numerous youth and adult softball teams and hosts world-famous tournaments.
Brevard Veterans Memorial Center
6.75km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
Brevard Veterans Memorial Center honors the sacrifices of servicemen and women of Brevard County, Florida. The centerpiece of the Memorial Center is a Field of Honor with individual memorials representing each war veterans have served in. It also houses a library, exhibit hall and museum with artifacts and photographic displays covering veterans service from World War I to the present day. Additionally, located at Liberty Bell Park, the center holds annual ceremonies.
Cocoa Village
7.05km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
Cocoa Village, is a charming and eclectic cluster of stores and restaurants located by the Indian River. This hip haven offers plenty of activities for everyone in the family; the kids will love shopping at one of the unique little shops or riding the vintage carousel while parents enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the many cozy cafes. Just around the corner lies nearby Cocoa Beach which offers miles of pristine coastline, excellent surfing opportunities and loads of sun-drenched fun.
Brevard Zoo
7.71km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
More than 900 animals representing more than 195 species can be seen at the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida, United States. It was founded in 1986. They wanted a zoo to serve as a "conversation hub where people could learn about animals and nature" for Brevard County.
Brevard Zoo Linear Park
8.06km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
More than 900 animals representing more than 195 species live at the Brevard Zoo. There are four loops at the zoo: Expedition Africa, Lands of Change: Australia and Beyond, Wild Florida, and Rainforest Revealed.
Thousand Islands
8.38km from Helen & Allan Cruickshank Sanctuary
A group of natural, modified, and spoiled islands in the Banana River Lagoon are known as the Thousand Islands. Florida acquired the Thousand Islands in 1988. It leased them back to Cocoa Beach in 1991 under the condition that they are used for recreation and conservation.
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Brevard County is located in the east-central portion of the U.S. state of Florida. There are more than 100 parks and three campgrounds in the county that are managed by local government agencies. In 11 sanctuaries that protect natural ecosystems, the county's Environmentally Endangered Lands Program offers passive recreation opportunities such as hiking, wildlife viewing, biking and paddling.
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