- December 4, 2025
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Snigdha Beesabathuni, 17, sold bracelets she made with her grandmother in India as a fundraiser for Oakland Nature Preserve.
Several artisans displayed their creations at Oakland Nature Preserve’s Nature Fest.
Attendees loved watching these honeybees working hard.
Kid entrepreneurs Arlyn Curran, Daphne Burr, Amelia Burr and Daisy Gough were offering a plethora of handmade bracelets and other items at their Nature Fest booth.
Tyler Fontenot, of Scouts USA Troop 145, used his own body to create his sno-cone at this human-powered shaved ice machine.
Tyler Fontenot, of Scouts USA Troop 145, used his own body to create his sno-cone at this human-powered shaved ice machine.
Oliver Martin, 3, loved getting up close with the wildlife at this year’s Nature Fest.
Oakland Nature Preserve educator Jenifer Odom taught attendees about different species of snakes — and also what to do should you encounter one.
Jace Lyman, 3, rode in style atop dad Austin’s shoulders.
Orange County Library System’s Genevieve Traas and Nathaly Ruiz were on hand to sign attendees up for library cards. September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month.
Guests had a chance to explore all the beautiful sights at Oakland Nature Preserve.
Orlando Science Center’s Xander Davis taught attendees how to use a digital microscope.
Nico Cantelli, 2, spent some time with this preserved Florida black bear, which died after being hit by a car.
Margie Lewis enjoyed seeing all the arts and crafts available at this year’s Nature Fest.
For several years, Snigdha Beesabathuni, 17, has volunteered at Oakland Nature Preserve.
And just like last year, she brought bracelets she made in India with her grandmother to this year’s ONP Nature Fest to help raise money for the organization.
Beesabathuni will use all the money raised at her booth to purchase items on ONP’s Amazon Wish List.
Beesabathuni’s bracelet booth was just one of many at this year’s event, held Saturday, Sept. 20, at ONP.
Attendees were able to meet members of the environmental community; participate in animal interactions and guided hikes; enjoy boat tours on Lake Apopka; and learn about many of the animals at ONP.
