In The News
See What’s Making Headlines at Hobe Sound Nature Center
Stay up to date with the latest happenings at the Hobe Sound Nature Center! Here, you’ll find recent media coverage, community highlights, and exciting stories that showcase our programs, wildlife encounters, and conservation efforts. It’s a great way to see how we’re making an impact in our local community.
Volunteer of the Month Mark Belli
We are proud to recognize Mark Belli as our Volunteer of the Month for March!
Mark’s reliability, positivity, and willingness to wear multiple hats, make him an invaluable part of our team. His work may often happen quietly in the background, but its impact is felt everywhere. Thank you, Mark, for playing such an essential role in keeping our spaces safe, welcoming, and ready for learning each day!
Volunteer of the Month Kelly Parry-Sanchez
Volunteer of the month, Kelly Parry-Sanchez is a rock star! Her dedication to the mission of the nature center is evident through her investment in assisting with animal care, leading weekly museum programs, and supporting off-site outreach events. As a retired special education teacher of 40 years, she is a natural at engaging learners of all ages and abilities with patience, creativity, and care. She consistently goes above and beyond, always making herself available and maintaining a stellar attendance record.
Volunteer of the Month - Jim Mandeville
Please join us in celebrating Jim Mandeville on being our Volunteer of the Month!!
Volunteer of the Month - Thierry DiManche
Please join us in celebrating Thierry DiManche on reaching an incredible milestone at the Hobe Sound Nature Center—1,000 volunteer hours!
Volunteer of the Month Patrick Dolan
We love our volunteers at the Hobe Sound Nature Center! Congratulations to Patrick Dolan, our May volunteer of the month. We appreciate all you do!
New Pollinator Garden Takes Flight at Hobe Sound Nature Center
A new butterfly garden is flourishing at the Hobe Sound Nature Center thanks to the dedication of volunteers Cindy and Karlheinz Hass. The couple, who have lived in the area for 18 years, designed and planted the garden with a focus on native Florida plants, creating a habitat where visitors can witness the full life cycle of butterflies.