McIntosh Preserve

06/01/2026

🌼🐝 June is National Pollinator Month! 🦋🌻

Did you know that nearly 1 out of every 3 bites of food we eat depends on pollinators? These incredible animals help plants reproduce by moving pollen from one flower to another, supporting healthy ecosystems and food production around the world.

When people think of pollinators, honey bees often come to mind, but many other animals play an important role, including:
🐝 Native bees
🦋 Butterflies and moths
🐞 Beetles
🐦 Hummingbirds
🦇 Bats
🐝 Wasps and other insects

Pollinators help produce fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while also supporting the wildflowers and native plants that provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Unfortunately, many pollinator populations face challenges from habitat loss, pesticide use, invasive species, and climate change. The good news is that everyone can help! Planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, and providing habitat can make a big difference.

Throughout National Pollinator Month, we'll be highlighting some of the amazing pollinators that call Florida home and sharing ways you can help support them.

Help us protect these integral species that help make the world go around. 🌎🐝🌼

05/29/2026

Sign up for Reelin' With A Ranger! We hope to see you there!

Our fan-favorite Reelin’ with a Ranger Fishing Derby is making its return, and it’s shaping up to be another great one! 🎣

Grab your crew (ages 3+) and join us for a laid-back morning of fishing, laughs, and some friendly competition. Whether you're going for the biggest catch, smallest catch, or just casting for fun, it’s all about making memories. No experience is needed — just show up ready to enjoy the day!

Our McIntosh Preserve Rangers will be on-site to lend a hand and keep the good times rolling out on the water.

🗓️ Saturday, June 13 | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Plant City Stadium (back parking lot off Gordon Food Service Dr)
💲 $12 per team (up to 6 anglers)

📣 Registration is now OPEN!
https://www.register.plantcitygov.com/plantcity

Registration Instructions:
• Only one account is needed to register your team.
• Add the Team Captain registration to your cart first.
• Once you reach the checkout page, complete the account details, sign the required disclaimers, and fill out the registration information.
• During registration, you will enter your team name and add all team members.
• Registration is only $12.00 per team.

05/29/2026

🚴‍♀️🌿 Wheels in Motion at McIntosh Preserve! 🌿🚴‍♂️

Join us on Saturday, June 13, 2026, for a fun morning bike ride through the beautiful trails of McIntosh Preserve! Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just looking to enjoy the outdoors, this is a great chance to get moving, explore nature, and connect with the community.

📅 Date: June 13, 2026
🕢 Time: Starts at 7:30 AM
📍 Location: McIntosh Preserve
775 E Knights Griffin Rd

Bring your bike, water, and a sense of adventure! Helmets are strongly encouraged.

We hope to see you out on the trail! 🚲✨

05/20/2026

🐍 Meet one of our slithery residents — the Corn Snake! 🐍

Despite their dramatic looks, corn snakes are non-venomous and play an important role in the environment by helping control rodent populations. They’re generally shy snakes that would much rather avoid people than cause trouble!

A few fun facts:
🍂 Corn snakes (sometimes called red rat snakes) are excellent climbers and can even scale trees.
🌽 Their name may come from the corn-like pattern on their bellies or because they were often found near grain stores hunting mice.
🧡 Their beautiful orange and red coloring helps them blend into leaves and forest floors.

While corn snakes are not dangerous to humans, we still encourage everyone to admire wildlife from a respectful distance. Even non-venomous snakes can bite if they feel scared or stressed, and handling wildlife improperly can injure the animal as well.

Our staff are trained in safe wildlife handling, so if you spot a snake during a program or out in the parks, the best thing you can do is give it space and enjoy the sighting safely. 🐍✨