Contribute to Turkey Creek Sanctuary in memory of Don

In memory of

Don Edward Cresswell

Shrewsbury, PA

February 26, 1938 - February 15, 2022

Feb 26, 1938 - Feb 15, 2022

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Don Cresswell loved the outdoors and his absolute favorite place was Turkey Creek Sanctuary.
Turkey Creek Sanctuary is located in Palm Bay Florida. Turkey Creek Sanctuary was hit hard by Hurricanes and other inclement weather. Recently, the boardwalk was rebuilt. The money raised will help preserve this special place.
In honor of Don Cresswell, we have created this website to collect donations for the Turkey Creek Sanctuary in Palm Bay, Florida which is part of the Brevard County Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) program and the East Florida section of the Great Florida Birding Trail.
Turkey Creek Sanctuary is 130 acres of wonder, biodiversity and natural resources.
Established in 1981, the Sanctuary offers a 1.85 mile boardwalk passing through hydric (wet) hammock, mesic (moist) hammock, and sand pine scrub communities, and 1.5 miles of jogging trails through native forest, both excellent for viewing a multitude of wild life. Within the Sanctuary, there is also a 1 mile mountain bike trail with a direct connection to an additional 8 miles. As well as walking, jogging and biking, the Sanctuary can also be accessed by canoe or kayak.
The on-site Margaret Hames Nature Center, opened in 1992, offers interpretive exhibits, and environmental education programs, including nature day camps, tours, nature library and gift store.
You'll enjoy seeing manatees, alligators and Florida cooters (turtles) in the creek, and you might see an otter or a gar fish. Birds abound in the old pine canopy, including ospreys and owls.

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