Volunteer Larry Trial digs a hole for a fence post along the St. Lucie Nature Trail.

Take Pride Trail Days participants take a breather at the end of the workday.

Participants get a chance to handle a live alligator.

Casting competition.

A policeman holds a snake after presenting his DARE program.

Participants had the opportunity to meet Windspirit, a part cougar and Florida Panther.

Gatorama representative, Allen and Patty Register, explain the life of the alligator and crocodile to the crowd.

Volunteers install an irrigation system at W.P. Franklin Lock Recreation Area. Red hat - Ancel St. John, WPF Day Use Volunteer for 4 seasons.

Jacksonville District Chief of Operations, John Adams makes friends with the part cougar and Florida Panther, Windspirit.

Kids were given the chance to join a noted local artist to help paint an 8 foot by 16-foot mural of the Okeechobee ecosystem.

Park Ranger Robert Schnell and Francis and Sharon Merrow, water safety volunteer couple for 3 seasons.

Hungry participants enjoy a free breakfast.

Allan and Rosanne Dodge, water safety volunteer couple for 1 season.

Volunteers install an irrigation system at W.P. Franklin Lock Recreation Area. Red hat - Ancel St. John, WPF Day Use Volunteer for 4 seasons.