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The 9.3-acre site sits on the south side of Shakett Creek just east of U.S. Highway 41 in Nokomis. The site contains pine flatwoods on the upland areas with mangrove fringe along the creek.

Importance
This site is waterfront property within a highly urbanized area. Conservation of the site will provide important natural areas for wading birds and raptors and help maintain the estuarine environment within Shakett Creek. An active osprey nesting platform has been installed on the site. In addition, the site provides valuable open space and water access for residents.

Status
The County closed on two parcels totaling 7.5 acres in June 2002. A Florida Communities Trust grant was awarded for 40% ($437,972) of the acquisition costs. The Board of County Commissioners approved Pocono Trail Preserve as the official name for this site in September 2006. Negotiations continue intermittently on the single parcel inholding, but no agreement has been reached.

Public Amenities at Pocono Trail Preserve