SARASOTA COUNTY – Discover hidden history and turn Sarasota County parks into a classroom with the new Agents of Discovery app.

This new interactive feature is a partnership between Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources and Sarasota County University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Extension and Sustainability.   

Explore nature-based missions on the free Agents of Discovery app, an interactive way for families to turn screen time into opportunities to explore the outdoors while learning and having fun.

Beginning June 4, visit select parks to complete site-specific challenges with Field Agent Forest Parker.

Missions explore local history, habitats, wildlife and conservation efforts, and participants can earn a digital badge upon completion.

Join Sarasota County for free, in-person launch programs to get started:

• June 6: Venice Area Audubon Rookery, 4006 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34292
• July 3: Pinecraft Park, 1420 Gilbert Ave., Sarasota, FL 34239
• July 21: Red Bug Slough Preserve, 5200 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34231

All programs run from 9 to 10:30 a.m. and are best suited for ages 6 to 12. Registration is required atbit.ly/SRQAgents.

Download the app now: linktr.ee/DownloadAgentsofDiscovery

Please note park operating hours when visiting Sarasota County parks. Some locations do not allow dogs or other pets.

For more information about Agents of Discovery at Sarasota County’s Parks, visit SarasotaCountyParks.com/AOD.