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Ekker Nature Preserve and Rocky Creek Trails Nature PreserveThe Ekker Nature Preserve features recently restored freshwater ponds, marsh, and forested wetlands. The 1-mile hiking trail winds through former pine plantations that are being restored to more diverse native flatwoods and upland forest.The Friends of the County Parks, established in 1988, is a group of concerned citizens joining together to promote financial and community support to the Hillsborough County Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Department. They develop public awareness of recreation as an important part of day-to-day life.  Funds provided by The Friends of the County Parks are used as a supplement to the Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department budget and does not replace allocated tax dollars. These additional funds helps maintain, improve, and enhance services provided by the Parks, Recreation and Conservation Department. The Friends of the County Parks enjoys a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit exemption status. Friends of the County Parks meetings are held first Thursday of each month. For more information please call the <a href="http://fl-hillsboroughcounty.civicplus.com/index.aspx?nid=99">a</a>dministrative office at 813-744-5595. Board Members:  Pete Fowler, President Jan Smith, Vice President David Braun, Vice President Katherine Tabor, Treasurer