This Florida sandhill crane [Grus canadensis] keeps a wary eye on the photographer as he forages for food in a marsh near Torino Parkway.

Port St. Lucie is a water-focused city where residential areas meet nature preserves. The St. Lucie River runs through the heart of the community, splitting suburban streets from thick mangroves.

At Stars & Stripes Park in Tradition this eye-catching gyroscopic globe anchors the park’s solar system display.

Ascenic view of the St. Lucie River where you can take in the beauty of our local waterways and even spot wildlife like turtles, birds and alligators.

The Florida scrub jay is the only species of bird native to the state and is a favorite of local birders as it is found nowhere else in the world.

The Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens is an oasis amid the hustle and bustle of our growing city.

This yellow-crowned night heron stands along the shore of the North Fork of the St. Lucie River at Veterans Park, searching for something to eat.

Tradition Square has an old-town atmosphere and, just like in days past, it is the site of many community events.