Field Trip: Exclusive Florida Sugar Cane League Tour – A Sweet Adventure!

Exclusive Florida Sugar Cane League Tour – A Sweet Adventure!

Date: March 26, 2025
Time: TBD (Pickup from Tractor Supply/Publix Parking Lot in Loxahatchee, FL.  Address and details coming soon)
Cost: FREE for PBCBA members & their friends & families (Registration opens to the public after February 29), First Come First Serve, Register Early to secure your spot

🌾 Get ready for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Florida’s Sugarcane industry! 🌾

PBCBA has been accepted to attend the Florida Sugar Cane League’s All-Day Tour, an incredible journey through the heart of Florida’s sugarcane country. This is a unique opportunity to explore the agricultural backbone of our state and see firsthand how sugarcane is grown, harvested, and processed!  This tour is FREE to members!!

What You’ll Experience:

✅ Travel through miles of sugarcane fields with expert guides explaining the industry’s history and environmental practices.
✅ Witness a live sugarcane cutting demonstration!
✅ Visit BMP (Best Management Practices) boards to learn how water conservation and sustainability play a role in sugarcane farming.
✅ Stop by Lake Okeechobee and take in the breathtaking views of one of Florida’s largest lakes.
✅ Get an inside look at the U.S. Sugar Mill – stay on the bus as we drive through and learn about sugar milling!
✅ Visit the Clewiston Historical Exhibit to explore local agricultural history.
✅ Enjoy a complimentary lunch courtesy of the Florida Sugar Cane League.
✅ FREE Goodie Bag – Every guest receives a bag of sugar and fun surprises to take home!

Important Notes:

🔹 Must be 18 or over!
🔹 Closed-toe shoes are required.
🔹 There will be short periods of walking on gravel and uneven terrain.
🔹 The bus is not equipped for motorized wheelchairs, but walkers are welcome.
🔹 Expect some sun exposure – dress accordingly!
🔹 Bring a sweater for cooler temperatures on the bus and in Clewiston.

🚨 Space is VERY limited! This tour is currently only open to PBCBA members and their friends & families. Registration will open to the public after February 29 if space allows.

🎟 Reserve your spot NOW before it fills up! Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind agricultural adventure!