MISSION STATEMENT

Protecting and Preserving Biological Diversity Through Responsible Stewardship of Brevard County’s Natural Resources

Vision Statement

The Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Program acquires, protects and maintains environmentally endangered lands guided by scientific principles for conservation and the best available practices for resources, stewardship and ecosystem management.

The EEL Program protects the rich biological diversity of Brevard County for future generations.

The EEL Program provides passive recreation and environmental education opportunities to Brevard's citizens and visitors without detracting from the primary conservation goals of the program.

The EEL Program encourages active citizen participation and community involvement

PURPOSE OF AN EEL SANCTUARY

• A place to learn about Brevard’s unique natural communities
• A resource for environmental education
• A place of wonder, contemplation and discovery
• A place to experience the real Florida
• A source of community identity