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Nature Center Construction History
Step 1 - Preparation  If
you have visited Honeymoon Island, you may have noted the Nature Center
sign is located on bath house 3. Originally, bath house 3 was designated
to be the Nature Center. When the State reviewed our renovation plans they
determined that both bath house 3 and 4 were at risk of significant damage
over time due to coastal erosion and must be moved. After surveys, research,
and discussion, it was decided that bath house 4 would become the Nature
Center and be moved to the east side of the island. Bath house 3 is also
planned to be moved further into the parking areas and possibly split into
two smaller facilities for more convenient access.
Before the Nature CenterBath house 4 is currently located at the north end of the Honeymoon Island parking lots. It was used as one of the "Puerto Rican" vacation cottages in the movie "The Punisher." The movie was filmed in summer 2003 and released in spring 2004. All park buildings were painted gray prior to the movie filming. However, there was such a positive response from visitors who saw the movie set, that the State granted the park permission to use the tropical colors throughout the park.
Tearing Down the Walls
Park staff started
The New Site Bath house 4 will be moved to the location pictured above, following the completion of permitting requirements and planning, to the back side of the island. The Nature Center will have an excellent view of St. Joseph Sound.
Go to Step 2 - "Preparing to Move" Click here |
