The Learning Curve According to the February 2019 AARP Bulletin, there are 5 steps to brain health. These include regular exercise, learning new things, good sleep and managing stress, eating a brain healthy diet, and strong social connections. The Learning Curve at Tree Lakes provides an opportunity to learn new things. At least once a season, there will be a learning opportunity. What would you like to learn? Some topics that have been suggested include: native Florida plants and their use in landscape or container gardening, shore birds, a brief history of Florida, the citrus industry, aquatic mammals, Manatee County history. It has also been suggested that some local field trips may be of interest. If you have suggestions, please let the Activities Board know.