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SUMMARY:Clearwater Audubon Society Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a guided hike on Moccasin Lake’s nature trail while seeking birds by sight and sound. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Meet in Moccasin Lake Parking Lot. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/clearwater-audubon-society-bird-walk-2/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Marine Life,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Raptors,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> IN PERSON REGISTRATION <<<\n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION <<< \nNOTE: Pick-up of workshop items/giveaways for on-site attendees will be on the date of the workshop or by rescheduling with the workshop presenter. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n***PLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $5.00 registration fee per household for this workshop. Please be advised\, if our records indicate that you or another member of your household attended this workshop in the past\, you will not be eligible to attend and your registration fee will not be refunded\, is non- transferrable\, and may not be credited toward a future workshop.*** \nAttending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop-11/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T220654Z
UID:10000372-1675501200-1675504800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Science Sprouts
DESCRIPTION:Budding scientists ages 2-5 can bring their favorite grown-up to explore and discover a variety of science and nature topics in the Mosaic Backyard Universe. The program sparks kids’ natural curiosity using imaginative play\, crafts\, stories\, songs and more! Please note: This program does not include Museum admission. \n\nOn Saturday\, June 4\, explore “In the Deep Ocean”\nOn Saturday\, June 11\, explore “Swirly Whirly Snails”\nOn Saturday\, June 18\, explore “Manatee Mischief”\nOn Saturday\, June 25\, explore “Busy Buzzin’ Bees”\nWhen/Where: 9-10am every Saturday in the Mosaic Backyard Universe\nCost: $12 per child for members of the Discovery Society; $15 per child for all others. (Includes one adult per child.)\nAdvance reservations required. Attendance limited to 12 children.\n\nRegister now\nThe Bishop follows the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels guidelines. Please visit www.CDC.gov to see the current Manatee County Community Level before visiting. Masks must be worn indoors when Community Levels are high.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/science-sprouts/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Bishop Museum of Science and Nature\, 201 10th St. West\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Marine Life,Native Flora & Fauna,Science & Technology,Story Time,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T100000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Walk LLP
DESCRIPTION:This program is led by the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson and Tina Patterson and supported by Tampa Audubon. \nCome and learn about the real natural Florida and why it is so important to protect it during a plant walk at Lettuce Lake. The walks take place the first Saturday of the month\, with no walks in July\, August or December. \nMeet in the visitor center for a short orientation slide show\, then the walk is on the park’s boardwalk and nature trails. \nAdvance registration is required. \nThings to know \n\nProgram is free\, but the $2 per vehicle (up to eight people) park entry fee applies\nWalk will last approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours\nExpect to walk 1 mile\nMaximum of 25 participants\nFor larger parties\, please email Suncoast Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson\nMeet at the Visitor’s Center\n\n\nThings to bring\n \n\nWater\nComfortable shoes\nSunscreen\nHat\, if needed
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/native-plant-walk-llp/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Emerson Point Preserve Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Manatee County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers on an educational stroll. \nCasually stroll through the beautiful Emerson Point Preserve and learn about Florida’s native plants and inhabitants of a coastal environment. \nSuitable for all ages. \nMeet at the first parking area on the RIGHT at the Observation Tower (not at the classroom) at 9AM. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact Katie Granberg\, katiebg@ufl.edu\, (941) 722-4524 x 1815 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/emerson-point-preserve-tour-2/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Emerson Point Preserve\, 5801 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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UID:10002053-1675501200-1675508400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Saturday Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\nExplore the mangrove and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island on this guided hike of the Preserve. Learn about the coastal environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of the island. This tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length may be up to two miles. This hike may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so please prepare accordingly. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nProceeds from this program go to the Friends of Weedon Island. The Friends support the Weedon Island Preserve through education\, preservation and protection of its habitats\, ecology\, and cultural history. Become a Friend today!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/saturday-guided-hike/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T090000
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UID:10001253-1675501200-1675551600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Weedon Walkabout
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\nExplore the mangrove and upland ecosystems of the Weedon Island Preserve on a guided walk of the Tower Boardwalk. This tour will include a visit to the Preserve’s 45 ft. tall Observation Tower for a 360 degree view of the area. Learn about the coastal environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of Weedon Island. Total walk length will be just under 1 mile. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. This tour is recommended for adults and youth ages 7 and up. \nProceeds from this program go to the Friends of Weedon Island. The Friends support the Weedon Island Preserve through education\, preservation and protection of its habitats\, ecology\, and cultural history. Become a Friend today! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/weedon-walkabout-9/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T110000
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UID:10002066-1675503000-1675508400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Microirrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to save water watering your garden. \nLearn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water\, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \n>>> IN PERSON REGISTRATION <<<\n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION <<< \nNOTE: Pick-up of workshop items/giveaways for on-site attendees will be on the date of the workshop or by rescheduling with the workshop presenter. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \nPLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $5.00 registration fee per household for this workshop. Please be advised\, if you or someone in your household has already attended this workshop or if you reside outside of Hillsborough County\, you are not eligible to attend and your registration fee will not be refunded\, nor is it transferrable to another party or workshop. \nAttending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/microirrigation-workshop-13/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.9914092;-82.3022317
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T160000
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CREATED:20230201T203500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T203500Z
UID:10002085-1675504800-1675526400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:RAPTOR FEST
DESCRIPTION:All ages welcome! FREE ADMISSION.\n\nJoin us for a fiercely fun event celebrating raptors!\n\nTrained raptors in free flight\nLearn about Florida’s native raptor species\nPhoto ops with live birds of prey\nEnvironmental exhibitors\nActivities for children & families\nBird walks & MUCH MORE\n\n\nFREE parking and shuttle service available at Lakewood High School and Lake Vista Recreation Center. Proceeds support the Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the Birds of Prey Program.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/raptor-fest-4/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Exhibits,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Raptors,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T120000
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UID:10002067-1675508400-1675512000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff\, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.). \n>>> IN PERSON REGISTRATION <<<\n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION <<< \nNOTE: Pick-up of workshop items/giveaways for on-site attendees will be on the date of the workshop or by rescheduling with the workshop presenter. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \nPLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $5.00 registration fee per household for this workshop. Please be advised\, if you or someone in your household or at your address has already attended this workshop or if you reside outside of Hillsborough County\, you are not eligible to attend and your registration fee will not be refunded\, nor is it transferrable to another party or workshop. \nAttending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-11/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T195902Z
UID:10001272-1675508400-1675522800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Planetarium Day
DESCRIPTION:The East Lake Community Library and the Brooker Creek Preserve are teaming up to bring MOSI’s Star Lab to the Preserve! \nThe Museum of Science and Industry’s portable planetarium will re-create the night sky complete with stars\, galaxies and constellations! Attendees will learn how to interpret the night sky and listen to stories about the stars with MOSI staff. For ages 5 and up. \nWe are offering one show each hour from 11:00AM to 3:00PM in the auditorium. Each show will last about 45 minutes in length. Space is limited\, and registration is required. Choose your time slot from the ticket options. Shows will begin promptly at their start times. Please arrive on time as we cannot accommodate attendees if they are late. If you reserve a ticket and can no longer attend please cancel your ticket ASAP so that others may have a chance to enjoy the show. \nImportant Additional Notes: It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 3-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the Education Center buildings. This event will be held in our auditorium. Portions of our boardwalk are closed for reconstruction. Please follow any signage highlighting closed portions of the boardwalk and follow detours. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/planetarium-day/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy & Sky Watching,Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Science & Technology,Space Exploration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T203000
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UID:10002028-1675535400-1675542600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Night Hike in the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve for a one-mile hiking experience along the Ed Center Trail…at night!  These special hikes are open to the public and limited to 20 people per hike.  A $3 per person donation is requested.  Hikes are led by Preserve volunteers who are knowledgeable about nocturnal wildlife. The hike is about one-mile in length and will take about 1.5 hours. \nSpace is limited\, registration is required. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend.   \nThese hikes are for adults and families only. Children must be accompanied by parents. Please leave your pets at home. Pets are not permitted in County Preserves. \nMeet at the main parking lot at Brooker Creek Preserve. You must pre-register for the night hikes! \nQuestions: info@FriendsOfBrookerCreekPreserve.org or 727-934-2680. \n\n>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/night-hike-in-the-preserve-5/2023-02-04/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Preserve\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve":MAILTO:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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