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SUMMARY:Advanced Plant Identification - 4-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:This four-part plant identification series will introduce participants to the steps required to positively identify plants. \nPlant identification is based on close observation of morphological characteristics\, contextual clues and lots of practice. This four–part advanced plant identification series will introduce participants to these concepts and the associated vocabulary of the plant scientist. \nThe class follows the contents of Harrington’s “How to Identify Plants” (1957); a copy of which is provided to each registrant. This concise text contains a comprehensive vocabulary of terms and illustrations to help clarify concepts. \nA packet of supplemental educational materials will also be provided to each registrant. \nAbout this Event \nDuring each 4-hour classroom event\, participants will engage in a participatory lecture\, and have plenty of time for Q & A. The final session will be a hands-on workshop that will include graduates from previous courses. Each session will build on the previous; attending the entire series is recommended. \nClasses are four consecutive Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bio-breaks are factored into the schedule for each day! Bring a bag-lunch (refrigeration and a microwave are available). \nClass dates and syllabus: \nWeek 1\, March 9 \nPlant Classification \n\nParts of a Flower\nInflorescence Types\nNon-Flowering Plant Identification\nRead Harrington Chapter I – V\n\nWeek 2\, March 16 \n\nRoots-n-Shoots\nLeaves\nSurfaces\nFabaceae\, Lamiaceae\, Asteraceae\nRead Harrington Chapters VI – XI\n\nWeek 3\, March 23 \n\nGeneral Terms\nFruits and Seeds\nUsing a Dichotomous Key\n\nWeek 4\, March 30 \n\nReview\, general questions\nHands-on Workshop with former graduates\nGraduation!\n\nUpon completion of the entire course\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from the University of Florida. \nGraduates will have access to several hands-on workshops and additional information throughout the year to help stay engaged with the practice of plant identification. \nClass fee includes all materials and textbook. Registration will CLOSE on March 6. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/advanced-plant-identification-4-part-series/2024-03-09/1/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:DeSoto/Riverview Pointe Preserve Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided tour through DeSoto/Riverview Pointe Preserve with a Master Gardener Volunteer. \nCasually stroll through the beautiful Riverview Pointe Preserve and learn about Florida’s native plants and inhabitants of a coastal environment. Suitable for all ages. \nTour begins in the parking area of DeSoto National Memorial Park and enters into Riverview Pointe Preserve. \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 our office at (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/desoto-riverview-pointe-preserve-tour-3-2/2024-03-09/
LOCATION:Fort DeSoto Park\, 8250 Desoto Memorial Highway\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34209\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the coastal and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island on this guided tour of the Preserve. \n\n\nParticipants will learn about the environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of Weedon Island on this guided hike.\nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 10+. Youth must be supervised by an adult. Attendees 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 tour may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so please prepare accordingly.\n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \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/naturalist-guided-tour-2-2-2/2024-03-09/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Turtle Science
DESCRIPTION:This engaging hands-on class will introduce the study of tortoises and freshwater turtles. Join turtle biologist and environmental educator George L. Heinrich for this rare educational opportunity. \nStudents will learn about the ecology and conservation of tortoises and freshwater turtles through a blend of classroom and field sessions. Classroom sessions include PowerPoint presentations and hands-on activities; field sessions will include lessons on identification techniques and data collection. \nAges 18 yrs + \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n\n\n\nSchedule:\nNovember 11\, 2023\n\n\nWhy Turtles Are Cool (classroom session).\nSearch for turtles along the preserve’s trails (field session).\n\nDecember 9\, 2023 \n\n\nGopher Tortoises + Prescribed Fire = Increased Biodiversity (classroom session).\nSearch for tortoises and their burrows in the preserve’s uplands\, and learn how to conduct a burrow survey and estimate population size (field session).\n\nJanuary 13\, 2024 \n\n\nTurtle Anatomy: The Clues Are in the Bones (classroom session).\nExamine skeletal material in the field (field session).\n\nFebruary 10\, 2024 \n\n\nIn One End and Out the Other: Determining Turtle Diets by Studying Scat (classroom session).\nCollect and dissect gopher tortoise scat (field session)\n\nMarch 9\, 2024 \n\n\nTurtle Nesting Ecology (classroom session).\nSearch for turtles in the preserve’s diverse habitats (field session).\n\nApril 13\, 2024 \n\n\nGlobal Turtle Conservation Issues (classroom session).\nSearch for gopher tortoises in the preserve’s uplands (field session).\n\nMay 11\, 2024 \n\n\nField trip to Rainbow Run in Dunnellon\, Florida (canoe and snorkel).
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/turtle-science/2024-03-09/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Exhibits,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians,Science & Technology,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Advanced Plant Identification - 4-Part Series
DESCRIPTION:This four-part plant identification series will introduce participants to the steps required to positively identify plants. \nPlant identification is based on close observation of morphological characteristics\, contextual clues and lots of practice. This four–part advanced plant identification series will introduce participants to these concepts and the associated vocabulary of the plant scientist. \nThe class follows the contents of Harrington’s “How to Identify Plants” (1957); a copy of which is provided to each registrant. This concise text contains a comprehensive vocabulary of terms and illustrations to help clarify concepts. \nA packet of supplemental educational materials will also be provided to each registrant. \nAbout this Event \nDuring each 4-hour classroom event\, participants will engage in a participatory lecture\, and have plenty of time for Q & A. The final session will be a hands-on workshop that will include graduates from previous courses. Each session will build on the previous; attending the entire series is recommended. \nClasses are four consecutive Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bio-breaks are factored into the schedule for each day! Bring a bag-lunch (refrigeration and a microwave are available). \nClass dates and syllabus: \nWeek 1\, March 9 \nPlant Classification \n\nParts of a Flower\nInflorescence Types\nNon-Flowering Plant Identification\nRead Harrington Chapter I – V\n\nWeek 2\, March 16 \n\nRoots-n-Shoots\nLeaves\nSurfaces\nFabaceae\, Lamiaceae\, Asteraceae\nRead Harrington Chapters VI – XI\n\nWeek 3\, March 23 \n\nGeneral Terms\nFruits and Seeds\nUsing a Dichotomous Key\n\nWeek 4\, March 30 \n\nReview\, general questions\nHands-on Workshop with former graduates\nGraduation!\n\nUpon completion of the entire course\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from the University of Florida. \nGraduates will have access to several hands-on workshops and additional information throughout the year to help stay engaged with the practice of plant identification. \nClass fee includes all materials and textbook. Registration will CLOSE on March 6. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/advanced-plant-identification-4-part-series/2024-03-09/2/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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