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SUMMARY:Third Saturdays at Pinewood Cultural Park
DESCRIPTION:Three for one fun at the Florida Botanical Gardens\, Creative Pinellas and Heritage Village!\nCelebrate at Pinewood (Florida Botanical Gardens\, Creative Pinellas\, Heritage Village) every Third Saturday of the month. \nAt the Florida Botanical Gardens (Open 7 AM-5 PM):\nVisit the new Majeed Discovery Garden\, a 2+ acre addition\, connecting children to nature. Our Children’s Garden Educator is hosting a variety of preschool and family programs in the Majeed Discovery Garden on topics like sustainability\, sensory exploration\, and more. Visit the Event Calendar on our website at www.flbgfoundation.org/events to view all of the programs offered in our Majeed Discovery Garden. For more information\, visit www.flbgfoundation.org/childrensgarden. \nAt Creative Pinellas (Open 10 AM-5 PM):\nVisit the Gallery at Creative Pinellas for two must-see exhibitions! Catch the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition before it ends on July 21st. Also on display is Threads of Nature: Art Inspired by the Florida Botanical Gardens\, featuring works by the Tampa Bay Surface Design Guild that capture nature’s beauty. Feeling inspired? Stop by our drawing room to unleash your inner artist. Free admission and fun for the whole family! For more information: www.creativepinellas.org. \nAt Heritage Village (Open 10 AM – 4 PM):\nExplore the past at Pinellas County’s 21-acre living history museum! Step back in time and take a docent tour of select historic buildings\, visit Pinellas County’s oldest structure\, and peruse locally-made artisan gifts and souvenirs at the gift shop. Interested in learning more? The Heritage Village app features self-guided walking tours and archival photographs and information about your favorite Heritage Village buildings\, historic figures\, and artifacts! Download the app for free in your preferred mobile app store by searching “Heritage Village”. Heritage Village is free to visit\, pet-friendly\, and perfect for all ages! For more information: www.heritagevillagefl.org/
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/third-saturdays-at-pinewood-cultural-park/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Florida Botanical Gardens\, 12520 Ulmerton Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Arts, Music & Literature,Coastal & Wetlands,Exhibits,Gardening & Landscaping,History & Culture,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Photography
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SUMMARY:ASTRONOMY NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Explore the night sky with volunteers from the St. Petersburg Astronomy Club. During this month’s program\, participants will be able to see the rings of Saturn through the scopes! \nAges 18 yrs + \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/astronomy-night/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy & Sky Watching,Clubs,Crafts & Hobbies,Kids & Families
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SUMMARY:Hidden Wonders Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly nature hike will take you on an exploration of the wet and dry habitats of “Our Wildest Place.” \nWe will investigate some interesting plants and animals that call Brooker Creek Preserve home. Everyday reveals new natural wonders to enjoy\, join us! \nRegistration is required. \nAdditional Notes: Volunteer hike guides will meet participants in the lobby of the Education Center 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. Please note that it takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the Education Center. We strongly suggest all hikers visit the restroom before you begin as there are no facilities along the trail. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/hidden-wonders-nature-walk-5-3-2/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Gratitude Hike
DESCRIPTION:A walk designed to relax and rejuvenate by focusing on gratitude. Bathe the senses in the healing qualities of nature and share experiences through conversation. \nAges 12 and up welcome with a registered adult. Please select the correct number of participants or seats needed at the time of enrollment. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gratitude-hike/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Pioneer Nights
DESCRIPTION:Kids enjoy a night of friends\, fun\, campfire\, and s’mores\, pioneer style.\nAges 6 yrs – 13 yrs\n\n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pioneer-nights-2-4/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Pinellas Pioneer Settlement\, 3130 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Backpacking & Camping,Camps & Childcare,Kids & Families,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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