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SUMMARY:World Shorebirds Day
DESCRIPTION:Some 50% of the world’s shorebird species are in decline\, and vital habitat is being lost at a higher rate than ever.  \nWe urgently need to raise public awareness around the world of these imperilled birds’ plight and the need for shorebird conservation and research.\n \nWorld Shorebirds Day
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/world-shorebirds-day/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Beach Activities,Birds & Birding,Clean Water,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Holiday Events,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Native Flora & Fauna,Raptors,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T073000
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SUMMARY:Morning Nature Walk Starkey Park
DESCRIPTION:Pasco Audubon\nMeet 7:30 AM\nStarkey Education Center\n1 to 4 mile walk \nAnyone interested in birding or nature in general is welcome to join us on field trips.\nAlmost all are free. Registration may be required\, check the schedule for details.\nDress for the weather and prepare to be outdoors for about 4 hours. \nFor more info email Christine Rowland
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/morning-nature-walk-starkey-park-2-2/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:J. B. Starkey Wilderness Park Education Center\, 10500 Wilderness Road\, New Port Richey\, FL\, 34655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Pasco Audubon":MAILTO:president@pascoaudubon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T080000
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SUMMARY:Boyd Hill 1st Saturday Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:St. Petersburg Audubon is continuing the Ron Smith “1st Saturday” Boyd Hill Field Trips. \nField Trip Leader: Paul Waton \nLocation: Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S.\, St Petersburg\, FL 33705. Walk is on dirt trails and boardwalks. \nMeet in front of the Nature Center at 7:45am\, walk will start at 8:00am. \nWhat to Bring: \nHat\, Binoculars\, Insect repellent\, Sunscreen (although portions will have shade). Water is available on some of the trails. The Nature Center has bathrooms.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/boyd-hill-1st-saturday-field-trip/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Raptors,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Walk LLP
DESCRIPTION:Meet behind the Joel E. Jackson Nature Center in the Native Plant Garden for a walk on the paved trail and boardwalk with a representative of the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. \nLearn what grows naturally in the hardwood swamp and how native plants benefit wildlife. \nWalks are free but there is a $2 charge to enter the park. Dogs are not allowed on the boardwalk.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/native-plant-walk-llp-2-4/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clubs,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T181754Z
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SUMMARY:Canoe Paddle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an hour and half of easy paddling on the Little Manatee River loop with your guide. \nThree seater canoe rentals or 1 person kayaks can be rented for $25. \n Or bring your own canoe or kayak and join us with a $5 donation.  \nReserve your canoe or kayak by calling the office at 813-641-8545. Limited availability.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/canoe-paddle-tour/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center\, 4202 24th St SE\, Ruskin\, FL\, 33570\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kayak & Canoe Trips,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Water Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
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SUMMARY:Clean Up the Tampa Audubon Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:As our part of an agreement between Port Tampa Bay and the Sierra Club to manage the Westshore Audubon Sanctuary\, we are collaborating on a cleanup on September 6\, Saturday\, meeting at 9 a.m. and working until 11 that morning to remove trash and debris from the area on the north side of San Jose Street. Dress in walk-in-the-water closed-toe shoes and long pants and long-sleeved shirts. Let Todd Randolph of the Tampa Bay Sierra Club know you will come\, please toddrrandolph@gmail.com.\n\nThe Westshore Sanctuary offers natural shoreline habitat\, with mangroves\, cordgrass\, sandbars\, oyster beds\, and mudflats. Mangrove crabs\, small fish\, and night herons are resident. It remains a special\, unchanged\, natural shoreline along the west shore of Tampa’s Interbay Peninsula. For more information\, please contact President Ann Paul at Ann.Paul@tampaaudubon.org
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/clean-up-the-tampa-audubon-sanctuary-3/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Beach Activities,Birds & Birding,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Husbandry,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Pollution,Volunteering,Wildlife
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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). \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nClass dates and syllabus: \nWeek 1\, March 8 \nPlant Classification \n\nParts of a Flower\nInflorescence Types\nNon-Flowering Plant Identification\nRead Harrington Chapter I – V\n\nWeek 2\, March 15 \n\nRoots-n-Shoots\nLeaves\nSurfaces\nFabaceae\, Lamiaceae\, Asteraceae\nRead Harrington Chapters VI – XI\n\nWeek 3\, March 22 \n\nGeneral Terms\nFruits and Seeds\nUsing a Dichotomous Key\n\nWeek 4\, March 29 \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. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/advanced-plant-identification-4-part-series-2-2/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Coastal & Wetlands,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T110000
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SUMMARY:Bay Babies
DESCRIPTION:Come join us with your young scientists!\nAges 3 – 6 \nThis program is for the youngest ocean explorers. Bay Babies is offered for 3 to 6 year olds monthly. Each session may include story time\, crafts\, activities\, and animal interactions to keep your little one(s) engaged and excited. \nProgram is held in our indoor classroom and space is limited. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nChildren must have an accompanying adult in the classroom. Due to space constraints\, only one adult per child is allowed.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bay-babies-3-3/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals & Pets,Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Marine Life,Native Flora & Fauna,Preschool,Story Time,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T130000
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SUMMARY:WILDFLOWER WALK: ASL EDITION
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the beauty of native Florida flowers on this inclusive\, ranger-led hike. We’ll explore how the flowers\, trees\, and green spaces at Boyd Hill contribute to the health and vitality of the preserve. Each month\, participants have the opportunity to learn about up to 10 flowers currently in bloom. \nIn recognition of Deaf Awareness Month\, this hike will be interpreted in American Sign Language (ASL) to promote accessibility and inclusion. An additional ASL-interpreted hike will be offered at the end of the month. \nAges 12 and up \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wildflower-walk-asl-edition/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Holiday Events,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography
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