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UID:21027-1644651000-1644661800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Birding Tour: Tom Bennett Park
DESCRIPTION:Manatee Audubon Society Birding Tour: Tom Bennett Park \nSearch the skies for Florida’s fabulous fliers! Our Audubon guide will lead participants on a tour through Tom Bennett Park’s upland and wetland habitats. Check out the “locals” as well as the migratory birds that are wintering here. Program suitable for adults. \nProgram sponsored by Manatee County Audubon Society in partnership with Manatee County Parks and Natural Resources.  \nReservations are required. To register please contact ford.tony23@yahoo.com.\nTom Bennett Park – Playground Parking Lot
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/birding-tour-tom-bennett-park/
LOCATION:Tom Bennett Park\, 280 Kay Road\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34208\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220218T183000
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SUMMARY:Sunset Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Grab your binoculars and enjoy a relaxing sunset stroll on Coquina Beach! Explore the beautiful coastline and look for shorebirds\, wading birds and\, other feathered friends. Learn how to identify these beach birds and discover their important role in the coastal environment. The program will conclude with a view of Coquina Beach’s iconic sunset. Program suitable for adults. \nBinoculars recommended. Reservations are required. \nTo register please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/239216381637. For more information please contact elena.burke@mymanatee.org or call (941) 742-5923 ext. 6036. \nCoquina Beach – Café
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sunset-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Coquina Beach
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Beach Activities,Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220403T205728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220403T205728Z
UID:21399-1651309200-1651316400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Spring Migration: Birds and Butterflies Hike
DESCRIPTION:Search for migratory birds and butterflies at the Weedon Island Preserve on a guided hike!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDuring the spring\, many species of birds and butterflies begin their migrations from overwintering areas in South or Central America to their breeding grounds in more northerly latitudes. Florida is an ideal stopover point on these migration routes for species to rest and refuel before continuing their long journeys. In Pinellas County\, this time of year affords us the opportunity to see many species that aren’t found here year-round or very often at all. Join us for a guided hike led by Ron Smith\, an expert on Pinellas County’s bird and butterfly species\, to observe some of these migrants at the Weedon Island Preserve. \nThis hike is recommended for adults. \nProceeds from this hike 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! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/spring-migration-birds-and-butterflies-hike/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220920T220520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T220520Z
UID:22429-1664872200-1664883000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Landscape Best Management Practices
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Landscape Best Management Practices to protect our environment with a healthy landscape! \nBoth English & Spanish classes are offered on the same day at the same time at the same location. This is the required class for those doing work in the lawn and landscape maintenance industry such as mowing\, pruning\, and landscape debris management. \n>>> BUY TICKETS
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/landscape-best-management-practices/
LOCATION:Pinellas County Public Works Clearwater\, 22211 US Highway 19 North Bldg #1 (ERB)\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33765\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Career Paths & Enhancement,Certification & Training Programs,Gardening & Landscaping,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Local Community,Safety,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220920T232136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T232136Z
UID:22438-1665225000-1665230400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:The Butterflier’s Guide to the Galaxy\, or least\, Florida
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an entertaining dive into the quirks and complexities of Butterflies! \n\n\n\n\nDo butterflies drink tears from crocodile eyeballs? How can you fool a predator by wiggling your butt? Inquiring minds want to know\, and John Lampkin has the answers to these and other compelling questions with photographic proof! And following this entertaining and educational presentation\, cast your vote for Florida’s most beautiful butterfly! \nGeared towards an adult audience. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/the-butterfliers-guide-to-the-galaxy-or-least-florida/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Insects,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T180232Z
UID:22556-1665651600-1665662400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Oyster shell bar at 2D Island
DESCRIPTION:The project meeting location is Williams Park boat ramp\, 9425 U.S. 41\, Riverview\, FL 33578\, which is next to the U.S. 41 bridge over the Alafia River. \n\nWe will be installing an oyster shell bar which involves shoveling fossilized shell into mesh bags and transporting the bags to lay on the shoreline. This effort will help restore lost habitat by promoting new oyster growth\, ultimately improving water quality and providing food sources and habitat for many species. To learn more and watch a video of the process\, visit https://tampabaywatch.org/restoration/oyster-communities/oyster-shell-bags/. \n\n\n\nClick here to register to volunteer.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/oyster-shell-bar-at-2d-island/
LOCATION:Williams Park Boat Ramp
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Marine Life,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T180232Z
UID:22556-1665651600-1665662400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Oyster shell bar at 2D Island
DESCRIPTION:The project meeting location is Williams Park boat ramp\, 9425 U.S. 41\, Riverview\, FL 33578\, which is next to the U.S. 41 bridge over the Alafia River. \n\nWe will be installing an oyster shell bar which involves shoveling fossilized shell into mesh bags and transporting the bags to lay on the shoreline. This effort will help restore lost habitat by promoting new oyster growth\, ultimately improving water quality and providing food sources and habitat for many species. To learn more and watch a video of the process\, visit https://tampabaywatch.org/restoration/oyster-communities/oyster-shell-bags/. \n\n\n\nClick here to register to volunteer.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/oyster-shell-bar-at-2d-island/
LOCATION:Williams Park Boat Ramp
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Marine Life,Volunteering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220920T234356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T234356Z
UID:22443-1665820800-1665833400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Return the Preserve Work Day
DESCRIPTION:The Preserve Work Days are hosted by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve! \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Return The Preserve Work Days focus on areas of the preserve where exotic invasive vegetation and unnatural overgrowth exists.  It is our goal to help return the preserve to its natural beauty. \nWorking with FOBCP leadership and Preserve staff\, volunteers provide the much needed hands-on support necessary to remove nuisance plants providing a more healthy environment for native wildlife. \nRegistration is required. This event is capped at 25 volunteers. In addition\, the Volunteer Form must be completed and brought with you the day of the event. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/return-the-preserve-work-day-6/
LOCATION:The Friends Trail\, 3620 Fletch Haven Drive\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Volunteering
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve":MAILTO:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T182237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T182237Z
UID:22567-1665817200-1665860400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida for the 29th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup. \nThe goal is to remove hazardous monofilament line from mangrove shorelines. Monofilament or “mono\,” is a fancy word for the commonly used plastic fishing line. It has great fishing utility\, but can take over 600 years to break down and poses serious threats to birds and other wildlife. Improperly discarded mono and fishing gear leads to wildlife entanglement\, accidental hooks\, and ingestion. \nThis will be a self-led event\, where participants will travel out to their designated location by personal boat/other watercraft any day between October 15-23 to target shorelines where cast line has been caught in the tree line. Volunteers will compile the recovered monofilament\, to be collected\, cleaned\, and recycled. \nThere are a variety of sites in which to participate—all critical bird nesting habitat—throughout Pinellas\, Hillsborough\, and Manatee. \n\nClick here to register to volunteer for this event.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/29th-annual-fishing-line-island-cleanup/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fishing & Hunting,Local Community,Marine Life,Maritime Topics,Volunteering,Water Sports
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20220923T180543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T180543Z
UID:22560-1666947600-1666965600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reef ball installation at MacDill AFB
DESCRIPTION:This is a heavy project as we’ll be loading reef balls (200 pounds each) onto carts to be placed on the shoreline. \nReef balls stabilize shorelines and prevent erosion while creating habitat similar to natural oyster communities found along shoreline areas throughout Tampa Bay. Read more about the significance of the project: https://tampabaywatch.org/restoration/oyster-communities/oyster-reef-balls/ \nClick here to register to volunteer for this project. 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reef-ball-installation-at-macdill-afb/
LOCATION:MacDill Air Force Base\, 6801 S Dale Mabry\, Tampa\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Marine Life,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221122T214504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T214504Z
UID:23367-1669885200-1669896000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Oyster Reef Ball Construction
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Tampa Bay Watch Marine Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South in Tierra Verde to help build oyster reef balls! \nThis task involves pouring marine-friendly concrete into a fiberglass mold to create oyster reef balls\, then taking apart the molds when dry. The reef balls will be installed at a future date to stabilize shorelines and prevent erosion while creating habitat similar to natural oyster communities found along shoreline areas throughout Tampa Bay.  \nClick here to visit our webpage to learn more about reef balls. \nClick here to register for this project date.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/oyster-reef-ball-construction-3/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Marine Life,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221122T214504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T214504Z
UID:23367-1669885200-1669896000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Oyster Reef Ball Construction
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Tampa Bay Watch Marine Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South in Tierra Verde to help build oyster reef balls! \nThis task involves pouring marine-friendly concrete into a fiberglass mold to create oyster reef balls\, then taking apart the molds when dry. The reef balls will be installed at a future date to stabilize shorelines and prevent erosion while creating habitat similar to natural oyster communities found along shoreline areas throughout Tampa Bay.  \nClick here to visit our webpage to learn more about reef balls. \nClick here to register for this project date.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/oyster-reef-ball-construction-3/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Marine Life,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221122T214504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T214504Z
UID:23367-1669885200-1669896000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Oyster Reef Ball Construction
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Tampa Bay Watch Marine Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South in Tierra Verde to help build oyster reef balls! \nThis task involves pouring marine-friendly concrete into a fiberglass mold to create oyster reef balls\, then taking apart the molds when dry. The reef balls will be installed at a future date to stabilize shorelines and prevent erosion while creating habitat similar to natural oyster communities found along shoreline areas throughout Tampa Bay.  \nClick here to visit our webpage to learn more about reef balls. \nClick here to register for this project date.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/oyster-reef-ball-construction-3/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Marine Life,Volunteering
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T202741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181739Z
UID:23570-1673602200-1673607600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Botany Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will identify wildflowers\, ferns\, epiphytes\, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be examined. Best suited for adult participants. Registration is required. \nThis is a free hike\, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/botany-walk-6/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T185500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T185500Z
UID:23503-1673892000-1673897400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Diving Deep to explore the Gulf of Mexico Blue Holes
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Emily Hall joined Mote in the Chemical Ecology Program in 2005 and is involved in research and monitoring of nutrient patterns in relation to harmful algae blooms along the west coast of Florida\, and investigating sources of nutrients in aquatic systems. She also leads the Ocean Acidification Program\, investigating the effects of acidifying waters on the marine environment.  Jim Culter joined Mote in 1979 to develop the Benthic Ecology Program\, specializing in marine and estuarine ecology and environmental assessment with an emphasis on benthic habitats and invertebrate ecology. \nIn their lecture on Jan. 16\, Hall and Culter will answer the question; What are blue holes? \nBlue holes are underwater sinkholes\, similar to sinkholes on land. They vary in size\, shape and depth\, but most are ecological hot spots. A blue hole can be an oasis in an otherwise barren seafloor. Join these Mote scientists as they take you with them on a journey and explore these beautiful and mystery-filled holes in our own Gulf of Mexico! One dive took them over 400 feet below the surface of the water! \nMote Members also receive discounted admission to the event.\nTickets are on sale now at mote.org/lecture.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/diving-deep-to-explore-the-gulf-of-mexico-blue-holes/
LOCATION:Mote Marine Laboratory\, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy.\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Conservation & Ecology,Lectures & Seminars,Marine Life,Water Sports
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T190713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T191106Z
UID:23507-1674496800-1674502200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Red Tide Demise: Mitigation Initiative Update
DESCRIPTION:Mote Associate Vice President for Research\, Dr. Richard Pierce\, also serving as the Program Manager for Ecotoxicology Research\, joined Mote in 1981 as a Senior Scientist\, developing a research program focusing on the source\, fate and effects of toxic chemicals in the marine environment. With more than 75 published manuscripts and lectures nationally and internationally on his research\, Pierce and Dr. Cynthia Heil\, a Senior Scientist and Director of Mote’s Red Tide Institute will lead a lecture on Jan. 23. Heil\, who has more than 25 years of experience with the science and management of marine and freshwater harmful algae bloom species\, focuses on monitoring and mitigating Florida red tide along with the ecology and management of marine and freshwater HABs\, nutrients and water quality. \nTheir lecture on Florida red tide will explain its severe negative impacts on the environment\, economies and human health along Florida’s west coast\, along with the Florida Red Tide Mitigation & Technology Development Initiative put in place to combat it. The Initiative\, a result of the severe 2017-2019 red tide\, provides funding for Mote scientists to partner with other institutions and companies to conduct extensive laboratory and field research on the efficacy of a variety of potential products and technologies to mitigate the adverse effects of red tide. \nMote Members also receive discounted admission to the event.\nTickets are on sale now at mote.org/lecture.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/red-tide-demise-mitigation-initiative-update/
LOCATION:Mote Marine Laboratory\, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy.\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Clean Water,Cleanups & Restorations,Coastal & Wetlands,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Lectures & Seminars,Marine Life,Maritime Topics
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T191834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221219T191834Z
UID:23510-1675101600-1675107000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Aquaculture's Role in the Global Food Security Agenda
DESCRIPTION:Farming the Future:\nAquaculture’s Role in the Global Food Security Agenda \nDr. Nicole Rhody will lead the last lecture of the series on Jan. 30. With over 20 years of experience in the field of aquaculture and based at the 200-acre Mote Aquaculture Research Park\, she aids in leading a team of scientists focused on conservation and cultivation of marine finfish\, bivalves\, crustaceans and aquatic plants. \nOn Monday\, Jan. 30\, attendees can discover the new and innovative ways Mote’s aquaculture research scientists are working to ensure global access to healthy and sustainable protein options. The lecture focuses on aquaculture\, currently the fastest-growing food production sector globally and a sustainable option for attaining food security. Guests will learn how sustainable aquaculture methods can protect our oceans and help meet the increasing demand for seafood. By expanding our ability to cultivate aquatic animals and plants we can ensure sustainable human food production in the future. \nMote Members also receive discounted admission to the event.\nTickets are on sale now at mote.org/lecture.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/aquacultures-role-in-the-global-food-security-agenda/
LOCATION:Mote Marine Laboratory\, 1600 Ken Thompson Pkwy.\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20230124T222628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230529T203252Z
UID:23859-1675508400-1675512000@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  WEBINAR REGISTRATION
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-11/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T202741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181739Z
UID:23570-1673602200-1673607600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Botany Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will identify wildflowers\, ferns\, epiphytes\, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be examined. Best suited for adult participants. Registration is required. \nThis is a free hike\, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/botany-walk-6/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T113000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20230124T223128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T223128Z
UID:23861-1676541600-1676547000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Spring Vegetable Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Learn about what to plant when to get your spring vegetable garden started. \nLearn about what to plant when to get your spring vegetable garden started.  \nIf you would like to grow your own vegetables\, this class is for you! Learn to grow “warm season” vegetables including soil preparation\, garden bed types\, and seed starting techniques. Gardens may be grown year-round in Florida\, but spring is the preferred season by most homeowners. Participants will receive some seeds\, vegetable transplants and a copy of the Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \n>>> IN PERSON REGISTRATION  WEBINAR REGISTRATION
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/spring-vegetable-gardening/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20221219T202741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T181739Z
UID:23570-1673602200-1673607600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Botany Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will identify wildflowers\, ferns\, epiphytes\, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be examined. Best suited for adult participants. Registration is required. \nThis is a free hike\, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/botany-walk-6/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T190705
CREATED:20230224T200845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T200845Z
UID:23991-1678519800-1678536000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FAM Archaeology Kayak Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an archaeology-focused paddle trip to an excavation site at the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\n\nJoin archaeologists and environmental specialists for a unique archaeology-focused paddling event. This is a one-of-a-kind event\, featuring local experts who will guide your experience of the natural and cultural history of Weedon Island.  \nThe trip begins with a paddle from Weedon Island’s fishing pier to Ross Island\, a nearby island within the Preserve’s boundary. On Ross Island\, participants will explore an archaeological site with Kendal Jackson\, a PhD candidate with the University of South Florida who works on Ross Island as part of his doctorate research. \nThis trip will be led by Rachael Kangas\, Director of the West Central division of The Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN)\, and Dr. Bob Austin with the Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education\, Inc. (AWIARE). They will make stops along the way to discuss archaeological and historical aspects of the area. In addition\, environmental specialists from ECOmersion will be on the water to interpret the Preserve’s natural areas and enhance participants’ understanding of estuaries. \n\nParticipants must be 18 years of age or older. Kayaks will be provided by ECOmersion. Those who prefer to use their own kayaks are welcome to do so\, however\, neither Sun Dolphin nor Pelican brand kayaks will be allowed.\nAttendees will meet at 7:30 a.m. at the fishing pier/kayak launch located inside the Weedon Island Preserve. This kayak trip will be moderately strenuous and is not recommended for first-time paddlers.\n\nProceeds from this program go to support ECOmersion\, AWIARE and FPAN \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fam-archaeology-kayak-experience/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Archaeology,Coastal & Wetlands,Kayak & Canoe Trips,Maritime Topics,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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