Book Time at Brooker
2025-11-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-04 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-11 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-18 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-12-25 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 10 more dates | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Bring your pre-schooler to Book Time at Brooker.
Bring your Preschooler to this program designed to connect them to the wonders of the natural world. In addition to hearing a great story, your child will participate in a craft related to the story that is read.
This activity is recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Registration is not required for Book Time, just show up with your kiddo! This program is led by Brooker Creek Volunteers.
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Birding on the Bay
2025-11-15 08:30 - 10:00, 2025-12-20 16:30 - 18:30 | Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL, 33715, United States
The Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Presents:
Birding on the Bay with the MFA

Join us for an unforgettable birdwatching experience on the waters of Tampa Bay! This 75-minute guided boat tour offers a front-row seat to the fascinating bird species that call this vibrant ecosystem home. During the tour, we’ll visit a nearby bird sanctuary island, strategically timed to provide the best viewing opportunities for observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
As we navigate the waters, your expert guide will share insightful details about the diverse bird species you’ll encounter, from elegant waders to soaring seabirds. With our prime location and optimal timing, you’re sure to enjoy exceptional views of these feathered residents as they go about their daily routines.
This tour is perfect for bird enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone looking to explore the rich wildlife of Tampa Bay in a relaxed and educational setting.

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More Information

75 Minutes
$45 ($5 member discount offered)
Tour includes admission to the MFA and TBWDC.
Children under 3 free
November 2024 to February 2025

What to Bring
-You are welcome to bring your own snacks and/ or beverages.
-We do not allow alcohol on the eco-vessel.
-Please dress with consideration to the Florida climate and weather.
-Sun protection is highly recommended.

Parents Night Out- Campfires
2025-11-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Parents enjoy a night out while the kids experience a night of Edventure Exploration!
Come learn about our themed nights through games, activities, crafts, and a night hike.
A pizza dinner is included.
Ages 6 yrs – 12 yrs
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Little Manatee River State Park Hike
2025-11-25 08:30 - 11:30 | Little Manatee River State Park, 215 Lightfoot Road, Wimauma, FL, 33598, United States
Join us for a 4-mile hike exploring open prairies, scrub and flatwoods. We will learn about the habitats and pause for quotes to help us connect with the natural world.
Usual hiking gear/apparel e.g. water, hat, sun protection, mosquito protection, closed toe shoes, long pants recommended.
Optional hiking sticks, sunglasses.
Level: Moderate (About four miles)
Cost: State Park entrance fee, $5.00
Signup Instructions: Register on website and sign waiver
Bring: water, sun protection
Signup Restrictions: limited to 4 to 6 folks
Additional Directions: meet at trailhead/canoe launch parking inside main park, NOT North of the river
Cancellation Policy: Heavy rain cancels
Register here:
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001HogrNIAR

Science Rocks!
2025-12-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-01-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
Science Rocks is FREE and hosted by the Clearwater Community Woman’s Club.
This class is designed for children ages 4-6 years old, and all must be accompanied by a guardian. The class will cover many different science topics through literature, hands-on activities, discussion, art activities, and invited speakers.
There is a maximum of 12 students for each class.
Registration is required for the children only. Please make plans now before classes fill up!
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The date/topic for the Science Rocks classes is as follows and is always 10:15am to 11:30am:
September 4: The Scientific Method
October 2: Sea Life
November 6: Gobble, Gobble…Turkeys
January 8: Germs, what are they?
February 5: Teeth First, Food Second
March 5: Rabbits
April 2: The Secret Life of Plants
May 7: Cats…Meow, Meow
Communication with teachers: [sciencerocksmoccasin@gmail.com](mailto:sciencerocksmoccasin@gmail.com)
Classes held at Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL 33759. 727-562-4315, then press 1.

Holiday Nature Crafts & Music
2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
Come visit Moccasin Lake Nature Park to make holiday crafts using natural and recycled materials and more.
Participants will be able to assist in decorating the park’s Holiday Tree with their crafts along with taking an ornament home for themselves.

Purchase yourself a treat from PattyeCakes!
There will be reptiles and raptors to see!
The Silver Strings Dulcimer Group will play Holiday Music at 11am!
The Leila Davis Chorus will perform on stage at 1:30pm!
Sponsored by the GFWC Clearwater Community Woman’s Club

Wreath Making Workshop
2025-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Learn how to make a beautiful holiday wreath from native grapevines!

We will learn how to create the grapevine wreath base together. Our instructor will also share tips and tricks on how to decorate the base with extra foliage. Each participant will go home with a completed wreath “base” ready to decorate for the holidays!
Important Information:

This workshop caps at 20 participants, registration is required. We will only have enough materials for registered participants. Cancel your free ticket if you can no longer attend, so someone else can enjoy your spot.
Bring your own gloves and garden clippers.
If you wish to create a wreath as a team with your family or friends, please only select ONE ticket. Each ticket indicates one wreath.
Meet at the Outdoor Pavilion next to the Wildflower Garden. This workshop will be outdoors.

Additional Notes: It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot, and there is a 5 minute walk from the parking lot to the outdoor pavilion.
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Horticulture in Arts and Crafts
2025-12-16 17:30 - 18:30 | New Port Richey Library, 5939 Main Street, New Port Richey, FL, 34652, United States
Discover how to use your flowers and plants for decorations, crafts and gifts at this seminar.

Have you grown lots of flowers and plants? Now what? Discover how to preserve and use them for decorations, crafts and gifts. Samples will be shown of greeting cards, framed flower pictures, potpourri, a variety of seed tapes, seed balls, gift tags, gift boxes, book marks and 2 topiaries. Handouts for making some items will be given out.
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