Hillsborough River Holiday Boat Parade
2025-12-13 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Lowry Park Boat Ramp,, 1204 W Flora Street, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
25th Annual Holiday Boat Parade sponsored by Friends of the Hillsborough River and the Tampa Bay Sierra Club

Signup Instructions: All participants must register.
Bring: Battery operated lights to decorate your canoe, kayak, paddle board or boat; water; layers of clothing in case it is cool after sundown; a flashlight; your own vessel; a whistle; LIFE JACKETS MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES
Signup Restrictions: All participants must register and sign the Waiver
Additional Directions: We will gather at the Lowry Park Boat Ramp beginning at 5:00 pm to begin decorating boats so that we can launch at 6:00 pm. Canoes and kayaks lead the parade upstream past the Bird Street bridge at I-275 where the decorated boats will come and turn around and then lead the paddlers back to Lowry Park Boat Ramp.
Cancellation Policy: Heavy rain cancels

For more information and to Register:
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001AJTEcIAP

Birding on the Bay
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.

>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
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.

Tampa Bay Super Bowl Paddle
2026-02-08 10:00 - 13:30 | Rotary Park, 5505 Rose Garden Road, Cape Coral, FL, 33914, United States
We will put in and take out at Rotary Park and paddle up to Lettuce Lake Park.
At Lettuce Lake, we will have a group pizza lunch. We have a pavilion near the boat launch reserved, and we will furnish pizza directly to Lettuce Lake. We can enjoy lunch, walk the boardwalk, enjoy the birds and gators, and then paddle easily back to Rotary Park.
Total paddle length is about 5 miles.
For more information and to register:
https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00001L2tFLIAZ
