BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Bay Soundings - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://baysoundings.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Bay Soundings REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250705T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250221T192752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T192824Z UID:10008120-1751709600-1751724000@baysoundings.com 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-2-2/2025-07-05/ 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 ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S St. Petersburg FL 33705 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S:geo:-82.6502749,27.724764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250221T192752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T192824Z UID:10008121-1752314400-1752328800@baysoundings.com 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-2-2/2025-07-12/ 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 ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S St. Petersburg FL 33705 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S:geo:-82.6502749,27.724764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T110000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20241111T183037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T165315Z UID:10007377-1752746400-1752750000@baysoundings.com SUMMARY:FFL HC Webinar Series: Attract Wildlife DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ webinar on “Attract Wildlife.” Discover how to transform your landscape into a thriving habitat for Florida’s diverse fauna. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nHow to create wildlife-friendly spaces in your yard\nPlant selections that attract butterflies\, birds\, and beneficial insects\nSimple ways to provide food\, water\, and shelter for local wildlife\n\nThe mission is to educate Floridians about environmentally friendly landscaping practices and to encourage them to conserve and protect our water resources by applying Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Principles in their landscapes. \nTurn your yard into a bustling ecosystem that supports local wildlife while maintaining a beautiful\, Florida-Friendly landscape. Our UF/IFAS experts will share tips and answer your questions during the live Q&A session. \nRegister now and take a step towards creating a vibrant\, wildlife-friendly oasis in your own backyard! \nWe will conduct this Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ workshop online\, via Zoom. No additional software or extra computer skills are necessary – just click to join! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nNOTE: Registrants will receive an emailed Zoom link to access the Webinar the day before the program. *If you do not receive the Z00M link\, please check your SPAM folder for an email with the link. If no link is received\, please contact Michael Masucci\, masuccim@ufl.edu or at 813-744-5519 Ext. 54142 for assistance. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \nThis webinar will be closed captioned for the hearing impaired. \n***The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact: Lynn Barber\, barberl@HCFL.gov\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54105\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/ffl-hc-webinar-series-attract-wildlife/ LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Certification & Training Programs,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Insects,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250221T192752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T192824Z UID:10008122-1752919200-1752933600@baysoundings.com 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-2-2/2025-07-19/ 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 ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S St. Petersburg FL 33705 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S:geo:-82.6502749,27.724764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T163000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250625T212545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T212545Z UID:10009227-1753173000-1753201800@baysoundings.com SUMMARY:Green Industries Best Management Practices DESCRIPTION:Green Industries Best Management Practices (GI-BMPs) is an educational program for people working in lawn-care and landscape maintenance. \nFlorida law states that all commercial fertilizer applicators must have a Limited Certification from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) (s. 482.1562\, F.S.). To get this certification\, each commercial applicator must be trained in the GI-BMPs and receive a certificate of completion from UF/IFAS Extension and FDEP. Local ordinances may require that non-commercial fertilizer applicators also be trained. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nWho benefits from GI-BMP training? \n•Supervisors and employees in the lawn care\, pest control\, or landscape industries \n•Municipal parks and recreation facility supervisors and employees \n•Irrigation industry workers \n•Commercial property managers \n•City and county planning department staff \n•City and county environmental department or water quality staff \n•City and county commission staff \n•Builders and developers \n•Landscape designers and architects \n•Golf course employees \n•Anyone working in the areas of water quality\, urban development\, or environmental issues. \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact Kate Kaste at kkaste@pascocountyfl.net or 352-518-0156 at least 1 week in advance to this presentation date. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/green-industries-best-management-practices/ LOCATION:Pasco County Extension Office\, 36702 County Road 52\, Dade City\, FL\, 33525\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Safety,Workshops & Classes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250621T195108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T202659Z UID:10009193-1753520400-1753624800@baysoundings.com SUMMARY:Boat America Classes DESCRIPTION:Boat America Classes\nBoat America is a boating certificate class that offers an in-depth and interesting boating safety course\, and provides the knowledge needed to obtain a Florida Boating Safety ID Card. \n\n\n\nFor the convenience of our students\, some classes are held online via Zoom. These virtual classes utilize the same instructors and materials you would enjoy during the in-person classes. The schedule below notes whether the class is in person or via Zoom. \nTo register click on the Registration Form link at the bottom of this page or send an email to the Flotilla 11-1 Public Education Officer at clwtr.auxboating@gmail.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 Boat America Classes\n\n\nJune 28 and 29 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Zoom\nJuly 26 and 27 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – In-Person\nAugust 23 and 24 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Zoom\nSeptember 27 and 28 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – In-Person\nOctober 25 and 26 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – Zoom\nNovember 22 and 23 – 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM – In-Person\n\n\nClass cost includes book. \n\n\nRegister for Boat America class URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/boat-america-classes-2-2/2025-07-26/ LOCATION:U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-1 Headquarters\, 510 North Ft. Harrison Ave\, Clearwater\, FL\, 33755\, United States CATEGORIES:Boating,Certification & Training Programs,Fishing & Hunting,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Maritime Topics,Safety,Water Sports,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T010617 CREATED:20250221T192752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T192824Z UID:10008123-1753524000-1753538400@baysoundings.com 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-2-2/2025-07-26/ 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 ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S St. Petersburg FL 33705 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S:geo:-82.6502749,27.724764 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR