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SUMMARY:Tips for the Lazy Gardener
DESCRIPTION:Do you really want to garden on a 95-degree day? Gardening should be fun\, easy and cheap. Too often we sabotage our best efforts and end up exhausted and broke. \nCome learn practices and planning to set up a beautiful\, stress-free gardening experience. \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tips-for-the-lazy-gardener/
LOCATION:Regency Park Library\, 9701 Little Road\, New Port Richey\, FL\, 34654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Water Bath Canning 101: Tomatoes
DESCRIPTION:Water Bath Canning 101: Tomatoes\nIn-Person OR Livestream \nThis class will include information and resources on safely canning at home\, the science behind canning\, and a food tasting. \n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about water bath canning\, the equipment needed\, and how to can tomatoes. \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \nCan’t attend in person? Join us on Zoom! Register for the virtual class here: Meeting Registration – Zoom
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/water-bath-canning-101-tomatoes-2/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Pasco County Extension – One Stop Shop\, 15029 14th Street\, Dade City\, FL\, 33523\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Safety,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Pasco Scalloping 101 -Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Megan Moore for an online Lunch and Learn webinar that will cover everything you need to know about scalloping in Pasco County. \nThis online webinar hosted by Dr. Megan Moore\, UF/IFAS Extension Florida Sea Grant Agent for Pasco County\, will cover everything you need to know about scalloping in Pasco County for the 2025 season. \nCome learn all about scallops\, where to find them\, how to go scalloping\, boater safety and regulations\, and how to clean and cook your scallops. We will cover scalloping best practices and offer tips to help you have a successful scallop harvest! \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \nFlorida Sea Grant also recommends the use of Scallop Sorters to help protect our future scallop populations by throwing back scallops less than 1.5 inches in size. Join the webinar to find out where to get the free scallop sorters in Pasco! \nJoin Zoom Meeting https://ufl.zoom.us/j/95841218876?pwd=ptC45B1Uro8CAi6nKZBysTz6SlbDDz.1
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pasco-scalloping-101-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beach Activities,Coastal & Wetlands,Fishing & Hunting,Food & Cooking,Marine Life,Native Flora & Fauna,Picnics & Lunches,Safety,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T080000
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SUMMARY:Surviving the Wild Camp - BHNP Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6 yrs – 11 yrs \nChildren will spend the week learning how to identify and collect wild edible plants as well as how these plants were traditionally used in Florida.  \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/surviving-the-wild-camp-bhnp-summer-2025/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Backpacking & Camping,Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Fishing & Hunting,Food & Cooking,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Propagation 101 Workshop for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Come learn more about plant propagation in its’ simplest form at this seminar. \nThe purpose of this seminar is to acquaint the attendee\, to plant propagation in its’ simplest form. We will discuss the basics of plant propagation and introduce three basic ways to produce new plants from a parent plant. \nEach plant being propagated will leave with a care sheet for its new owner. \n>>> GET TICKETS <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/propagation-101-workshop-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Hudson Regional Library\, 8012 Library Rd Off Fivay Rd\, Hudson\, FL\, 34667\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Health & Fitness,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Surviving the Wild Camp - BHNP Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6 yrs – 11 yrs \nChildren will spend the week learning how to identify and collect wild edible plants as well as how these plants were traditionally used in Florida.  \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/surviving-the-wild-camp-bhnp-summer-2025/2025-07-02/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Backpacking & Camping,Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Fishing & Hunting,Food & Cooking,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Surviving the Wild Camp - BHNP Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6 yrs – 11 yrs \nChildren will spend the week learning how to identify and collect wild edible plants as well as how these plants were traditionally used in Florida.  \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/surviving-the-wild-camp-bhnp-summer-2025/2025-07-01/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Backpacking & Camping,Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Fishing & Hunting,Food & Cooking,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Surviving the Wild Camp - BHNP Summer 2025
DESCRIPTION:Ages 6 yrs – 11 yrs \nChildren will spend the week learning how to identify and collect wild edible plants as well as how these plants were traditionally used in Florida.  \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/surviving-the-wild-camp-bhnp-summer-2025/2025-06-30/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Backpacking & Camping,Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Fishing & Hunting,Food & Cooking,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Green Industries Best Management Practices (GIBMP) Certification
DESCRIPTION:GIBMP Certification is required to obtain the FDACS Limited Urban Fertilizer license. The class provides CEUs to renew landscape licenses. \n\n\n\n\n\nAnyone who applies fertilizer commercially/for hire in Florida is required to have the FDACS Limited Fertilizer license/certification. There are 2 steps to obtain the FDACS Fertilizer license/certification: \n\nAttend a GIBMP class and pass the exam with a minimum score of 75%. You will receive a certificate of training from UF/IFAS and DEP.\nComplete the FDACS license/certification application on the FDACS website link HERE \, chose “New Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer”\, upload your GIBMP certificate of training\, and pay the $25 fee for a 4 year license/certification. This renews every 4 years with 2 Core and 2 LUF CEUs.\n\nThis class provides the training and exam required to obtain a Limited Certification for Urban Landscape Commercial Fertilizer (LCULCF) also known as Fertilizer License\, as required by FL Senate Bill 494. \nThis program teaches the Best Management Practices for anyone working\, supervising or advising in the lawn\, landscape\, pest control\, or municipal grounds areas. The training is focused on reducing non-point source pollution resulting from fertilization or pesticide application and includes: \n\nLunch\nTraining Materials\nOverview of Water Quality and Laws\nLawn and Landscape Best Management Practices\nIrrigation Best Management Practices\nFertilization Best Management Practices\nPesticide Best Management Practices\nOverview of Local County/Municipality Ordinances\nApplications for LCULCF and Vehicle Decals\nExam\n\nFor a sneak peek at the training manual go : GI-BMP Manual \nThe Hillsborough County Landscape Management and Fertilizer Use Rule and the City of Tampa Fertilizer Ordinance require all commercial\, governmental and institutional fertilizer applicators to be GI-BMP certified and that work vehicles be identified with a vehicle decal. \nThis training may be taken to satisfy some FDACS and FNGLA CEU requirements. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nFor more information contact: Susan Haddock at (813)-553-3560 or szcrmchz@ufl.edu \nSign up for newsletter: http://tinyurl.com/ProHort-Newsletter \nAn Equal Opportunity Institution. UF/IFAS Extension\, University of Florida\, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences\, Andra Johnson\, dean for UF/IFAS Extension.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/green-industries-best-management-practices-gibmp-certification/
LOCATION:Plant City Recreation & Parks\, 1904 South Park Road\, Plant City\, FL\, 33563\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Certification & Training Programs,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Insects,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Native Flora & Fauna,Pollution,Safety,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T172822Z
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SUMMARY:Create Clearwater Green Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this group is to offer a space for those who want to create all the things about city living that we would most love to live with. That would include access to fresh\, healthy food\, clean water\, clean air\, educational opportunities\, lots of art\, music\, dance and theatre\, parks and nature\, community gathering places\, community gardens\, decent mass transit\, and healthy neighborhoods. What is your vision of what Clearwater could be? \nWe currently have “Green Mixers” every third Tuesday at Moccasin Lake Nature Park at 6 PM.  Every month\, we meet more great people at these. \nA few of us are working on some projects to revitalize the downtown area. We have some great ideas in the works\, and are looking for more people to play with. What would you like to see happen downtown? \nWe are interested in getting community gardens going and there is some great news on that front too. We’ll keep you updated here. \nWe want to know what is important to you and what you would like to see happen in this city\, so please\, let us know!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/create-clearwater-green-mixer/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clubs,Conservation & Ecology,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Organizational Meetings
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SUMMARY:Edible Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ \nLearn how to grow vegetables\, herbs\, fruits\, and other foods in a Florida-Friendly way! \nLearn to select varieties of edibles to plant in your landscape that grow well in Florida in a way that conserves water\, builds soil\, and reduces pesticide use. This class is for gardeners interested in expanding their own edible landscapes\, with information about creating a backyard garden that delivers fresh food in an affordable\, sustainable way. Participants who attend will receive plant starts and seeds of a variety of plants that may include dragonfruit\, papaya\, pigeon peas\, sweet potato\, tropical spinach and turmeric. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \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: Tia Silvasy\, tsilvasy@ufl.edu\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54145\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/edible-landscaping-2/2025-06-17/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T190000
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SUMMARY:Create Clearwater Green Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this group is to offer a space for those who want to create all the things about city living that we would most love to live with. That would include access to fresh\, healthy food\, clean water\, clean air\, educational opportunities\, lots of art\, music\, dance and theatre\, parks and nature\, community gathering places\, community gardens\, decent mass transit\, and healthy neighborhoods. What is your vision of what Clearwater could be? \nWe currently have “Green Mixers” every third Tuesday at Moccasin Lake Nature Park at 6 PM.  Every month\, we meet more great people at these. \nA few of us are working on some projects to revitalize the downtown area. We have some great ideas in the works\, and are looking for more people to play with. What would you like to see happen downtown? \nWe are interested in getting community gardens going and there is some great news on that front too. We’ll keep you updated here. \nWe want to know what is important to you and what you would like to see happen in this city\, so please\, let us know!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/create-clearwater-green-mixer/2025-05-20/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clubs,Conservation & Ecology,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Organizational Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T110000
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SUMMARY:Edible Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ \nLearn how to grow vegetables\, herbs\, fruits\, and other foods in a Florida-Friendly way! \nLearn to select varieties of edibles to plant in your landscape that grow well in Florida in a way that conserves water\, builds soil\, and reduces pesticide use. This class is for gardeners interested in expanding their own edible landscapes\, with information about creating a backyard garden that delivers fresh food in an affordable\, sustainable way. Participants who attend will receive plant starts and seeds of a variety of plants that may include dragonfruit\, papaya\, pigeon peas\, sweet potato\, tropical spinach and turmeric. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \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: Tia Silvasy\, tsilvasy@ufl.edu\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54145\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/edible-landscaping-2/2025-04-24/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
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SUMMARY:Create Clearwater Green Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this group is to offer a space for those who want to create all the things about city living that we would most love to live with. That would include access to fresh\, healthy food\, clean water\, clean air\, educational opportunities\, lots of art\, music\, dance and theatre\, parks and nature\, community gathering places\, community gardens\, decent mass transit\, and healthy neighborhoods. What is your vision of what Clearwater could be? \nWe currently have “Green Mixers” every third Tuesday at Moccasin Lake Nature Park at 6 PM.  Every month\, we meet more great people at these. \nA few of us are working on some projects to revitalize the downtown area. We have some great ideas in the works\, and are looking for more people to play with. What would you like to see happen downtown? \nWe are interested in getting community gardens going and there is some great news on that front too. We’ll keep you updated here. \nWe want to know what is important to you and what you would like to see happen in this city\, so please\, let us know!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/create-clearwater-green-mixer/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clubs,Conservation & Ecology,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Organizational Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T110000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Beekeeping:\nA Hobby with Sweet Rewards\n~ 3 Sessions ~ \nThis program will introduce you to the basics of honey bees\, their behavior\, biology and the guiding principles of beekeeping. \nInstructor: Robert Burkard\, President of the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve’s Beekeepers Club \nWhy honey bees? In addition to the personal satisfaction of harvesting your own pure natural honey\, many of our food staples would disappear without honey bees for pollination. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, these under-appreciated workers pollinate 80 percent of our flowering crops\, which constitute one-third of everything we eat. Hobbyist beekeepers play a vital role in keeping our honey bee population healthy. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAdditional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the auditorium. Follow signs to the auditorium. \nWant to take the entire series? \nRegister for Part 2 on Sunday March 23 here! \nRegister for Part 3 on Sunday March 30 here!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/introduction-to-beekeeping-2/2025-03-30/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Husbandry,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Workshops & Classes
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center 3940 Keystone Road Tarpon Springs FL 34688 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3940 Keystone Road:geo:-82.656421,28.136639
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20250317T172813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T172813Z
UID:10008289-1743148800-1743177600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Military Agriculture Tour (MAT X)
DESCRIPTION:To introduce active duty and transitioning personnel\, veterans\, and their spouses to the diversity of agriculture within Hillsborough County and the diversity of career opportunities in a modern agricultural operation. \nThe tour will start and end at UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 5339 CR 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584 \nThe bus will leave HC Extension at 0830\, prior to that coffee and donuts will be available. Lunch will be provided and we will return to HC Extension by 1600. \nHighlights of the tour will include a visit to a tropical aquaculture farm\, Astin Farms\, a tour of the UF/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center\, and other Hillsborough County farms. \nCost is $5 which includes lunch. Seating is limited. \nPlease be sure to wear appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. \nPlease be advised NO REFUNDS \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nFor more information contact: Simon Bollin\, Hillsborough County Agribusiness Development Manager\, 813-853-1086 or bollins@HCFLGov.net.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/military-agriculture-tour-mat-x/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Farming,Food & Cooking,History & Culture,Local Community,Picnics & Lunches
GEO:27.9914092;-82.3022317
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County 5339 County Road 579 Seffner FL 33584 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5339 County Road 579:geo:-82.3022317,27.9914092
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20250221T204554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T204554Z
UID:10008163-1742727600-1742734800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Beekeeping:\nA Hobby with Sweet Rewards\n~ 3 Sessions ~ \nThis program will introduce you to the basics of honey bees\, their behavior\, biology and the guiding principles of beekeeping. \nInstructor: Robert Burkard\, President of the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve’s Beekeepers Club \nWhy honey bees? In addition to the personal satisfaction of harvesting your own pure natural honey\, many of our food staples would disappear without honey bees for pollination. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, these under-appreciated workers pollinate 80 percent of our flowering crops\, which constitute one-third of everything we eat. Hobbyist beekeepers play a vital role in keeping our honey bee population healthy. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAdditional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the auditorium. Follow signs to the auditorium. \nWant to take the entire series? \nRegister for Part 2 on Sunday March 23 here! \nRegister for Part 3 on Sunday March 30 here!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/introduction-to-beekeeping-2/2025-03-23/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Husbandry,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Workshops & Classes
GEO:28.136639;-82.656421
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center 3940 Keystone Road Tarpon Springs FL 34688 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3940 Keystone Road:geo:-82.656421,28.136639
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20250316T172822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250316T172822Z
UID:10008268-1742320800-1742324400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Create Clearwater Green Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this group is to offer a space for those who want to create all the things about city living that we would most love to live with. That would include access to fresh\, healthy food\, clean water\, clean air\, educational opportunities\, lots of art\, music\, dance and theatre\, parks and nature\, community gathering places\, community gardens\, decent mass transit\, and healthy neighborhoods. What is your vision of what Clearwater could be? \nWe currently have “Green Mixers” every third Tuesday at Moccasin Lake Nature Park at 6 PM.  Every month\, we meet more great people at these. \nA few of us are working on some projects to revitalize the downtown area. We have some great ideas in the works\, and are looking for more people to play with. What would you like to see happen downtown? \nWe are interested in getting community gardens going and there is some great news on that front too. We’ll keep you updated here. \nWe want to know what is important to you and what you would like to see happen in this city\, so please\, let us know!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/create-clearwater-green-mixer/2025-03-18/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clubs,Conservation & Ecology,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Organizational Meetings
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater FL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2750 Park Trail Lane:geo:-82.724462,27.977104
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20250221T204554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T204554Z
UID:10008162-1741518000-1741525200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Beekeeping:\nA Hobby with Sweet Rewards\n~ 3 Sessions ~ \nThis program will introduce you to the basics of honey bees\, their behavior\, biology and the guiding principles of beekeeping. \nInstructor: Robert Burkard\, President of the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve’s Beekeepers Club \nWhy honey bees? In addition to the personal satisfaction of harvesting your own pure natural honey\, many of our food staples would disappear without honey bees for pollination. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, these under-appreciated workers pollinate 80 percent of our flowering crops\, which constitute one-third of everything we eat. Hobbyist beekeepers play a vital role in keeping our honey bee population healthy. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAdditional Notes: This program will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the auditorium. Follow signs to the auditorium. \nWant to take the entire series? \nRegister for Part 2 on Sunday March 23 here! \nRegister for Part 3 on Sunday March 30 here!
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/introduction-to-beekeeping-2/2025-03-09/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Husbandry,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Workshops & Classes
GEO:28.136639;-82.656421
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center 3940 Keystone Road Tarpon Springs FL 34688 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3940 Keystone Road:geo:-82.656421,28.136639
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20250223T183002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T183002Z
UID:10008181-1741284000-1741289400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Chickens 101 Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of raising backyard chickens! \nJoin us for an introductory backyard chicken seminar! We will cover the basics of raising backyard chickens\, including health\, nutrition\, chicken coops\, predator protection\, and egg production tips. This workshop is for beginning or aspiring backyard chicken owners. \nThe program will be held at the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County conference center on March 6\, 2025 at 6pm. \nThere is a $10 fee for this workshop. Participants will receive educational materials to support the topics presented. \nRegistration Deadline: March 5th @ 11:59pm \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \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: Allie Williams (allisonwilliams@ufl.edu) at least 10 days in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nFor questions contact: Allie Williams at allisonwilliams@ufl.edu
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-chickens-101-seminar/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Animals & Pets,Farming,Food & Cooking,Home & Lifestyle,Homeschool,Husbandry,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20241111T183854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T183854Z
UID:10007378-1732273200-1732284000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Water Bath Canning 101: Tomatoes
DESCRIPTION:Learn about water bath canning\, the equipment needed\, and how to can tomatoes. \nThis class will include information and resources on safely canning at home\, the science behind canning\, and a food tasting. \nFeel free to bring your own lunch; full 3 hours of the class is dependent on amount of participant questions and canning recipe. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nPLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $10.00 registration fee per individual for this workshop. \nThis class will take place at the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County office at: 5339 County Road 579\, in Seffner. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at: \n(813) 744-5519 \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 Joshua Payne at: joshuapayne@ufl.edu or 813 744-5519 x 54136\, at least 1 week in advance.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/water-bath-canning-101-tomatoes/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Crafts & Hobbies,Farming,Food & Cooking,Home & Lifestyle,Safety,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.9914092;-82.3022317
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20241107T174602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T175225Z
UID:10007349-1732194000-1732197600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Kitchen Botany Webinar
DESCRIPTION:You may know more than you think about botany from everyday interactions with plants in the kitchen. We will explore where our fruits\, vegetables\, herbs and spices really come from and how many of them were domesticated from wild plants. \nThis webinar is recommended for adults and youth over 12. \nPlease note: This webinar will be recorded for quality assurance but will not be available for on-demand viewing after the program has ended. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/kitchen-botany-webinar/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Home & Lifestyle,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20241003T183011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T183011Z
UID:10007341-1730199600-1730206800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Perfection: From Garden to Table
DESCRIPTION:Learn about growing pumpkins suited for Florida gardening and how to incorporate them into recipes. \nWhether you’re a gardening enthusiast or a home cook eager to explore new flavors\, this class offers the skills and inspiration you need to make the most of your pumpkin harvest. \nThis class will include gardening tips from a Master Gardener Volunteer from UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County as well as a food demo and pumpkin themed lunch. \nPLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $10.00 registration fee per individual for this workshop. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pumpkin-perfection-from-garden-to-table/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Food & Cooking,Health & Fitness,Holiday Events,Homeschool,Local Community,Picnics & Lunches,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.9914092;-82.3022317
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County 5339 County Road 579 Seffner FL 33584 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5339 County Road 579:geo:-82.3022317,27.9914092
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240524T213430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T193251Z
UID:10007332-1728554400-1728561600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Citrus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension for a workshop on selection\, planting and care of your backyard citrus. \nCitrus trees will be available for purchase. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nSpecial Accommodations: \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 (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-citrus-workshop/2024-10-10/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.528425;-82.580584
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office 1303 17th St W Palmetto FL 34221 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1303 17th St W:geo:-82.580584,27.528425
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240930T192812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T192812Z
UID:10007331-1727863200-1727870400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Seed Saving Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to save seeds from your favorite vegetables! \nHave you ever thought about saving seeds from your favorite vegetables? Join us for this two-hour workshop about seed saving strategies. Topics will include plant mating systems\, isolation techniques\, seed processing\, and more! For more information\, please contact\, Mack Lessig\, at 941-722-4524 ext. 1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/seed-saving-strategies-2/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.528425;-82.580584
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office 1303 17th St W Palmetto FL 34221 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1303 17th St W:geo:-82.580584,27.528425
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240524T213430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T193251Z
UID:10006587-1727344800-1727352000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Citrus Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension for a workshop on selection\, planting and care of your backyard citrus. \nCitrus trees will be available for purchase. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nSpecial Accommodations: \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 (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-citrus-workshop/2024-09-26/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,Workshops & Classes
GEO:27.528425;-82.580584
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office 1303 17th St W Palmetto FL 34221 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1303 17th St W:geo:-82.580584,27.528425
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240827T190429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T190429Z
UID:10007145-1727341200-1727353800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:2024 Fall Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Florida Small Farmer Network is a peer-to-peer network focused on exploring diversified and sustainable farming systems. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis group is open to established and beginning farmers in Southwest Florida and hosted by UF/IFAS Extension Agents in the region. \nConnect with farmers and food entrepreneurs in the region. \nWe’ll take a farmer-led tour of Stalk & Vine on 39 in Lithia and learn about the production methods\, small farm equipment\, and marketing strategies for small-scale farms. \nThere will be a presentation on the Cottage Food Law\, then representatives from other agencies will give an overview of their roles and how they can work with small scale farmers. \nUF/IFAS Extension will be hosting lunch. This is a great networking opportunity to get to know representatives from local agencies as well as other farmers in the area! \nTentative Agenda \n8:30am – Registration/Check-In \n9:00am – Welcome and Introductions \n9:15am – Tour of the farm and overview of farm equipment \n10:45am – Cottage Food Law Overview \n11:00am – Round-Robin introductions and networking \n11:45am – Lunch and Networking \n12:30pm – Adjourn \nThis is a free event\, but registration is required. Please register by September 23rd at noon. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \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: Allie Williams (allisonwilliams@ufl.edu) at least 10 days in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nFor questions contact: Allie Williams at: 813-744-5519 Ext. 54119\, allisonwilliams@ufl.edu \nThe University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/2024-fall-southwest-florida-small-farmer-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Stalk and Vine on 39\, 14923 South County Road 39\, Lithia\, FL\, 33547\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Career Paths & Enhancement,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Health & Fitness,Herbs,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Organizational Meetings,Picnics & Lunches
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240810T202455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240810T202455Z
UID:10007126-1726668000-1726671600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Citrus in Florida
DESCRIPTION:Join the Master Gardner as we cover both the history and current status of the Sunshine States citrus crop.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/citrus-in-florida/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Food & Cooking,History & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240826T201355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T201355Z
UID:10007131-1726653600-1726660800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Tomatomania
DESCRIPTION:Get answers to all of your tomato questions and more! \nJoin us for Tomatomania! In this workshop we will cover all things tomato. Topics include variety selection\, growing requirements\, cultivation techniques\, and more. \nFor more information\, please contact\, Mack Lessig\, at (941) 722-4524 or mlessig@ufl.edu. For special accommodations\, please let us know at least 10 days before the class. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tomatomania-2/
LOCATION:Manatee County Agriculture and Extension Office\, 1303 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars
GEO:27.528425;-82.580584
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T024107
CREATED:20240718T194646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T194753Z
UID:10006717-1723467600-1723474800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:The Science of Cheesemaking
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on cooking class\, you will discover the basics of cheesemaking. Participants will prepare and sample homemade Fromage Facile. \nJoin us for a fun and interactive cheesemaking event from UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County! Discover the secrets of creating your own safe and delicious cheese from scratch. This in-person event is perfect for everyone interested in the art of cheesemaking. Learn quick and easy techniques and get hands-on experience in crafting your very own cheese. \nJoshua Payne\, Family & Consumer Sciences agent\, will guide you through the process\, providing tips and tricks along the way. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/the-science-of-cheesemaking/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Crafts & Hobbies,Food & Cooking,Home & Lifestyle,Workshops & Classes
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