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SUMMARY:Egmont Key Sanctuary Tour
DESCRIPTION:Egmont Key Sanctuary Tour by boat with the Friends of the Tampa Bay National Wildlife Refuges \nSaturday June 14th 2024\, 4:30-8:30pm approximate return (rain date Sunday Sat June 2) \nMeet at the Bay Pier next to the Dog Park\, 27.616871\, -82.726690. \nReservations and prepayment required \nJoin us for our eleventh annual tour of the Egmont Key Bird Sanctuary Tour with a stop at the Ft Dade ruins\, Lighthouse\, and hopefully a Black Skimmer colony.  The Egmont Key Ferry will take us around the south tip of Egmont Key to see the areas where birds are nesting.  (These areas are not accessible by foot and only seen by visitors with boats).  The chicks from our Laughing gulls\, Royal terns\, & Sandwich terns should be out on the beaches exploring.  Brown Pelicans\, White ibis\, and American Oystercatchers can also nest on the islands. \nSpace is limited and this event sells out quickly. \nSend your reservation to TampaBayRefuges@msn.com Wait for confirmation then send payment via credit card on PayPal or mail. \nCredit card on PayPal: www.tampabayrefuges.org click Get Involved\, then Donate.  Enter One-Time and the amount\, then click Donate with Debit or Credit Card and follow instructions. \nYour space will be secure based on a first come first served basis AND receipt of payment. You will receive a confirmation email for your payment. \nMail: FTBNWR\, PO Box 40782\, St Petersburg\, FL 33743-0782 \nCost: \n\nMembers of Friends of the Tampa Bay NWR $35 each (includes tip for boat crew)\nIndividual Guests or non-members $50 each.  You will receive a 1-year individual membership.\nFamily of 2 guests or non-members $95.  You will receive a 1-year family membership. Additional family members add $35 ea.\n\n\nMake checks payable to Friends of the Tampa Bay National Wildlife Refuges\, PO Box 40782\, St Petersburg\, FL 33743-0782. \nReservations and Payment must be received by Saturday June 7 . \nQuestions: call Barb Howard at 727 512-4914 or email TampaBayRefuges@msn.com
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/egmont-key-sanctuary-tour/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Birds & Birding,Boating,Charitable Events,Cocktails & Socials,Conservation & Ecology,Fundraisers & Sales,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Water Sports,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Tampa Bay National Wildlife Refuges":MAILTO:friends@tampabayrefuges.org
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SUMMARY:OFF THE BEATEN PATH
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand…\nOFF THE BEATEN PATH\nA nature-based fundraising hike series \nThis series of four hikes will take place in beautiful areas tucked away within Brooker Creek Preserve in sites that are closed to the public. Our guide\, Dr. Craig Huegel\, can identify everything\, from the tiniest moss to the tallest tree including animal prints\, bird calls\, lichens\, and more. He is full of stories and very patient in answering questions. The hikes will be not only educational\, but a lot of fun as well! \nThe hikes will begin at 9:00 a.m. and be about 3-4 hours long. Bring water and lunch.\nCost: $80 donation for the series or $25 donation per hike with a 10% discount for members of Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve \nSites Off the Beaten Path: \nSep. 22\, 2024 – Catesby’s Lilies…and More! – Located in the eastern part of the preserve\, we will search for the threatened Catesby’s Lily. In so doing\, we will see a profusion of beautiful fall wildflowers in full bloom. \nJan. 19\, 2025 – Cypress Swamp – Located in the central part of the preserve\, this site\nfeatures orchids\, ferns\, and epiphytes. Plan to get wet\, or maybe not\, as we plunge into the depths of the swamp! \nMarch 16\, 2025 – Sandhills – The only true sandhills of Brooker Creek Preserve. This site is in the northern end of the preserve and will feature an abundance of spring wildflowers. \nJune 22\, 2025 – Interior Wildlands – We will be in parts of the Preserve so remote that\ncell phones won’t work\, areas so pretty you won’t believe you are in Pinellas County! \nReservations Required: info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org\nSign up early! Only 20 spots are open for these fabulous hikes off the beaten path!\nQuestions? Email info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org or call 727-934-2680.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/27269/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Preserve\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Charitable Events,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Fundraisers & Sales,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve":MAILTO:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T080000
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CREATED:20250721T220947Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Master Gardener Volunteer Fall Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Affordable plants grown by our Master Gardener Volunteers! \nTickets: \nPlease choose one ticket type. If you purchase an Early Bird ticket you do NOT need a Regular entry ticket. You can continue shopping after 9AM. \n8AM-9AM \n\nEarly Bird Individual Ticket: $10\nEarly Bird Family Ticket (2+ people): $15\n\n9AM-12PM \n\nRegular entry: FREE\n\nKeep in mind the earlier you attend\, the more selection of plants you’ll have! \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \n  \nAdditional Details: \n\nEventbrite tickets required & necessary for communication about the event\nYou do not need to bring your ticket to the sale\, we will have your name on a list\nBring your own garden cart or wagon & load up\nCash or personal check only\nRestrooms will be closed\nPlease only choose one ticket type\n\n  \nProceeds: \nAll proceeds from this event go to the operation and maintenance of the Master Gardeners’ Educational Gardens and Greenhouse\, and to support Master Gardener educational and outreach programs. \n  \nAccessibility: \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 our office at (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/2025-master-gardener-volunteer-fall-plant-sale/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension\, 1303 17th Street West\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Fundraisers & Sales,Gardening & Landscaping,Herbs,Sales & Auctions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
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UID:28474-1761955200-1762041599@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:A Celestial Affair: The Bash at The Bishop
DESCRIPTION:— AN OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD EVENING­ —\n— COCKTAILS | DINNER | DANCING — \nTHE BISHOP MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND NATURE | 201 10TH STREET WEST BRADENTON\, FL 34205 \n>>> GET TICKETS <<< \n\n\n\n\nGET READY TO BID BIG FOR A GREAT CAUSE!\nJoin Jess Jewelers for our Mega Basket Auction\, where you can win incredible prizes while supporting The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. With tickets just $100\, you’ll have the chance to bid on four amazing baskets:
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/a-celestial-affair-the-bash-at-the-bishop/
LOCATION:Bishop Museum of Science ﻿and Nature\, 201 10th St. West\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Arts, Music & Literature,Astronomy & Sky Watching,Charitable Events,Cocktails & Socials,Dining,Fundraisers & Sales,History & Culture,Local Community,Sales & Auctions,Science & Technology,Space Exploration
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