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UID:25435-1699088400-1699095600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Naturalist Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. \nExplore the coastal and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island on this guided tour of the Preserve. Participants will learn about the environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of the island. This tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length may be up to two miles. This tour may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so please prepare accordingly. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \nProceeds from this program go to the Friends of Weedon Island. The Friends support the Weedon Island Preserve through education\, preservation and protection of its habitats\, ecology\, and cultural history. Become a Friend today! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/naturalist-guided-hike-2-2/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T110000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20231027T192718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T192813Z
UID:25435-1699088400-1699095600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Naturalist Guided Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. \nExplore the coastal and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island on this guided tour of the Preserve. Participants will learn about the environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of the island. This tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length may be up to two miles. This tour may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so please prepare accordingly. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \nProceeds from this program go to the Friends of Weedon Island. The Friends support the Weedon Island Preserve through education\, preservation and protection of its habitats\, ecology\, and cultural history. Become a Friend today! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/naturalist-guided-hike-2-2/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T103000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230925T202802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T202802Z
UID:25261-1697880600-1697884200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Youth Workshop: Ancient Pottery
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make pottery like the ancient people who once lived at Weedon Island. Over 1\,000 years ago\, early potters were making coiled pots out of clay and sand for cooking vessels and ceremonial functions. This workshop will teach youth how to form a small-coiled pot and add distinctive decorations using early techniques. \nThis workshop is recommended for youth ages 6 and up. All youth must be accompanied by an adult for the full duration of the class. The workshop is limited to 30 participants total. \nThis workshop will be led by Phyllis Kolianos\, an archaeologist with the Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education\, Inc. (AWIARE). Kolianos was an employee of Pinellas County and the past manager of the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center for over a decade. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/youth-workshop-ancient-pottery/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230925T201927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T202038Z
UID:25256-1697137200-1697140800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Climate Change and Cultural Sites in Florida
DESCRIPTION:Learn how historical and archaeological sites threatened by climate change are protected in Florida. \nHow do we protect cemeteries\, historic buildings\, and archaeological sites that are threatened by climate change in Florida? How is it decided which sites get attention and which do not? Join the Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education in collaboration with the Central Gulf Coast Archaeological Society for a special presentation of how archaeologists are currently answering these questions\, what significant threats are observed in Florida\, and how the public can help! \nThis program will take place inside the auditorium of the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center. This program is recommended for adults. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nThis presentation will feature guest speaker Rachael Kangas. Rachael is the Director for the West Central and Central Regions of the Florida Public Archaeology Network\, and she conducts public archaeology and outreach in the regions. She earned her M.A. from the University of Central Florida (UCF) in 2015 and is certified as a member of the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA). She has participated in fieldwork in the Americas and conducted lab work and teaching during her time at UCF. She is also an American Academy for Underwater Sciences (AAUS) diver\, allowing her to assist with underwater research around the state. \n \nEvent photos courtesy of the Florida Public Archaeology Network.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/climate-change-and-cultural-sites-in-florida/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Archaeology,Climate,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230827T194232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205624Z
UID:25093-1695202200-1695211200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Elemental Seasons Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go on hikes\, participate in celebrations of nature\, and create nature art to take home. \nAges 5 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/elemental-seasons-homeschool-class/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,History & Culture,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Schools & Education,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230828T204514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T204514Z
UID:25128-1694167200-1694170800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:The Archaeology of Weedon Island
DESCRIPTION:  \nTravel with professional archaeologists into the ancient past of Weedon Island. \nWeedon Island has been a place for community for thousands of years\, with spaces for special events\, daily activities\, and other parts of community life that we still see in our lives today. Join us for a presentation from professional archaeologist Rachael Kangas who will discuss the basics of archaeology at Weedon Island and why the site is so important to understanding people and communities. \nThis program will take place inside the auditorium of the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center. This program is recommended for adults and youth ages 14 and up. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nRachael Kangas is the Regional Director for the West Central region of the Florida Public Archaeology Network\, and she conducts public archaeology and outreach. She earned her M.A. from the University of Central Florida (UCF) in 2015 and is certified as a member of the Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA). She is also an American Academy for Underwater Sciences (AAUS) diver\, allowing her to assist with underwater research around the state.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/the-archaeology-of-weedon-island/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Archaeology,Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230528T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230528T193053Z
UID:24782-1685782800-1685790000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Archaeology Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the Weedon Island Preserve with a focus on its archaeological history. \nEnjoy a guided hike at the Weedon Island Preserve and learn about the the peoples that inhabited this area thousands of years ago. The hike guide will also share information about the ongoing archaeological research being done to better understand these past cultures. \nThis hike is recommended for adults and youth ages 12+. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The hike will be two miles in length and will traverse uneven terrain so participants must be able to manage these conditions. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/archaeology-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Exhibits,History & Culture,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230421T201236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T202411Z
UID:24302-1683369000-1683374400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Weeds and Seeds: A History of Dining in Florida
DESCRIPTION:Weeds and Seeds:\nA History of Dining in Florida \nCattle\, citrus\, and many other common foods today were brought to Florida by the Spanish\, so what were people eating before then? We’ll explore what people were eating 2\,000 years ago and some ways our food has changed since then! \nPresented by the Florida Public Archaeology Network \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/weeds-and-seeds-a-history-of-dining-in-florida/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Farming,Food & Cooking,History & Culture,Husbandry,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230425T183448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T183448Z
UID:24321-1683277200-1683284400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:History Hike: The Grand Central Airport at Weedon Island
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of the Weedon Island Preserve to learn about its aviation history. \nSt. Petersburg has a long and rich history of aviation\, including the well-known first commercial flight in 1914. But in addition to this accomplishment\, the Grand Central Airport that functioned on Weedon Island during the early 20th century also led to momentous firsts for flight in St. Pete. Join archaeologists with the Florida Public Archaeology Network for a guided tour of the Preserve to learn about the Island’s history with flight and visit historic sites. \nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 12+. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/history-hike-the-grand-central-airport-at-weedon-island/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Archaeology,History & Culture,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230304T211551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230304T211801Z
UID:24096-1681903800-1681909200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:THE SWAMP PEDDLERS
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Michael’s On East for our fourth annual Nature Lecture! This event brings a noted mission-relevant speaker to Sarasota. Past speakers include noted Florida photographer\, Clyde Butcher; author\, Andrea Wulf; and world-renowned entomologist\, Dr. Jack Longino. \nThis year’s speaker is award-winning author and historian\, Jason Vuic. \nTHE SWAMP PEDDLERS \nHow Lot Sellers\, Land Scammers\, and Retirees Built Modern Florida and Transformed the American Dream \nOriginally from Punta Gorda\, FL\, Jason Vuic is a graduate of Wake Forest University\, and holds an M.A. in history from the University of Richmond and a Ph.D. in history from Indiana University Bloomington. His first book\, The Yugo: the Rise and Fall of the Worst Car in History\, received rave reviews in over 100 print and web-based publications\, and in 2016\, his book The Yucks! Two Years in Tampa with the Losingest Team in NFL History\, garnered wide acclaim from several dozen media outlets and publications. \nIn 2021\, Vuic published The Swamp Peddlers\, a tale of misguided land development in Florida during the grow-at-any-cost 1950s and ’60s\, which won the Phillip and Dana Zimmerman Gold Medal Prize for Florida Nonfiction at the 2021 Florida Book Awards\, as well as the 2021 Charlton Tebeau Award for outstanding general interest book from the Florida Historical Society. \nIn this lecture by the same name\, Vuic dives into the history of the “installment land sales industry\,” which seemingly appeared out of nowhere to sell billions of dollars of Florida residential property\, sight unseen\, to retiring northerners. For only $10 down and $10 a month\, working-class pensioners could buy a piece of the Florida dream: a graded homesite waiting for them in a planned community when they were ready to build. The result was Cape Coral\, Port St. Lucie\, Deltona\, Port Charlotte\, Palm Coast\, and Spring Hill\, among many others–sprawling exurban communities with no downtowns and little industry but millions of residential lots. These communities allowed generations of northerners to move to Florida cheaply\, but at a price. \nWe hope you’ll join us for what promises to be a captivating program. \n>>> RSVP HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/24096/
LOCATION:Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast\, 400 Palmetto Avenue\, Osprey\, FL\, 34229-0902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Music & Literature,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast":MAILTO:info@conservationfoundation.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230323T194305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T194305Z
UID:24118-1680948000-1680966000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:SPRING FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring by decorating pots and planting seeds! Learn how to grow your own spring garden. There will be gardening demonstrations\, an Easter egg hunt for children of all ages\, Easter egg dyeing\, and fresh flowers to bring home!\nCost: FREE* | All ages welcome!\n*Cash required to purchase tickets for some activities. 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/spring-festival/
LOCATION:Pinellas Pioneer Settlement\, 3130 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Festivals & Fairs,History & Culture,Holiday Events,Kids & Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230324T190132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230324T190200Z
UID:24173-1680357600-1680361200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Friends of Brooker Creek Book Club
DESCRIPTION:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/friends-of-brooker-creek-book-club/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Music & Literature,Clubs,Geology & Geography,History & Culture
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve":MAILTO:info@friendsofbrookercreekpreserve.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230228T183858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T183858Z
UID:24082-1679742000-1679745600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:"DEAR TAMPA BAY" FILM SCREENING
DESCRIPTION:The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) dedicates a significant portion of their efforts towards protecting natural resources and building upon our conservation heritage for the sake of wildlife\, ourselves\, our neighbors\, and future generations. A great way to spread information regarding conservation is through social media productions. The NWF has begun screening a short film titled “Dear Tampa Bay” at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. The twenty-minute film dives into the risk of climate change and the solutions needed for Tampa Bay to get ahead of these critical environmental issues. Through personal storytelling from community leaders located across the Gulf\, Dear Tampa Bay explains the vulnerability the region possesses in regard to climate related catastrophes. Tampa Bay is referred to as an area of high risk and low readiness. The region has large\, growing populations\, including communities with high social vulnerability and extensive development in flood-prone areas. The film addresses everything from sea level rise\, water quality and quantity\, to climate solutions and resilience strategies. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is proud to be a partner to the National Wildlife Federation. Please join us for the upcoming screening of the short film “Dear Tampa Bay” on March 25th at 11 am in the Nature Center.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/dear-tampa-bay-film-screening/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,History & Culture,Local Community,Marine Life,Movies & Film,Native Flora & Fauna,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230228T184548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T184548Z
UID:24085-1679738400-1679752800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FARM DAY
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a petting zoo\, hayride\, blacksmith demonstration\, and tons of fun activities! Participants will have the chance to churn their own butter\, make tons of cool crafts\, eat homemade pancakes\, drink freshly made lemonade\, and visit our plant sale.\n\nCost: Free* | All ages welcome\n*Cash required to purchase tickets for some activities.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/farm-day/
LOCATION:Pinellas Pioneer Settlement\, 3130 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Festivals & Fairs,History & Culture,Kids & Families,Local Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T153000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T204351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T204505Z
UID:23995-1679734800-1679758200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FAM Archaeology Day & Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Florida Archaeology Month at the Weedon Island Preserve! \n\n\nJoin us for a celebration of Florida Archaeology Month! Examine ancient artifacts and discover the rich history of Tampa Bay at the Weedon Island Preserve. \nFrom 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: \nThe Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education (AWIARE)\, the Central Florida Gulf Coast Archaeological Society (CGCAS)\, the Florida Public Archaeology Network\, and the Tampa Bay History Center will be on-site with a diverse showcase of pre-Columbian artifacts from the Tampa Bay region. Archaeological experts will also illustrate the use of these tools and their importance to native populations. Local fossil collectors are encouraged to bring in artifacts such as arrow heads\, lithics\, and pottery sherds for identification. \nAt 2:00 p.m.: \nThe final event of our Florida Archaeology Month celebration will be a special presentation by Dr. J. Michael Francis as he shares stories and research from St. Augustine’s Parish archive that date from 1594 to 1821. This program is arranged in partnership with the Tampa Bay History Center as part of their “Florida Conversations” series. \n\nTo attend this talk in-person\, please register here.\nTo watch online\, please register here.\n\nPresentation Synopsis: \nSt. Augustine\, Florida houses the oldest surviving parish records in the United States. In this talk\, Dr. J. Michael Francis will introduce this rich collection and to the open-access digital archive he helped to create to bring these records to a global audience. Francis will highlight the early history of colonial Florida\, focusing on the rich corpus of baptism\, confirmation\, marriage\, and death records housed in St. Augustine’s Diocesan Archive. He will share some of the remarkable stories that emerge from the badly damaged pages\, and he will introduce a new digital archive that provides unparalleled public access to this unique collection.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fam-archaeology-day-presentation/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Exhibits,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T201435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T203010Z
UID:23993-1679133600-1679140800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FAM Walking History Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walking tour of the Weedon Island Preserve to learn about its aviation history. \n\n\n\nSt. Petersburg has a long and rich history of aviation\, including the well-known first commercial flight in 1914. But in addition to this accomplishment\, the Grand Central Airport that functioned on Weedon Island during the early 20th century also led to momentous firsts for flight in St. Pete. Join archaeologists with the Florida Public Archaeology Network for a guided tour of the Preserve to learn about the Island’s history with flight and visit historic sites. \nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length may be up to ~2 miles. This hike will traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so participants must be able to manage these conditions. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \nProceeds from this program go to support FPAN in their archaeological mission. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fam-walking-history-tour/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes,Science & Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230223T200729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T200729Z
UID:23943-1678474800-1678478400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Sacred Waters
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sacred-waters/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill – 31st Street S\, 3130 31st Street S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T211449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T211449Z
UID:23997-1678388400-1678392000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Conserving Gopher Tortoises
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department present the annual Natural History Speaker Series (NHSS)\, a program that offers fascinating presentations on the natural and cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields. \n\nConserving Gopher Tortoises at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve presentation by Jeffrey M. Goessling PhD\, Professor\, Eckerd College\n\nHave you ever walked the trails at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and seen a gopher tortoise in the sandy upland habitat? Do you wonder how they are able to survive there? Come and learn more about them as our speaker shares his knowledge along with his findings from ongoing research efforts.\n\nSpeaker Bio: Jeff Goessling grew up in the hills of Kentucky where he gained a fascination and appreciation for nature. He earned his B.S. at Thomas More College\, his M.S. at Sam Houston State University\, and his PhD in the biological sciences at Auburn University. In January 2018 he joined the faculty at Eckerd College. He currently studies and monitors the gopher tortoise population at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/conserving-gopher-tortoises/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Reptiles & Amphibians,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:StPeteParksRec@stpete.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T200135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T200135Z
UID:23988-1677924000-1677931200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FAM Archaeology Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of an active archaeological site at the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\n\nProfessional archaeologists with the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) and the Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education (AWIARE) will lead a hike out to an active excavation area on the Weedon Island Preserve. Participants will learn about recent work at the site\, research results\, and local Indigenous history. \nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length will be ~2 miles. This hike may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so participants must be able to manage these conditions. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \nProceeds from this program go to support AWIARE and FPAN in their archaeological missions. \n>>> MORNING REGISTRATION <<< \n>>> AFTERNOON REGISTRATION <<< \n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fam-archaeology-hikes/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T200135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T200135Z
UID:23988-1677924000-1677931200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:FAM Archaeology Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of an active archaeological site at the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\n\nProfessional archaeologists with the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN) and the Alliance for Weedon Island Archaeological Research and Education (AWIARE) will lead a hike out to an active excavation area on the Weedon Island Preserve. Participants will learn about recent work at the site\, research results\, and local Indigenous history. \nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \nAttendees will meet inside the Cultural and Natural History Center for a short introduction before departing for the trails. The total hike length will be ~2 miles. This hike may traverse uneven\, natural paths or boardwalks so participants must be able to manage these conditions. Afterwards\, attendees will return to the Center to complete an evaluation of the hike and explore the museum’s exhibits. \nProceeds from this program go to support AWIARE and FPAN in their archaeological missions. \n>>> MORNING REGISTRATION <<< \n>>> AFTERNOON REGISTRATION <<< \n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fam-archaeology-hikes/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230223T201726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T201726Z
UID:23946-1677870000-1677873600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Scribbling Women in Florida
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/scribbling-women-in-florida/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill – 31st Street S\, 3130 31st Street S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts, Music & Literature,History & Culture,Lectures & Seminars
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260519T183715
CREATED:20230224T211852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T211852Z
UID:24000-1677783600-1677787200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:History of the Florida Keys
DESCRIPTION:The Florida History Speaker Series is presented by the Pinellas Pioneer Settlement Committee. This program offers fascinating presentations on the cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields. It is cosponsored by the City of St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department. \nHistory of the Florida Keys presentation by Brian Lane\, Business Co-Owner\, Sensing Nature \nAlthough one of the most visited places\, many people don’t know much about this region that tails from the southern tip of Florida. Join us as we travel back in time to learn about the human and environmental history of the Keys. What could the Keys mean in the future for residents\, tourists\, and wildlife? \nSpeaker Bio: As an ecologist\, environmental educator\, and business co-owner\, Brian Lane shares his appreciation and understanding of the natural world through Sensing Nature’s interactive workshops\, ethical ecotours\, and educational nature products. He earned his B.S. from the University of Central Florida. \nAll ages welcome. Free admission.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/history-of-the-florida-keys/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:StPeteParksRec@stpete.org
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