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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-2/2025-03-09/
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
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Gardening: Milkweed for Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to attract monarchs and other butterflies to your Florida garden \nThis class will teach you how to attract and keep butterflies in your garden year-round along with other pollinators and beneficial insects important to a healthy garden. We will talk about key nectar and host plants for Central Florida that you should plant in your yard. Participants will receive a native milkweed plant and a butterfly ID brochure after attending the workshop.  \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 <<< \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/butterfly-gardening-milkweed-for-monarchs/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T093000
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SUMMARY:Tiny Wildlife Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join naturalist Liz Childress on a walk to look for little creatures and discover the hidden beauty of the Weedon Island Preserve. \n\n\nWildlife abounds at the Weedon Island Preserve\, especially the tiny kind\, like butterflies\, bees\, and other invertebrates. Join naturalist Liz Childress on a walk to look for little creatures and discover the hidden beauty of the Preserve. Don’t forget to bring your camera! \nNote: The total walk length will be variable\, but no more than a mile or so. We will traverse uneven\, natural paths and boardwalks so please prepare accordingly. \nThis tour is best suited for adults and youth ages 10+. Youth must be supervised by an adult. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tiny-wildlife-walk/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Buggin' Out Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join our rangers for an explorative hike as we discover the fascinating insects that call Boyd Hill home. Learn about the vital roles these tiny creatures play in our ecosystem and why they are so important for the health of our environment\n\nAll ages welcome with a registered adult.\n\n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/buggin-out-hike/2025-03-15/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T080000
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SUMMARY:Nature Detectives Camp - BHNP Spring 2025
DESCRIPTION:Ages 7 yrs – 11 yrs \nExplore the fascinating world of amphibians and reptiles (such as gopher tortoises\, frogs\, lizards) with hands-on learning\, hikes\, and animal encounters. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/nature-detectives-camp-bhnp-spring-2025/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians,Science & Technology,Wildlife,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Youth Spring Break Pollinator Party
DESCRIPTION:Learn about our native pollinators! \nTake a pollinator walk\, safely catch and study some insect friends\, complete a scavenger hunt\, then create seed-balls to take home so you can create a pollinator habitat of your own! \nRecommended for youth ages 7 & up. Registration is required. \nSpace is limited and this program will cap at 20 participants. Please register just your child (children). This is not a drop-off program. Meet in front of the auditorium. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/youth-spring-break-pollinator-party/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Froggin' Around
DESCRIPTION:Let’s have a little frog fun to celebrate World Water Day! \nAges 4 yrs – 8 yrs \nCome dressed like your favorite frog and enjoy a frog’s point of view. Join Connie Nye to learn about adaptations and the life cycle of frogs. \nA reading of “Can He Keep It?” and a book signing included. \nBooks are not included\, but will be available for a $20 purchase. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/froggin-around/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animals & Pets,Arts, Music & Literature,Conservation & Ecology,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Preschool,Reptiles & Amphibians,Story Time,Wildlife,Youth Programs
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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-2/2025-03-23/
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
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SUMMARY:Special Butterfly Walk!
DESCRIPTION:Field Trip Leader: Ron Smith \nLocation: Folly Farms Nature Preserve \n1538 Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Street North\, Safety Harbor\, Florida 34695 \nMeet at the parking lot. This walk and butterfly introduction day should feature several species of hairstreaks and other early season butterflies. Spectacular native plants display. \nWhat to Bring:\nHat\, Binoculars\, Water\, Insect repellent\, Sunscreen
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/special-butterfly-walk/
LOCATION:Folly Farms Nature Preserve\, 1538 Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Street North\, Safety Harbor\, FL\, 34695\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250330T130000
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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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