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UID:28755-1760796000-1760801400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Butterfly Garden
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk through our butterfly gardens while learning all about native host and nectar plant identification\, common butterflies\, and other pollinators found in our area\, and special garden features to add to support wildlife. \nBuild your own butterfly garden to take home to plant using native plant seeds. \nAll ages welcome with a registered adult. Please select the correct number of participants or seats needed at the time of enrollment. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/make-your-own-butterfly-garden/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Crafts & Hobbies,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T120000
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UID:28992-1764936000-1764939600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pollinator Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow plants to attract pollinators to your yard. \nJoin UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County to learn strategies to attract pollinators to your yard. In this in-person class\, you will learn how to select and plant flowers in your home for a more pollinator-friendly landscape. This program is in support of the Carrollwood Pollinator Corridor in collaboration with Carrollwood Village Park\, Carrollwood Cultural Center and VISTA Gardens and supported by the Florida Wildflower Foundation’s Viva Florida Landscape Demonstration Garden program. \nAttendees will receive free plants and seeds to start their own pollinator gardens at home. Thanks to Greenacre Properties https://www.greenacre.com\, lunch will be included (choice of half club sandwich\, chicken salad on croissant\, or vegetarian wrap) catered by the New York Bagel Cafe in Carrollwood Village. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n>>> REGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pollinator-gardening/
LOCATION:Carrollwood Cultural Center\, 4537 Lowell Road\, Tampa\, FL\, 33618\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Birds & Birding,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Insects,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T200000
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UID:29208-1767812400-1767816000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Florida-Friendly Landscaping: Fertilize Appropriately
DESCRIPTION:FFL Principle Number 3\, “Fertilize Appropriately\,” provides guidance on how to best give your landscape plants the nutrients they need.\n\n\n\nThis is the fourth in a series of Florida-Friendly Landscaping webinars for residents of Pasco County! (Please register for each individual webinar presentation of the series\, as the corresponding Zoom link will be sent out via email two days prior to the event. The Zoom link will only apply to the individual presentation.) \nPlants have varying nutrient needs\, depending on the species\, the age of the plant\, and its location. It’s not always necessary to fertilize your plants or lawns\, and too much fertilizer can weaken a plant\, promote disease\, and invite pests\, in addition to wasting money and harming the environment. Before you fertilize\, you should always determine if it’s really needed\, and if there are any local restrictions. If you do fertilize\, always follow the fertilizer label directions and UF/IFAS recommended rates and application timings to prevent nutrient runoff and leaching which can pollute Florida’s waters. \nBenefits of Fertilizing Appropriately: \n\nGround and surface waters are protected from pollution\nPlant material has the correct color and appearance\nPlants flower and fruit appropriately\nFertilizing only when necessary (not overfertilizing) saves money\, reduces pest problems\, and promotes healthy plant growth\nYou may be more satisfied with the performance of the landscape plants and turfgrass\n\nWhat you do in your landscape matters. From the fertilizers you apply to the water you use\, your gardening choices can have an impact on land\, water\, wildlife\, and the overall well-being of Florida’s residents. \n\n\n>>> RESERVE A SPOT  RESERVE A SPOT
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/florida-friendly-landscaping-fertilize-appropriately/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Health & Fitness,Home & Lifestyle,Insects,Invasive & Intrusive Species,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000
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UID:29188-1769248800-1769252400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Fight the Bite
DESCRIPTION:Learn what Pinellas County Mosquito Control is doing to protect public health through Integrated Mosquito Management. \nOur presentation will touch on the history of mosquito-borne illnesses and mosquito control in the state of Florida\, important steps you can take to prevent mosquito breeding around your home\, protecting yourself from mosquito bites\, and information about the services Pinellas County Mosquito Control provides to the county. \nSave your spot
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/fight-the-bite/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Biology & Medicine,Climate,Coastal & Wetlands,Health & Fitness,Insects,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T120000
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UID:29555-1789207200-1789214400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Bioblitz at Patti Johnson Farm
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join others in the community for a fun\, citizen-science effort to record as many species of plants and insects at Patti Johnson Farm on September 12th. \nThis Bioblitz using the iNaturalist phone app (free) will give us an idea of the density and diversity of pollinators and the plants they depend on in one park in our county. Educators from the Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources Department & the City of Pinellas Park will be on hand to get you started at the Bioblitz. \nThis biolblitz is in partnership with the City of Pinellas Park. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bioblitz-at-patti-johnson-farm/
LOCATION:Patti Johnson Farm\, 6199 94th Ave\, Pinellas Park\, FL\, 33782\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Insects,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T110000
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UID:29549-1789729200-1789732800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Tiny Pollinator Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Our county is home to tiny pollinator heroes\, and most folks don’t even know they’re here. \nThis lively talk shines a spotlight on our native bee (NOT the European honeybee) and the simple steps we can take to keep them buzzing. Join us and learn how Bee City USA\, Pinellas County is leading the charge. \nPlease note: this is an informational presentation about our native bee species\, not beekeeping or honeybees that are not native to the United States. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/tiny-pollinator-heroes/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Insects,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
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CREATED:20260907T193327Z
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UID:29558-1789812000-1789819200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Bioblitz at Moccasin Lake Nature Park
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join others in the community for a fun\, citizen-science effort to record as many species of plants and insects at Moccasin Lake Nature Park on September 19th. \nThis Bioblitz using the iNaturalist phone app (free) will give us an idea of the density and diversity of pollinators and the plants they depend on in one park in our county. Educators from the Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources Department & the City of Clearwater will be on hand to get you started at the Bioblitz. \nThis bioblitz is in partnership with the City of Clearwater. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bioblitz-at-moccasin-lake-nature-park/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Science & Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
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UID:29551-1790418600-1790424000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Making a Florida Native Meadow for Butterflies!
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we will discuss how you can turn your conventional lawn into a regenerative Florida native meadow. \nThis transition helps support pollinators and reduces the need for excess irrigation and fertilizer. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/making-a-florida-native-meadow-for-butterflies/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T140000
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CREATED:20260907T195957Z
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UID:29560-1791018000-1791036000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Wildflower & Pollinator Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the beauty of Florida’s native wildflowers and discover the remarkable pollinators that keep our ecosystems thriving during the annual Wildflower & Pollinator Festival at Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center. \nThe free festival will be held on Saturday\, October 3\, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is presented by the Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources Department with generous support from the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve. \nFestival Highlights \nVisitors of all ages can learn how native wildflowers support butterflies\, bees\, hummingbirds\, moths\, beetles\, and countless other wildlife while discovering simple ways to create pollinator-friendly landscapes at home. \nThroughout the Education Center Campus you can discover: \n\nNative Plant Sale featuring Florida-friendly native plants from regional growers (while supplies last)\nWildflower Quest along the Education Center Trail (last quest begins at 1:00 p.m.)\nEducational encounters with naturalists and interactive learning stations\nKids’ make-and-take nature crafts\nBeeswax candle-making activity (while supplies last)\nHoneybee observation hive\nEducational information tables hosted by local conservation organizations and community partners\nTemporary wildflower and pollinator tattoos courtesy of Kate Dolamore Art (while supplies last)\n\nThe Exhibit Hall and Nature Store will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase\, and naturalists will be stationed along the trails to answer questions about the preserve’s plants\, wildlife\, and habitats. \nWhether you’re an experienced gardener\, a nature enthusiast\, or simply looking for a fun family outing\, the Fall Wildflower & Pollinator Festival offers something for everyone. Come rain or shine. Activities are subject to change.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wildflower-pollinator-festival-3/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Birds & Birding,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Festivals & Fairs,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Insects,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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