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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T100000
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SUMMARY:Gopher Tortoises + Prescribed Fire = Increased Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Brooker Creek Preserve is home to one of Pinellas County’s largest populations of gopher tortoises\, a threatened\, burrowing species which occurs in upland habitats. Learn about the significant ecological role played by this keystone species. Find out how habitat restoration\, including the use of prescribed fire\, can greatly benefit plant and animal communities. This program is recommended for all ages. \nGeorge L. Heinrich is a field biologist and environmental educator specializing in Florida reptiles. His company\, Heinrich Ecological Services\, is based in St. Petersburg\, Florida\, and conducts wildlife surveys and research\, natural history programming\, and nature-based tours. \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/brooker-creek-preserve-environmental-education-center-pinellas-county-extension-1249569181
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/gopher-tortoises-prescribed-fire-increased-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,Native Flora & Fauna,Reptiles & Amphibians,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Off the Beaten Path
DESCRIPTION:A nature-based fundraising hike series! \nDescription: This 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\, a Wildlife Ecologist with St. Petersburg College\, 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! The hikes will begin at 9:00 a.m. and be about 3-4 hours long. Bring\nwater and lunch. \nCost: $80 donation for the series or $25 donation per hike. There is a 10% discount for members of Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve.  \nSites Off the Beaten Path: \nJan. 13\, 2019 – Cypress Swamp Stomp – Located in the central part of the preserve\, this site features orchids\, ferns\, and epiphytes. Plan to get wet\, or maybe not\, as we plunge into the depths of the swamp! \nMarch 24\, 2019 – Sandhill Scramble – 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 23\, 2019 – Interior Wildlands  – We will be in parts of the Preserve so remote that cell phones won’t work\, areas so pretty you won’t believe you are in Pinellas County! \nSept. 22\, 2019 – In Search of the Catesby’s Lily – 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. \nReservations Required: Sign up early! Only 20 spots are open for these fabulous hikes off the beaten path!  \nQuestions or to reserve your spot: fobcp@tampabay.rr.com or 727-934-2680.  \n \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/brooker-creek-preserve-environmental-education-center-pinellas-county-extension-1249569181
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/off-the-beaten-path/2019-01-13/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Preserve\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraisers & Sales,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190131T153000
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SUMMARY:Transforming your Landscape to an Attractive Native Plant Oasis
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to transform from a traditional yard to an attractive native plant oasis that will provide a variety of environmental benefits. \nSteve Turnipseed\, President of the Villages Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society will provide the insight and inspiration you need to successfully implement residential native landscape projects. During this presentation\, Steve will teach you about how residents in a gated\, deed restricted community have developed successful native landscape designs\, obtained approval\, and installed and maintained yards with native plants and little to no turfgrass. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/weedon-island-preserve-cultural-and-natural-history-center-1250121017
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/transforming-your-landscape-to-an-attractive-native-plant-oasis/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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