Four days of field and boat trips, expert seminars, keynote speakers, and a great free nature expo! Festival…
Native Flora & Fauna
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4 events,
Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature…
Free
Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go…
$15
Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! Ages 3 yrs - 5…
$5
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2 events,
This free event at Moccasin Lake Nature Park is hosted by the Clearwater Community Women’s Club, and it…
Free
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4 events,
Venture out along the Flatwoods Trail loop with Natural Resources Agent, Lara Milligan to learn all about her…
Free
Take a fun, interactive workshop on nature journaling! Nature journaling is an immersive experience where you can document…
$5 – $15
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Join us for an exciting online workshop dedicated to exploring the wonders of backyard wildlife! Whether you're a…
Free
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8 events,
This program is led by the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson and Tina…
Free
Enjoy an hour and half of easy paddling on the Little Manatee River loop with your guide. Three…
$5 – $25
Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. Explore the…
$3
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For light, heat, and food, fire has always been an essential aspect of survival. Today, our need for…
$5
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Meet the Tampa Bay Aquatic Preserves program and learn about the coastal resources they protect in Tampa Bay.…
Free
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Where Did the Snakes Go? The Parasite Behind Pygmy Rattlesnake Declines Learn about new research from the University…
Free
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1 event,
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1 event,
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1 event,
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4 events,
Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature…
Free
Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go…
$15
Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! Ages 3 yrs - 5…
$5
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3 events,
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Join experts from UF/IFAS Extension and the Manatee Rare Fruit Council to discover some of the lesser known…
$5
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1 event,
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5 events,
Pollinator Garden Workday at Moccasin Lake Nature Park! 2nd Saturdays of the month at 8am! Hello beautiful plant… This engaging hands-on class will introduce the study of tortoises and freshwater turtles. Join turtle biologist and environmental…
$300
In honor of Memorial Day, join fellow members of the veteran community as we explore the mangrove and…
$3
Guided tour through DeSoto/Riverview Pointe Preserve with a Master Gardener Volunteer. Casually stroll through the beautiful Riverview Pointe…
Free
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1 event,
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1 event,
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1 event,
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4 events,
Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature…
Free
Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go…
$15
Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! Ages 3 yrs - 5…
$5
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1 event,
Walk the boardwalks and natural paths of Weedon Island, capturing photographs of native flora and fauna along the…
$3
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1 event,
We will identify wildflowers, ferns, epiphytes, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be…
Free
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4 events,
Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. Explore the…
$3
Take a hike through upland habitats along the beautiful Rye Preserve and learn about Florida's native plants, natural…
Free
A walk designed to relax and rejuvenate by focusing on gratitude. Bathe the senses in the healing qualities…
$5
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This class is an introduction wonderful world of insects! What is that bug? Does it bite? Is it…
Free
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1 event,
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November is the month highlighting all of the things for which we are grateful. In this unique program,…
Free
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2 events,
Explore the fascinating world of turtles with hands-on learning, hikes, and live animal encounters. Campers spend time on…
$110
Each day, the program includes a combination of nature stories, songs, games, crafts, and hikes to explore the…
$60
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2 events,
Explore the fascinating world of turtles with hands-on learning, hikes, and live animal encounters. Campers spend time on…
$110
Each day, the program includes a combination of nature stories, songs, games, crafts, and hikes to explore the…
$60
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5 events,
Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature…
Free
Explore the fascinating world of turtles with hands-on learning, hikes, and live animal encounters. Campers spend time on…
$110
Each day, the program includes a combination of nature stories, songs, games, crafts, and hikes to explore the…
$60
Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go…
$15
Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! Ages 3 yrs - 5…
$5
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0 events,
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1 event,
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Enter the mysterious world of fungi! This hike will focus on the magic of mushrooms and lichens. Hand…
$5
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1 event,
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Learn all about edible plants! In this guided walk, you will be introduced to native plant identification, the…
$5
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0 events,
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0 events,
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3 events,
Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature…
Free
Join Ruth Glass as we study the seasons and traditional celebrations from around the world. Children will go…
$15
Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! Ages 3 yrs - 5…
$5
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1 event,
Meet the wading birds of the Weedon Island Preserve on a guided walk of the trails. Learn the…
$3
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3 events,
Learn from professional archaeologists on how to sort, identify, and clean artifacts and other material from real archaeological…
Free
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3 events,
Join us for a guided tour of the trails and boardwalks of the Weedon Island Preserve. Participants will…
$3
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Create a living wreath using Tillandsia plants! Tillandsia Wreath “Make and Take” – Learn about these lovely epiphytes…
$40
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Bring your family and join our park rangers for a cool night drinking hot cocoa on the trails!…
$5
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1 event,
Come out for this “early morning” walk in the woods. Come out for this “early morning” walk in…
Free
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