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SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Ecology Camp
DESCRIPTION:George Heinrich leads campers as they explore the ecology and conservation of Florida’s wildlife and wild lands. A blend of classroom and field sessions will include hands-on activities\, guest presentations\, and exploration of the preserve’s diverse habitats where campers will practice their nature detective skills. \nAges 7 yrs – 11 yrs \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wildlife-ecology-camp/2023-08-02/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Ecology Camp
DESCRIPTION:George Heinrich leads campers as they explore the ecology and conservation of Florida’s wildlife and wild lands. A blend of classroom and field sessions will include hands-on activities\, guest presentations\, and exploration of the preserve’s diverse habitats where campers will practice their nature detective skills. \nAges 7 yrs – 11 yrs \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wildlife-ecology-camp/2023-08-03/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T221041Z
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SUMMARY:Honeymoon Island State Park
DESCRIPTION:Nature Adventure Camp field trip to Honeymoon Island State Park. \nAges 7 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/honeymoon-island-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Honeymoon Island State Park\, #1 Causeway Boulevard\, Dunedin\, 34698
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Coastal & Wetlands,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:28.06026;-82.817924
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230722T172321Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Ecology Camp
DESCRIPTION:George Heinrich leads campers as they explore the ecology and conservation of Florida’s wildlife and wild lands. A blend of classroom and field sessions will include hands-on activities\, guest presentations\, and exploration of the preserve’s diverse habitats where campers will practice their nature detective skills. \nAges 7 yrs – 11 yrs \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wildlife-ecology-camp/2023-08-04/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T100000
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SUMMARY:Black Tern Courtney Campbell
DESCRIPTION:The main goal of this FT is to see Black Terns on the causeway (Gandy Beach https://ebird.org/hotspot/L951893). I would characterize this trip as easy\, with short walks\, on fairly even ground. Attendees should bring their lunch and water. We should be finished by eleven. \nTo sign up\, RSVP  field trip leader Mic McCarty mic.mccarty@tampaaudubon.org \nImportant! Pre-registration is required and participation is limited. Please do not attend this or any Tampa Audubon Society events if you have flu\, cold\, or covid symptoms. Tampa Audubon is committed to reducing the spread of illnesses. The health and safety of our members is of the highest priority.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/black-tern-courtney-campbell/
LOCATION:Gandy Beach\, Saint Petersburg\, FL\, 33716\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Clubs,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Organizational Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230527T200021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230527T202035Z
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SUMMARY:Family Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join our park rangers for our monthly night hikes! All ages welcome with a registered adult. Please select the correct number of participants or seats needed at the time of enrollment. \n18 yrs + \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/family-night-hike-2-2/2023-08-05/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Families,Nature Tours & Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T223000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20221219T201452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T204321Z
UID:10002807-1691226000-1691274600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:The Ways of Water Hike
DESCRIPTION:Water is an important feature at Brooker Creek Preserve . \nOn this hike you will learn the different ways we interact with water\, the importance of wetlands and how you can make a difference in issues surrounding our water quality and quantity. Come and enjoy this family friendly fall walk through the woods. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/the-ways-of-water-hike-3/2023-08-05/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:28.136639;-82.656421
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center 3940 Keystone Road Tarpon Springs FL 34688 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3940 Keystone Road:geo:-82.656421,28.136639
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20221219T202211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T204717Z
UID:10002808-1691308800-1691314200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Sunday Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come out for this “early morning” walk in the woods with Alexa to seek out the resident and visiting birds of Brooker. Beginners and all levels of birders welcome. Meet in the parking lot at 8:00 a.m. \nThis is a free hike\, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<\n \nGuided Hike Information \nVolunteer Hike Guides will meet participants in the parking lot 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. We strongly suggest all hikers visit the restroom (located in the Classroom Building) before we begin as there are no facilities along the trail. \n\nGuided hikes are under a mile in length\, much of which is on unimproved\, uneven sandy trails.\n\n\nHikes take about two (2) hours to complete.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, sneakers or boots.\n\n\nInsect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.\n\n\nBring plenty of drinking water and a snack.\n\n\nA hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen are also recommended.\n\n\nPets are not permitted.\n\n\nNo smoking is allowed.\n\n\nTrained volunteers will guide the hike.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sunday-bird-hike/2023-08-06/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:28.136639;-82.656421
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230810
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001422-1691539200-1691539200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-08-09/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230129T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T203213Z
UID:10003088-1691830800-1691841600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Important! Pre-registration is required and participation is limited to the first 10 people who sign up. If you have not yet been fully vaccinated against COVID-19\, we respectfully request that you do not join us for this outing. Tampa Audubon reserves the right to cancel outings as necessary to respond to COVID-19. \nEntrance fee for park $2. Meet in the parking lot by the Visitor’s Center in Lettuce Lake Park at 9 am.  We’ll walk the boardwalk or trails\, depending on where the best birds are.  We have binoculars to loan\, and someone will have a spotting scope so you can get up really close and personal!  Bring water and a snack. \nRSVP to trip leader Megan Campbell at megan.campbell@tampaaudubon.org.\n\nIf you have not yet been fully vaccinated against COVID-19\, we respectfully request that you do not join us for this outing. Tampa Audubon reserves the right to cancel outings as necessary to respond to COVID-19. All participants must fill out the TAS Wellness Self-Certification: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GEGETVjrxTjthmKHpuDaMGIq_WdHLYKb/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/beginning-bird-walk-3/2023-08-12/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
GEO:28.0739294;-82.3754407
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230817
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001423-1692144000-1692144000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-08-16/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230528T204814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230528T204814Z
UID:10002178-1692261000-1692271800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify mushroom species at Rye Preserve! \n\n\n\nJoin UF/IFAS for an engaging walk into the fantastic world of fungi on a tour through one of our local natural areas. These walks will focus on practicing skills needed for identification of local mushroom species as well as on the broader ecology associated. Be prepared to walk a long distance. Appropriate footwear\, hat\, sunscreen etc. are required. \nThe 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 Katie Granberg\, katiebg@ufl.edu\, (941) 722-4524 x 1815 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/mushroom-hike/2023-08-17/
LOCATION:Rye Preserve\, 905 Rye Wilderness Trail\, Parrish\, FL\, 34219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20220731T180037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T202104Z
UID:10001299-1692428400-1692442800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Davis Park Birding
DESCRIPTION:Davis Park is a hidden gem in Brandon just north of Highway 60 off of Parsons. The park has one named lake\, Mead Lake\, and two unnamed lakes. All three lakes are home to breeding Wood Ducks\, Sandhill Cranes and other waterfowl. Black-bellied Ducks\, Wood Ducks\, Black-crown Night Herons\, cranes and other bird species roost for the night in the park. American Kestrels\, Red-shouldered Hawks\, Eastern Bluebirds\, Northern Flickers and many other species breed here. \nMeet at 7:00 a.m. at the small parking areas on the right side of the park open field [27.947294\, -82.290945] shortly after you drive through the wooded area. \nDetails of the Davis Park eBird reports are here: https://ebird.org/hotspot/L8712193 \nRSVP field trip leader Mic McCarty mic.mccarty@tampaaudubon.org \nImportant! Pre-registration is required and participation is limited. Please do not attend this or any Tampa Audubon Society events if you have flu\, cold\, or covid symptoms. Tampa Audubon is committed to reducing the spread of illnesses. The health and safety of our members is of the highest priority.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/davis-park-birding/
LOCATION:Davis Park\, 612 N Parsons Avenue\, Brandon\, FL\, 33510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Clubs,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Raptors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230819T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230528T204814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230528T204814Z
UID:10002179-1692433800-1692444600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Mushroom Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify mushroom species at Rye Preserve! \n\n\n\nJoin UF/IFAS for an engaging walk into the fantastic world of fungi on a tour through one of our local natural areas. These walks will focus on practicing skills needed for identification of local mushroom species as well as on the broader ecology associated. Be prepared to walk a long distance. Appropriate footwear\, hat\, sunscreen etc. are required. \nThe 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 Katie Granberg\, katiebg@ufl.edu\, (941) 722-4524 x 1815 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/mushroom-hike/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Rye Preserve\, 905 Rye Wilderness Trail\, Parrish\, FL\, 34219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:27.513373;-82.364587
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230824
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001424-1692748800-1692748800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-08-23/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T103000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230729T185741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T185741Z
UID:10002815-1692954000-1692959400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pollinator Walk at the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the weird world of pollination\, then go for a guided walk at Weedon Island to see some pollinators in action! \n\n\nLearn about the weird world of pollination from a Center naturalist\, then go on a walk to see the pollinators doing their thing at the Weedon Island Preserve! Bring your camera of choice to capture these interesting observations. \nThis walk is recommended for adults and youth ages 10 and up. All youth must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pollinator-walk-at-the-preserve/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:27.850451;-82.6075539
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230727T213134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230727T213438Z
UID:10002801-1693047600-1693051200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Awesome Alligator Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the American alligator\, Florida’s state reptile\, which calls our wetlands home. \nAll ages welcome with a registered adult. Please select the correct number of participants or seats needed at the time of enrollment. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/awesome-alligator-hike/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001425-1693353600-1693353600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-08-30/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater FL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2750 Park Trail Lane:geo:-82.724462,27.977104
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230827T210844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T210844Z
UID:10003030-1693641600-1693663200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Pinellas County Bee City USA 2023 BioBlitz!
DESCRIPTION:Join others in the community for a fun\, citizen-science effort to record as many species of plants and insects at Eagle Lake Park \n\n\n\nPinellas County has recently been recognized as a Bee City (County) by the non-profit Xerces Society for the Conservation of Invertebrates. Part of our commitment to foster a community that supports insect conservation is to engage citizens in the collection of data on the health of our insect populations. \nYou are invited to join others in the community for a fun\, citizen-science effort to record as many species of plants and insects at Eagle Lake Park on September 2\, 2023 from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. This “Bio-Blitz” 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 Brooker Creek and Weedon Island Environmental Education Centers will be on hand to get you started at the BioBlitz. \nAll are welcome to join us to start the blitz at Shelter 3\, Eagle Lake Park\, 1800 Keene Road\, Largo\, FL 33771 from 8:00am – 2:00pm.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-county-bee-city-usa-2023-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Eagle Lake Park\, 1800 Keene Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Insects,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230829T202643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T202740Z
UID:10003085-1693641600-1693674000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Native Plant Walk LLP
DESCRIPTION:This program is led by the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson and Tina Patterson and supported by Tampa Audubon. \nCome and learn about the real natural Florida and why it is so important to protect it during a plant walk at Lettuce Lake. The walks take place the first Saturday of the month\, with no walks in July\, August or December. \nMeet in the visitor center for a short orientation slide show\, then the walk is on the park’s boardwalk and nature trails. \nAdvance registration is required. \nThings to know \n\nProgram is free\, but the $2 per vehicle (up to eight people) park entry fee applies\nWalk will last approximately 1-1/2 to 2 hours\nExpect to walk 1 mile\nMaximum of 25 participants\nFor larger parties\, please email Suncoast Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson\nMeet at the Visitor’s Center\n\n\nThings to bring\n \n\nWater\nComfortable shoes\nSunscreen\nHat\, if needed
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/native-plant-walk-llp-2-2/2023-09-02/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:28.0739294;-82.3754407
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230827T200209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T200209Z
UID:10002895-1693683000-1693686600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Family Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join our park rangers for our monthly night hikes! \nAll ages welcome with a registered adult. Please select the correct number of participants or seats needed for your family at the time of enrollment. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/family-night-hike-2-3/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230903T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230827T211623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230827T211623Z
UID:10003031-1693728000-1693733400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Sunday Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come out for this “early morning” walk in the woods. \nCome out for this “early morning” walk in the woods with Alexa\, our awesome volunteer\, to seek out the resident and visiting birds of Brooker. Beginners and all levels of birders welcome. Meet in the parking lot at 8:00 a.m. \nThis is a free hike\, however space is limited. Please be courteous and do not register unless you plan to attend and cancel your reservation if you can no longer attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nGuided Hike Information \nVolunteer Hike Guides will meet participants in the parking lot 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. We strongly suggest all hikers visit the restroom (located in the Classroom Building) before we begin as there are no facilities along the trail. \n\nGuided hikes are under a mile in length\, much of which is on unimproved\, uneven sandy trails.\n\n\nHikes take about two (2) hours to complete.\n\n\nPlease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, sneakers or boots.\n\n\nInsect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.\n\n\nBring plenty of drinking water and a snack.\n\n\nA hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen are also recommended.\n\n\nPets are not permitted.\n\n\nNo smoking is allowed.\n\n\nTrained volunteers will guide the hike.\n\nAdditional Notes: It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sunday-bird-hike-2-2/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:28.136639;-82.656421
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center 3940 Keystone Road Tarpon Springs FL 34688 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3940 Keystone Road:geo:-82.656421,28.136639
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230907
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001426-1693958400-1693958400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-09-06/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater FL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2750 Park Trail Lane:geo:-82.724462,27.977104
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230827T203948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205728Z
UID:10002964-1693992600-1693998000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Puddle Jumpers
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! \nAges 3 yrs – 5 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/puddle-jumpers-2/2023-09-06/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230129T193948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T203213Z
UID:10003086-1694250000-1694260800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Beginning Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Important! Pre-registration is required and participation is limited to the first 10 people who sign up. If you have not yet been fully vaccinated against COVID-19\, we respectfully request that you do not join us for this outing. Tampa Audubon reserves the right to cancel outings as necessary to respond to COVID-19. \nEntrance fee for park $2. Meet in the parking lot by the Visitor’s Center in Lettuce Lake Park at 9 am.  We’ll walk the boardwalk or trails\, depending on where the best birds are.  We have binoculars to loan\, and someone will have a spotting scope so you can get up really close and personal!  Bring water and a snack. \nRSVP to trip leader Megan Campbell at megan.campbell@tampaaudubon.org.\n\nIf you have not yet been fully vaccinated against COVID-19\, we respectfully request that you do not join us for this outing. Tampa Audubon reserves the right to cancel outings as necessary to respond to COVID-19. All participants must fill out the TAS Wellness Self-Certification: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GEGETVjrxTjthmKHpuDaMGIq_WdHLYKb/view?usp=sharing
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/beginning-bird-walk-3/2023-09-09/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Wildlife
GEO:28.0739294;-82.3754407
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lettuce Lake Conservation Park 6920 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa FL 33637 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6920 East Fletcher Avenue:geo:-82.3754407,28.0739294
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230914
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20210426T213945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230425T192752Z
UID:10001427-1694563200-1694563200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Reptile Wednesdays with Dennis!
DESCRIPTION:Dennis is the president of the Suncoast Herpetological Society\, Inc. and spends his Wednesdays at Moccasin Lake Nature Park educating guests about reptiles. Come with your questions! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/reptile-wednesdays-with-dennis/2023-09-13/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians
GEO:27.977104;-82.724462
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater FL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2750 Park Trail Lane:geo:-82.724462,27.977104
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230827T203948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230923T205728Z
UID:10002965-1694597400-1694602800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Puddle Jumpers
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor exploration and learning for children entering Pre-K. Dress for rain or shine! \nAges 3 yrs – 5 yrs \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/puddle-jumpers-2/2023-09-13/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230829T203652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T203723Z
UID:10003089-1694678400-1694689200@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Birding at Lettuce Lake Park
DESCRIPTION:Important! Pre-registration is required and participation is limited to the first 10 people who sign up. Please do not attend this or any Tampa Audubon Society events if you have flu\, cold\, or covid symptoms. Tampa Audubon is committed to reducing the spread of illnesses. The health and safety of our members is of the highest priority. \nEntrance fee for park is $2. Meet in the parking lot by the canoe launch in Lettuce Lake Park at 8 am.  We’ll walk the boardwalk or trails\, depending on where the best birds are. Bring water and a snack. \nContact trip leader Lilian Saul at:  lily.saul@tampaaudubon.org to join.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/birding-at-lettuce-lake-park/
LOCATION:Lettuce Lake Conservation Park\, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue\, Tampa\, FL\, 33637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:28.0739294;-82.3754407
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lettuce Lake Conservation Park 6920 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa FL 33637 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6920 East Fletcher Avenue:geo:-82.3754407,28.0739294
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260407T180044
CREATED:20230425T191141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T193435Z
UID:10003039-1694768400-1694775600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Hiking with Heroes
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Memorial Day\, join fellow members of the veteran community as we explore the mangrove and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island on this guided hike of the Preserve. Learn about the coastal environment\, native wildlife\, and early history of the island. \nThe hike may be to 3 miles in total length and will be on a combination of boardwalks\, paved\, or natural trails. \nThis tour is for military veterans and family members ages 10 and up. Veterans are requested to wear clothing or a hat indicating their military service branch. Youth must be supervised by an adult for the full duration of the program. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/hiking-with-heroes/2023-09-15/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Holiday Events,Kids & Families,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
GEO:27.850451;-82.6075539
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center 1800 Weedon Drive NE St. Petersburg FL United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1800 Weedon Drive NE:geo:-82.6075539,27.850451
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