CANOPY CREATURES
2020-02-28 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Emerson Point Preserve, 5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
TALL TAILS TRIBE:
CANOPY CREATURES
High in the trees is a shadowy home of many plants and animals. Let’s peak around the dusky, tree lined habitat and explore the forest friends that call Florida’s tree canopies home. Your little one will delight in a program full of games, songs, movement and a short stroll.
Program suitable for preschool age children. Reservations are required – Please let us know if you would like to attend by emailing coral.bass@mymanatee.org or calling 941-742-5757 ext.4.

SNEAK PEEK SHUTTER STROLL: JOHNSON PRESERVE
2020-02-29 08:00 - 10:00 | Johnson Preserve at Braden River, FL, United States
Calling all photographers!
Get a first look at Manatee Count’s newest preserve and help us document the “before”! On this exclusive program we are inviting photographers to join us and take pictures before the preserve is open to the public. Explore oak hammocks and pine flatwoods along the Braden River. Public access is only available during these special “sneak peeks” so don’t miss this chance to see the site’s transformation.
Program suitable for photographers age 18 and older. Reservations are required. Please email aedan.stockdale@mymanatee.org to register and receive directions.

WONDER WALKS: JOHNSON PRESERVE
2020-02-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Johnson Preserve, FL, United States
Take a sneak peek inside Manatee County’s newest property, Johnson Preserve. Wander the winding rugged trails and mysterious oak hammocks. Discover the butterflies, birds and other wildlife that call this gem of a preserve home. Public access is only available during these special “sneak peeks” so don’t miss this chance to see the site’s transformation.
Program suitable for all ages.
Reservations are required -Please let us know if you would like to attend by emailing coral.bass@mymanatee.org or calling 941-742-5923ext.6034.

WONDER WALKS: JOHNSON PRESERVE
2020-02-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Johnson Preserve, FL, United States
Take a sneak peek inside Manatee County’s newest property, Johnson Preserve. Wander the winding rugged trails and mysterious oak hammocks. Discover the butterflies, birds and other wildlife that call this gem of a preserve home. Public access is only available during these special “sneak peeks” so don’t miss this chance to see the site’s transformation.
Program suitable for all ages.
Reservations are required – Please let us know if you would like to attend by emailing coral.bass@mymanatee.org or calling 941-742-5923 ext.6034.

Boyd Hill Guided Bird Walk
2020-03-07 08:00 - 11:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Guided Bird Walk

The Eagles of Pasco County
2020-03-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Starkey Park Educational Center
West Pasco Audubon is pleased to welcome Kimberly Rexroat, Eaglewatch Coordinator for Pasco and Hernando Counties, presenting “The Eagles of Pasco County”. Kim will discuss our local eagles, their lives, nesting and the challenges they face. Come get your questions answered and learn more about local Bald Eagles. This event will take place at 11am at the Starkey Environmental Education Center, 10500 Wilderness Road, New Port Richey, 34655.
Join us on a morning bird walk at Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park prior to the event at 8am (March 7th). The bird walk will include the opportunity to view an active eagles’ nest with a young eaglet and will last approximately 2 hours.

Navigating Nature
2020-03-07 08:30 - 11:30 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
St. Petersburg Audubon youth camp at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
● Cost is Free
● Space is limited to 15 participants in grades 4-8
● A different topic will be covered each month.
● Activities will include nature walks, crafts, and educational
presentations.
● Wear closed toed shoes and bring a water bottle.
● Dress weather appropriate, jackets, hats, and sunscreen when needed.
● Binoculars and notebooks will be provided.
● Registration forms can be found on St. Petersburg Audubon
Society’s website​ ​www.stpeteaudubon.org​ the end of August 2018
● Contact person is Laura Packard ​lpackard.edu@stpeteaudubon.org
● Must RSVP to ​lpackard.edu@stpeteaudubon.org​ to reserve a spot each
month.

Wetlands Explorers Tour
2020-03-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Hike and learn as you explore the plants of Brooker with Wetlands Specialist, Rose O’Donovan. Plants have a lot more to offer than you think when you take a closer look. The Preserve wetlands offer plenty of changes in the flora with the seasons, so join us for this educational and entertaining guided tour as we discover “Winter” in Brooker Creek Preserve. Attendees will stay dry during this hike.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wetlands-explorers-tour-tickets-89483689123

Wild Wings Bird Hike
2020-01-11 08:00 - 09:30 | Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, United States
Wild Wings –
Birds of Brooker Hike
Have you wondered what bird is singing in your backyard? Do you see and hear birds but don’t know who they are? If so, join us for a Beginning Bird Hike to learn how to identify the county’s common birds as we meander along a one-mile trail.
All ages are welcome. Children under the ages of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and those younger than 6 may find this hike challenging.
Guided Hike Information
Volunteer Hike Guides will meet participants outside the Exhibit Hall 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.

Guided hikes are under a mile in length, much of which is on unimproved, uneven sandy trails.
Hikes take about two (2) hours to complete.
Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, sneakers or boots.
Insect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.
Bring plenty of drinking water and a snack.
A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also recommended.
Pets are not permitted.
No smoking is allowed.
Trained volunteers will guide the hike.

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wild-wings-birds-of-brooker-hike-tickets-53439990450?mc_cid=a4dbfdde6b&mc_eid=1cbba2e07b

Hiking Spree Send-Off Party
2020-03-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center, 4202 24th St SE, Ruskin, FL, 33570, United States
Guided late afternoon/evening hike, ending with firefly walk and s’mores.
The Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center is a public- private partnership between Bayou Outdoor Learning and Discovery, Inc. (B.O.L.D.), and Hillsborough County Conservation & Environmental Lands Management. Camp Bayou is located 3 miles south of SR674 at the end of 24th St SE in Ruskin. Check out the Camp Bayou Facebook page and for more information visit the website at http://www.campbayou.org/ or call 813-641-8545.

ZOOM: Florida Supernature! Wetland Wildflowers
2020-10-07 14:00 - 15:00 | IN YOUR HOME, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE, ANYWHERE
The Florida Supernature Webinar Series explores the wonders of plants and animals in Florida! Join UF/IFAS Extension Specialist, James Stevenson every Wednesday in October at 2PM.
Florida’s freshwater wetlands are home to some amazing wildflowers. Let one of our specialists introduce you to these denizens of the swamp! We promise you won’t get your feet wet while meet these beautiful and interesting plants. Recommended for adults.
This free class will be presented online via Zoom.
Registration is required. Once you have registered you will receive an email from Zoom with a link to join the class.
Register here:
https://ufl.zoom.us/…/tJwrdOmqpz4uEtAFJrGwJNts1oehmslIBgmZ

ZOOM: Florida Supernature! Spiders
2020-10-14 14:00 - 15:00 | IN YOUR HOME, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE, ANYWHERE

FACEBOOK: MarineQuest 2020
2020-10-17 08:00 - 14:30 | IN YOUR HOME, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE, ANYWHERE
MarineQuest 2020
On Saturday, October 17, join us on our Facebook page for a day filled with some of your MarineQuest favorites. Throughout the day, we will be visiting (virtually) with several of our research programs including right whales, sea turtles, corals, freshwater fish, panthers and more. Join us as each group shares footage from the field and insight into their unique research projects on Florida’s many ecosystems, fish and wildlife. Unable to join us on October 17? Not to worry! All of the content from the day will be available in the days after the event on our website, as well as on our Facebook and YouTube accounts.

ZOOM: Florida Supernature! Pinellas Predatory Plants
2020-10-21 14:00 - 15:00 | IN YOUR HOME, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE, ANYWHERE

Twilight Hike & Campfire
2020-10-24 18:30 - 20:00 | Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center, 4202 24th St SE, Ruskin, FL, 33570, United States
Join us for a twilight hike and stay for the campfire.
Donation requested- $5/ person.
Reservation is required. Call 813-641-8545 or campbayou@gmail.com

ZOOM: Florida Supernature! Plant Poison
2020-10-28 14:00 - 15:00 | IN YOUR HOME, YOUR FAVORITE PLACE, ANYWHERE
