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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-06-12/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Living: Compost & Summer Garden Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Join local gardening experts for some summer tips on gardening in our region. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/sustainable-living-compost-summer-garden-strategies/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nLearn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop-2/2024-08-03/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Harvest some of that rain to help in your garden! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be held in the Conference Center at our office\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nRAINWATER HARVESTING: Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff\, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-2/2024-08-03/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-08-14/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T123000
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SUMMARY:Recycling 101 with Devon of Keep Pinellas Beautiful!
DESCRIPTION:Moccasin Lake was one of the first recycling drop off points in Clearwater and still carries on with recycling containers in and around the buildings. \nDevon of Keep Pinellas Beautiful will remind everyone of the proper way to recycle and explore other methods to help improve our planet. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/recycling-101-with-devon-of-keep-pinellas-beautiful/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T093000
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-09-05/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nLearn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop-2/2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T182115Z
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SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Harvest some of that rain to help in your garden! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be held in the Conference Center at our office\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nRAINWATER HARVESTING: Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff\, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-2/2024-09-07/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T130000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-09-10/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-09-19/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-10-03/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-10-17/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T123000
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-10-31/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000
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SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Pinellas Florida Waters Stewardship Program - 2024
DESCRIPTION:An intensive program to learn all about Florida’s waters. Each class takes place at a new location with guest speakers\, tours and more! \n\n\nWorking With Water\, Working With People \nTo make a difference concerning the issues surrounding water quality and quantity in our communities\, we must understand the various ways in which we interact with water. As Floridians\, we are connected to our oceans and bays by our faucets and laundries\, to our neighborhood ponds and lakes by our yards and streets\, and to our regional and statewide neighbors by our surface and groundwater supplies. \nThis program will use expert presentations\, online explorations\, experiential learning\, field experience in watershed science\, and communication skills training to foster a greater understanding of these interactions and provide the tools necessary to become stewards of our water resources. \nDuring this seven-session course\, participants will travel to locations across Pinellas County to explore the natural beauty\, learn about emerging water issues\, and meet with local experts. \nParticipants will also plan and implement an individual (or group) stewardship project that makes a difference in the community\, attend a relevant stakeholder meeting and explore online resources to learn more about water between class sessions. \nEach class session will be three hours long and include Working with Water instructor-led presentations looking at water at the state-level as well as Working with People instructor-led presentations highlighting communication best-practices. Classes will also include time for discussions\, guest speaker presentations highlighting local water resources\, and a field tour. \nThis course has limited seating/availability. Register early to reserve your spot. Youth (under 18) are eligible to register as long as an accompanying adult is also registered for the program. \nSchedule \nSession 1 – Thursday\, Sept. 5 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWatershed Basics and Stewardship @ Brooker Creek Preserve in Tarpon Springs with guest speaker Robert Burnes\, Project Manager\, Pinellas County Public Works\, Environmental Management\n\nSession 2 – Thursday\, Sept. 19 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nW ater Flow\, Then and Now @ Clam Bayou Marine Education Center with guest speaker from Southwest Florida Water Management District\, Surface Water Improvement & Management Program\n\nSession 3 – Thursday\, Oct. 3 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nWater Laws and Other Tools @ South Cross Bayou Advanced Water Reclamation Facility with guest speaker Lauren Twele\, Education Coordinator\, Pinellas County Utilities\n\nSession 4 – Thursday\, Oct. 17 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nFuture Water Supply and Emerging Issues @ Reverse Osmosis Water Treatment Plant in Oldsmar with guest speaker Tirusew Asefa\, Ph.D.\, P.E.\, D.WRE\, Manager\, Planning & System Decision Support\, Tampa Bay Water\n\nSession 5 – Thursday\, Oct. 31 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: Panel \n\nPanel Discussion with local environmental non-profit groups and Stewardship Project Updates @ Safety Harbor Public Library\n\nSession 6 – Thursday\, Nov. 14 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nSpeaking of and for Water @ Ozona Village Hall with guest speaker Sadie Hundemer\, Ph.D\, Assistant Professor\, Agricultural Education and Communication\, University of Florida\n\nSession 7- Saturday Nov. 16 (9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)*: \n\nGraduation and Water Stewardship In Action @ Weedon Island Preserve in St. Petersburg with guided hike by Pinellas County volunteer or staff.\n\n*Locations and speakers are subject to change. \nBefore You Register \nPlease review course requirements should you wish to receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program: \n\nAttend at least five of the seven sessions\, two of which MUST be the first and last ones (Session #1 and Session #7)\nAttend and briefly describe a stakeholder gathering\nComplete online mini-sessions\nParticipate in the online discussions\nSubmit a summary of your individual or group stewardship project\n\nCost: $125 \nIf the cost of the program will prevent you from participating\, please complete a scholarship application. Application deadline is Wednesday\, August 27th. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nQuestions? \nFor more information about this course\, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan at lara317@ufl.edu or 727-453-6905.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/pinellas-florida-waters-stewardship-program-2024/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Atmosphere & Weather,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T093000
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SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nCOMPOSTING: Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20210427T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T212448Z
UID:10008178-1740821400-1740826800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Microirrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to save water when watering your garden. \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nMICROIRRIGATION: Learn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water\, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/microirrigation-workshop-4/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20240718T194022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T182115Z
UID:10008179-1740826800-1740830400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Harvest some of that rain to help in your garden! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be held in the Conference Center at our office\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nRAINWATER HARVESTING: Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff\, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-2/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20230930T204558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T215801Z
UID:10008180-1741172400-1741176000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20210320T194618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T181535Z
UID:10008208-1743841800-1743845400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nCOMPOSTING: Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20210427T185049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T212448Z
UID:10008209-1743845400-1743850800@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Microirrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to save water when watering your garden. \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nMICROIRRIGATION: Learn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water\, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/microirrigation-workshop-4/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20240718T194022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T182115Z
UID:10008210-1743850800-1743854400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Harvest some of that rain to help in your garden! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be held in the Conference Center at our office\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nRAINWATER HARVESTING: Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff\, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive15 minutes before the program starts. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/rainwater-harvesting-workshop-2/2025-04-05/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Climate,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20230930T204558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T215801Z
UID:10008290-1744196400-1744200000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Composting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure! \nThis workshop is for Hillsborough County residents/employees only. \nBACKYARD COMPOSTING: Learn to turn trash into treasure! Hillsborough County residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nSince you are attending this workshop on Zoom\, you will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n  \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-composting-on-zoom/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Farming,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20250314T201017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T220222Z
UID:10008211-1744286400-1744290000@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Microirrigation Workshop on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nLearn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water\, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) \nNOTE: You will need to make an appointment with our receptionist at 813-744-5519 to come in and pick up your items. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions. \n>>> WEBINAR REGISTRATION <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/microirrigation-workshop-on-zoom-3/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,History & Culture,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Recycling,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20250220T213526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T213526Z
UID:10008098-1745604000-1745618400@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Parents Night Out- Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Parents enjoy a night out while the kids experience a night of Edventure Exploration! Come learn about our themed nights through games\, activities\, crafts\, and a night hike. A pizza dinner is included. \nCelebrate with Boyd Hill for an evening of fun\, hands-on activities dedicated to protecting our planet. Participants will enjoy planting a native plant to take home\, creating recycled crafts\, and learning practical ways to help care for the Earth. Through these engaging experiences\, participants will discover how small actions can make a big impact on the environment. \nAges 6 yrs – 12 yrs \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/parents-night-out-earth-day/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camps & Childcare,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Recycling,Science & Technology,Youth Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
GEO:27.724764;-82.6502749
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20210320T194618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T181535Z
UID:10008356-1746261000-1746264600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nCOMPOSTING: Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T135622
CREATED:20210320T194618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T181535Z
UID:10009124-1749285000-1749288600@baysoundings.com
SUMMARY:Composting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees only. \nThis workshop will be offered IN PERSON in the Extension Service Conference Center. Our address is: 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL 33584. \nCOMPOSTING: Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin\, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts. \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/composting-workshop/2025-06-07/
LOCATION:Hillsborough County Extension\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Recycling,Workshops & Classes
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR