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SUMMARY:Science Rocks!
DESCRIPTION:This free event at Moccasin Lake Nature Park is hosted by the Clearwater Community Women’s Club\, and it covers a range of science topics through hands-on activities\, discussion and crafts. Registration is required by emailing ScienceRocksMoccasin@gmail.com. \nSept. 7: 5 Senses \nOct.5: Water \nNov. 2. Bees \nJan. 4: Push/Pull \nFeb. 1: Flight \nMar. 7: Frogs and Toads \nApril 4: The Sun \nMay 2: 3 States of Matter
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/science-rocks/2023-11-02/
LOCATION:Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center\, 2750 Park Trail Lane\, Clearwater\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Crafts & Hobbies,Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Reptiles & Amphibians,Science & Technology,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Florida Forests Hike
DESCRIPTION:Venture out along the Flatwoods Trail loop with Natural Resources Agent\, Lara Milligan to learn all about her most favorite thing…TREES! Get ready to look up and explore the world of trees. Lara tends to throw in some surprises on her hikes\, so be ready when she asks for volunteers! \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/florida-forests-hike/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Coastal & Wetlands,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Class Series
DESCRIPTION:Take a fun\, interactive workshop on nature journaling! \nNature journaling is an immersive experience where you can document your experiences in the outdoors. Whether you plan to use your nature journal to track the progress of your gardening endeavors\, sketch and write during nature hikes\, or document seasonal bird sightings all will grow your skills in observation and mindfulness. Join UF/IFAS Extension agent Alyssa Vinson\, for a weekly class series devoted to growing your Nature Journaling skills. This series is aimed at beginners however some modules will include plant identification skills that would be beneficial to the experienced journalist. Classes will take place at Emerson Point Preserve in the Nature Classroom. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \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 our office at (941) 722-4524 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/nature-journaling-class-series/
LOCATION:Emerson Point Preserve\, 5801 17th St W\, Palmetto\, FL\, 34221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Arts, Music & Literature,Geology & Geography,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Backyard Wildlife: Online Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting online workshop dedicated to exploring the wonders of backyard wildlife! Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or just curious about the creatures that inhabit your own backyard\, this workshop is perfect for you. \nOn Fri Nov 03 2023 starting at 3 to 5pm\, our knowledgeable experts from FWC will present first on Common Backyard Wildlife\, to gain better understanding of the species you may find in your backyard and community\, followed by UF IFAS presenting on Landscaping for Backyard Wildlife\, with insights on how best to support and protect them. \nDiscover the diverse range of wildlife species that call your backyard home. Learn about their habits\, and how to create a welcoming environment for them. From birds and butterflies to squirrels and larger creatures\, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of nature. \nThrough engaging presentations and interactive Q&A sessions at the end\, you’ll get a chance to ask questions\, expand your knowledge\, connect with fellow nature lovers\, and become a backyard wildlife expert! \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore the wonders of backyard wildlife from the comfort of your own home. Register now and get ready for an enriching and educational experience like no other! \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/backyard-wildlife-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Photography,WEBINARS & ONLINE CLASSES,Wildlife
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SUMMARY:Managing Our Underwater World in Tampa Bay
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Tampa Bay Aquatic Preserves program and learn about the coastal resources they protect in Tampa Bay. \nThe Tampa Bay Aquatic Preserves (TBAP)\, managed by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Resilience and Coastal Protection\, highlight the best of what our state has to offer: open water\, inlet bays\, tidally influenced creeks and rivers\, oyster reefs\, seagrass beds\, salt marshes and mangrove forests. These habitats are vital to Florida’s iconic wildlife such as manatees\, dolphins\, fishes\, oysters\, and an abundance of wading\, nesting and migratory birds. Although not widely known\, TBAP even has a variety of corals in its hard-bottom areas. Join the TBAP program at Weedon Island to learn how they are working to restore & protect the coastal resources in our own backyard. \nThis program will feature Dr. Randy Runnels of the Tampa Bay Aquatic Preserves Program. Dr. Runnels earned his PhD in Oceanography from Texas A&M University. His 30+ year career has taken him from the temperate Northern Gulf of Mexico to the Florida Keys. In recent years he has been invited to China and Vietnam as a coastal management adviser on a number of issues. He has managed Tampa Bay’s aquatic preserves for over two decades\, and continues to teach college courses in Biology\, Marine Science and Environmental Science. \nThis program is recommended for adults and youth ages 12+. Youth should be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. \n\n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/managing-our-underwater-world-in-tampa-bay-2/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Geology & Geography,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Marine Life,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Water Sports
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SUMMARY:Where Did the Snakes Go?
DESCRIPTION:Where Did the Snakes Go?\nThe Parasite Behind Pygmy Rattlesnake Declines \nLearn about new research from the University of Central Florida’s Biology Department! \nPrecipitous declines of Sistrurus miliarius are spatially and temporally consistent with the initial invasion of the lung parasite\, Raillietiella orientalis (RO). RO is suspected to have been introduced by the established Burmese pythons in South Florida and causes disease in snakes native to the southeastern United States. Eighteen species of native snakes are documented as definitive hosts in Florida but pathology and risk of disease development between species is understudied. During this program\, Jenna will introduce the invasive lung parasite\, uncover what species are at risk of infections in the southeastern US\, and why pygmy rattlesnakes are an exceptionally vulnerable host. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAdditional Notes: It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot\, and there is a 2-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the Education Center buildings. This program meets in the Auditorium \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of Brooker Creek Preserve. \nSpeaker Bio: Jenna is a second-year PhD student at the University of Central Florida in Dr. Anna Savage’s lab. Though the focal species of her dissertation is Sistrurus miliarius\, she works to assess all species of snakes in North America that are at risk of infection by Raillietiella orientalis as the disease caused by the pathogen (pentastomiasis) can be severe and often lethal. She is the founder of a collaborative network called SLAM (Snake Lungworm Alliance and Monitoring) that consists of many researchers and managers across the southeastern United States. Jenna is also the co-chair of the national Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (PARC) Disease Task Team which facilitates and guides communication and collaboration on herpetofaunal diseases among PARC regions\, federal and state agencies\, and partners.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/where-did-the-snakes-go/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biology & Medicine,Coastal & Wetlands,Homeschool,Invasive & Intrusive Species,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Reptiles & Amphibians
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SUMMARY:Botany Walk
DESCRIPTION:We will identify wildflowers\, ferns\, epiphytes\, trees and more. The ecology of various plant communities will also be examined. Best suited for adult participants. Registration is required. \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 \n\nGuided hikes are under a mile in length\, much of which is on unimproved\, uneven sandy trails.\nHikes take about two (2) hours to complete.\nPlease wear sturdy\, closed-toe shoes\, sneakers or boots.\nInsect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.\nBring plenty of drinking water.\nA hat\, sunglasses\, and sunscreen are also recommended.\nPets are not permitted.\nNo smoking is allowed.\nAn Equal Opportunity Institution.\n\nUF/IFAS Extension provides practical edu
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/botany-walk-7-2/2023-11-17/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T103000
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SUMMARY:Bugs & Butterflies for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:This class is an introduction wonderful world of insects! \n\n\nWhat is that bug? Does it bite? Is it REALLY a bug? This class will introduce participants to the wonderful world of insects\, including butterflies\, found throughout Pinellas County. Learn how to identify major groups of insects and their ecological importance. Recommended for adults and families. \nPresented by James Stevenson\, Education and Outreach Supervisor \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bugs-butterflies-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center\, 3940 Keystone Road\, Tarpon Springs\, FL\, 34688\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Insects,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Threatened & Endangered Species,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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