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SUMMARY:Florida Native Plant Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Get in on the trend of gardening with natives! \nLearn the countless ways native plants can delight and benefit you\, your landscape and our native birds\, bees and butterflies. We’ll start with the basics of how to choose the right plants for your landscape\, where you can buy them and how to care for them. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/florida-native-plant-gardening/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Bug Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of bugs! \nAges 6 yrs + \nParticipants will become junior entomologists\, discovering the fascinating lives of insects and other small creatures. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/bug-investigations/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool,Insects,Kids & Families,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Wading Birds Photography Tour
DESCRIPTION:Search for wading birds along the coast of Weedon Island and learn wildlife photography techniques. \n\n\nThis tour is for photographers and bird enthusiasts of all skill levels. A brief classroom session before the tour will teach participants about the wading birds found at the Preserve\, as well as nature photography techniques specific to the wildlife and seasonal variations of Weedon Island. \nThe total hike length will be between 1 to 2 miles on natural paths and boardwalks so please dress and prepare accordingly. \nThis tour is for adults and youth ages 10+. Youth must be supervised by an adult. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/wading-birds-photography-tour-2/
LOCATION:Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center\, 1800 Weedon Drive NE\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beach Activities,Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Photography,Raptors,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T153000
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SUMMARY:Owls\, Hawks\, Falcons\, Oh My!
DESCRIPTION:Ages 8 yrs – 12 yrs \nJoin the St. Petersburg Audubon in exploring our apex predators: RAPTORS! \nParticipants will have the opportunity to dissect an owl pellet\, and with the assistance of charts\, identify the prey species the owl dined on. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/owls-hawks-falcons-oh-my/2025-01-17/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Astronomy & Sky Watching,Birds & Birding,Camps & Childcare,Clubs,Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,Exhibits,Homeschool,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Raptors,Threatened & Endangered Species,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Taking The Mystery Out Of Micro-irrigation
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to select\, install\, and operate your own water saving irrigation system. \nJoin Brian J Rigney\, Program Assistant\, to discuss an introduction to micro-irrigation. This includes learning to select\, install\, and operate your own water-saving irrigation system. The discussion will include information regarding the components\, and how to assemble and maintain. Come hear the benefits and why it is important to water plants\, shrubs and other landscape plants separate from your turfgrass. \nThis class satisfies the irrigation educational requirement for the Manatee County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<< \nAdditional Information: \nContact Mr. Rigney (941) 722-4524 X 1828 or BrianRigney@ufl.edu for further class information. Minimum class size required or class will be cancelled and registered attendees will be notified. \nFor further information on the Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program\, contact: Manatee County Utility Department (941) 792-8811 X 5327 or water.conservation@mymanatee.org \nBook your FREE irrigation and landscape evaluation with the Mobile Irrigation Lab [MIL]. Call (941) 722-4524 X 1827 and sign up today. \nSpecial Accommodations: \nThe University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices\, please contact Brian Rigney at BrianRigney@ufl.edu or (941) 722-4524 x 1828 at least one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/taking-the-mystery-out-of-micro-irrigation-2/
LOCATION:South Manatee Library\, 6081 26th St W\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Certification & Training Programs,Clean Water,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Marvelous Mangroves
DESCRIPTION:Marvelous Mangroves:\nEcology\, Protection and Maintenance \nJoin UF/IFAS Extension Urban Forestry Agent\, Alyssa Vinson and UF/IFAS Sea Grant Agent Armando Ubeda for an in depth look at mangroves. \nWe will cover their ecology\, identification\, protection and shoreline maintenance best practices including recommended trimming best practices. This class will be located in the classroom as well as outdoors. Be prepared to walk. \nThis class has associated ISA approved CEU’s. Contact Alyssa for more information.  \nThere is no cost to attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n***The 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: VinsonA@HCFL.gov\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54106\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/marvelous-mangroves/
LOCATION:Upper Tampa Bay Park\, 8001 Double Branch Road\, Tampa\, FL\, 33635\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Coastal & Wetlands,Gardening & Landscaping,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:In Your Backyard: Build a Bat Box!
DESCRIPTION:Discover the amazing world of bats and help support local wildlife by building your very own bat box!  \nAges 7 yrs + \nIn this engaging workshop\, participants will learn about the importance of bats in our ecosystem\, their unique characteristics\, and how bat boxes provide essential roosting habitats. \nThrough hands-on activities\, kids (and their adults) will gain practical skills while fostering a love for nature. \n>>> RESERVE A SPOT <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/in-your-backyard-build-a-bat-box/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agriculture & Botany,Astronomy & Sky Watching,Camps & Childcare,Clubs,Conservation & Ecology,Crafts & Hobbies,Exhibits,Gardening & Landscaping,Homeschool,Husbandry,Kids & Families,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Wildlife,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Healthy Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to have a healthy landscape while saving water. \nWill focus on Florida-Friendly Landscape™ tips such as Right Plant vs. Right Place\, Watering efficiently\, and Mulch benefits. \nPresented by Valrie Massey\, Horticulture Program Assistant with the Mobile Irrigation Lab working with Manatee County Ag Extension\, University of Florida\, Manatee County Utilities department and Water Conservation. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/healthy-landscapes-4/
LOCATION:South Manatee Library\, 6081 26th St W\, Bradenton\, FL\, 34207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T100000
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SUMMARY:Communi-Trees: Grant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join UF/IFAS Extension Urban Forestry Agent\, Alyssa Vinson for an introduction to the Hillsborough County community tree grants program. \nWe will cover the details of the CommuniTrees: Community Tree Grant program offered by Hillsborough County. We will discuss the application process and recommended best practices for trees in communities. Tree planting grants are for established neighborhood groups or associations\, not individual property owners. \nThere is no cost to attend. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nIf you have any questions\, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519. \n***The 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: VinsonA@HCFL.gov\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54106\, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/communi-trees-grant-workshop/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Home & Lifestyle,Husbandry,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Workshops & Classes
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