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SUMMARY:Turtle Science
DESCRIPTION:This engaging hands-on class will introduce the study of tortoises and freshwater turtles. Join turtle biologist and environmental educator George L. Heinrich for this rare educational opportunity. \nStudents will learn about the ecology and conservation of tortoises and freshwater turtles through a blend of classroom and field sessions. Classroom sessions include PowerPoint presentations and hands-on activities; field sessions will include lessons on identification techniques and data collection. \nAges 18 yrs + \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n\n\n\nSchedule:\nNovember 11\, 2023\n\n\nWhy Turtles Are Cool (classroom session).\nSearch for turtles along the preserve’s trails (field session).\n\nDecember 9\, 2023 \n\n\nGopher Tortoises + Prescribed Fire = Increased Biodiversity (classroom session).\nSearch for tortoises and their burrows in the preserve’s uplands\, and learn how to conduct a burrow survey and estimate population size (field session).\n\nJanuary 13\, 2024 \n\n\nTurtle Anatomy: The Clues Are in the Bones (classroom session).\nExamine skeletal material in the field (field session).\n\nFebruary 10\, 2024 \n\n\nIn One End and Out the Other: Determining Turtle Diets by Studying Scat (classroom session).\nCollect and dissect gopher tortoise scat (field session)\n\nMarch 9\, 2024 \n\n\nTurtle Nesting Ecology (classroom session).\nSearch for turtles in the preserve’s diverse habitats (field session).\n\nApril 13\, 2024 \n\n\nGlobal Turtle Conservation Issues (classroom session).\nSearch for gopher tortoises in the preserve’s uplands (field session).\n\nMay 11\, 2024 \n\n\nField trip to Rainbow Run in Dunnellon\, Florida (canoe and snorkel).
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/turtle-science/2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom\, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Exhibits,Geology & Geography,Homeschool,Native Flora & Fauna,Nature Tours & Hikes,Reptiles & Amphibians,Science & Technology,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:FFL 101: Putting Florida Back Into Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 11\, 2024\, 10:00 am – 2:30 pm. Doors will open at 9am so that you can tour the Bette S. Walker Discovery Garden. \nOpen to CITY OF TAMPA AND HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY RESIDENTS/ EMPLOYEES ONLY. \nWe will conduct this Florida Friendly Landscaping™ workshop in person only at the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, Florida 33584. \nThis year’s FFL 101 theme is ‘Putting Florida Back Into Your Garden’. Our speakers will help you face the changes and challenges in your Florida landscape. Presentations include expert guidance on: \n1. native plants \n2. how to prune native plants \n3. healthy soils in urban landscapes \n4. Tampa Bay Water Community Water Wise Awards program \nThere is a $10.00 fee per person attending for lunch. Workshop giveaways will be provided to attendees on the date of the event: one goodie bag per household containing educational materials and water efficiency items. \nP LEASE NOTE: The $10.00 fee is non-refundable. Registration per attendee is required. \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \nAttending the workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted. \nClosed captioning for the hearing impaired is available if requested. \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 Lynn Barber (see contact information below) at least one week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \nQuestions? Contact: Julia Palaschak\, City of Tampa Water Department\, 813-274-5912\, julia.palaschak@tampagov.net or \nLynn Barber\, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County\, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54105\, barberl@hillsboroughcounty.org.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/ffl-101-putting-florida-back-into-your-garden/
LOCATION:UF/IFAS Extension\, Hillsborough County\, 5339 County Road 579\, Seffner\, FL\, 33584\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Level,Agriculture & Botany,Conservation & Ecology,Gardening & Landscaping,Geology & Geography,Home & Lifestyle,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna,Picnics & Lunches,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Squid Dissection
DESCRIPTION:Hands-on squid dissection!\nWhat makes a mollusc a mollusc? During this hands-on squid dissection\, you’ll find out! Participants will learn about the wide variety of molluscs found in our region and what sets them apart from other animals. This program is held in our indoor classroom and space is limited. \nFor all ages! • 1 Hour \nChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult while in the classroom. All dissection guests must purchase a ticket to enter the classroom. \nMultiple Dates: \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<< \n 
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/squid-dissection/2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool,Local Community,Marine Life,Science & Technology,Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Lionfish Dissection
DESCRIPTION:Lionfish dissection in our classroom!\nJoin us for an exciting lionfish dissection in our classroom. Learn how this beautiful invader threatens our ecosystem\, and examine its stomach contents to find out which bay species it has been snacking on. All lionfish specimens are harvested as part of invasive species removal programs in Florida and donated to us. \nFor all ages! • 1 Hour \nChildren under 16 must be accompanied by an adult while in the classroom. All dissection guests must purchase a ticket to enter the classroom. \nMultiple Dates: \n>>> REGISTER HERE <<<
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/lionfish-dissection-2/2024-05-11/
LOCATION:Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center\, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South\, Tierra Verde\, FL\, 33715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool,Local Community,Marine Life,Schools & Education,Science & Technology,Workshops & Classes,Youth Programs
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