Book Time at Brooker
2023-01-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-01-26 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-02-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-02-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-02-16 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-02-23 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-03-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2023-03-09 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Bring your pre-schooler to Book Time at Brooker.
Bring your Preschooler to this program designed to connect them to the wonders of the natural world. In addition to hearing a great story, your child will participate in a craft related to the story that is read. This activity is recommended for ages 3 to 5.
Registration is not required for Book Time, just show up with your kiddo! This program is led by Brooker Creek Volunteers.
Additional 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 building. We will start promptly at 10:30am. Follow signs to the Exhibit Hall.
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Youth Program: Trees!
2023-01-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Celebrate Florida Arbor Day!
Explore the inside and outside of trees with hands-on activities and more as we celebrate Florida Arbor Day!
Registration is required. Presented by Lara Milligan, Pinellas County Natural Resources Agent for UF/IFAS Extension. Targeted for upper elementary and middle school aged youth.
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Tot Time
2023-01-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-02-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-03-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Families with little ones can enjoy nature-themed stories and crafts at the Weedon Island Preserve.

Every first and third Friday of each month, families of pre-school aged children are invited to explore the wonders of the natural world at the Weedon Island Preserve. Families will be treated to rhymes, stories, and crafts that connect them to our environment. Activities are intended for youth aged 3-5.
This program will take place inside the Cultural and Natural History Center unless otherwise specified. Youth must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
Proceeds will support the Friends of Weedon Island, a non-profit organization that work to promotes education and conservation of the Weedon Island Preserve.
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Science Sprouts
2023-01-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-01-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-02-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-02-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-02-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-02-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-03-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-03-11 09:00 - 10:00 and 1 more date | Bishop Museum of Science ﻿and Nature, 201 10th St. West, Bradenton, FL, 34205, United States
Budding scientists ages 2-5 can bring their favorite grown-up to explore and discover a variety of science and nature topics in the Mosaic Backyard Universe. The program sparks kids’ natural curiosity using imaginative play, crafts, stories, songs and more! Please note: This program does not include Museum admission.

On Saturday, June 4, explore “In the Deep Ocean”
On Saturday, June 11, explore “Swirly Whirly Snails”
On Saturday, June 18, explore “Manatee Mischief”
On Saturday, June 25, explore “Busy Buzzin’ Bees”
When/Where: 9-10am every Saturday in the Mosaic Backyard Universe
Cost: $12 per child for members of the Discovery Society; $15 per child for all others. (Includes one adult per child.)
Advance reservations required. Attendance limited to 12 children.

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The Bishop follows the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels guidelines. Please visit www.CDC.gov to see the current Manatee County Community Level before visiting. Masks must be worn indoors when Community Levels are high.

WHAT IS A CARBON FOOTPRINT? CARBON FOOTPRINT ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
2023-01-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Have you ever thought about reducing your carbon footprint but didn’t know where to begin? Join us for free activities demonstrating easy ways you and your family can adjust your carbon footprints.
All ages welcome!
No registration required.

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT: CRAZY INSECTS OF THE PRESERVE
2023-01-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Parents enjoy a night out while the kids get to participate in a night all about bugs! Drop off your kids for an evening of bug activities, crafts, bug tasting, and a short moth night hike! A pizza dinner is included.
Age at least 6 yrs but less than 12y
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Youth Program: Trees
2023-02-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Celebrate Trees!
Explore the inside and outside of trees with hands-on activities and more as we celebrate the importance of trees!
This youth program is geared toward ages 6 to 12. Registration is required. Space is limited and this program will cap at 30 participants. Please register just your child (children). This is not a drop-off program.
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Tampa Bay Watch Summer Camps Registration
2023-03-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL, 33715, United States
Join us this summer for an unforgettable camp experience immersed in the Tampa Bay estuary! Camp sessions are offered at both Tampa Bay Watch’s Estuary EDventures Summer Camp on Tierra Verde and Discovery Center Summer Camp on the St. Pete Pier. Each camp provides an opportunity for children to participate in a fun-filled, hands-on learning adventure focused on marine ecology. Under the guidance of our professional education staff, campers will participate in boating trips, snorkeling, exploring native habitats, and collecting unique species inhabiting the estuary. This is an experience that your child will not want to miss! Set your alarms, registration opens at 9 AM on March 6!
Click here for more information on Estuary EDventures summer camp.
Click here for more information on Discovery Center camp.
Click here to become a member of Tampa Bay Watch and take advantage of the membership discount.

Spring Break Camp
2023-03-13 - 2023-03-17 | Tampa Bay Watch Marine & Education Center, 3000 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL, 33715, United States
Spend your spring break exploring the bay with us! Our one week pop-up camp is back, and this year campers 6 to 9 (TV location) and 6 to 10 ( DC location) can choose from two locations at the Tampa Bay Watch Auer Marine Education Center in Tierra Verde or the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center on the St. Pete Pier.
As usual, you can expect hands-on marine science labs, animal encounters, estuary exploration, and sea-inspired crafts and games! At the Auer Marine Education Center, the theme is Amazing Animal Adaptations and covers a new adaptation each day to keep things exciting. At the Discovery Center, join us for a creative week of Earth Art: Inspired by Nature!
Register a la carte for a single day, or sign up for the whole week to maximize the fun and learning. Registration for both locations opens January 9th, 2023 at 9:00 am. Please visit the following links for more information:
Auer Marine Education Center: https://tampabaywatch.org/education-main/spring-break-camp/
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center: tbwdiscoverycenter.org/summer-camp

Youth Bird Program
2023-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
Spring migration has begun, and Florida is an important stopover site for many bird species! Learn about the challenges birds face on this great journey and how you can help.
Registration is required. Please register just your child (children). This is not a drop-off program. Led by Lara Milligan, Natural Resources Agent with UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County.
Geared toward ages 7 – 11.
Additional Notes: This event will be held in our auditorium. It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the main parking lot, and there is a 3-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the Auditorium.
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