WEBINAR- Florida's Deserts!
2020-08-29 10:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | FL
Florida’s Deserts!
Florida may be known for its aquatic habitats, but the dry upland “desert” communities are well worth it for your next adventure. Sensing Nature biologist, Brian Lane will take you on an a trek through our sandy habitats. Although it is very hot in the uplands, no water is required for this exploration.
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WEBINAR- Mammals of the Florida Uplands
2020-08-27 19:00 - 20:00 | FL
Florida is known for its water, but don’t tell that to the mammals preferring to keep their feet dry. Join Sensing Nature Wildlife Biologist Jeanne Murphy and discover the mammals of our wonderful upland habitats.
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Wild Things! Stories & Songs
2020-08-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-07-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-06-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
We are following CDC and Florida Department of Health guidelines regarding all matters pertaining to Coronavirus (COVID19). Currently Brooker Creek Preserve and the Environmental Education Center will remain open per usual. However, in the interest of public health we are cancelling all programs, hikes, and events until further notice. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to rescheduling as much as possible in the future. We will continue to provide educational content on our Facebook page. We appreciate your understanding and support.
Families with children (babies up to 4 years old) can join Miss Alexa and Miss Sue at Brooker Creek Preserve auditorium for stories, songs and wild silliness. This program is about 45 minutes in length and led by the East Lake Community Library!
Additional Notes: It takes about 10 minutes to drive from the preserve entrance (Keystone Rd.) to the parking lot, and there is a 3-5 minute walk from the parking lot to the Education Center buildings. This program meets in the Auditorium or “Butterfly Room”.
Please wear closed toed shoes.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wild-things-stories-songs-at-brooker-creek-preserve-tickets-54703655105?mc_cid=a4dbfdde6b&mc_eid=1cbba2e07b

Boating Safety Class
2020-08-09 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-07-12 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-07-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-06-14 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-06-13 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-10 08:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-09 08:00 - 13:00 | U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 11-1 Headquarters, 510 North Ft. Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL, 33755, United States
The Clearwater Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering “About Boating Safely” taught by certified instructors at 510 North Ft. Harrison Ave, Clearwater. The class meets on the second weekend of the month from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
This course includes the topics of Boating Law, Safety Equipment, Navigation and Vessel Maintenance.
The boating safety class is also a requirement for many boaters in Florida. In the Sunshine State, anyone born after Jan. 1, 1988, must successfully complete a boater safety course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) in order to operate any boat powered by more than 10 horsepower, and they are required to carry their boater education card with them when out on the water along with picture ID.
Contact the Coast Guard Auxiliary, Clearwater Flotilla, for boating safety classes at: www.clwboatingsafety.com or by email at clwtr.auxboating@gmail.com or call 727-469-8895.

Wild Wings Bird Hike
2020-08-08 08:00 - 09:30, 2020-07-11 08:00 - 09:30, 2020-06-13 08:00 - 09:30, 2020-05-09 08:00 - 09:30 | Brooker Creek Preserve, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, United States
Wild Wings –
Birds of Brooker Hike
Have you wondered what bird is singing in your backyard? Do you see and hear birds but don’t know who they are? If so, join us for a Beginning Bird Hike to learn how to identify the county’s common birds as we meander along a one-mile trail.
All ages are welcome. Children under the ages of 16 must be accompanied by an adult and those younger than 6 may find this hike challenging.
Guided Hike Information
Volunteer Hike Guides will meet participants outside the Exhibit Hall 10 minutes before the scheduled start time. We strongly suggest all hikers visit the restroom (located in the Classroom Building) before we begin as there are no facilities along the trail.

Guided hikes are under a mile in length, much of which is on unimproved, uneven sandy trails.
Hikes take about two (2) hours to complete.
Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, sneakers or boots.
Insect repellent (bug spray) is strongly recommended in summer months.
Bring plenty of drinking water and a snack.
A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also recommended.
Pets are not permitted.
No smoking is allowed.
Trained volunteers will guide the hike.

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wild-wings-birds-of-brooker-hike-tickets-53439990450?mc_cid=a4dbfdde6b&mc_eid=1cbba2e07b

Free Yoga in the Park
2020-08-01 09:00 - 10:00, 2020-07-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2020-06-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2020-05-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Crescent Lake Park, 1320 5th St. N. , St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health situation, all programs have been suspended until further notice.
For COVID-19 updates from the City of St. Petersburg, visit stpete.org/emergency.

Join Healthy St. Pete on the first Saturday of each month for FREE Yoga in the Park.
The Body Electric Yoga Company will be hosting the yoga class in collaboration with Healthy St Pete.
For more information, contact Healthy St. Pete at 727-892-5994 or visit HealthyStPeteFL.com.

ECO Teacher Training Workshop 2020
2020-06-22 09:00 - 2020-06-26 15:30 | Brooker Creek Environmental Education Center, 3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34688, United States
See what the training is all about in our two promo videos: Video 1 or Video 2
Exploring Environmental Education Curriculum Options (ECO) Teacher Training Workshop
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Pinellas County’s Natural Resources Agent has teamed up with St. Petersburg College, College of Education Professor to offer this nationally award-winning, week-long environmental education workshop for pre-service elementary & ESE education students, current elementary & ESE teachers, and non-formal educators.
The aim of this workshop is to provide participants with tools and information to interpret the natural world and impart the need for resource conservation to their audience. Using local, state, and national curricula correlated to Florida Standards, participants will be given activities and resources to help foster environmental knowledge and good environmental stewardship in their students.
Each day will feature different environmental subjects and professional speakers will be brought in to provide background knowledge to participants. Workshop sessions will conclude with a reflection and an evaluation of the day’s activities. Certificates will be awarded for the completion of specific portions of the training as well as a final certificate of completion.
Note: Curriculum taught each year is different, so if you have participated in the past, you can participate again for a whole new educational experience!
ECO Teacher Training Workshop at Brooker Creek Preserve
June 22-26, 2020
All classes will run from 9:00am – 3:30pm, doors open at 8:30am.
Day 1 – Exploring 4-H Environmental Activities
Day 2 – Project WILD – Florida Black Bear
Day 3 – Cetacean (Whale & Dolphin) Curriculum
Day 4 – Florida Invasive Plant Education Initiative & Curriculum
Day 5 – Project Learning Tree
Registration Ends June 14: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eco-teacher-training-workshop-2020-registration-93099461997
Have questions about ECO Teacher Training Workshop 2020? Contact Brooker Creek Preserve Environmental Education Center

Climate Science 102
2020-05-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
The City of St. Petersburg’s Emergency Management is closely monitoring the COVID-19 public health situation and working closely with public health officials and the Florida Department of Health.
At this time, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve’s trails are open; however, the nature center and all programs have been suspended until further notice.
For COVID-19 updates from the City of St. Petersburg, visit stpete.org/emergency.

This month’s topic: “Emotional Costs of Climate Change”

iCAR’s Community Climate Change Education Series launches its second year of monthly speaker series. The Climate Science Series is a monthly discussion of the potential impacts of climate change on our area. Each month, an expert will present on a specific topic, followed by a discussion with the audience. This series is presented by USFSP and Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.

Spring 2020 Schedule

➜ January 21, 2020 – Building Economic Resilience and Recovery in the Tampa Bay Area
➜ February 4, 2020 – Emotional Costs of Climate Change
➜ March 3, 2020 – Protecting Cultural Heritage Sites from Climate Change
➜ April 7, 2020 – Understanding Climate Change Models
➜ May 5, 2020 – Hurricane Preparation

Lake Maggiore Environmental Education Center at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
1101 Country Club Way South, St. Petersburg, FL

For more information, contact Dr. Rebecca Johns
727-873-4556 | rjohns@mail.usf.edu

Bird Stewarding & More
2020-05-04 18:30 - 20:30 | Moccasin Lake Environmental Education Center, 2750 Park Trail Lane, Clearwater, FL, United States
Bird Stewarding & More
Holley Shortt
As part of our extensive community outreach programming, CAS hosts a series of educational events, hosted at Moccasin Lake Nature Park . With few exceptions, these meetings are free and open to the public. They are designed to educate, entertain or both, and to better acquaint our members and area residents with the species that we steward. Each event begins with a Mix & Mingle session where you can meet a variety of people from all walks of life who share a common passion. We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion are essential to creating global citizens who celebrate the unique differences of all and understand that each person plays a critical role in our global society.
Audubon Florida’s Holley Short is part of the organization’s Coastal Program. Holley will discuss monitoring, management, and stewardship of shorebirds in the Tampa Bay region and how YOU can help protect these amazing birds.

Exploring Florida’s Rich Turtle Diversity
2020-04-30 07:00 - 09:00, 2020-04-23 07:00 - 09:00, 2020-04-16 07:00 - 09:00 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 public health situation, all programs have been suspended until further notice.
For COVID-19 updates from the City of St. Petersburg, visit stpete.org/emergency.

Great American Cleanup
2020-04-25 08:00 - 11:00 | Camp Bayou Outdoor Learning Center, 4202 24th St SE, Ruskin, FL, 33570, United States
Register at http://www.keeptampabaybeautiful.org

Deep Sea Archaeology
2020-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Due to coronavirus (COVID 19), the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center will be CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC until further notice in accordance with the latest CDC suggested guidelines. All indoor public and private events are cancelled at least through April 22. Please check back for updates, close/open, and event information at http://www.weedonislandpreserve.org/

Archaeology Talk:
Deep Sea Archaeology
The deep ocean is one of the last unexplored frontiers in archaeology. Maritime archaeologist James Delgado takes us on a tour of the technology, expeditions and discoveries, including Titanic, lost World War II wrecks, and 19th century ships at the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico. These include sites he has explored and expeditions he has led or participated in, which he will share as part of a personal tour of the “great museum of the sea.”
James Delgado, Ph.D. is among the world’s leading experts in maritime archaeology and cultural heritage. Dr. Delgado joined SEARCH, Inc. in 2017 and serves as Senior Vice President. He is responsible for ensuring operational and research excellence, implementing strategic initiatives, and expanding the firm’s international footprint. Dr. Delgado also serves as a public speaker, international delegate, documentary host, and major project spokesperson. Prior to joining SEARCH, Dr. Delgado served as the Director of Maritime Heritage in the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries for NOAA for seven years, where he implemented heritage programs and active research in the nation’s waters, as well as promoted outreach and education on America’s underwater and marine heritage. Previously, he served a four-year term as President and CEO of the Institute of Nautical Archaeology, the world’s leading scientific and educational organization dedicated to the understanding of humanity’s seafaring history through the excavation and scientific study of shipwrecks. Dr. Delgado was the Executive Director of the Vancouver Maritime Museum in British Columbia, Canada for 15 years, and he served as Maritime Historian and Head of the US government’s Maritime Heritage Program for the US National Park Service for four years in Washington, DC. Dr. Delgado also served as the first historian for the Golden Gate National Recreation Area in the San Francisco Bay Area where he participated in the restoration and interpretation of Alcatraz.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/archaeology-talk-deep-sea-archaeology-tickets-88679136685
