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SUMMARY:What's Happening to Florida's Birds?
DESCRIPTION:NATURAL HISTORY SPEAKER SERIES\nWhat’s Happening to Florida’s Birds? \nBird populations can surge or plummet depending on a variety of factors—everything from the quality of their habitats to the impact of pesticides\, the encroachment of urban sprawl\, prowling cats\, and the sweeping effects of climate change. Soar into the dynamic world of Florida’s feathered residents and discover how they’re navigating these challenges and learn about the conservation efforts aimed at ensuring their ability to thrive. Join us to unravel the story of how Florida’s birds are facing these exciting challenges head-on! \n\nOpen to the public. | FREE ADMISSION\n\n\nClick here for questions about the Natural History Speaker Series\, or call  Boyd Hill Nature Preserve at 727-893-7326.\nLearn more
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/whats-happening-to-floridas-birds/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Conservation & Ecology,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community,Native Flora & Fauna
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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SUMMARY:Snail Kites in Florida
DESCRIPTION:The Everglades Snail Kite is a bird of prey\, similar to a hawk\, that eats only snails. After draining the Everglades\, their population plummeted. Our speaker will explain the relationship between the Everglades Snail Kite and an introduced\, non-native snail species which may have saved the snail kite from extinction.\n \nSpeaker Bio: Robert J. Fletcher Jr. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida. He is the principal investigator for the snail kite monitoring program. He is a big fan of laughter\, critical thinking\, and integrating diverse perspectives into ecology\, conservation\, and management.\n\nThe Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department present the annual Natural History Speaker Series (NHSS)\, a program that offers fascinating presentations on the natural and cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields. NHSS programs are offered the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at Hammock Hall\, Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/snail-kites-in-florida/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birds & Birding,Coastal & Wetlands,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Raptors,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Boyd Hill Nature Preserve":MAILTO:stpeteparksrec@stpete.org 
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SUMMARY:Conserving Gopher Tortoises
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department present the annual Natural History Speaker Series (NHSS)\, a program that offers fascinating presentations on the natural and cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields. \n\nConserving Gopher Tortoises at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve presentation by Jeffrey M. Goessling PhD\, Professor\, Eckerd College\n\nHave you ever walked the trails at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and seen a gopher tortoise in the sandy upland habitat? Do you wonder how they are able to survive there? Come and learn more about them as our speaker shares his knowledge along with his findings from ongoing research efforts.\n\nSpeaker Bio: Jeff Goessling grew up in the hills of Kentucky where he gained a fascination and appreciation for nature. He earned his B.S. at Thomas More College\, his M.S. at Sam Houston State University\, and his PhD in the biological sciences at Auburn University. In January 2018 he joined the faculty at Eckerd College. He currently studies and monitors the gopher tortoise population at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/conserving-gopher-tortoises/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Conservation & Ecology,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Native Flora & Fauna,Reptiles & Amphibians,Wildlife
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:StPeteParksRec@stpete.org
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SUMMARY:History of the Florida Keys
DESCRIPTION:The Florida History Speaker Series is presented by the Pinellas Pioneer Settlement Committee. This program offers fascinating presentations on the cultural history of Florida by individuals who are authorities in their fields. It is cosponsored by the City of St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department. \nHistory of the Florida Keys presentation by Brian Lane\, Business Co-Owner\, Sensing Nature \nAlthough one of the most visited places\, many people don’t know much about this region that tails from the southern tip of Florida. Join us as we travel back in time to learn about the human and environmental history of the Keys. What could the Keys mean in the future for residents\, tourists\, and wildlife? \nSpeaker Bio: As an ecologist\, environmental educator\, and business co-owner\, Brian Lane shares his appreciation and understanding of the natural world through Sensing Nature’s interactive workshops\, ethical ecotours\, and educational nature products. He earned his B.S. from the University of Central Florida. \nAll ages welcome. Free admission.
URL:https://baysoundings.com/event/history-of-the-florida-keys/
LOCATION:Hammock Hall\, 3010 31st Street South\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coastal & Wetlands,Geology & Geography,History & Culture,Homeschool,Lectures & Seminars,Local Community
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation":MAILTO:StPeteParksRec@stpete.org
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