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SUMMARY:Birding the Bay Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day-long birding event on the Forgotten Coast for birders of all levels\, from advanced to beginners. Professionally-led tours will focus on shorebirds\, migratory birds\, and/or woodland species. See colorful song birds like Indigo Buntings and Summer Tanagers on St. George Island on their migratory stop over\, view shorebirds in the shallow waters around St. George Island State Park\, visit the pine woodlands where the Red Cockaded Woodpecker thrives\, or learn the basics of birding with Audubon at the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR).  \nAfter a morning in the field\, participants will return to the ANERR Nature Center for lunch and a lecture by Budd Titlow\, award-winning nature photographer and author\, professional Wildlife biologist and wetlands scientist (Emeritus). The afternoon will also feature educational booths including the University of Massachusetts with a migratory mist net and bird banding demonstration\, birds of prey information\, Florida Audubon and representatives with the Florida Wild Mammal Association. \nVisitors not registered for the tours are welcome to go birding along the ANERR boardwalks and beach\, or attend the afternoon lecture. There will also be bird videos playing at the Nature Center throughout the day. The Jackson Childs “Gulf Crossing: Story of Spring” documentary will be shown at 10:00am in the Multipurpose Room. The educational booths will be staffed from 10am-2pm and include children’s activities and birding info. A silent auction open to all rounds out the afternoon. \nTours are for intermediate to experienced birders and are most appropriate for those 8 years and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For beginner birding\, sign up for the Birding 101 class. Tours are not strenuous. Seats are limited and available first come\, first serve; participants must register and pay in advance.\n$45.00 ticket includes: Guided tour\, roundtrip transportation to and from ANERR to the birding tour sites\, lunch\, a Sibley’s birding book\, commemorative t-shirt and a reusable tote bag filled goodies.\nParticipants choose from one of three options:\n-Tour 1: St. George Island migratory songbirds\, shorebirds\, woodland birds\n-Tour 2: Red Cockaded Woodpecker tour\n-Tour 3: Birding 101 Guided tour for beginner birders. Learn birding basics\, and see shorebirds and woodland species at ANERR. \nWant to go birding on your own? Limited packages without tours are available. Package includes lunch\, the lecture\, a t-shirt\, Sibley birding book and tote bag for $35.00. \nAttendance for the movie\, information booths\, and silent auction activities are free and open to the public. ANERR’s nature center is free and open to the public Tuesday-Saturday 9am-4pm.  \nTo register\, visit birdingthebay.eventbrite.com. For more information\, call 850-670-7700. Full refund available until April 3rd. Tours will happen rain or shine. If there is lightning\, we will delay the tours until danger has past\, then continue.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/birding-the-bay-festival/
LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Festival,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170325T090000
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SUMMARY:Flying WILD Family Morning
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a morning of nature with your child (ages 3-9)!  March 25\, 9 a.m. – Noon at Wakulla Environmental Institute \nThe fun and interactive educational activities are based on Flying WILD\, which is a children’s supplementary environmental education program emphasizing birds and bird conservation with.\n•	Music\n•	Educational Activities\n•	Art Projects\n•	Face Painting\n•	Bird Watching Nature Walk\nParents must accompany their children. \nTo Apply and Register:\nContact Kathie Mackie (850) 558-3503 or mackiek@tcc.fl.edu
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/flying-wild-family-morning/
LOCATION:Wakulla Environmental Institute\, 170 Preservation Way\, Crawfordville\, FL\, 32327\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathie Mackie":MAILTO:mackiek@tcc.fl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170304T140000
DTSTAMP:20240322T005500
CREATED:20170130T214434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170130T214544Z
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SUMMARY:Ponce Inlet's Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Activities for the whole family with over 20 exhibitors focusing on their contribution to preserving the planet. Parking & Shuttle available from Ponce Inlet Town Hall.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/ponce-inlets-earth-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Ponce Preserve\, 4300 S. Atlantic Avenue\, Ponce Inlet\, FL\, 32127\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170225T110000
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CREATED:20170125T141336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170125T141336Z
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SUMMARY:Tallahassee Nurseries Bird Talk
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered how to get more birds to visit your backyard? Ever wondered what all those little birds are called? Whitney Gray\, Coordinator of the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail\, will give a presentation on north Florida backyard birds – attracting them and identifying them.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/tallahassee-nurseries-bird-talk/
LOCATION:Tallahassee Nurseries\, 2911 Thomasville Rd.\, Tallahassee\, FL\, 32308\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170218T073000
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SUMMARY:Tropical Audubon hosts Bird Walk at Greynold's Park
DESCRIPTION:From our friends at Tropical Audubon: Jim King will lead birders through Greynold’s Park (a GFBWT site) on Miami Beach. Meet at the park boathouse. Parking is available near the playground and the elevated mound opposite the boathouse. Return is at approximately 11 a.m. No fee for the event\, but there is a fee for parking. Pay at the self-serve meter.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/tropical-audubon-hosts-bird-walk-at-greynolds-park/
LOCATION:Greynold’s Park\, 17530 W. Dixie Hwy\, North Miami Beach\, FL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Tropical Audubon":MAILTO:jamesmjrking@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170204T160000
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CREATED:20161101T143524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161101T143524Z
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SUMMARY:Raptor Fest at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join Body Hill Nature Preserve as they celebrate birds of prey! Admission is free! Park at Lakewood High School (1400 54th Ave. S.) and take the FREE shuttle to the Preserve. Check out the website for more info.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/raptor-fest-at-boyd-hill-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170123
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SUMMARY:Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Apopka Wildlife Festival & Birdapalooza Birding Festival 2017\, is perfect for birders visiting Florida or locals wanting to learn more from well-known\, knowledgeable birding guides. Add to your life list at an amazing birding area\, the 20\,000-acre Lake Apopka North Shore.  Two full-day trips and 9 half-day trips led by well-known local birding guides are offered\, along with two dinners and keynotes. On Saturday participate in the 5th annual Free family-oriented Birdapalooza festival with photo walks\, bird banding and guided bus tours. For details\, see http://orangeaudubonfl.org/birdapalooza or https://www.facebook.com/Birdapalooza/notifications/.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/lake-apopka-wildlife-festival-birdapalooza-birding-festival/
LOCATION:Magnolia Park\, 2929 S Binion Rd\, Apopka\, FL\, 32703\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170116
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SUMMARY:13th annual Southwest Florida Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar for field trips and lectures during the 13th Annual Southwest Florida Nature Festival! Explore the local environment through almost 40 guided field trips to 20 wildlife hot spots around Southwest Florida and lectures at the Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center.\nField trips\, including birding walks\, buggy rides and boat tours\, are offered in conjunction with partners such as Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary\, Big Cypress National Preserve and Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Field trip prices range from $15 – $135\, and registration is required.\nField trip registration is open!
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/13th-annual-southwest-florida-nature-festival/
LOCATION:Rookery Bay\, 300 Tower Road\, Naples\, FL\, 34113\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170106
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CREATED:20161201T135013Z
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UID:4207-1481673600-1483660799@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Audubon's 117th Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:  \nSince the Christmas Bird county began over 100 years ago\, it has relied on volunteers to gather critical data about the patterns of bird behavior. Join an effort near you to participate. \nThere is a specific methodology for the Count\, so it’s important that you contact a coordinator near you\, but anyone can help. This is a fun and rewarding activity for bird-lovers of any stripe. Many counts are held throughout Florida\, just find the one near you at the link below!
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/audubons-117th-christmas-bird-count/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Statewide
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20161105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20161105T113000
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SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida field trip - Blackwater Fisheries Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail coordinator Whitney Gray and Wings Over Florida coordinator Andy Wraithmell for a hike around this wonderful birding trail site. We will walk the dikes between the aquaculture ponds\, looking for wintering wildfowl such as Ring-necked Duck and Blue-winged Teal. Wilson’s Snipe feed along the muddy edges. Bachman’s Sparrows and Brown-headed Nuthatches are fairly common and Henslow’s Sparrow has been recorded in the winter. Participants will have the opportunity to earn their first Wings Over Florida certificate. \nThe walk is limited to 25 people. This event is FREE and family-friendly. We encourage youth participation.\nThe walk is suitable for all experience levels but is aimed at beginner and intermediate level bird watchers. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-blackwater-fisheries-center/
LOCATION:Blackwater Fisheries Center\, 8384 Fish Hatchery Road\, Holt\, FL\, 32564\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Wraithmell":MAILTO:andy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161022T160000
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UID:2083-1477130400-1477152000@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife viewers can come watch the migrating monarch butterfly pass through Wakulla County during the month of October\, and where better than the wonderful St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge\, Panhandle Gateway for the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. This annual event has numerous wildlife exhibits and nature-based educational demonstrations. Come see Monarch butterflies being tagged\, learn about their incredible migration and enjoy all the beautiful wildflowers lining the refuge road.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/monarch-butterfly-festival/
LOCATION:St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge\, 1255 Lighthouse Road\, St. Marks\, FL\, 32355\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161017
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SUMMARY:5th annual Wings and Wildflower Festival
DESCRIPTION:Birds flock to Lake County\, which is home to thousands of acres of preserves and passive parklands\, including the Lake Apopka Restoration Area\, Ferndale Preserve\, Emeralda Marsh and the Hilochee Wildlife Management Area. \nWith Lake County’s reputation as a premier birding location\, it’s the goal of this festival to enhance awareness and appreciation of Lake County’s quality of life and support environmental initiatives on behalf of citizens and visitors alike.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/5th-annual-wings-and-wildflower-festival/
LOCATION:Venetian Gardens\, 109 Dixie Avenue\, Leesburg\, FL\, 34748\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Yvonne Powers":MAILTO:ypowers@lakecountyfl.gov
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