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SUMMARY:Gulf County Birding Loop Field Trip (Panama City\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Gulf County Birding Loop Field Trip\nMeeting location: Panama City Mall-2150 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd\, Panama City\, FL 32405\nSaturday\, May 12th at 7:00am \nOur trip will include the Gulf County birding loop around the Chipola and Apalachicola rivers.  We will meet at the Panama City Mall at 7:00 AM and leave at 7:15.   We will be birding fields\, wood and wet areas for an assortment of birds including Swallow-tailed and Mississippi Kites.  Bring water\, snacks\, and bug spray. \nBay County Audubon Society\nFor more information\, please email rdhouser@knology.net.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/gulf-county-birding-loop-field-trip-panama-city-fl/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171007T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
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SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida at L. Kirk Edwards WEA
DESCRIPTION:2017 is the 75th Anniversary of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Management Area system. As part of this year long celebration\, Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail staff Andy Wraithmell and Whitney Gray will be leading a bird and butterfly walk at L. Kirk Edwards Wildlife and Environmental Area near Tallahassee on Saturday October 7. \nRegister Here
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-at-l-kirk-edwards-wea/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170923T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
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SUMMARY:Butterfly Walk at Deering Estate
DESCRIPTION:The Deering Estate provides a beautiful natural setting for a variety of activities. Join Jared Guerra for a fun Wings Over Florida butterfly walk and earn your Zebra Longwing certificate. This family-friendly program is free with paid admission.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/butterfly-walk-at-deering-estate/
LOCATION:Deering Estate\, 16701 SW 72nd avenue\, Miami\, FL\, 33157\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170909T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170909T113000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
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SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida field trip - Joe Budd WMA
DESCRIPTION:2017 is the 75th Anniversary of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) wildlife management area system. As part of this year-long celebration\, FWC staff will be leading Wings Over Florida field trips at select wildlife management areas throughout the state. Join Wings Over Florida coordinator Andy Wraithmell and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail Coordinator Whitney Gray for this birding and butterfly viewing field trip at Joe Budd Wildlife Management Area. For more information visit our registration website.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-field-trip-joe-budd-wma/
LOCATION:Joe Budd Wildlife Management Area
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Wraithmell":MAILTO:andy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170826T070000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20170801T172616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T172616Z
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SUMMARY:Everglades Agricultural Area Birding
DESCRIPTION:Paul Bithorn and Brian Rapoza lead an all-day carpool trip to sod farms and flooded agricultural fields in the Belle Glade area of Palm Beach County. No fee. Meet at 7am at Sawgrass Recreation Park\, on US-27\, about 2 miles north of I-75 in Broward County. Walkie-talkies are recommended. There will be a restaurant lunch stop.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/everglades-agricultural-area-birding/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Tropical Audubon":MAILTO:jamesmjrking@bellsouth.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170522
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20170315T152932Z
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SUMMARY:Florida Native Plant Society Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration opening soon! \nThe 37th Annual Conference of the Florida Native Plant Society will be held in the heart of Florida\, and central to the largest river restoration project in the world! The Kissimmee River restoration\, a joint project by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the South Florida Water Management District\, is designed to restore the complex relationships between land\, wildlife\, water and climate that were torn apart when the river was channelized in 1962. Before channelization\, the river was a haven for native plants and wildlife\, but afterwards many species of birds\, fish and plants were lost\, creating havoc on our economy and our environment. The restoration project to restore the river to its natural path is nearly half complete\, and already  much of the original flora and fauna have returned and the water quality is improving. \nThis year’s conference addresses those connections that are so important to the Kissimmee River Basin and beyond. What can we learn from the negative impact of the channelization\, and the surprisingly quick recovery that has followed the restoration? What more needs to be done?  How can the lessons learned in the Kissimmee River Basin be applied to other areas of Florida\, the country and the world?
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/florida-native-plant-society-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Westgate River Ranch\, 3200 River Ranch Blvd.\, River Ranch\, FL\, 33867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Presentation,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Native Plant Society":MAILTO:info@fnps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170429T113000
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CREATED:20161213T150219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170117T192443Z
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SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida - Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:2017 is the 75th Anniversary of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Management Area system. As part of this year long celebration\, Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail staff Andy Wraithmell and Whitney Gray will be leading a morning bird tour at the Prairie Lakes Unit within the Three Lakes WMA in Osceola County. We will look for Red-cockaded Woodpeckers\, Bachman’s Sparrows\, Limpkin\, Snail Kite\, Bald Eagle\, Crested Caracara and more.  \nSpaces are limited for this field trip so register early to avoid missing out. \nREGISTER FOR THIS FREE FIELD TRIP
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-three-lakes-wildlife-management-area/
LOCATION:Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area: Prairie Lakes Unit\, FL\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Wraithmell":MAILTO:andy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T140000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20170404T185415Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Woods at Seminole Forest WMA
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve ever wanted to explore the woods with a guide\, your golden opportunity is Saturday\, April 22\, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the annual “Welcome to the Woods” event at Seminole Forest Wildlife Management Area in Lake County. Space for this free event is limited due to its popularity\, so participants must register in advance by calling the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) at 352-732-1225. Participants should arrive by 9 a.m. the day of the event.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/welcome-to-the-woods-at-seminole-forest-wma/
LOCATION:Seminole Forest WMA\, Eustis\, FL\, 32736\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170422T150000
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UID:4554-1492844400-1492873200@floridabirdingtrail.com
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:20170218T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170218T110000
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CREATED:20170202T134004Z
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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:20170212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170212T113000
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20161213T141135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170118T140706Z
UID:4247-1486890000-1486899000@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida - Florida Keys Wildlife Environmental Area
DESCRIPTION:2017 is the 75th Anniversary of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Wildlife Management Area system. As part of this year long celebration\, Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail staff Andy Wraithmell and Whitney Gray will be leading a morning bird tour at the Florida Keys Wildlife Environmental Area. We will look for winter wood-warbler flocks\, Reddish Egrets\, Magnificent Frigatebirds and more. Both Mangrove Cuckoo and White-crowned Pigeon have been recorded at this site during the winter months so we will keep an eye out for them as well. Participants will have the opportunity to earn their Wings Over Florida birding certificate. Wings Over Florida is a free bird and butterfly listing recognition program that rewards people for their Florida life list and big year list achievements. Certificates are awarded to participants when they reach one or multiple listing milestones. We offer 6 birding life list certificates\, 1 big year birding certificate and 6 butterfly life list certificates. For more information about this program visit our website\nSpace is limited on this field trip so register early to avoid missing out.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-florida-keys-wildlife-environmental-area/
LOCATION:Florida Keys WEA\, Sugarloaf Blvd\, Summerland Key\, FL\, 33042\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Wraithmell":MAILTO:andy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170123
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20161026T195231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161026T195231Z
UID:2879-1484870400-1485129599@floridabirdingtrail.com
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
DTSTAMP:20240322T013732
CREATED:20170104T131915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T131915Z
UID:4360-1484265600-1484524799@floridabirdingtrail.com
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;TZID=America/New_York:20160924T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160924T110000
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CREATED:20160728T124439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160728T124829Z
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SUMMARY:Wings Over Florida Field Trip - Boyd Hill Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Florida Birding Trail Coordinator Whitney Gray and Wings Over Florida Coordinator Andy Wraithmell for a morning bird and butterfly walk. The walk is ideal for beginners and children. Partcipants will be introduced to the Wings Over Florida birds and butterfly programs and will have the opportunity to earn their first certificates. Boyd Hill Nature Park is in the West Section of the Great Florida Birding Trail. 219 species of birds have been recorded there.  \nThe walk is limited to 20 people.\nPlease sign up through our Facebook event listing\nThere is an entrance fee to the park\nAdults = $3\nChildren = $1.50 \nFor more information visit  \nWings Over Florida\nBoyd Hill Nature Park  \nContacts\nwhitney.gray@myfwc.com\nandy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/wings-over-florida-field-trip-boyd-hill-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Andy Wraithmell":MAILTO:andy.wraithmell@myfwc.com
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