About Us

Saving Land

Over the years, the Lemon Bay Conservancy has been involved in saving hundreds of acres of land from development. We work with individuals, businesses, government agencies, and other environmental groups to create conservation corridors for the protection of our water supply, to deter storm surge, to provide critical habitat for wildlife, and to sustain the quality of life enjoyed by residents and visitors to our communities.

Often, the land we help to protect, is placed into public ownership. In other cases, private land owners choose to forever preserve the natural resources on their properties through conservation eastements. And, in some situations, Lemon Bay Conservancy becomes the land owner. In 2010, Lemon Bay Conservancy purchased the 80-acre Wildflower Preserve property and initiated restoration efforts. More recently, we acquired 10-acres of wetlands on Thornton Key.

Environmental Education

Lemon Bay Conservancy periodically hosts programs and events designed to enhance public understanding of environmental topics. In 2011, we began hosting a series of educational nature walks and open house events at Wildflower Preserve. In 2014, we launched a new series of Environmental Safari Walks that focus on the terrestrial, freshwater wetland, and estuarine areas of the preserve. We also publish brochures and newsletters on a variety of environmental topics.

Partnering with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and the Bonefish and Tarpon Trust, we are expanding scientific knowledge with the first ever study of juvenile tarpon in Lemon Creek at Wildflower Preserve.

Advocacy for sustainable environmental policies:

he Lemon Bay Conservancy board regularly reviews environmental issues that may impact the Lemon Bay and Charlotte Harbor areas and advocates for appropriate decisions. Alone and hand-in-hand with other organizations we seek to serve as a voice for the people. Addressing many issues, our comments are received as well considered and non-inflammatory.