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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, we will conduct our next Tarpon pull event on Saturday\, April20 \, 2024 at 8:00 am. We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Lemon Bay Earth Day at Cedar Point
DESCRIPTION:Lemon Bay Conservancy will be participating in an Earth Day event at Cedar Point Environmental Park on Saturday\, April 20th\, from 10 am –  2pm. \nThis family friendly event\, hosted by Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center\, will feature conservation exhibits by various local environmental organizationsand a variety of fun\, family activities. \nFor more details\, visit the webpage below and scroll down to the Cedar Point earth day section of the page: \nhttps://www.checflorida.org/earthday2024
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-bay-earth-day-at-cedar-point/
LOCATION:Cedar Point Environmental Park\, 2300 Placida Road\, Englewood\, 34224
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day:  Plant a Free Tree!
DESCRIPTION:With funding support from the Florida Forest Service\, Lemon Bay Conservancy is hosting a free tree giveaway on Friday\, April 26\, 2024 \, for homeowners in Englewood and surrounding areas. \nA total of 50 trees in 3-gallon containers will be available\, with a limit of one per household.  ** All free trees are now reserved.  We are accepting wait list requests. ** \nClick on this link for all the details and to reserve your free tree:  https://lemonbayconservancy.org/arbor-day-free-tree/ \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/arbor-day-plant-a-free-tree/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational
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SUMMARY:Coastal Water Quality: The Roles of Septic Systems\, Advanced Water Treatment\, Reclaimed Water\, and Stormwater
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free talk on May 8th as University of Florida professor Dr. Mary Lusk discusses how different water sources can influence our coastal water quality. \nThe seminar will cover: \n\nSeptic systems: Friend or foe? Unveiling the hidden impacts on our coastal waters.\nAdvanced Wastewater Treatment: Exploring innovative solutions for cleaner\, healthier ecosystems.\nReclaimed Water: Is it safe? Is there a catch?\nStormwater Ponds:  How can we reduce potential impacts on coastal water quality?\n\nCome discover the science behind healthy waterways\, explore cutting-edge wastewater treatment solutions\, and learn how YOU can make a difference.  Whether you’re a homeowner\, a government official\, or simply a concerned citizen\, this seminar is for you! Come learn how we can work together to safeguard Florida’s water future. \nDr. Lusk is one of the foremost experts on nutrients and how they move through the environment.  She has contributed as an author to more than 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications on nutrient related topics ranging from septic system environmental impacts to wastewater treatment and reclaimed water. \nDr. Lusk’s presentation will include discussion of recent findings from UF researchers regarding rapid growth of red tide blooms when exposed to nutrients from reclaimed water and stormwater.  (Read more in this article: www.wusf.org/environment/2023-09-22/stormwater-ponds-and-reclaimed-water-use-feed-toxic-red-tide-algae-blooms-florida-researchers-findStormwater Ponds and Reclaimed Water Feed Toxic Red Tide Blooms.) \nHere is a video featuring Dr. Lusk: https://www.fox13news.com/video/1000008 \nDon’t miss this fascinating session! \nDate: Wednesday May 8th \nTime: 5:30 PM refreshments\, 6:00 PM seminar followed by Q&A \nLocation: Cape Haze Community Center\, 180 Spyglass Alley\, Placida\, FL 33946 \nDirections:  the Cape Haze Community Center is located at 180 Spyglass Alley\, Placida\, FL 33946\, at the intersection of Spyglass Alley and Spaniards Road. Parking is available on both streets. To reach the Community Center from Placida Road (Hwy. 775)\, turn west onto Cape Haze Drive. At the traffic circle\, take the first right (heading north) onto Spaniards Rd. The Community Center will be just ahead on your left. \nThe seminar is free and open to the public. \nPresented and sponsored by Lemon Bay Conservancy www.lemonbayconservancy.org \nFor more information contact Rob Robbins\, robbins450gd@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/coastalwaterquality/
LOCATION:Cape Haze Community Center\, 180 Spyglass Alley\, Placida\, FL\, 33946\, United States
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SUMMARY:Special Walk for Punta Gorda Garden Club
DESCRIPTION:Punta Gorda Garden Club members are invited to visit Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve for a short introductory walk to see preserve highlights and visit the butterfly habitat.  The tour will be led by Maura Qualls\, Ann Weaver\, and Paul Townsend.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/special-walk-for-punta-gorda-garden-club/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 8:00 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-2/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-3/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-10/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Florida Arbor Day:  Plant a Free Tree!
DESCRIPTION:With funding support from the Florida Forest Service\, Lemon Bay Conservancy is hosting a free tree giveaway on Friday\, January 17th\, for homeowners in Englewood and surrounding areas. \nA total of 100 trees in 3-gallon containers will be available\, with a limit of one per household. \nClick on this link for all the details and to reserve your free tree:  lemonbayconservancy.org/2025-free-tree/ \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/florida-arbor-day-plant-a-free-tree/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-9/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Exploration Day - Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer Guide Bob Cooper (right) with a tour group \n\nOn Saturday\, February 8\, 2025\, Lemon Bay Conservancy will host its annual “Exporation Day” Nature Festival at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, renamed this year  from “Open House” to “Exploration Day – Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve”. The free event runs from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm.  An “Early Bird” guided bird walk begins at 8:00 am\, with information booths and other activities beginning at 8:30. Guided nature walks on various topics will continue throughout the morning.   Local environmental groups will provide information exhibits and offer demonstrations of nature projects such as vertical oyster gardening during the event. Everyone is invited to attend this free\, community-wide event. \nLemon Creek Wildflower Preserve is an 80-acre former golf course with numerous freshwater ponds and the Lemon Creek estuary.  It was purchased by Lemon Bay Conservancy in 2010 with the goal of providing a refuge for wildlife and opportunities for environmental education and scientific research.  The preserve has been restored to native habitats in partnership with the Southwest Water Management District and NOAA. \nLemon Bay Conservancy is a non-profit organization managed by volunteers and funded by donations\, memberships and grants. \n\nDetails on the Exploration Day event schedule and participating organizations are available by clicking on this link:  2025 Exploration Day Information \nThe Preserve is located at 3120 Gasparilla Pines Boulevard\, Englewood\, FL 34224.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/exploration-day-2025/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,Nature Walk,Open House
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SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-4/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T103000
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CREATED:20240829T151709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T162238Z
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-5/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-6/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T233000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250226T220046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T220046Z
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SUMMARY:Shamrock Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Come out to Lemon Bay Wildflower Preserve  for our Shamrock Stroll.  9:30 am -11:30 am.  We will search for signs of spring including clovers\, Frog Fruit\, the famous flat Flamingoes and a Leprechaun! \nFollowing the stroll\, you are welcome to join us for lunch.  Please plan on bringing your own lunch and a beverage for a celebration of the green around us (with lunch beginning around 11:30). Don’t forget to wear your green! \nThis event is open to the public.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/shamrock-stroll/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Nature Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250328T145134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T145134Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-3/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20240829T152635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T162103Z
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SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-7/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T100000
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CREATED:20250328T145306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T145306Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-5/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250606T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T142723Z
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SUMMARY:1000 Seedlings - Pine Planting Project
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help us plant 1000 bare-root slash pine seedlings at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve on June 18\, 19\, and 20.\n\nVolunteers will use a “dibble bar” to open a slot in the ground for each plant\, drop the plant into place\, and tamp the hole closed.  Instruction on proper planting technique will be provided.\n\nVolunteers are asked to sign up for one or more two-hour time slots on one or more of the three planting mornings.  Time slots are 7 am to 9 am\, or 9 am to 11 am.  Please call the office at 941-830-8922 or send us an email at lbconservancy@comcast.net to register for your time slot(s).  Please leave your contact information and we’ll get in touch with meeting location details.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/1000-seedlings-pine-planting-project-2/2025-06-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Help Nature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250606T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T142723Z
UID:10046256-1750316400-1750330800@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:1000 Seedlings - Pine Planting Project
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help us plant 1000 bare-root slash pine seedlings at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve on June 18\, 19\, and 20.\n\nVolunteers will use a “dibble bar” to open a slot in the ground for each plant\, drop the plant into place\, and tamp the hole closed.  Instruction on proper planting technique will be provided.\n\nVolunteers are asked to sign up for one or more two-hour time slots on one or more of the three planting mornings.  Time slots are 7 am to 9 am\, or 9 am to 11 am.  Please call the office at 941-830-8922 or send us an email at lbconservancy@comcast.net to register for your time slot(s).  Please leave your contact information and we’ll get in touch with meeting location details.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/1000-seedlings-pine-planting-project-2/2025-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Help Nature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250328T145408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T145408Z
UID:10045142-1750323600-1750327200@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-6/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250606T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T142723Z
UID:10046258-1750402800-1750417200@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:1000 Seedlings - Pine Planting Project
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help us plant 1000 bare-root slash pine seedlings at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve on June 18\, 19\, and 20.\n\nVolunteers will use a “dibble bar” to open a slot in the ground for each plant\, drop the plant into place\, and tamp the hole closed.  Instruction on proper planting technique will be provided.\n\nVolunteers are asked to sign up for one or more two-hour time slots on one or more of the three planting mornings.  Time slots are 7 am to 9 am\, or 9 am to 11 am.  Please call the office at 941-830-8922 or send us an email at lbconservancy@comcast.net to register for your time slot(s).  Please leave your contact information and we’ll get in touch with meeting location details.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/1000-seedlings-pine-planting-project-2/2025-06-20/1/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Help Nature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250606T141649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T142723Z
UID:10046255-1750406400-1750438800@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:1000 Seedlings - Pine Planting Project
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help us plant 1000 bare-root slash pine seedlings at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve on June 18\, 19\, and 20.\n\nVolunteers will use a “dibble bar” to open a slot in the ground for each plant\, drop the plant into place\, and tamp the hole closed.  Instruction on proper planting technique will be provided.\n\nVolunteers are asked to sign up for one or more two-hour time slots on one or more of the three planting mornings.  Time slots are 7 am to 9 am\, or 9 am to 11 am.  Please call the office at 941-830-8922 or send us an email at lbconservancy@comcast.net to register for your time slot(s).  Please leave your contact information and we’ll get in touch with meeting location details.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/1000-seedlings-pine-planting-project-2/2025-06-20/2/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Help Nature
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250923T173005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T174416Z
UID:10046260-1760605200-1760608800@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-7/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20251017T134910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T134910Z
UID:10046332-1763193600-1763202600@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-4/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T173052Z
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SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-8/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20250923T173205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T173205Z
UID:10046262-1766048400-1766052000@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-9/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260421T220255
CREATED:20251017T134910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T134910Z
UID:10046333-1766217600-1766226600@lemonbayconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
DESCRIPTION:Attention all new and returning Tarpon net pull volunteers\, are invited to participate in our  Tarpon pull event.  We will first need to load the seine net and other equipment in the Jon boat before using our UTV to tow the boat over to the ponds located by Fiddlers Green. Please use the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve parking lot and plan to meet at the equipment shed at 7:45 am. After we have finished loading up\, you can then drive your vehicle over to Fiddlers Green and use the carpark there for your convenience. The actual net pull will get underway around 8:30 am starting with the smaller of the two ponds. If you have waders please bring them along with gloves\, a hat\, water and mosquito repellant. Please contact Malcolm Collingwood at 917-915-1076 or malcolmcollingwood@gmail.com to RSVP for the event. This event is open to everyone in the local community that is interested in participating.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/juvenile-tarpon-research-net-pull-4/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General,LBC Member Event,Tarpon Tagging,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:New Year's Day Nature Walk and Picnic Lunch at Middle Beach/Blind Pass
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bill Dunson will lead a nature walk on Thursday\, Jan. 1\, 2026\, from 10-11 am at Middle Beach/Blind Pass Beach Park on Manasota Key; (6725 Manasota Key Rd\, Englewood\, FL 34223).  Come make a great start to the New Year\, burn off a few calories\, and learn and share some nature lore.  The entire walk is less than a mile\, on narrow trails and the beach. \nWe will meet at 10 am in the parking area near where the old Duisberg Trail starts (https://floridahikes.com/lemon-bay-conservancy-duisberg-nature-trail).  Turn east into the main parking area and take the first left.  Note that Middle Beach is currently only accessible from the southern end of Manasota Key as the road to the north of that point has not been repaired since Hurricanes Helene and Milton. \nThe park was heavily damaged by the storm\, but we will explore remaining areas of mangroves\, upland subtropical hammocks\, dune habitat\, and the mangrove boardwalk.  The main bayside area of the park was dredge spoil from the construction of the ICW in the late 1960’s. \nYou are required to sign a liability waiver.  No dogs or smoking/vaping allowed.  No reservations are required for the walk. \nFollowing the walk\, there will be a cook-out and pot-luck at Bill’s home.  There is a limit of 40 people for lunch and reservations are required.  Send your name and number of attendees to Bill at wdunson@comcast.net.  Bill will provide additional details to confirmed participants. \nFor further information contact Bill Dunson (wdunson@comcast.net)  (NOTE:  LUNCH RESRVATIONS ARE NOW AT CAPACITY.) \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/new-years-day-nature-walk-and-picnic-lunch-at-middle-beach-blind-pass/
LOCATION:Blind Pass Park (Middle Beach)\,  6725 Manasota Key Rd\, Englewood\, 34223
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Butterfly and Plant Tour
DESCRIPTION:Maura Qualls and Ann Weaver will lead a walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve Butterfly Habitat at 9:00 am\, meeting at the Members entrance area. Join us as we examine the many plants\, flowers\, and pollinators that are present in our garden. We will offer discussions on how you can establish your own native butterfly and pollinator habitat and will provide an up-close look at nectar and host plants\, both native and Florida friendly. Please bring your binoculars\, cameras\, water bottles\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent. All participants should wear comfortable\, protective attire\, especially footwear.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/butterfly-and-plant-tour-10/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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