Events
Morning Preserve Walk
“A walk about the preserve” Looking for more joyful things, growing, flying and perched. Meet at Lemon Bay Wildflower preserve at 9:30am .When visiting the Preserve, closed-toe walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and bug spray are suggested. A water bottle, […]
- Date: December 26, 2025
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Butterfly and Plant Tour
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 […]
- Date: January 15, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
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 […]
- Date: January 17, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Paddle Myakka River at Bob Johnson Park
LBC members and their guests are invited to paddle with us on a 2 hour paddle on the Myakka River where we will explore the area. Tentative push-off time is 9:30 am depending on tide and weather conditions. This excursion is […]
- Date: February 9, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 9083 S Tamiami Trail, North Port.
Butterfly and Plant Tour
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 […]
- Date: February 15, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Afternoon Preserve Walk
Afternoon Wildflower preserve walk starting at 4:00 pm. Explore the preserve at a beautiful time of day and have a seasonal toast at 5:30. Please bring your beverage of choice and snack. We will leave the preserve at sunset. Jayne […]
- Date: February 20, 2026
- Timing: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
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 […]
- Date: February 21, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Butterfly and Plant Tour
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 […]
- Date: March 15, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
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 […]
- Date: March 21, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Birding at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
Join Mike Weisensee for a short, casually-paced walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide variety of birds. The preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines […]
- Date: March 23, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Rock Painting Workshop
You are invited to join us for a rock garden painting session on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Meet at the kiosk. We will guide participants on a guided nature walk to learn about flowers, trees and wildlife […]
- Date: March 25, 2026
- Timing: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Welcome Future Florida Master Naturalists
LBC would like to welcome future Florida Master Naturalists and their Instructors to Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. This visit features an in depth look at the vital conservation efforts including our Saltwater Estuaries and Juvenile Tarpon “Net Pull” research. Witnessing […]
- Date: March 26, 2026
- Timing: 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Butterfly and Plant Tour
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 […]
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
2026 Giving Challenge
Donate to LBC during the 2026 Giving Challenge and Triple Your Impact with Matching Donations!
- Date: April 15, 2026
- Timing: 12:00pm - 12:00pm
- Address: , .
Juvenile Tarpon Research Net Pull
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 […]
- Date: April 18, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.