Events
Guided Nature Walk- Dr. Bill Dunson, Native vs Non-Native
Join Dr. Bill Dunson for a nature walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve (3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood). The primary topic will be a discussion and contrast of native and non-native plants and why they are considered important to habitat […]
- Date: December 22, 2025
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
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.
Guided Nature Walk At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
You are invited to join us for a guided walk beginning at 8:30 am. Our volunteer naturalist, Susy d’Hont will lead a casually-paced, two-hour walk to enjoy the preserve’s ever changing natural sights and sounds. Susy’s walks are free and open […]
- Date: December 27, 2025
- Timing: 8:30am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
New Year’s Day Nature Walk and Picnic Lunch at Middle Beach/Blind Pass
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 […]
- Date: January 1, 2026
- Timing: 10:00am - 1:00pm
- Address: 6725 Manasota Key Rd, Englewood.
Freshwater Wetland Ecology at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
Wetland Ecology Guided Walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve with Dr. Bill Dunson
- Date: January 2, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: January 12, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: January 12, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Exploration Day – Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, Lemon Bay Conservancy will host its annual “Exploration Day” Nature Festival at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. This year, we’ll be celebrating Valentine’s Day and the 5th anniversary of our reopening of the restored preserve. The […]
- Date: February 14, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 1:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: February 16, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: February 16, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- 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: February 19, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: March 16, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Casual Birding
Please join us at 8:00 am as birding expert, Ken Blackshaw leads a casually – paced guided walk through Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. The preserve includes upland habitats, along with freshwater ponds and brackish water wetlands, that attract a wide […]
- Date: March 16, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- 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: March 19, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- 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: April 19, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.