Events
Boca Grande Paddle
We will paddle Boca Grande at 9:30am. Paddling from 5820 Gasparilla Road, Placida, FL 33946. We will explore the pass to Little Gasparilla Island and the surrounding area. Please bring your kayak, paddles, personal flotation device, water, sunscreen, sense of […]
- Date: March 9, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 4076 East Venice Ave, Venice.
Casual Birding w/ Ken Blackshaw
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 - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Oyster Creek Paddle to Lemon Bay
We will be launching from the Oyster Creek Environmental Park, located across the street from Cedar Point Park in Englewood, next to the high school. We will be exploring in Lemon Bay. If conditions allow, we may paddle to Milton […]
- Date: March 16, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 2333 Placida Rd., 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.
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.
Welcome Back to the New Zealanders: Malcom and Jane Collingwood
Welcome Back New Zealanders! LBC welcomes back long time volunteers Malcom & Jane Collingwood with a celebratory event at the Lemon Bay Wildflower Preserve meadow. Jayne and Charlie Woodruff will be guiding a leisurely stroll through the preserve. Bring your […]
- Date: March 21, 2026
- Timing: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Coral Creek Paddle
A special paddle on Coral Creek for LBC members and your accompanying guests. Launching from 13012 Fishery Road, Placida. We will explore Wolverton Tunnels or the west branch of Coral Creek, depending on conditions. Advance reservations are required! Please text […]
- Date: March 23, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 14000 Gasparilla Road, Placida.
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.
Lemon Bay Paddle from Indian Mound Park
Paddle Lemon Bay launching from Indian Mound Park in Englewood. Arrive at 9am and launching 9:30. bring kayak paddle PDF water and sun protection. Sense of humor a must! We will explore the waters crossing to Blind Pass bay. Weather […]
- Date: March 30, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 210 Winson Ave, Englewood.
Snook Haven Paddle
An event for LBC members and accompanying guests. We will paddle Snook Haven at 9:30am. Paddling from the Kayak and Small Boat Launch, located at 4076 East Venice Ave, Venice 33292. Please bring your kayak, paddle, personal flotation device, water, sunscreen, […]
- Date: April 6, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 4076 East Venice Ave, Venice.
Indian Mound Paddle
We are thrilled to be offering 2 pop up paddles! First will be Friday, April 10th at Indian Mound in Englewood starting at 4:30 PM. We will paddle up the east side of Lemon Bay and cross to Middle Beach […]
- Date: April 10, 2026
- Timing: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
- Address: 210 Winson Ave, Englewood.
Boca Grande Paddle
Come enjoy the amazing spring weather on the water! We will launch at the Boca Grande Fishing Pier at 5800 Gasparilla Rd., Boca Grande. This has been the season favorite paddle! Please bring a kayak or paddleboard, PFD, sunscreen, water, […]
- Date: April 13, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30pm
- Address: 5810 Gasparilla Rd., Boca Grande.
Volunteer Work Crew
Volunteers meet at the Preserve on Tuesday and Thursday mornings to do maintenance and enhancement projects. Come out and join us! Activities include planting new native plants, maintaining and enhancing the butterfly habitat, mowing preserve trails, clearing vines from recent […]
- Date: April 14, 2026
- Timing: 7:00am - 9:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Introduction to Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
A 1-hour guided walk along mowed trails through diverse upland habitats and freshwater ponds that connect to brackish Lemon Creek. Visitors can observe native and Florida-friendly plants, vibrant wildflowers, and butterflies in dedicated habitats, while spotting upland and wading birds, […]
- Date: April 14, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:30am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.