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SUMMARY:July LakeWatch Water Sampling at the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:LBC volunteers will be conducting our monthly water quality sampling at six preserve ponds and three locations on Lemon Creek using the protocols defined by the University of Florida LakeWatch program.   Collected samples are sent to Gainsville for analysis by the LakeWatch team\, assessing nutrient and chlorophyll levels. \nSamples are collected by kayak.  We can always use help in the boats and on shore. \nIf interested in volunteering or observing\, please contact our office at 941-830-8922 or info@LemonBayConservancy.org for more information.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/july-lakewatch-water-sampling-at-the-preserve/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water Quality,Water Sampling
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Preserve Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Townsend for his monthly “Wildflower 101” introductory guided walk on Tuesday\, July 2\, 2024.  During this is a short\, casually-paced walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, you can expect to see upland and wading birds\, native and Florida friendly plants\, butterflies and other insects\, freshwater and brackish pond water environments\, and the Labyrinth on the Hill.   \nNote that Paul’s walks start at 8:00 during the summer months to avoid the hotter temperatures later in the day! \nThe preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood 34224. \n\nWhen visiting the Preserve\, closed-toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, and bug spray are suggested.  A water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars are also encouraged. \n\nEveryone is welcome to attend\, please feel free to invite your friends\, neighbors\, and family to come along and enjoy the early morning sights and sounds. 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/introduction-to-the-preserve-guided-walk-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,General,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:LakeWatch Water Sampling at the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:LBC volunteers will be conducting our monthly water quality sampling at six preserve ponds and three locations on Lemon Creek using the protocols defined by the University of Florida LakeWatch program.   Collected samples are sent to Gainsville for analysis by the LakeWatch team\, assessing nutrient and chlorophyll levels. \nSamples are collected by kayak.  We can always use help in the boats and on shore. \nIf interested in volunteering or observing\, please contact our office at 941-830-8922 or info@LemonBayConservancy.org for more information.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lakewatch-water-sampling-at-the-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water Quality,Water Sampling
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Preserve Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Paul Townsend for his monthly “Wildflower 101” introductory guided walk on Tuesday\, June 4\, 2024.  During this is a short\, casually-paced walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, you can expect to see upland and wading birds\, native and Florida friendly plants\, butterflies and other insects\, freshwater and brackish pond water environments\, and the Labyrinth on the Hill.   \nNote that Paul’s walks start at 8:00 during the summer months to avoid the hotter temperatures later in the day! \nThe preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood 34224. \n\nWhen visiting the Preserve\, closed-toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, and bug spray are suggested.  A water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars are also encouraged. \n\nEveryone is welcome to attend\, please feel free to invite your friends\, neighbors\, and family to come along and enjoy the early morning sights and sounds. 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/introduction-to-the-preserve-guided-walk/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for a guided walk on Friday\, May 31\, 2024 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 to the public!\n \nThe preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood 34224. \nWhen visiting the Preserve\, closed-toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, and bug spray are suggested.  A water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars are also encouraged.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve-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,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:LakeWatch Water Sampling at the Preserve
DESCRIPTION:On May 21\, 2024\, LBC volunteers will be conducting our monthly water quality sampling at six preserve ponds and three locations on Lemon Creek using the protocols defined by the University of Florida LakeWatch program.   Collected samples are sent to Gainsville for analysis by the LakeWatch team\, assessing nutrient and chlorophyll levels. \nSamples are collected by kayak.  We can always use help in the boats and on shore. \nIf interested in volunteering or observing\, please contact our office at 941-830-8922 or info@LemonBayConservancy.org for more information.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lakewatch-water-sampling-at-the-preserve/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Water Quality,Water Sampling
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for a guided walk on Friday\, May 17\, 2024 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 to the public!\n \nThe preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood 34224. \nWhen visiting the Preserve\, closed-toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, and bug spray are suggested.  A water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars are also encouraged.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/guided-nature-walk-at-lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nature Walk
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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
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Water Quality
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for a guided walk on Friday\, May 3\, 2024 at 8:30 am. Participants will become fully immersed as they learn and encounter the ever changing natural sights at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. This is an ideal walk for everyone who is interested in becoming familiar with the various birds\, plants\, flowers\, and history of the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve 3120\, Gasparilla Pines Blvd Englewood\, FL 34224. All participants should wear closed toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray and bring along a water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/guided-walk-at-lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve-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,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T090000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T100000
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SUMMARY:Lemon BayWatch Oyster Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The Lemon BayWatch Team of Lemon Bay Conservancy is pursuing their goal of improving the water quality of Lemon Bay through the use of vertical oyster gardens. \n  \nThe Lemon BayWatch “Oyster Ambassadors” will be on site at WATERWAYS Paddlesports\, 501 W. Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL 34223 every Thursday\, beginning January 18\, 2024  through April\, 25\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to provide oyster information\, answer questions\, and provide free oyster strands to residents who have registered through our site. \nVertical oyster gardens\, also known as VOGs\, are strings of recycled oyster shells collected from local Englewood restaurants.  When suspended in tidal waters\, VOGs provide the ideal habitat for young larval oysters to grow into adult oysters capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day. \nThe vertical oyster garden movement has spread throughout Southwest Florida and has had a positive ecological impact.  Studies have shown that not only do they contribute to water filtration and promote cleaner water for healthy sea grass; they provide habitat for a variety of marine animals and fish. The Lemon BayWatch team is proud to be a part of this water quality initiative that will help to protect and restore the waters of Lemon Bay. \nIf you would like to be part of this important effort to improve the quality of water around your home\, register today by  clicking on this link: LBC Oyster Garden Installation Request
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-baywatch-oyster-ambassadors/2024-04-25/
LOCATION:Waterways Paddlesports\, 501 W Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL\, 34223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T103000
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SUMMARY:Eco Paddle Tour from Stump Pass *NEW LOCATION*
DESCRIPTION:** Location for this paddle has been updated.  Please note this new location is Stump Pass. **  LBC members and their guests are invited to paddle with us on Monday\, April 8\, 2024\, 8:00 am. (NOTE: EARLY DEPARTURE TIME.) Paddlers will explore the area of the LBC islands and the state-owned islands as we head south toward Stump Pass\, with a possible stop to view the nesting shorebirds. \nLemon BayWatch kayak tours are limited to LBC members and their accompanying guests. Liability waiver forms are required for each tour and will be available at the launch site. Advance reservations are required by 4:00 pm the day before each tour. Email Charlie Woodruff at cgw3@icloud.com or text 914-799-0664. \nThere is a $3.00 charge to enter the park and parking is limited. \nPaddle participants must provide their own equipment: kayak\, paddle board\, or canoe\, paddles\, pfd\, water shoes\, hat\, whistle\, water bottle\, sunscreen\, bug spray and a sense of humor.  Please arrive by 8 am.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/eco-paddle-tour-from-stump-pass-april22/
LOCATION:Stump Pass State Park\, 900 Gulf Blvd\, Englewood\, 34223
CATEGORIES:General,LBC Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T080000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T080000
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SUMMARY:Birding & Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Charlie Woodruff and Jayne Dean for an early morning walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve.   The second half of April is prime bird migration season\, so we may see some uncommon birds\, along with the many species commonly present at the preserve. \nHats and hiking shoes are suggested\, along with sunscreen and bug repellant.   You may want to bring along your binoculars and/or your camera. \nSpring is a beautiful time to see a wide variety of plants and wildlife at the preserve.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/birding-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Lemon BayWatch Oyster Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The Lemon BayWatch Team of Lemon Bay Conservancy is pursuing their goal of improving the water quality of Lemon Bay through the use of vertical oyster gardens. \n  \nThe Lemon BayWatch “Oyster Ambassadors” will be on site at WATERWAYS Paddlesports\, 501 W. Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL 34223 every Thursday\, beginning January 18\, 2024  through April\, 25\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to provide oyster information\, answer questions\, and provide free oyster strands to residents who have registered through our site. \nVertical oyster gardens\, also known as VOGs\, are strings of recycled oyster shells collected from local Englewood restaurants.  When suspended in tidal waters\, VOGs provide the ideal habitat for young larval oysters to grow into adult oysters capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day. \nThe vertical oyster garden movement has spread throughout Southwest Florida and has had a positive ecological impact.  Studies have shown that not only do they contribute to water filtration and promote cleaner water for healthy sea grass; they provide habitat for a variety of marine animals and fish. The Lemon BayWatch team is proud to be a part of this water quality initiative that will help to protect and restore the waters of Lemon Bay. \nIf you would like to be part of this important effort to improve the quality of water around your home\, register today by  clicking on this link: LBC Oyster Garden Installation Request
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-baywatch-oyster-ambassadors/2024-04-18/
LOCATION:Waterways Paddlesports\, 501 W Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL\, 34223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T100000
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SUMMARY:Special Walk for Lemon Bay Garden Club
DESCRIPTION:Lemon Bay 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 Eva Furner\, Maura Qualls\, and Ann Weaver.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/special-walk-for-lemon-bay-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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T103000
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SUMMARY:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve 101
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lemon Bay Conservancy volunteers on Tuesday March 19\, 2024 at 9:00 am as they lead participants on a short guided walking tour through the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve at 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd. Englewood\, FL 34223. During this introductory walk you can expect to see upland and wading birds\, native and Florida friendly plants\, butterflies and other insects\, freshwater and brackish pond water environments\, and the Labyrinth on the Hill. Everyone is welcome to attend\, please feel free to invite your friends\, neighbors\, and family to come along and enjoy the morning. 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve-101-2/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General,Nature Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T090000
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SUMMARY:Eyes on Seagrass
DESCRIPTION:LEMON BAYWATCH\nUF/IFAS Extension SEA GRANT Program Eyes On Seagrass \nInvites You To\nBecome a citizen Scientist for a Day! \n9:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nSaturday\, April 13\, 2024\nCedar Point Environmental Center\n2300 Placida Rd.\, Englewood\, FL 34224 \n  \nSea grass is essential for a healthy marine environment.  It is the food source and habitat for many species of fish\, shellfish and marine animals; it enhances water clarity\, stabilizes shorelines and helps to sequester carbon and nitrogen. \nIn recent years\, there has been a significant die-off of seagrass in Charlotte Harbor and certain areas of Lemon Bay. This is primarily due to rapid algae growth that robs seagrass of adequate sunlight necessary for healthy growth. The health and habitat of hundreds of species has suffered as a result. \nEyes on Seagrass is a citizen science program developed by UF/IF Sea Grant that trains volunteers to monitor seagrass using carefully developed scientific protocols. Citizen scientists collect data on seagrass health\, sediment\, algae presence\, and water quality at numerous sites in Lemon Bay and Charlotte Harbor.  The data collected by citizen volunteers provides important information for scientists to better manage water resources and guide conservation management policy. \nThe Lemon BayWatch team invites you to a live demonstration of seagrass monitoring on  Saturday\, April 13th at Cedar Point Environmental Center.  Come see what citizen scientists can do to make an important difference in our environment! \nJOIN US!  Advance registration is required.  Register by clicking on this link:https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0uLUpAoLPbH0h26 \nTo learn more about the Eyes on Sea Grass program\, including upcoming sampling dates\, follow-on this link: \nhttps://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/charlotte/sea-grant/eyes-on-seagrass/
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/eyes-on-seagrass/
LOCATION:Cedar Point Environmental Park\, 2300 Placida Road\, Englewood\, 34224
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,Help Nature,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T164805
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T151754Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Seminar Series Lecture
DESCRIPTION:“Roseate Spoonbills In Florida Bay – A Pink Canary in a Coal Mine” – Dr. Jerry Lorenz\, State Director of Research\, Florida Audubon is our featured speaker for the month of April. \nDr. Jerry Lorenz\, State Research Director for Audubon Florida presents Roseate spoonbill effect of water management practices on Florida Bay by examining food web dynamics of the Roseate spoonbill: \nhttps://fl.audubon.org/contact/jerry-lorenz-phd \nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ty7Ehv_NJVE \nAll programs will be held at the Cape Haze Community Center 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. Refreshments will be available at 5:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 6:00 p.m. The seminars are free and open to the public. \nThis event will conclude our series of seminars and is  our final lecture this season. For more information on the seminars along with many more local events and opportunities sponsored by Lemon Bay Conservancy at www.lemonbayconservancy.org or (941) 830-8922
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/coastal-seminar-series-lecture-5/
LOCATION:Cape Haze Community Center\, 180 Spyglass Alley\, Placida\, FL\, 33946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T164805
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SUMMARY:Lemon BayWatch Oyster Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The Lemon BayWatch Team of Lemon Bay Conservancy is pursuing their goal of improving the water quality of Lemon Bay through the use of vertical oyster gardens. \n  \nThe Lemon BayWatch “Oyster Ambassadors” will be on site at WATERWAYS Paddlesports\, 501 W. Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL 34223 every Thursday\, beginning January 18\, 2024  through April\, 25\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to provide oyster information\, answer questions\, and provide free oyster strands to residents who have registered through our site. \nVertical oyster gardens\, also known as VOGs\, are strings of recycled oyster shells collected from local Englewood restaurants.  When suspended in tidal waters\, VOGs provide the ideal habitat for young larval oysters to grow into adult oysters capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day. \nThe vertical oyster garden movement has spread throughout Southwest Florida and has had a positive ecological impact.  Studies have shown that not only do they contribute to water filtration and promote cleaner water for healthy sea grass; they provide habitat for a variety of marine animals and fish. The Lemon BayWatch team is proud to be a part of this water quality initiative that will help to protect and restore the waters of Lemon Bay. \nIf you would like to be part of this important effort to improve the quality of water around your home\, register today by  clicking on this link: LBC Oyster Garden Installation Request
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-baywatch-oyster-ambassadors/2024-04-11/
LOCATION:Waterways Paddlesports\, 501 W Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL\, 34223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T120000
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SUMMARY:2024 Giving Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Giving Challenge offers a great opportunity to triple the impact of your gift to LBC!  All donations must be made online between noon on April 9th and noon on April 10th. \nPlease click on our post below for all the details: \nThe 2024 Giving Challenge: Support LBC and Triple Your Gift!
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/2024-giving-challenge/
LOCATION:— online event —
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Fundraiser,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T164805
CREATED:20240205T204053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T204053Z
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SUMMARY:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve:  Converting a Golf Course into a Nature Preserve
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAll are welcome to attend the following community presentation: “Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve:  Converting a Golf Course into a Nature Preserve” on Monday April 8\, 2024 at 2:00 pm at the Rotonda West Community Center 646 Rotonda Circle Rotonda West\, Florida 33947. Please extend this invitation to your friends and neighbors in Rotonda West\, Cape Haze\,  Gulf Cove\, Placida\, Englewood\, and all neighboring communities in Charlotte County as we explore this topic together in greater detail.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve-converting-a-golf-course-into-a-nature-preserve/
LOCATION:Rotonda West Community Center\, 646 Rotonda Circle\, Rotonda West\, FL\, 33947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Educational,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T190154Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Paddle Tour from Stump Pass
DESCRIPTION:LBC members and their guests are invited to paddle with us on Monday\, April 8\, 2024\, 8:00 am. (NOTE: EARLY DEPARTURE TIME.) Paddlers will explore the area of the LBC islands and the state-owned islands as we head south toward Stump Pass\, with a possible stop to view the nesting shorebirds. \nLemon BayWatch kayak tours are limited to LBC members and their accompanying guests. Liability waiver forms are required for each tour and will be available at the launch site. Advance reservations are required by 4:00 pm the day before each tour. Email Charlie Woodruff at cgw3@icloud.com or text 914-799-0664. \nThere is a $3.00 charge to enter the park and parking is limited. \nPaddle participants must provide their own equipment: kayak\, paddle board\, or canoe\, paddles\, pfd\, water shoes\, hat\, whistle\, water bottle\, sunscreen\, bug spray and a sense of humor.  Please arrive by 8 am.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/eco-paddle-tour-from-stump-pass/
LOCATION:Stump Pass State Park\, 900 Gulf Blvd\, Englewood\, 34223
CATEGORIES:General,LBC Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T100000
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for a guided walk on Friday\, April 5\, 2024 at 8:00 am. Participants will become fully immersed as they learn and encounter the ever changing natural sights at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve. This is an ideal walk for everyone who is interested in becoming familiar with the various birds\, plants\, flowers\, and history of the Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve 3120\, Gasparilla Pines Blvd Englewood\, FL 34224. All participants should wear closed toe walking shoes\, a hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray and bring along a water bottle\, camera\, and binoculars.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/guided-walk-at-lemon-creek-wildflower-preserve-2/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260418T164805
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SUMMARY:Lemon BayWatch Oyster Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The Lemon BayWatch Team of Lemon Bay Conservancy is pursuing their goal of improving the water quality of Lemon Bay through the use of vertical oyster gardens. \n  \nThe Lemon BayWatch “Oyster Ambassadors” will be on site at WATERWAYS Paddlesports\, 501 W. Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL 34223 every Thursday\, beginning January 18\, 2024  through April\, 25\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to provide oyster information\, answer questions\, and provide free oyster strands to residents who have registered through our site. \nVertical oyster gardens\, also known as VOGs\, are strings of recycled oyster shells collected from local Englewood restaurants.  When suspended in tidal waters\, VOGs provide the ideal habitat for young larval oysters to grow into adult oysters capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day. \nThe vertical oyster garden movement has spread throughout Southwest Florida and has had a positive ecological impact.  Studies have shown that not only do they contribute to water filtration and promote cleaner water for healthy sea grass; they provide habitat for a variety of marine animals and fish. The Lemon BayWatch team is proud to be a part of this water quality initiative that will help to protect and restore the waters of Lemon Bay. \nIf you would like to be part of this important effort to improve the quality of water around your home\, register today by  clicking on this link: LBC Oyster Garden Installation Request
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-baywatch-oyster-ambassadors/2024-04-04/
LOCATION:Waterways Paddlesports\, 501 W Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL\, 34223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T113000
DTSTAMP:20260418T164805
CREATED:20240323T185414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240323T185414Z
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SUMMARY:Eco Paddle Tour from Middle Beach on Manasota Key
DESCRIPTION:LBC members and their guests are invited to paddle with us on Tuesday\, April 2\, 2024 9:00 am. Paddlers will explore Fox Creek and the northern bay area near the launch site at Middle Beach Park (aka Blind Pass Park)\, south launch area\, on Manasota Key. \nLemon BayWatch kayak tours are limited to LBC members and their accompanying guests. Liability waiver forms are required for each tour and will be available at the launch site. Advance reservations are required by 4:00 pm the day before each tour. Email Charlie Woodruff at cgw3@icloud.com or text 914-799-0664. \nPaddle participants must provide their own equipment: kayak\, paddle board\, or canoe\, paddles\, pfd\, water shoes\, hat\, whistle\, water bottle\, sunscreen\, bug spray and a sense of humor.  Please arrive by 9 am.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/eco-paddle-tour-from-middle-beach-on-manasota-key/
LOCATION:Blind Pass Park (Middle Beach)\,  6725 Manasota Key Rd\, Englewood\, 34223
CATEGORIES:General,LBC Member Event
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SUMMARY:Lemon BayWatch Oyster Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:The Lemon BayWatch Team of Lemon Bay Conservancy is pursuing their goal of improving the water quality of Lemon Bay through the use of vertical oyster gardens. \n  \nThe Lemon BayWatch “Oyster Ambassadors” will be on site at WATERWAYS Paddlesports\, 501 W. Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL 34223 every Thursday\, beginning January 18\, 2024  through April\, 25\, 2024\, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. to provide oyster information\, answer questions\, and provide free oyster strands to residents who have registered through our site. \nVertical oyster gardens\, also known as VOGs\, are strings of recycled oyster shells collected from local Englewood restaurants.  When suspended in tidal waters\, VOGs provide the ideal habitat for young larval oysters to grow into adult oysters capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day. \nThe vertical oyster garden movement has spread throughout Southwest Florida and has had a positive ecological impact.  Studies have shown that not only do they contribute to water filtration and promote cleaner water for healthy sea grass; they provide habitat for a variety of marine animals and fish. The Lemon BayWatch team is proud to be a part of this water quality initiative that will help to protect and restore the waters of Lemon Bay. \nIf you would like to be part of this important effort to improve the quality of water around your home\, register today by  clicking on this link: LBC Oyster Garden Installation Request
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/lemon-baywatch-oyster-ambassadors/2024-03-28/
LOCATION:Waterways Paddlesports\, 501 W Dearborn Street\, Englewood\, FL\, 34223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,General
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SUMMARY:Labyrinth on the Hill Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:The Labyrinth on the Hill monthly guided walk is Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Boulevard\, Englewood\, Fl. Located at the top of a berm  overlooking all four directions of the Preserve\, the labyrinth offers walkers a winding\, circular\, path that leads participants to the center and then back out again. This is a meditative\, peaceful walk that offers a spectacular view. Each walk includes simple guidelines on how to walk the labyrinth\, a time for sharing\, opportunities for personal reflection\, extended learning\, and Q/A. These is a public event and all are welcome to join the journey.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/labyrinth-on-the-hill-guided-walk-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,Labyrinth
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SUMMARY:Rock Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for a rock garden painting session on Wednesday\, March 27\, 2024 at 4:00 pm at the outdoor classroom area in the meadow at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve located at 3120 Gasparilla Pines Boulevard\, Englewood\, FL 34224. We will provide paint\, brushes\, some cocktail napkins\, mod podge for decoupage\, and several different types of acrylic pens for group use. New techniques working with colored glue\, using cake decorating tips\, and metal paint will also be explored. Instructor Bonnie Stuhlmiller is always happy to assist in picking out rocks with natural character. Everyone is welcome to participate and join us for a monthly guided labyrinth walk following the session.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/rock-painting-workshop-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,General,LBC Member Event
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