Events
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: January 12, 2026
- Timing: 8:00am - 10:00am
- 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: January 13, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 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: January 15, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Coral Creek Paddle
A special paddle on Coral Creek for LBC members and your accompanying guests. We will put in at Gasparilla Rd and Fishery Road under the bridge. Park in lot. We will explore Wolverton Tunnels or the west branch of Coral […]
- Date: January 19, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 14000 Gasparilla Road, Placida.
Annual Meeting & Special Presentation: Helping Our Threatened Burrowing Owls
Following our short business meeting and election of officers, we will have a special presentation on LBC’s initiative to help the small, threatened Burrowing Owl colony on the Cape Haze peninsula. Refreshments at 5:00. Business meeting begins at 5:30, with […]
- Date: January 22, 2026
- Timing: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
- Address: 180 Spyglass Alley, Placida.
Freshwater Wetland Ecology w/ Dr Bill Dunson
Join walk leader, Dr. Bill Dunson as he explains freshwater wetland ecology at the preserve and discusses the choices in management. The preserve address is 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd, Englewood 34224. When visiting the Preserve, closed-toe walking shoes, a hat, […]
- Date: January 23, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Buck Creek to Thornton Key Paddle
We will paddle from Bill Coy Preserve on Buck Creek, located at 5350 Placida Rd, to Thornton Key, traveling across the intracoastal and explore the area. This will be a moderate paddle. Given the sometimes muddy conditions at the launch […]
- Date: January 26, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 5350 Placida Road, Englewood.
Lemon Bay Paddle from Sunrise Rotary Park
Paddle Lemon Bay launching from Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary Park in Englewood as we paddle to Godfrey Creek. Launching at 9:30 am. You must provide your own boat, paddle and safety equipment. Participation limited to LBC Members and your […]
- Date: February 2, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 1000 S McCall Road, Englewood.
Plant Succession and its Inevitability with Dr. Bill Dunson
Lemon Bay Conservancy embarked on a very ambitious project to restore an old golf course. The changes to date in the original vegetation which was present at the time of purchase have been astounding. Dr. BIll Dunson, walk leader, will […]
- Date: February 4, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Lemon Bay Coastal Seminar Series: Saving Seagrass to Save the World
Dr. Jim Fourqurean, Distinguished University Professor; Associate Director, Institute of Environment, Florida International University: “Saving Seagrass to Save the World”. Dr. Fourquerean has spent decades studying the critical role seagrass meadows play in our global ecosystem. Seagrasses are often called […]
- Date: February 5, 2026
- Timing: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
- Address: 180 Spyglass Alley, Placida.
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.
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.
Boca Fishing Pier Paddle
We will explore the area around the Boca Grande pass from the Boca fishing pier. Please bring your kayak, paddles, personal flotation device, water, sunscreen, sense of humor and snack/lunch. Contact Charlie Woodruff for additional information and to reserve your […]
- Date: February 16, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 4076 East Venice Ave, Venice.
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.
Paddle Vamo Park to Midnight Pass
A special paddle from Vamo Park to Midnight Pass for LBC members and your accompanying guests. We will explore southern Sarasota Bay leading to Spanish Point and the newly opened Midnight Pass. Reservations required. Text Charlie Woodruff to sign up […]
- Date: February 23, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 5800 Vamo Drive, Sarasota.