Events
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: November 15, 2025
- 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: November 20, 2025
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Oyster Creek Paddle
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 waters in Cedar Point and adjacent creeks. If conditions allow, we may […]
- Date: November 24, 2025
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:30am
- Address: 2333 Placida Rd., Englewood.
Bill Coy Preserve Paddle on Buck Creek
We will paddle from Bill Coy Preserve on Buck Creek located at 5350 Placid Rd from the Coy Preserve kayak launch to Thornton Key, across the intracoastal and explore the area. Given the sometimes muddy conditions at the launch site, […]
- Date: December 8, 2025
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 5350 Placida Road, 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: December 18, 2025
- Timing: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Afternoon Preserve Walk
Afternoon Wildflower preserve walk starting at 3:30pm. Explore the preserve at a beautiful time of day and have a seasonal toast at 4:30-5. Please bring your beverage of choice and snack. We will leave the preserve at sunset. Jayne and […]
- Date: December 19, 2025
- Timing: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
- Address: 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd., Englewood.
Middle Beach (Blind Pass) Paddle
We will paddle launching from Middle Beach (Blind Pass) back parking area on Manasota Key exploring bays and conditions of northern Lemon Bay. Meet at 9:30 at the parking area along the bayside across the road from Manasota Beach. Please […]
- Date: December 22, 2025
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 6725 Manasota Key Rd, 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.
Boca Grande Paddle
We will paddle from Boca Grande kayak launch at 9:30am. Please bring your kayak, paddles, personal flotation device, water, sunscreen, sense of humor and snack/lunch. After paying the $6 toll at the bridge, go south a short distance past Boca […]
- Date: December 29, 2025
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:00am
- Address: 4076 East Venice Ave, Venice.
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 - 11:00am
- Address: 6725 Manasota Key Rd, Englewood.
Saltwater Ecology
One of the major reasons Lemon Creek WIldflower Preserve is so interesting is the juxtaposition of freshwater, estuarine/marine and upland habitats. Join walk leader Dr. Bill Dunson as we sidcuss the amazing process of mangrove succession and learn about some […]
- Date: January 2, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- 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: January 5, 2026
- Timing: 9:30am - 11:30am
- Address: 2333 Placida Rd., Englewood.
Vista Stroll
Join Charlie Woodruff and Jayne Dean for a leisurely stroll to scenic vistas around Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve, stopping to relax at benches along the way.
- Date: January 9, 2026
- Timing: 9:00am - 11:00am
- 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.