Events
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.
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.