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SUMMARY:Plant Succession and its Inevitability with Dr. Bill Dunson
DESCRIPTION: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 lead a discussion of the changes implemented and the natural process of plant succession. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/plant-succession-and-its-inevitability-with-dr-bill-dunson/
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:Freshwater Wetland Ecology w/ Dr Bill Dunson
DESCRIPTION:Join walk leader\, Dr. Bill Dunson as he explains freshwater wetland ecology at the preserve and discusses the choices in management. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/freshwater-wetland-ecology-w-dr-bill-dunson/
LOCATION:Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd\, Englewood\, FL 34224\, 3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Ecology
DESCRIPTION: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 of the plants and animals that live in the tidal environments including the famous juvenile tarpon and halophytic plants. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/saltwater-ecology-3/
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:New Year's Day Nature Walk and Picnic Lunch at Middle Beach/Blind Pass
DESCRIPTION: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 Year\, burn off a few calories\, and learn and share some nature lore.  The entire walk is less than a mile\, on narrow trails and the beach. \nWe will meet at 10 am in the parking area near where the old Duisberg Trail starts (https://floridahikes.com/lemon-bay-conservancy-duisberg-nature-trail).  Turn east into the main parking area and take the first left.  Note that Middle Beach is currently only accessible from the southern end of Manasota Key as the road to the north of that point has not been repaired since Hurricanes Helene and Milton. \nThe park was heavily damaged by the storm\, but we will explore remaining areas of mangroves\, upland subtropical hammocks\, dune habitat\, and the mangrove boardwalk.  The main bayside area of the park was dredge spoil from the construction of the ICW in the late 1960’s. \nYou are required to sign a liability waiver.  No dogs or smoking/vaping allowed.  No reservations are required for the walk. \nFollowing the walk\, there will be a cook-out and pot-luck at Bill’s home.  There is a limit of 40 people for lunch and reservations are required.  Send your name and number of attendees to Bill at wdunson@comcast.net.  Bill will provide additional details to confirmed participants. \nFor further information contact Bill Dunson (wdunson@comcast.net)  (NOTE:  LUNCH RESRVATIONS ARE NOW AT CAPACITY.) \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/new-years-day-nature-walk-and-picnic-lunch-at-middle-beach-blind-pass/
LOCATION:Blind Pass Park (Middle Beach)\,  6725 Manasota Key Rd\, Englewood\, 34223
CATEGORIES:Educational,Nature Walk
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SUMMARY:Guided Nature Walk- Dr. Bill Dunson\, Native vs Non-Native
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Bill Dunson for a nature walk at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve (3120 Gasparilla Pines Blvd.\, Englewood). The primary topic will be a discussion and contrast of native and non-native plants and why they are considered important to habitat restoration.  This is not actually a simple question to answer for at least two reasons- 1.  Defining native vs non-native is not a black and white matter\, and 2.  Assuming you recognize the advantages of using some “FL friendly” non-natives as sources of flowers\, fruit and foliage\, what criteria are acceptable to use some non-natives in our landscapes? For example if you want monarchs to breed\, what milkweeds should you plant?  We welcome all points of view and will attempt to broaden your knowledge of the subject.  This event is free\, and all are welcome to participate .When 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-with-dr-bill-dunson/
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:Saltwater Ecology
DESCRIPTION: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 focus on learning about some of the plants and animals that live in the tidal environments including the famous juvenile tarpon and halophytic plants.  In addition to being able to tolerate high salts\, estuarine organisms must tolerate very low oxygen levels and desiccation.  The increasing rate of sea level rise will be considered in predicting what the preserve will look like in 50-100 years. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/saltwater-ecology-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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SUMMARY:What are native plants and why are they important to habitat restoration?
DESCRIPTION:It is surprisingly difficult to come up with a concise definition of native plants and this affects how plants are chosen for use in revegetating LCWP.  Primarily only native plants are being placed in Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve\, but some non-natives have been retained and we will discuss/debate the reasons for this.  The problems posed by weedy non-natives in early successional habitats will be discussed and the methods considered that can be used to minimize herbicide use.  The issues are difficult and decisions are not as black and white as you might think.  This walk will be led by Dr. Bill Dunson and is co-sponsored by Lemon Bay Conservancy and the Mangrove Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/what-are-native-plants-and-why-are-they-important-to-habitat-restoration/
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:Saltwater Ecology
DESCRIPTION: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 focus on learning about some of the plants and animals that live in the tidal environments including the famous juvenile tarpon and halophytic plants.  In addition to being able to tolerate high salts\, estuarine organisms must tolerate very low oxygen levels and desiccation.  The increasing rate of sea level rise will be considered in predicting what the preserve will look like in 50-100 years.  Co-sponsored by Lemon Bay Conservancy and the Mangrove Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/saltwater-ecology/
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:Plant succession & shade tolerance and how they affect habitat restoration
DESCRIPTION:Lemon Bay Conservancy has 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 lead a discussion of the reasons that some plantings have succeeded and others have not.  The natural process of plant succession has a huge effect on restoration as does the degree of shade tolerance of each species.  We will learn some “scientific horticulture” and assess/debate the design of the plantings.  Co-sponsored by Lemon Bay Conservancy and the Mangrove Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society. \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.
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/plant-succession-shade-tolerance-and-how-they-affect-habitat-restoration/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T090000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour On Successional Changes and Salinity At Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this informative guided tour on “Succession” at Lemon Creek Wildflower Preserve on Thursday January 18\, 2024 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Succession  is a ‘nonseasonal’ directional change and continuous pattern of colonization and extinction at a  particular site by populations. Together we will explore the local replacement of populations in a regular sequence following the opening of a space that was created through the disturbance caused during the conservation efforts at Wildflower Preserve. We will examine this basic question of interest; Are patterns of replacement predictable and what is the underlying factors that accounts for these changes? \nDr. Bill Dunson will guide us through the successional process as we view the response of the Preserve to disturbances that open areas for invasion\, or reoccupation of certain plants and organisms. Please be sure to wear appropriate footwear\, sunscreen\, bug repellent\, and a hat. \n 
URL:https://lemonbayconservancy.org/event/guided-tour-on-successional-changes-and-salinity-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,Educational,General,Nature Walk
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