Education | Conservation | Advocacy

Field Trip to Emerson Point Preserve

Emerson Point Preserve 5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, United States

Join Billie & Jerry Knight on a guided bird walk through Emerson Point Preserve.  Emerson Point Preserve is situated on the West end of Snead island on the North shore of the Manatee river with Terra Ceia Bay to the north. It offers a network of hiking and kayak trails to experience a wide variety […]

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Field Trip to Perico Preserve

Perico Preserve 11700 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL, United States

Join Debbie and Rob Carr on a guided bird walk through Perico Preserve.  Perico Preserve is first preserve of its kind to be fully conceptualized as a bird sanctuary. Everyone is welcome to attend walks.  When going bird watching it is important to be well-prepared and comfortable. Here is a checklist of what to bring […]

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Field Trip to Emerson Point Preserve

Emerson Point Preserve 5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, United States

Join Billie & Jerry Knight on a guided bird walk through Emerson Point Preserve.  Emerson Point Preserve is situated on the West end of Snead island on the North shore of the Manatee river with Terra Ceia Bay to the north. It offers a network of hiking and kayak trails to experience a wide variety […]

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CANCELLED Field Trip to Bahia Beach Nature Preserve

Bahia Beach Nature Preserve 2513 W Shell Rd, Ruskin, FL, United States

CANCELLED Join Lilian Saul on a guided bird walk through Bahia Beach Nature Preserve.  The restoration area consists of new wetlands created for the purposes of enhancing wildlife and marine habitat and improving water quality discharging into the bay. Wading birds, ducks, bald eagles and shorebirds offer great viewing opportunities for birdwatchers. Everyone is welcome […]

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Field Trip to Perico Preserve

Perico Preserve 11700 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL, United States

Join Debbie and Rob Carr on a guided bird walk through Perico Preserve.  Perico Preserve is first preserve of its kind to be fully conceptualized as a bird sanctuary. Everyone is welcome to attend walks.  When going bird watching it is important to be well-prepared and comfortable. Here is a checklist of what to bring […]

Free

Field Trip to James Patton Park

James Patton Park 5725 White Eagle Blvd, Bradenton, FL, United States

Join Aaron Virgin on a guided bird walk through James Patton Park.  Everyone is welcome to attend walks.  When going bird watching it is important to be well-prepared and comfortable. Here is a checklist of what to bring and wear:  Wear comfortable shoes since there will be walking Hat to shield you from the sun […]

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Field Trip to Terra Ceia Preserve State Park – Hightower Trail

Terra Ceia Preserve State Park 499 Hightower Road, FL, United States

Join Billie & Jerry Knight on a guided bird walk through Terra Ceia Preserve State Park - Hightower Trail.  Native and migrating birds take shelter in the lush forests along the trails. You may see little blue herons, white ibis, or even a bald eagle soaring above you. Keep a watchful eye for roseate spoonbills […]

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Field Trip to Coker Prairie Tract (Near 34590 East FL 64)

Coker Prairie Tract 34590 FL 64, Myakka, FL, United States

Join Kathy Doddridge on a guided bird walk through Coker Prairie Tract. Coker Prairie Tract New sign (Near 34590 East FL 64- Turn before sign for east Coast Migrant Head Start Program. ) Everyone is welcome to attend walks.  When going bird watching it is important to be well-prepared and comfortable. Here is a checklist […]

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Field Trip to Emerson Point Preserve

Emerson Point Preserve 5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL, United States

Join Billie & Jerry Knight on a guided bird walk through Emerson Point Preserve.  Emerson Point Preserve is situated on the West end of Snead island on the North shore of the Manatee river with Terra Ceia Bay to the north. It offers a network of hiking and kayak trails to experience a wide variety […]

Free

Field Trip to Tom Bennett Park

Tom Bennett Park 280 Kay Rd, Bradenton, FL, United States

Join Tony and Patty Ford on a guided bird walk through Tom Bennett Park.  Tom Bennett Park, located near I-75, combines classic park recreational opportunities with conservation areas perfect for nature walks and wildlife viewing. Manatee County purchased the majority of the 200 acre park in April 2003, with assistance from the Florida Communities Trust […]

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