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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191102T080000
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SUMMARY:Scrub-Jay Trail Orientation (Clermont)
DESCRIPTION:A free orientation is offered on the first Saturday of each month from 8am-11am. \nThis is an opportunity for newcomers to get oriented with The Florida Scrub-Jay. \nGet to know the history of the bird\, where it is and where it is going if we do not protect and restore its habitat. See a family of scrub-jays and learn what kind of habitat they prefer to live in. These curious birds are on many “Life Lists” and people come from all over the world to see Florida’s only endemic bird. Take an active or passive role in restoring their habitat as we walk\, view and dig into the ground and learn how to restore a section of the trail. This 3 hour introduction to the Florida Scrub-Jay is designed for the beginner to experienced birder. \nFor more information please call 352-429-5566 or e-mail info@scrubjaytrail.org . \nhttps://www.meetup.com/Florida-Scrub-Jay-Trail/events/xgnwflyzpbdb/
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/scrub-jay-trail-orientation-clermont-6/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Walk/Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T123000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190806T163105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T163105Z
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SUMMARY:Nature BioBlitz Series (Clermont)
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Expert and Author to Lead Nature BioBlitz Series at\nThe Florida Scrub-Jay Trail \nJoin us 10:30am-12:30pm as we enjoy a guided tour of B.B.Brown’s Gardens at the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in search of butterflies and other hidden gems. \nButterfly expert Dr. Marc Minno will continue his series of workshops in Clermont\, FL\, with his new schedule for the remainder of 2019. \nFive monthly\, 2-hour sessions are designed to increase our awareness of the natural world around us. By sharpening our powers of observation and interpretation\, we will see nature in a new light by observing the things that are “hidden in plain sight.” \nButterfly surveys will allow us to track monarchs and other butterflies. We’ll learn what plants we should put in our gardens to attract butterflies and birds. Gopher Tortoises\, wild edible plants\, insects\, both friend and foe\, and native plants will all be carefully studied in the natural habitat of The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in Clermont\, FL. \nThis fascinating series is open to students\, adults and nature lovers of all ages. Cost is $10 each per session for members of The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail (www.scrubjaytrail.org) and $15 each per session for non-members. \nTime: 10:30am – 12:300pm\nLocation: 11490 Montevista Road\, Clermont\, FL \nThe 2019 BioBlitz schedule:\nOctober 26\nNovember 9\nDecember 14 \nClass sizes will be kept to a minimum\, so early registration is suggested.\nFor registration or details call 352-429-5566 or e-mail at www.scrubjaytrail.org \nhttps://www.meetup.com/Florida-Scrub-Jay-Trail/events/263063832/
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/nature-bioblitz-series-clermont-2/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191011T130000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190919T142612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T142612Z
UID:11329-1570784400-1570798800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Duette Butterfly Count (Duette)
DESCRIPTION:Moths\, caterpillars\, and butterflies oh my! Join us for the fifth annual Duette Butterfly Count\, and volunteer to keep track of butterfly biodiversity at our largest preserve. Bring your camera\, guide books\, and sense of adventure for a day out in the wild blue yonder studying these fascinating fliers. Start your very own butterfly checklist while learning how to identify native species. Program is suitable for volunteers 16 and older. Please let us know if you would like to attend by emailing michelle.leahy@mymanatee.org or calling 941-742-5923 ext. 6035 to register. Duette Preserve.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/duette-butterfly-count-duette/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190806T162439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T162439Z
UID:10169-1570698000-1570705200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Shorebird Walk at Matanzas Inlet (St. Augustine)
DESCRIPTION:Join Peggy as we walk the shore of Matanzas Inlet looking for Plovers\, Skimmers\, Gulls\, Red Knots\, and Terns. \nMeet at Matanzas Inlet Riverside parking lot\, A1A South\, just before the Matanzas Inlet Bridge on the west (right) side of the road. Wear comfortable walking shoes. \nBring sunscreen\, hat\, binoculars\, water\, and an eagerness to look for unusual birds in the area. Let’s help Peggy with her data collection efforts on the birds that frequent this Critical Wildlife Area designated by the FWC. \nhttps://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-GLEtpZEn/events/fmshfryznbnb/
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/shorebird-walk-at-matanzas-inlet-st-augustine-2/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190820T150746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T150746Z
UID:10525-1569060000-1569067200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:EagleWatch Training (Jacksonville)
DESCRIPTION:Audubon EagleWatch\, one of Audubon’s premier community science programs\, deploys boots on the ground and eyes in the field to monitor and protect Florida’s Bald Eagles. With over 1\,500 nesting pairs in our state\, this team of volunteers spans 42 counties monitoring more than 600 nests. \nAudubon EagleWatchers collect important data on nesting eagles in Florida including productivity\, active nest locations and possible disturbances or threats to nesting activities.The program engages volunteers and individuals to help protect our nation’s symbol. \nIf you would like to become an “EagleWatcher” with Audubon’s EagleWatch program\, register to attend the upcoming training session. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED! REGISTER AT:\nwww.eaglewatchflorida.org/training_registration.html
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/eaglewatch-training-jacksonville/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T123000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190806T161820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T161820Z
UID:10159-1568457000-1568464200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Nature BioBlitz Series (Clermont)
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Expert and Author to Lead Nature BioBlitz Series at\nThe Florida Scrub-Jay Trail \nJoin us 10:30am-12:30pm as we enjoy a guided tour of B.B.Brown’s Gardens at the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in search of butterflies and other hidden gems. \nButterfly expert Dr. Marc Minno will continue his series of workshops in Clermont\, FL\, with his new schedule for the remainder of 2019. \nFive monthly\, 2-hour sessions are designed to increase our awareness of the natural world around us. By sharpening our powers of observation and interpretation\, we will see nature in a new light by observing the things that are “hidden in plain sight.” \nButterfly surveys will allow us to track monarchs and other butterflies. We’ll learn what plants we should put in our gardens to attract butterflies and birds. Gopher Tortoises\, wild edible plants\, insects\, both friend and foe\, and native plants will all be carefully studied in the natural habitat of The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail in Clermont\, FL. \nThis fascinating series is open to students\, adults and nature lovers of all ages. Cost is $10 each per session for members of The Florida Scrub-Jay Trail (www.scrubjaytrail.org) and $15 each per session for non-members. \nTime: 10:30am – 12:300pm\nLocation: 11490 Montevista Road\, Clermont\, FL \nThe 2019 BioBlitz schedule:\nSeptember 14\nOctober 26\nNovember 9\nDecember 14 \nClass sizes will be kept to a minimum\, so early registration is suggested.\nFor registration or details call 352-429-5566 or e-mail at www.scrubjaytrail.org \nhttps://www.meetup.com/Florida-Scrub-Jay-Trail/events/263063822/
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/nature-bioblitz-series-clermont/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190627T163459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T164328Z
UID:9626-1562835600-1562842800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Shorebird Walks at Matanzas Inlet (St Augustine)
DESCRIPTION:Join Peggy as we walk the shore of Matanzas Inlet looking for Plovers\, Skimmers\, Gulls\, Red Knots\, and Terns. Meet at Matanzas Inlet Riverside parking lot\, A1A South\, just before the Matanzas Inlet Bridge on the west (right) side of the road. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Bring sunscreen\, hat\, binoculars\, water\, and an eagerness to look for unusual birds in the area. Let’s help Peggy with her data collection efforts on the birds that frequent this Critical Wildlife Area designated by the FWC. \nWear comfortable shoes for walking on the beach. Binoculars\, scopes\, cameras\, and bird books are very handy.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/shorebird-walks-at-matanzas-inlet/
LOCATION:Matanzas Inlet\, West Parking Lot\, 8655 A1A S\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32080\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip,Walk/Hike
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190706T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190627T164127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T164224Z
UID:9631-1562400000-1562410800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Scrub-Jay Trail Orientation (Clermont)
DESCRIPTION:A free orientation is offered on the first Saturday of each month from 8am-11am. \nThis is an opportunity for newcomers to get oriented with The Florida Scrub-Jay. \nGet to know the history of the bird\, where it is and where it is going if we do not protect and restore its habitat. See a family of scrub-jays and learn what kind of habitat they prefer to live in. These curious birds are on many “Life Lists” and people come from all over the world to see Florida’s only endemic bird. Take an active or passive role in restoring their habitat as we walk\, view and dig into the ground and learn how to restore a section of the trail. This 3 hour introduction to the Florida Scrub-Jay is designed for the beginner to experienced birder. \nFor more information please call 352-429-5566 or e-mail info@scrubjaytrail.org .
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/9631/
LOCATION:Florida Scrub-Jay Trail\, 11490 Montevista Rd\, Clermont\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Volunteer,Walk/Hike
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190302T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181213T173015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T173015Z
UID:7888-1551513600-1551524400@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Scrub-Jay Trail Orientation (Clermont)
DESCRIPTION:A free orientation is offered on the first Saturday of each month from 8am-11am. \nThis is an opportunity for newcomers to get oriented with The Florida Scrub-Jay. \nGet to know the history of the bird\, where it is and where it is going if we do not protect and restore its habitat. See a family of scrub-jays and learn what kind of habitat they prefer to live in. These curious birds are on many “Life Lists” and people come from all over the world to see Florida’s only endemic bird. Take an active or passive role in restoring their habitat as we walk\, view and dig into the ground and learn how to restore a section of the trail. This 3 hour introduction to the Florida Scrub-Jay is designed for the beginner to experienced birder. \nFor more information please call 352-429-5566 or e-mail info@scrubjaytrail.org.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/scrub-jay-trail-orientation-clermont/
LOCATION:Florida Scrub-Jay Trail\, 11490 Montevista Rd\, Clermont\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Volunteer,Walk/Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190215T140000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181213T171323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T195659Z
UID:7880-1550221200-1550239200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Birding by kayak on the Silver River with Marion Audubon Society (Silver Springs)
DESCRIPTION:Join Marion Audubon Society and Sandhill chapter FTA for birding by kayak on the Silver River. \nMeet at Silver Springs State Park (Main Entrance) Kayak Launch at 9:00 a.m. You may rent your kayak at the kayak concession table and pay your launch fee as soon as you arrive. If you have your own kayak\, launch fee is $6 (includes admittance to state attraction after kayaking) and you must bring life vest with a whistle. You may drive on the circular drive right in front of the kayak launch\, drop off your kayak and then park your car in the parking lot. All kayakers are required to bring water\, tow rope attached to the front of your kayak\, sun hat\, lunch and a snack. Total time is four hours on the river. We will stop for a break at the ramp\, which has bathrooms and picnic tables\, two miles downstream. Total distance is four miles. \nWe need a volunteer to enter our birding results on the ebird app (https://ebird.org/). This app is free. \nFor more information on this trip and other events hosted by Marion Audubon\, please visit http://www.marioncountyaudubon.com/public_programs.htm.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/birding-by-kayak-on-the-silver-river-with-marion-audubon-society-silver-springs/
LOCATION:Silver Springs State Park\, 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL\, 34488\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip,Walk/Hike
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190219
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190107T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190107T184738Z
UID:8178-1550188800-1550534399@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count (Your backyard!)
DESCRIPTION:Launched in 1998 by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society\, the Great Backyard Bird Count was the first online citizen-science project to collect data on wild birds and to display results in near real-time. \nNow\, more than 160\,000 people of all ages and walks of life worldwide join the four-day count each February to create an annual snapshot of the distribution and abundance of birds. \nWe invite you to participate! For at least 15 minutes on one or more days of the count\, February 15-18\, 2019\, simply tally the numbers and kinds of birds you see. You can count from any location\, anywhere in the world\, for as long as you wish! \nClick here for more info on how to get started: http://gbbc.birdcount.org/get-started/
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/great-backyard-bird-count-your-backyard/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190202T110000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181213T165906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T180258Z
UID:7868-1549094400-1549105200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Winter Shorebird Survey (Palm Coast)
DESCRIPTION:Meet at Flagler Pier at 8am for this statewide citizen science survey. ****This survey is a great opportunity for beginners: at arrival\, you will be paired with a more experienced birder and provided with a photo sheet of the approx. 30 species we are searching for. Only shorebirds sitting on the beach are counted (no flying birds)\, so they’re easier to find and identify. Come work on your shorebirds!****\nAccessibility: walking on beach sand
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/winter-shorebird-survey-palm-coast/
LOCATION:FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Flagler Audubon Society":MAILTO:flagleraudubon@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190119T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181210T130144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T130144Z
UID:7775-1547884800-1547899200@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Jay Watch Scrub Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:We’re doing a joint workday with Audubon JayWatch volunteers to remove sand pines between two promising Scrub Jay territories at FWC Henscratch\, which will help the Scrub Jay families to expand. You can start at either 8 AM or 9 AM\, and afterwards we’ll be having a cookout! \nFor more information\, click here!
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/jay-watch-scrub-restoration-workday/
LOCATION:FWC Henscratch\, 3900 Grand Concourse\, Sebring\, 33875
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190105T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181213T161200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T161200Z
UID:7841-1546677000-1546689600@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Fifth Annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids (Green Cove Springs)
DESCRIPTION:CBC4Kids is a fun winter event to celebrate birds while engaging youth in real Citizen Science. The successful annual event promotes appreciation and awareness for birds and nature! \nCBC4Kids is a citizen science adventure\, designed for kids aged 8-16. Parents and their youngsters join birding team leaders in the fun of celebrating nature and the outdoors. After arriving\, participants are divided into teams and pass through “Binocular Boot Camp” orientation. These small working teams then head out with a short local winter bird list and bird guide in hand. \nYes\, there is something besides shopping during the holidays. Experience the wonder and beauty of birds in their winter habitats. Even in January\, our feathered friends can capture our imagination and desire to venture out and pursue their discovery. The sport of birding is legendary and the CBC4Kids offers a wholesome family-centered citizen science adventure. \nProgram: Wild Wonders Animal Show – where kids get a chance to learn and see other animals up close. \nThis event is for ages 8 and above. \nThis is a free event\, rain or shine. Tickets are limited to 50 kids. Please register children only at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-cbc-4-kids-tickets-50810466473. We will meet in the parking lot. \nCo-sponsored by Camp Chowenwaw\, Clay County Park Systems and Wild Birds Unlimited of Julington Creek. \nContact Debra Hill at 904-612-3780\, fldeb@ymail.com\, if you have questions.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/fifth-annual-christmas-bird-count-for-kids-green-cove-springs/
LOCATION:Camp Chowenwaw\, 1517 Ball Rd.\, Green Springs Cove\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip,Volunteer,Walk/Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Duval Audubon Society":MAILTO:duvalaudubon@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190106
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20190102T165550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T165550Z
UID:8102-1546646400-1546732799@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Tampa Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Tampa Christmas Bird Count. Contact Dave Bowman at dsbowman4@verizon.net if you’d be available to help in this area. For more information on the annual CBC\, visit https://www.audubon.org/conservation/science/christmas-bird-count. Out of town? As an alternative\, consider getting involved in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) organized by Audubon with the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. It takes place President’s Day weekend each February\, and you can count the birds each day in your backyard/community and then enter the results online.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/tampa-christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181229T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181229T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181126T181228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T181228Z
UID:7698-1546063200-1546084800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Camp Helen Monthly Species Count (Panama City Beach\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Meet us at the Camp Helen front gate at 6:00 am sharp. Although we typically finish birding about noon\, you can spend as much or as little time as you like. We sometimes divide our group to cover the north side of the park as well as the coastal areas. We appreciate any amount of time given to help document our avian friends. Bring binoculars\, scope [if you have one]\, water and snacks\, hat and sunscreen. If you would like to participate\, please contact Emily Ellis at lpca08@gmail.com
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/camp-helen-monthly-species-count-panama-city-beach-fl/
LOCATION:Camp Helen State Park\, 23937 Panama City Beach Pkwy\, Panama City Beach\, FL
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay County Audubon Society":MAILTO:baycountyaudubon@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181218
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181213T153335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181213T153335Z
UID:7825-1545004800-1545091199@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Marion Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Marion Audubon society is conducting the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count in Southwest Marion County on Monday morning\, December 17\, and is in need of volunteers and two pontoon boats to serve at various locations in SW Marion County. \nContact Judy Greenberg\, chairman Christmas Bird Count\, at judymg@gmail.com as soon as possible to volunteer to be a team leader and/or team member. \n2018 SW Marion Christmas Bird Count Date of Count: Monday\, December 17\, 2018\nCBC Happens Rain or Shine – No Rain Date!! Warm or Cold – We Count the Birds! \nGetting Organized\n• We like to list your team members: Team Member Updates by Monday\, Dec. 3rd\nMarion Audubon Society Contact: Judy Greenberg\, 352-871-1094\nProcess 2018 CBC\n2. Team Leaders receive Full Packet on Dec. 10\, 2018 – Forms by E-Mail\n3. Team Leader is responsible for assembling Team to include: Driver\, Bird\nSpotter & Tabulator/Recorder.\n4. Each Team is responsible for determining their logistics to best accomplish the\nbird count in their area: Start Time\, Meeting Location\, Lunch Breaks\, etc.\n5. Team Leader or designee Mails Completed Bird Count Forms to Larry Sutton by December 30\, 2018\n6. 2018 Forms sent by E-Mail:\na. Team Leader List – Updated with latest info.\nb. Species Checklist – Must Be Completed at End of Count and Mailed to\nLarry Sutton. Page 3 of Form must include Statistics about the count\nlocated on the right side of the page. Thank You.\nc. Taxonomy Field Checklist – One of 2 forms that can be used to record the\nbird counts during the count.\nd. Tally Sheet – An Alphabetical list of species that can be used to record\nthe bird counts during the count.\ne. Field Trip Waiver – Standard liability waiver used by Marion Audubon Society. Thank You.\nf. Rare Bird Form – Return Completed Form to Larry Sutton with the completed Species List. Marion Audubon Society will handle getting these to Bruce Anderson.\nCBC Circle: SW Marion – Team Leader List – October 27\, 2018 Area Information: Number – Name – Status (Covered or No Coverage)
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/marion-audubon-society-christmas-bird-count/
LOCATION:Marion County
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181217
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180828T135603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T135603Z
UID:7333-1544918400-1545004799@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count (Gainesville\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count\nSunday\, December 16th\, 2018\, all day \nContact Andy Kratter (kratter@flmnh.ufl.edu; 352-226-2462) or Bob Carroll (gatorbob23@yahoo.com; 352-281-3616) if you’re interested in participating in this all-day event. \nPlease sign up early. \nDifficulty: 3 (may involve elevation change\, uneven terrain\, and/or walking distances greater than two miles). \nFor more information\, check the website here.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/christmas-bird-count-gainesville-fl/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip,Walk/Hike
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181216
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20181126T180837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T180837Z
UID:7696-1544832000-1544918399@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Bay County Christmas Bird Count (Panama City\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:December 15\, 2018 119th Christmas Bird Count\nConsider participating in the 119th International Christmas Bird Count (CBC). Bay County Audubon has been participating in the CBC since 1954. This will be a particularly important year to get some idea concerning how hurricane Michael affected our local bird population both in terms of species and total counts. Your level of experience is not important. At the end of the day each  team will consolidate and report its initial findings at a post count dinner (location\, TBA). It is always a great deal of fun and a rewarding citizen science project. If you would like to participate contact Raya Pruner via text or email (raya.pruner@gmail.com) before December 10th.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/bay-county-christmas-bird-count-panama-city-fl/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay County Audubon Society":MAILTO:baycountyaudubon@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181216
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180814T130624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180814T130624Z
UID:6985-1544832000-1544918399@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:South County Christmas Bird Count (Pinellas County\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:South County Christmas Bird Count\nSaturday\, December 15th\, 2018\, all day \nThe Christmas Bird Count is one of the longest running citizen science projects.  Would you like to help the Clearwater Audubon Society count all of the birds in their area?  If so\, contact Don Margeson at 727-415-1371 to sign-up!   \nClearwater Audubon Society
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/south-county-christmas-bird-count-pinellas-county-fl/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Walk/Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Clearwater Audubon Society":MAILTO:cas@clearwateraudubonsociety.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181214T170000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180913T142818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T142818Z
UID:7528-1544774400-1544806800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count (Flagler County\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count\nFriday\, December 14th\, 2018\, 8:00AM-8:00PM \nJoin us in the 119th CBC\, the largest and longest running citizen science survey in the world! Teams of experienced birders are responsible for covering designated sections of the county. Must sign up to participate in advance. Contact flagleraudubon@gmail.com for more info. \nCheck out their Meet-Up Event.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/christmas-bird-count-flagler-county-fl/
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Field Trip,Volunteer,Walk/Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Flagler Audubon Society":MAILTO:flagleraudubon@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181111T113000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180913T141635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T141635Z
UID:7520-1541923200-1541935800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:I've Got An APP...for that Bird (Satellite\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:I’ve Got an APP…for that Bird\nSunday\, November 11th\, 2018\, 8:00AM-11:30AM \nItinerary\n0800 – 0815 Registration\, bagels\, birder chat\, connect devices to WiFi\n0815 – 0915 Classroom delivery of APP class and birding resources\n0915 – 0930 Travel to Gleason park and gather at the gazebo\n0930 – 1130 Hands-on skills application while birding around the park \nLocation\nClassroom Session:\nPINK Consulting\, 1300 Hwy A1A\, Suite 101\, Satellite Beach FL 32937 (Rochelle’s Office) \nField Trip / Hands-On Skills Practice:\nGleason Park\, 1233 Yacht Club Blvd\, Indian Harbour Beach\, FL 32937 \nWhat to Bring: Binoculars\, smart device w/APP’s installed or a laptop\, water bottle\nWhat’s Provided: Bagels\, coffee & tea\, instruction\nWhat’s Requested: We kindly request a voluntary tip contribution for the class leaders who are professional birders donating their time \nPlease join us for a day of learning and hands-on skills practice. We’ll start the day with classroom session that will include an overview of multiple birding APP’s and online resources. Following the instruction delivery we’ll travel to Gleason Park to practice our skills and experience hands-on application in the field. Instruction will be provided by Birding with David Simpson (Dee & David). \nHow to Prepare: To get the most out of the class\, it’s preferable you have the Audubon Bird Guide and Merlin Bird ID APP’s downloaded onto your device prior to the class. If you don’t prefer to use the APP’s you’re welcome to enjoy the education and join in the field trip. If you need help to install your APP’s please arrive a few minutes early and ensure you know your Apple (iTunes) or Google Play ID and password. \nContact Rochelle Hood at membership@spacecoastaudubon.org if you have any questions.  Or check out their website. \nPINK Consulting Office\n1300 Highway A1A Suite 101\nSatellite\, FL
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/ive-got-an-app-for-that-bird-satellite-fl/
LOCATION:PINK Consulting Office\, 1300 Hwy A1A\, Suite 101\, Satellite\, FL\, 32937\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip,Presentation
ORGANIZER;CN="Space Coast Audubon Society":MAILTO:membership@spacecoastaudubon.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181110T111500
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180828T193921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T193921Z
UID:7410-1541837700-1541848500@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Guana Sea Watch Field Trip (Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Guana Sea Watch Field Trip\nSaturday\, November 10th\, 2018 \nJoin Duval and St. Johns County Audubon Societies for some great birding at the observation platform at GTMNERR’s (Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve) North Beach Access. We’ll scan the ocean for pelagic species\, ducks and anything else that flies/floats by. We should have good looks at Northern Harrier\, (possible) Peregrine Falcon\, Osprey\, wading birds (Egrets and Herons)\, overwintering ducks\, such as Scaup\, Pintail\, Coots and Teal. Off shore has the possibility of Jaegers\, Scoters\, Willets and “peeps”\, Terns and Gulls. \nThere is very little walking and the trip is a great opportunity for learning and teaching each other about our winter species. This site gives excellent views of the lake on the west side of the road as well. Great for birders of all levels and experience. The only walking necessary is climbing the stairs from the parking lot and to the platform. There are portalet facilities in the parking lot. \nBring binoculars\, a spotting scope (if you have one) and a friend! \nParking is $3 per vehicle\, exact change needed. Gate doesn’t open until 800 a.m. \nLocation: North Beach Access Parking lot\, located approximately 7 miles north of the Gate Gas Station on A1A and the GTMNERR main entrance. \nFor more information\, please check out this website. \nGuana River State Park\n131 Old Ponte Vedra Drive\nPonte Vedra Beach\, FL
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/guana-sea-watch-field-trip-ponte-vedra-beach-fl/
LOCATION:Guana River State Park North Beach Parking\, 131 Old Ponte Vedra Drive\, Ponte Vedra Beach\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip,Walk/Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Duval Audubon Society":MAILTO:duvalaudubon@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180813T175505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T175505Z
UID:6948-1537610400-1537617600@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:EagleWatch Training (Jacksonville\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:EagleWatch Training\nSaturday\, September 22nd\, 2018 from 10:00AM-12:00PM\nClick here for the Meet-Up event! \nThis year’s EagleWatch training for NE Florida will take place at the Deerwood Country Club in Jacksonville. There will be new training materials and an opportunity to meet some of Audubon Florida’s EagleWatch program managers\, county volunteer coordinators\, and other EagleWatchers. \nOnce you sign up\, your name will be given to the gatehouse for entrance into the country club. This is always a lovely event\, so please join us. \nTo sign up for training\, go to: \nhttp://www.eaglewatchflorida.org/training_registration.html \n(You cannot sign up for training on the Meetup page) \nDeerwood Country Club\n10239 Golf Club Drive\nJacksonville\, FL
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/eaglewatch-training-jacksonville-fl/
LOCATION:Deerwood Country Club\, 10239 Golf Club Drive\, Jacksonville\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180913T124052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180913T124052Z
UID:7515-1537606800-1537617600@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:National Public Lands Day (Ocala\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:National Public Lands Day – Cross Florida Greenway\nSaturday\, September 22nd\, 2018 at 9:00AM-12:00PM \nJoin DEP and FWC for National Public Lands Day at the Cross Florida Greenway!   \nCelebrate National Public Lands Day at the Cross Florida Greenway! Join Rangers and volunteers in cleaning up trash and cutting off invasive Natal Grass seeds and removing plants so they don’t spread into the Scrub Jay habitat.  \nPlease arrive before the start time and meet under the pavilion at 49th Ave Trailhead. You will want to wear long pants\, closed toe shoes\, and have a hydration pack or water bottle and gloves. If you are sensitive to the sun/bugs wear a hat\, long sleeve shirt and bring bug spray. If you have a nice sharp pair of scissors or small shovel/garden trowel please bring those too. We will have some water\, gloves\, bug spray\, garbage bags\, zip lock bags\, and an AED and first aid kit. This is a very sunny and sandy area where we have a lot of families of Scrub Jays!  \nFor more information\, please check out the event listing here. \nCross Florida Greenway – 49th Ave Trailhead\n12555 SW 49th Ave\nOcala\, FL 34476
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/national-public-lands-day-ocala-fl/
LOCATION:Cross Florida Greenway – 49th Ave Trailhead\, 12555 SW 49th Ave\, Ocala\, FL\, 34476\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Volunteer,Walk/Hike
ORGANIZER;CN="Florida State Parks-Cross Florida Greenway":MAILTO:bre.ximenes@floridadep.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T203000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180827T164531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180827T164531Z
UID:7239-1537470000-1537475400@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Chasing Warblers (Orlando\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Chasing Warblers\nThursday\, Saturday 20th\, 2018\, 7:00PM-8:30PM \nAmerica’s small\, hyperactive wood warblers are among the most sought after birds for birders\, as they are colorful and have distinctive songs. Central Florida birder and photographer Frank Salmon caught the ‘warbler bug’ at the Orlando area’s birding hot spot Mead Botanical Garden. He says\, “it’s these guys that get me out of bed at 5am. I won’t be satisfied until I see every species in North America.”\nFrank has enjoyed the Magee Marsh warbler mecca in Ohio in May when warblers are migrating north from their South American wintering grounds. He visits Fort DeSoto Park\, Florida’s spring warbler fallout site\, and in Arizona has climbed a peak to photograph the Red-faced Warbler\, located the vagrant Rufous-capped Warbler\, traveled to Mt. St. Helens for other western species\, and photographed tropical species in the Bahamas and Costa Rica.\nFrank has most recently photographed endangered songbirds in Hawaii\, all using eBird to find the best spots and rarities. In this presentation\, he will tell us about his adventures chasing warblers and how eBird helps. This is a not-to-be-missed talk. Frank’s photography can be seen on his FLICKR site. Join us September 20th at 7:00 p.m. \nCheck out the Meet-Up for more information. \nHarry P. Leu Gardens\n1920 North Forest Ave\nOrlando\, FL
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/chasing-warblers-orlando-fl/
LOCATION:Harry P. Leu Gardens\, 1920 North Forest Ave\, Orlando\, FL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Presentation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T120000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180822T165807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T165807Z
UID:7197-1537171200-1537185600@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Highland County's Water Birds (Sebring\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Highland County’s Water Birds\nMonday\, September 17th\, 2018\, 8:00AM-12:00PM \nCome out to learn about Highland County’s Water Birds! Presented by Dr. Raoul Boughton\, an assistant professor at UF Range Cattle Research and Education Center.\n8:00AM-9:30AM: Lecture\n9:30AM-12:00PM: Birdwatching at Lake Istokpoga \nPurchase your ticket here.
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/highland-countys-water-birds-sebring-fl/
LOCATION:Bert J. Harris Agriculture Civic Center\, 4509 West George Boulevard\, Sebring\, FL\, 33875\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip,Presentation,Walk/Hike
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180505T140000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20180427T143746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180427T143746Z
UID:5714-1525507200-1525528800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Global Big Day Adventure in Everglades National Park (Homestead\, FL)
DESCRIPTION:Global Big Day in Everglades National Park\nMay 5th at 8:00am \nMeet Ranger Bob Showler to look for birds at various points of interest along the Main Park Road of Everglades National Park\, between the Royal Palm Visitor Center and Flamingo.  Be prepared to drive your own car about 100 miles round-trip (no fuel available in the park) and bring water\, sun protection\, insect protection\, lunch\, and binoculars (if you have them; loaner binoculars also available).  Meet at the Royal Palm Visitor Center\, about two miles past the Main Entrance to Everglades National Park\, at 8:00 a.m.; program will last about six hours.  We will be walking up to 1/2 mile or more at certain stops. \nEverglades National Park\n40001 State Road 9336\nHomestead\, FL 33034\n(305) 242-7700
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/global-big-day-adventure-in-everglades-national-park-homestead-fl/
LOCATION:Everglades National Park\, 40001 State Road 9336\, Homestead\, FL\, 33034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171102T150000
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20171018T195137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171018T195137Z
UID:5098-1509613200-1509634800@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Duette Preserve Butterfly Count
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third annual Duette Butterfly Count\, and volunteer to keep track of butterfly biodiversity at our largest preserve. Bring your camera\, guide books\, and sense of adventure for a day out in the wild blue yonder studying these fascinating fliers. Start your very own butterfly checklist while learning how to identify native species. In partnership with the Wings Over Florida Butterfly Program. Program is suitable for volunteers 16 and older.  \nPlease contact Michelle Leahy 941-742-5923 ext. 6035 to register or email Michelle.Leahy@mymanatee.org
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/duette-preserve-butterfly-count/
LOCATION:Duette Preserve\, 2649 Rawls Road\, Duette\, FL\, 34219\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170522
DTSTAMP:20240322T034946
CREATED:20170315T152932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T152932Z
UID:4503-1495065600-1495411199@floridabirdingtrail.com
SUMMARY:Florida Native Plant Society Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration opening soon! \nThe 37th Annual Conference of the Florida Native Plant Society will be held in the heart of Florida\, and central to the largest river restoration project in the world! The Kissimmee River restoration\, a joint project by the US Army Corps of Engineers and the South Florida Water Management District\, is designed to restore the complex relationships between land\, wildlife\, water and climate that were torn apart when the river was channelized in 1962. Before channelization\, the river was a haven for native plants and wildlife\, but afterwards many species of birds\, fish and plants were lost\, creating havoc on our economy and our environment. The restoration project to restore the river to its natural path is nearly half complete\, and already  much of the original flora and fauna have returned and the water quality is improving. \nThis year’s conference addresses those connections that are so important to the Kissimmee River Basin and beyond. What can we learn from the negative impact of the channelization\, and the surprisingly quick recovery that has followed the restoration? What more needs to be done?  How can the lessons learned in the Kissimmee River Basin be applied to other areas of Florida\, the country and the world?
URL:https://floridabirdingtrail.com/event/florida-native-plant-society-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Westgate River Ranch\, 3200 River Ranch Blvd.\, River Ranch\, FL\, 33867\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Education,Presentation,Statewide
ORGANIZER;CN="Florida Native Plant Society":MAILTO:info@fnps.org
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