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Make The Sun Work For You
Make The Sun Work For You
The class will touch on hobby uses for solar energy but will concentrate on residential uses including planning, design and installation of solar electric systems. You will learn about both thermal as well as electric solar energy.
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2018-2019 Outdoor Education Programs (SELF-GUIDED)
2018-2019 Outdoor Education Programs (SELF-GUIDED)
Polk's Nature Discovery Center will provide hands-on learning experiences in an outdoor setting that engage students in investigating the value of Polk County's natural resources.
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Early-Bird Walks at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Early-Bird Walks at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with a naturalist guiding you to look for birds.
Florida Coastal Mapping Program – Northeast Prioritization
Florida Coastal Mapping Program – Northeast Prioritization
The Florida Coastal Mapping Program is hosting a Seafloor Mapping Prioritization Workshop focusing on Northeast Florida. While registration is free, you must register to attend.
FWC Management of the Florida Lobster
FWC Management of the Florida Lobster
Get an inside look on the biology and life history of these interesting creatures, learn the management (rules, how population is sustained), and see what FWC doing to improve the fishery.
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Solar/Lunar Telescope Viewing
Solar/Lunar Telescope Viewing
See the Universe and Gaze at the Stars, led by the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association, families welcome.
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Weed Identification and Management
Weed Identification and Management
Join UF/IFAS for a workshop focusing on an integrated management approach to weed control based on proper weed identification.
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Songbird Sunrise at Brooker Creek Preserve
Songbird Sunrise at Brooker Creek Preserve
Bring your coffee and favorite folding chair to join a quiet sunrise listening experience!
Family Seining
Family Seining
Visitors will get the chance to pull a seine net through Guana Lake, collecting fish, crabs, shrimp and more, and then to learn about the animals and their roles in the habitat.
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2019 Everglades Invasive Species Summit
The Friends of ECISMA are hosting the 2019 Everglades Invasive Species Summit on July 17 in Davie.
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Sunset & Bioluminescence Kayak/Paddle Adventure
Sunset & Bioluminescence Kayak/Paddle Adventure
Catch the sunset behind the beautiful Miami skyline then watch the waters come alive as bio-luminescent plankton light up and delight spectators.
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Friends of Brooker Creek Return the Preserve Work Day
Friends of Brooker Creek Return the Preserve Work Day
Return The Preserve Work Days focus on areas within Brooker Creek Preserve where we can apply some hands-on help.
From Shore to Sea: Ecology Out At Sea – Day 3
From Shore to Sea: Ecology Out At Sea – Day 3
Learn about the ecology around us in the Florida Keys through interactive labs, discussions, and guided snorkel trips. This is the third day of a four-day series, but you can attend any day individually and still learn a lot!
Beach Exploration Day — Ponta Vedra
Beach Exploration Day — Ponta Vedra
This is a “Beaches 101” experience that the entire family will enjoy.
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Sunday Dragonfly Discovery Walk
Sunday Dragonfly Discovery Walk
Join local dragonfly expert Paul Trunk as we explore some of the habitats at BCP looking for dragonflies.
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TAMPA: Tampa Bay STEM Network Leading and Learning Academy
The two day conference is open to all K-12 educators and supporters and will feature a variety of keynote and concurrent sessions from academic, business and community partners.
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Creating Habitat in the Urban Landscape: Yards of Possibilities!
Creating Habitat in the Urban Landscape: Yards of Possibilities!
As Central Florida rapidly continues to urbanize it is important for us to create habitat for the flora and fauna that have been displaced. Birds of prey, songbirds, and native pollinators including bees and butterflies can all be compatible with the urban landscape.
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2019 UF/IFAS Livestock & Forages Field Day
2019 UF/IFAS Livestock & Forages Field Day
UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County is hosting a "Livestock and Forages Field Day" on July 25 in Alachua.
Adventure Awaits – Moth-ers Night Out at Jupiter Ridge Natural Area
Adventure Awaits – Moth-ers Night Out at Jupiter Ridge Natural Area
FREE EVENT: Learn about and monitor moths at Jupiter Flatwoods Natural Area
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Fertilizing Effectively in Sandy Florida Soils
Fertilizing Effectively in Sandy Florida Soils
We are inviting all homeowners, Home Owner Association (HOA) professionals and yard enthusiasts to learn the best way to maintain their property while saving money and protecting our precious natural resources.
Se7en Wetlands Moths at Night
Se7en Wetlands Moths at Night
Collect moths and use the iNaturalist app to document them during this nighttime hike.
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ST. PETE: Weedon Walkabout
ST. PETE: Weedon Walkabout
Join us for a guided hike through the mangrove and upland ecosystems of Weedon Island Preserve.
Kayak for Free & Save our Seas!
Kayak for Free & Save our Seas!
Join the AlfrescoFun Kayak team on Saturday, July 27th and help us clean up and restore our shorelines and waterways with a free 1-hour rental for volunteers.
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BRONSON: Wildlife Photography Camp (Ages 8-12)
During this camp youth will learn basic photography concepts while learning more about the great outdoors.
Interpreting Data for Everyone: Teachers on the Estuary 2019
The GTM Research Reserve's invites you to participate in its Teacher on the Estuary Training (TOTE) for the summer of 2019!
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Zoom to the Moon! Hands-On STEM Activities with Science Made Fun
Zoom to the Moon! Hands-On STEM Activities with Science Made Fun
Blast off your own NERF rockets and make glow in the dark space mud with Science Made Fun! Limited space of up to 40 kids.
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