Description: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an Important Bird Area, part of the Atlantic Flyway for bird migration, is one of the gateway sites for the Great Florida Birding Trail, and is a Ramsar designated Wetland of International Importance. Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with one of our naturalists guiding you to look for birds. Learn about ...
Jan. 29 (Tues.), 7 p.m. Mike Weisensee and Leslie Brown will present a bird ID seminar in the Venice Audubon Center on Annex Rd., Venice. The presentation covers six species of herons, four egrets and two bitterns. It was developed to help new people get into the wonderful world of Florida birding. It is an interactive PowerPoint presentation that will ...
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive Friday, February 1st, 2019, 7:30AM-4:00PM Meet for carpooling at Int'l Square - East of I-95 on Int'l Speedway Blvd behind Krystal. We will travel to the Lake Apopka Restoration Area and drive the dike roads. Pack water, lunch, snacks. Bring hat and sunscreen. Be prepared for some walking. For more information, please check out this website.
Moccasin Lake Nature Park Bird Walk Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 at 8:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for the monthly bird walk at Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Clearwater Audubon Society Moccasin Lake Nature Park 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater, FL 33759
Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6 Driving Bird Tour 2019 February 2, 16, 17, 18 March 9, 23 April 13, 27 May 11, 25 September 14 October 12 November 9, 23 December 14, 28 (Christmas Bird Count, teams start at 7:00AM) Through a partnership with Hendry-Glades Audubon, the South Florida Water Management District will offer to the public escorted birding trips to ...
Raptor Fest at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 from 10:00AM-4:00PM Come out to Boyd Hill Nature Preserve as they celebrate birds of prey! Admission is free to this cool event. Check out trained raptors as they fly free during a show. Presentations will feature Florida's native owl species. And much more!
Sunday February 3rd is the third of Orange Audubon Society's three Birds of Prey field trips at the Lake Apopka Restoration Area. Bob Sanders, a raptor expert, leads these field trips to enhance a birder’s ability to identify raptors using a holistic approach and further the appreciation of these fascinating birds. Cost day is $5 for members and $10 for ...
Join us for the first of two of Brett Moyer's Birding 101 field trips at Fort Mose, which will follow his January 15 talk at our monthly meeting. Fort Mose has a lovely boardwalk where woodstorks, egrets and herons can be found, as well as a nice meadow for finding songbirds. This event is especially geared toward beginning birders, but ...
Clearwater Audubon Society Monthly Meeting Monday, February 4th, 2019 at 6:30PM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for their monthly meeting. This month's talk will be "Barn Owls, Nature's Mousetrap" with Dr. Richard Raid. Frequently called "one of the most beneficial birds on earth," Rick will describe the biology of Barn Owls and detail ongoing efforts to enhance their populations in ...
Description: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an Important Bird Area, part of the Atlantic Flyway for bird migration, is one of the gateway sites for the Great Florida Birding Trail, and is a Ramsar designated Wetland of International Importance. Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with one of our naturalists guiding you to look for birds. Learn about ...
It's almost time for the 2019 Birds of a Feather Fest – Feb. 7-10 in beautiful Palm Coast, Florida! With more than 125 miles of hiking, biking and walking trails, miles of coastline, varied habitats and more than 200 identified species, Flagler County is a birder's paradise. Few places offer as many wonderful opportunities to enjoy nature while being so ...
Are you interested in learning more about our local birds and conservation issues? Flagler Audubon Society is happy to help! Except for Oct & Nov (2nd Thursdays), all educational programs will be held on the 1st Thursday of the month. You'll find us at our NEW location, meeting rooms 114 & 115 at the Palm Coast Community Center at 305 ...
Fort King National Historic Landmark Park Walk Friday, February 8th, 2019 at 8:30AM Join the Marion County Audubon for a walk around Fort King National Historic Landmark Park to see what birds are around. Check out their Meet-Up group to register for walks and programs (https://www.meetup.com/Marion-Audubon-Society/). Meet in front of the Visitor's Center at 8:30am. 3825 E. Fort King St. ...
Birding Basics – A fun and informative class designed to help participants identify the birds in everyday life. This workshop is geared toward the beginning birder and explores the use of a birds’ plumage, shape, behavior and habitat to recognize various species. The most effective use of binoculars and field guides also will be covered. During the second part of ...
Preschoolers in the Parks: Sea Turtles Friday, February 8th, 2019, 11:00AM Educational nature-based activities for children between the ages of 3-5. Programs are free and open to the public. Ponce Preserve 4401 S. Peninsula Ponce Inlet, FL 32127 Call Amy Z. to register: (386) 236-2163
Three Sisters Spring Bird Walk Saturday, February 9th, 2019 at 7:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for a trip to Three Sisters Spring to look for winter warblers and birds, Eastern Bluebirds, woodpeckers, and manatees. Meet at the Walgreens at the corner of US-19 and Curlew Rd. on the southwest corner at 7:00AM. We will be carpooling, so please bring ...
Croom Rd., Brooksville Bird Walk Sunday, February 10th, 2019 at 9:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society to search for Red-cockaded Woodpeckers and Bachman's Sparrows on Croom Rd. in Brooksville. We will be meeting at 5:00AM at Walgreens at the corner of US-19 and Curlew Rd. on the southwest corner. Clearwater Audubon Society
Description: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an Important Bird Area, part of the Atlantic Flyway for bird migration, is one of the gateway sites for the Great Florida Birding Trail, and is a Ramsar designated Wetland of International Importance. Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with one of our naturalists guiding you to look for birds. Learn about ...
Orlando Wetlands Park Bird Walk Friday, February 15th, 2019, 7:30AM-2:00PM A 2 to 3 mile walk around the impoundments at this water treatment facility. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen and sun protection a must. There is no shade at this sight. Terrain is flat, sometimes wet after rain. Waterfowl, herons and other waders are the stars at this sight. Over 220 bird ...
Honeymoon Island State Park Bird Walk Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at 8:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for the bird walk at Honeymoon Island State Park to see shorebirds and owl and eagle nests. Meet behind the McDonald's on the corner of Curlew and US-19 at 8:00AM. Clearwater Audubon Society Honeymoon Island State Park 1 Causeway Blvd. Dunedin, FL 34968
Emerson Point Preserve/Madira Bickel Mound Bird Walk Saturday, February 16th, 2019, 8:00AM-11:00AM Join the St. Petersburg Audubon Society for a walk at Emerson Point Preserve/Madira Bickel Mound. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early, so that the field trip can start on time. All field trips are free, however parks may charge an entrance fee. All locations that the ...
Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6 Driving Bird Tour 2019 February 16, 17, 18 March 9, 23 April 13, 27 May 11, 25 September 14 October 12 November 9, 23 December 14, 28 (Christmas Bird Count, teams start at 7:00AM) Through a partnership with Hendry-Glades Audubon, the South Florida Water Management District will offer to the public escorted birding trips to Stormwater ...
Marion Audubon Society has invited Jonathan Elmquist, University of Florida - Entomology & Nematology Dept. to talk about Florida native Bees. Meetup event here.
Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6 Driving Bird Tour 2019 February 17, 18 March 9, 23 April 13, 27 May 11, 25 September 14 October 12 November 9, 23 December 14, 28 (Christmas Bird Count, teams start at 7:00AM) Through a partnership with Hendry-Glades Audubon, the South Florida Water Management District will offer to the public escorted birding trips to Stormwater Treatment ...
Stormwater Treatment Area 5/6 Driving Bird Tour 2019 February 18 March 9, 23 April 13, 27 May 11, 25 September 14 October 12 November 9, 23 December 14, 28 (Christmas Bird Count, teams start at 7:00AM) Through a partnership with Hendry-Glades Audubon, the South Florida Water Management District will offer to the public escorted birding trips to Stormwater Treatment Area ...
Description: Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary is an Important Bird Area, part of the Atlantic Flyway for bird migration, is one of the gateway sites for the Great Florida Birding Trail, and is a Ramsar designated Wetland of International Importance. Experience the sights and sounds of the awakening swamp with one of our naturalists guiding you to look for birds. Learn about ...
Tuscawilla Park Wednesday, February 20th, 2019 at 8:30AM Join the Marion County Audubon for a walk at Tuscawilla Park to see what birds are around. Check out their Meet-Up group to register for walks and programs (https://www.meetup.com/Marion-Audubon-Society/). Meet at the picnic table across from the Discovery Center at 8:30am. 829 NE Sanchez Ave Ocala, FL 34470
Beginning Birding Friday, February 22nd, 2019, 8:00AM Friday, March 15th, 2019, 8:00AM Friday, April 26th, 2019, 8:00AM Join the Hernando Audubon Society for their Beginning Birding program. Learn to identify birds at feeders and during a short walk. Binoculars and field guides will be available for use. Check out this website for more. For more information, please contact Linda, 352-428-2629, ...
Brooker Creek's New Bike Trail Bird by Bike or Walk Saturday, February 23rd, 2019 at 8:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for a trip to the Brooker Creek's New Bike Trail Area to bird by bike or walking. Meet at the corner of Lora Lane off of Keystone Rd. and Quail Forest Drive at 8:00AM. Clearwater Audubon Society
It’s for the birds! During this event, families and young folks will be looking for the birds, to be precise, they will be taking part in the second Birding4Kids in Lake County. Bird watching is one of the fastest growing outdoor activities—enjoyed by young and old. But if you aren’t a birder, how do you get started? Under the guidance ...
Moccasin Lake Nature Park Bird Walk Saturday, March 2nd, 2019 at 8:00AM Join the Clearwater Audubon Society for the monthly bird walk at Moccasin Lake Nature Park. Clearwater Audubon Society Moccasin Lake Nature Park 2750 Park Trail Lane Clearwater, FL 33759
A free orientation is offered on the first Saturday of each month from 8am-11am. This is an opportunity for newcomers to get oriented with The Florida Scrub-Jay. Get 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 ...
Three sessions: Dates: March 2, 9, & 16, 2019 Orange Audubon Society’s (OAS) Bob Sanders will teach a Beginners’ Bird Watching Class this spring. An “outdoor” classroom session and mini-field trip on March 3rd at Orlando Wetlands Park (OWP) are followed by two field sessions on March 10th and 17th at OWP and Lake Jesup, respectively. All sessions are 8:30 ...