In September 2021, the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserves kicked off a native plant pollinator garden project to demonstrate the importance and appeal of lagoon friendly landscaping. A year and a half later, the project has fostered community engagement through garden maintenance, bee and butterfly monitoring, as well as special projects and events. Join us to learn about the wildlife ...

At this free event join a guided hike or tram tour and learn about the scrub habitat while in search of scrub-jay sightings. Enjoy live music on the park stage; a photo contest exhibit; kids activities and games; food vendors; and family-friendly booths and exhibitors. A scrub-jay presentation will include a Q&A. OneBlood donation mobile will also be on-site.

Speaker: Lorraine Sulik-Morecraft - Avid birder, photographer and author Lorraine will be speaking about the joy of birding and the basics of creating a photo journal including her birding Big Year! Lorraine is the daughter of a professional photographer and has had a camera in her hands since a young age. She is married to a lifelong birder, Bob Morecraft ...

SPEAKER: Diane Goldberg - Conservation Chair, St. Lucie Audubon Society, Certified Florida Master Naturalist and Gardener. DESCRIPTION: Diane's presentation is about gardening with native plants and how they help to keep our water and waterways clean. They also help to mitigate climate changes and at the same time you can enjoy butterflies and birds in your own yard.

A four-day festival offering field and boat trips, presentations, keynotes, and a free nature expo of vendors and exhibits. Enjoy and learn from renowned professionals, experience peak migration, and shop unique products. Visit the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail booth while you're there!

Participate in field trips on the 20,000-acre Lake Apopka North Shore property and other Central Florida sites. Friday and Saturday night keynotes at Wekiwa Springs State Park with catered dinners are followed by owl and woodcock walks. Add to your life list while exploring a unique birding hotspot only 35–45 minutes from Orlando attractions. Photographers — fantastic shots await!