Moccasin Lake Nature Park
Clearwater Audubon Society The Florida Herb
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The local chapter of the National
Audubon Society conducts field trips
to Florida’s natural areas, supports local
environmental education efforts and
sponsors environmental educators to
Audubon training centers. Everyone is
welcome.
• Mon., Jan. 7, Feb. 4, Mar. 4, Apr. 1
• 6:30-9 p.m.
• clearwateraudubonsociety.org
• A suggested donation of $1/person
per meeting is appreciated.
Bird Walks
Take a guided hike on Moccasin Lake’s
nature trail while seeking birds by sight
and sound. Bring binoculars and field
guides, if you have them.
• Sat., Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 2, Apr. 6
• Moccasin Lake Environmental
Education Center
• Meet in parking lot by 8 a.m.
• Free
Dr. Lynn’s Birding Basics Series
Join us for a birding beginner’s
program series, designed for families
with children ages 8 and older (must
be accompanied by an adult). Come to
one or all; programs are free.
Birding 101
Your introduction to the fastest
growing hobby worldwide. Get started
in bird identification.
• Sat., Feb. 23
• 10:30 a.m.
Birds in Classical Music
This unique program will demonstrate
how and why musicians used bird
themes in classical music.
• Sat., Mar. 30
• 10:30 a.m.
Shorebirds of Florida’s West Coast
Everyone likes the beach, and so do
birds. Learn the common and notso
common birds you find along our
gorgeous shoreline.
• Sat., Apr. 27
• 10:30 a.m.
National Bird Day Celebration with
Clearwater Audubon Society
Join us and learn how you can help
birds. There will be a live bird exhibit.
• Sat., Jan. 5
• 10 a.m.-noon
Books ‘n’ Birds
Enjoy nature book reading, see a live
owl and have some refreshments.
• Sat., Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Apr. 20
• 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Love Birds Night Out
Kids celebrate Valentine's Day with
Jozie the Barn Owl and the Clearwater
Audubon Society’s youth ambassadors
and volunteers while parents enjoy a
night out.
• Thu., Feb. 14
• 6-9 p.m.
• $20 per child
• Ages 6-11 are welcome
• Registration is required by calling
798-2385
Celebrate World Wildlife Day
The Clearwater Audubon Society will
host this live bird exhibit and program.
• Sun., Mar. 3
• 1-3 p.m.
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day
The Clearwater Audubon Society will
host this live bird exhibit and program
• Sun., May 11
• 10 a.m.-noon
Society
Bring herb cuttings, seeds and plants
to swap along with your favorite herbal
delight to add to the tasting and herbal
swap tables.
• Tue., Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 19,
Apr. 16
• 6:30-9 p.m.
• Registration and herbal swap starts
at 6:30 p.m.
• Meeting starts at 6:45 p.m.
• thefloridaherbsociety.weebly.com
• info@floridaherbsociety.com
• $1 suggested donation per session
Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc.
Guest speakers share their expertise
on certain reptile and amphibian
breeds on a monthly basis; some bring
live animals. Learn fascinating facts
on husbandry and diet to threats of
extinction and how to protect these
animals. The group offers presentations
with live reptiles and amphibians to
schools, clubs, etc., teaching responsible
pet ownership, conservation and
preservation through education.
• Sat., Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 23,
Apr. 27
• 6-8 p.m.
• $1 suggested donation per person
• kingsnake.com/suncoastherpsociety
• Call 942-6700 or 479-7676 or
email suncoastherpsociety@gmail.
com
Tampa Bay Turtle & Tortoise
Society
The Tampa Bay Turtle & Tortoise
Society assists in conservation of
turtles and tortoises. Each month, a
speaker discusses topics that emphasize
education, conservation and proper
captive husbandry. The group also
conducts at least one field trip,
sometimes two, as a club.
• Sat., Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 9, Apr. 13
• 7-9 p.m.
• $1 suggested donation per session
• Call Ralph Till at 515-7443
Moccasin Lake Nature Park
/clearwateraudubonsociety.org
/thefloridaherbsociety.weebly.com
/suncoastherpsociety
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