Moccasin Lake Nature Park
Fall 49
Clearwater Audubon Society
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., Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2
• 6:30-9 p.m.
• clearwateraudubonsociety.org
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., Oct. 5, Nov. 2, Dec. 7
• Moccasin Lake Nature Park
• 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
This program provides an introduction
to a popular hobby. Get started in bird
identification.
• Sat., Oct. 26
• 10:30 a.m.
Birds of the Bible
Learn what birds are mentioned in
the Bible, why these specific birds are
listed, and the context in which they
are found.
• Sat., Nov. 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., Dec. 28
• 10:30 a.m.
The Florida Herb
Society
Bring herb cuttings, seeds and plants
to swap along with your favorite herbal
delight to add to the tasting and herbal
swap tables and then enjoy monthly
lectures and workshops.
• Tue., Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19,
Dec. 17
• 6:30-8:15 p.m.
• Registration and herbal swap start at
6:15 p.m.
• Meeting starts at 6:45 p.m.
• thefloridaherbsociety.weebly.com
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 and
teaches responsible pet ownership,
conservation and preservation through
education.
• Sat., Sept. 28, Oct. 26
• Sept. 28: “Alligator Attraction from
John’s Pass Village”
• Oct. 26: Michael McDonald,
“Tarantulas!”
• 6-8 p.m.
• 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., Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9
• 7-9 p.m.
• Call Ralph Till at 515-7443
Florida Native Plant Society
This group welcomes all who want to
learn about native plants and explore
natural areas.
• Wed., Sept. 4, Oct. 2, Nov. 6
• Sept. 4:The Nature of Plants: An
Introduction to How Plants Work
• Oct. 2: Native Florida Bromeliads
• Nov. 6: Photos & Stories from our
Gardens
• 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• pinellas.fnpschapters.org
Hukyu Bonsai Society
Learn the art and techniques of bonsai.
• Sat., Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9,
Dec. 14
• 10 a.m.-noon
• facebook.com/hukyubonsaisociety
Safety Harbor Gardening Club
There’s a lot to learn about gardening.
This group presents educational
programs on a variety of gardening
topics. For members, there are field
trips and other special programs.
• Wed., Sept. 18, Oct. 16. Nov. 20
• 10 a.m.-noon
• safetyharborgardenclub.weebly.com
Friends in Focus Photography Club
of Clearwater
Moccasin Lake is the home of
Friends in Focus Photography Club
of Clearwater. Enjoy presentations,
learning workshops, field trips and
more.
• Thu., Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 21,
Dec. 19
• Sept. 19: A European Travelogue
• Oct. 17: The Humorous Side of
Professional Photography
• Nov. 21: A Photographer’s Voyage
to Alaska
• Dec. 19: Looking Ahead to 2020
• 10 a.m.-noon
Moccasin Lake Nature Park
/clearwateraudubonsociety.org
/thefloridaherbsociety.weebly.com
/suncoastherpsociety
/pinellas.fnpschapters.org
/hukyubonsaisociety
/safetyharborgardenclub.weebly.com
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