Monthly Meeting – John Groskopf
Zoom - Register to attend the zoom meetingJohn Groskopf, Sarasota’s top birder and renowned Florida rare bird spotter, talks about his adventures discovering local previously seldom-reported pelagic birds.
John Groskopf, Sarasota’s top birder and renowned Florida rare bird spotter, talks about his adventures discovering local previously seldom-reported pelagic birds.
Mary Heinlen (email) and Helen King will meet you at Siesta Key Beach in front of the pavilion with the American flag that is to the right as you enter the main parking lot. You will learn to ID shorebirds during a 1.5 mile walk in the sand and sun. Restrooms are available.
Members Meet and Greet - A way for our members to see each other face to face! Meet your board members and enjoy a short presentation by a local environmentalist. Light refreshments. Nov 20, Jan 15, Mar 19; 2-3:30 pm in the Nature Center.
There is a fee to enter park. Meet Cynthia Huesman (email Cynthia) and Rob Gonzalez at Lake Osprey Nature Center. Strive to find the endangered Florida Scrub Jay and other resident birds as we take a 1.5 mile walk on sandy trails, mainly in the sun. Restrooms at the Nature Center
There is a fee to enter park. Meet Cynthia Huesman (email Cynthia) and Rob Gonzalez at Lake Osprey Nature Center. Strive to find the endangered Florida Scrub Jay and other resident birds as we take a 1.5 mile walk on sandy trails, mainly in the sun. Restrooms at the Nature Center
Wingspan – Join us at the Nature Center at 12:30 pm. Learn about birds and their habitats, food, nests, etc., while playing a competitive game. Beginners welcome. RSVP to Lynn Jakubowicz (lynn234@verizon.net) Oct 2 &16, Nov 6 & 21, Dec 4 & 18, Jan 2 & 17, Feb 5 & 19, Mar 5 & 21,...
Kathryn Young (email) meet at Raymond Rd Boardwalk. Join Kathryn and other guest trip leaders to learn how to find birds by song, calls, ID, and habitats. Parking on side of road. Port-a-potty on site.
There is a fee to enter park. Meet Cynthia Huesman (email Cynthia) and Rob Gonzalez at Lake Osprey Nature Center. Strive to find the endangered Florida Scrub Jay and other resident birds as we take a 1.5 mile walk on sandy trails, mainly in the sun. Restrooms at the Nature Center
Kids’ Art Day - Saturday, November 30, and Saturday, March 22. Kids ages 3-12 are welcome to create a nature-themed project. 9 am
Sophia Haakman (email) Free for members, $10 for nonmembers (which will get you an annual membership in the FYBC). Meet at the Nature Center, 999 Center Road There will be a walk to Raymond Road boardwalk, looking for birds in the wetlands. 3 miles round trip in the sun.
After passing through the main entrance (SR-72), make the first right-hand turn and follow to the parking lot. Stu Wilson (512-897-8341) and Cathy Paris will lead you through the park, stopping along the main park road to find birds. Bring a lunch or buy one at the concession stand. Participants are free to drop off...
Wingspan – Join us at the Nature Center at 12:30 pm. Learn about birds and their habitats, food, nests, etc., while playing a competitive game. Beginners welcome. RSVP to Lynn Jakubowicz (lynn234@verizon.net) Oct 2 &16, Nov 6 & 21, Dec 4 & 18, Jan 2 & 17, Feb 5 & 19, Mar 5 & 21,...
Lynn Jakubowicz (email) meet at the Nature Center 999 Center Rd. Explore birds in the gardens and Palmer Boardwalk.
Wildlife rescuers will demonstrate basic rescue protocols and what we can do to help injured wildlife. Donations are requested to benefit Wildlife Rescue of SW Florida.
Helen King (850-556-2950) and Kathryn Young will escort you on a "birking" trip through Nathan Benderson Park. Birking is bicycling and birding. Meet at the playground parking lot (5851 Nathan Benderson Cir) with your own bicycle. We will ride slowly on paved paths for approximately 7 miles looking for an array of different birds. Restrooms...