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SUMMARY:Black Point Wildlife Drive Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, Fridays and Saturdays\, Feb 6- Mar 29\, 2025\n  \n\n\nBlack Point Wildlife Drive Bus Tour\nCost: $10 per person ($5 for America The Beautiful passholders and Merritt Island Wildlife Association members)\nCheck-In: Arrive at 9:40am to check in and pay at the Merritt Island NWR Contact Station trailer (look for Pink Flamingo statues).\nBoarding the Bus: After checking in\, please drive to Parrish Park (across the street from the Contact Station) to park and board the bus.\nQuestions: Call our welcome center at 321-861-0669 (Tues to Sat from 8am to 4pm) \nPick a Date and Register Here \nHop aboard our Nature Bus Tour to take in the beauty of local wildlife from the comfort of your seat. Your Naturalist guide will share background about Merritt Island NWR while providing highlights about wildlife seen along the journey. The Refuge is home to many species of migratory birds along with year round residents that include freshwater frogs\, turtles\, alligators\, and armadillos. Every day is different\, and you never know what you might see on Black Point Wildlife Drive because ‘wild’ is literally in the name.\nLogistics: The bus will make a stop for a restroom break approximately 1.25 hours into the tour. Our bus has limited accessibility; unfortunately\, the bus is not equipped for wheelchairs\, however we have space for walkers and canes. The tour includes use of loaner binoculars and wildlife identification resource guides. \n\n\n 
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SUMMARY:Fascinating Freshwater Mussels
DESCRIPTION:Bringing Back the Bivalves: Mussel Propagation and Recovery \nLake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge\, DeLeon Spring\, FL \nCost: Free (limited to 24 participants) \nhttps://bit.ly/freshwatermussels \nFreshwater mussels\, often called the “hidden gems” of aquatic ecosystems\, play a critical role in maintaining water quality and biodiversity. Florida is home to a diverse array of native freshwater mussels\, which are vital to aquatic ecosystems as filter feeders and indicators of water quality. Tony Brady\, Acting Project Leader at the US FWS Welaka National Fish Hatchery and co-author of Freshwater Mussel Propagation for Restoration\, will share challenges facing freshwater mussel populations and efforts being taken restore these vital organisms to their natural habitats. \nThis program will delve into the fascinating biology and ecology of freshwater mussels. Whether you’re a conservation professional\, a student\, or simply a nature enthusiast\, this program offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of freshwater mussels and enhance your appreciation for their importance. \nFollowing the classroom program\, the group will be invited to join a hike on the Refuge. The trail for the hike will be chosen based on weather conditions.  Register here. \nLogistics: \nWhat to bring: Refillable water bottle\, sun protection\, and insect repellent. Long pants and closed toed shoes are recommended for the Field Trip portion of the program. \nWhat’s provided: professional instruction\, water refill station\, snacks\, and door prizes. \nLogistics/Accessibility: Please meet at the classroom location (this is not the address Google/Apple Maps will take you to. It is a special access gate to park directly in front of the classroom). Classroom address: 4490 Grand Ave\, DeLeon Springs FL 32130. Please park in the limestone loop off to the right just past the building\, along the roadway (without blocking traffic)\, or in the staff parking area (just past the loop on the lefthand side). There is a handicap parking spot available in the classroom building. The classroom portion of the program is handicap accessible. \nThe Field Trip portion of the program will be on natural trails with roots and uneven surfaces. Restrooms are located inside the classroom and at the Nature Center/HQ building. There is a pit toilet near the trailhead. Depending on sightings the walking distance will vary (approximately .75 to 1.5 miles). The Nature Center will be open for workshop attendees to explore after the program. The Nature Center is located at: Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge\, 2045 Mud Lake Road\, DeLeon Spring\, FL 32130
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LOCATION:Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge Classroom\, 4490 Grand Ave\, DeLeon Springs\, FL\, 32130\, United States
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