Join Will Johnson, regional eBird reviewer for Brevard, Volusia, and Indian River counties, for an interactive and wide-ranging discussion on how to make the most of eBird for reporting and tracking your bird observations, exploring the bird life in your area, and contributing to impactful citizen science. In this session we will place particular emphasis...
Join us for an engaging and interactive Warbler Identification Workshop, where we’ll focus on the warblers you’re most likely to encounter during Florida’s spring migration. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started, this workshop will help sharpen your birding skills and improve your ability to identify these colorful, fast-moving songbirds. Led by professional...
Annual Journey of the Swallow-tailed Kite: Breeding Requirements, Migration Route, and Winter Destinations Learn about Avian Research and Conservation Institute’s (ARCI) latest research on Swallow-tailed Kites. Find out what kites look for in a breeding territory, how they are one of North America’s most social raptors, and the challenges they face throughout the year as...
Brian Polk, former manager of De Leon Springs State Park, recently published a local history book titled, Lost in History—The Mayaca—Native People of West Volusia County, Florida. The Mayaca lived exclusively in West Volusia County for over 2,000 years. Their culture extended along the St. Johns River from the south side of Lake George to...
Join the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge for an Earth Day Scavenger Hunt on the Refuge. Bring your friends and prepare to solve puzzles and learn more about our habitats and their species. Puzzles can be picked up at the temporary contact station located at the entrance to West Gator Creek Road.
Celebrate Earth Day with fellow nature enthusiasts during our Dine to Donate Fundraiser. Dine in, pick up takeaway, or buy a pie to go. Village Inn will donate 10% of sales between 4pm to 9pm.
Join the volunteers and staff at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge for an Arbor Day Celebration at the Temporary Contact Station, located at West Gator Creek Road. We will learn about trees and the importance they play in Earth's ecosystems through interactive education tables and games.
The Brevard Backyard Beekeepers will be buzzing with activity at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County Center in Cocoa to celebrate all pollinators. The event is FREE to the public and is aimed to educate people of all ages about butterflies, honeybees and the global importance of pollinating insects. The event will feature: demonstrations and lectures...
Discover how ancient creatures from prehistoric times, unchanged by evolution since the age of dinosaurs, continue to thrive today, with some even found in your local environment. Participants gain insights into the resilience and adaptations of these "living fossils," fostering a deeper appreciation for Florida's rich natural history. Following the classroom presentation, there will be...
Join us for a Service Project at Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge to help plant native species that support bees, butterflies, and other vital pollinators. Volunteers will take part in hands-on tasks like digging holes, planting, spreading soil and pine bark mulch, and loading wheelbarrows—all while making a lasting impact on local habitat restoration. Please...
Celebrate World Otter Day with us at this fun, family-friendly event all about North America’s playful and elusive river otters! Stop by interactive stations to explore real “show and tell” artifacts, uncover fascinating otter facts, and get creative with otter-themed arts and crafts. Enjoy a presentation by Megan Stolen, wildlife biologist and forensic scientist who focuses on...
Join us on Wednesday and Thursday nights this June and July on a US FWS led sea turtle walk. The program will start with an educational session to learn about sea turtles that nest on our local beaches. Following the presentation the group will travel in their own vehicles to the beach for a chance...
