Planteo and Fungiette - a science tale about accepting differences and cooperating to survive. Enjoy learning about a special friendship between a plant and a fungi. Come meet Jennnifer Penello, author of Planteo and Fungiette, a naturalist's tale of how Planteo, a growing flower, and Fungiette, a developing mushroom, resolve a rivalry between plants and fungi...
Merritt Island Wildlife Association has been selected as a Community Bag Program Nonprofit Partner! Our organization will receive $1 for each $2.99 reusable Community Bag sold during the month of July 2024 at: 1564 Harrison Street, Titusville FL. Even if this is not your regular grocery store, everyone can always use a sustainable, reusable shopping bag,...
Calling all nature enthusiasts! Join us for Bags and Brekkie, a unique morning event that combines community spirit with a love for wildlife and natural spaces. We'll kick things off at Winn-Dixie Titusville (Harrison St location) where you can purchase a reusable Community Bag and join our photo op. Winn-Dixie will donate $1 to MIWA...
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Florida's butterflies on our guided walk! Learn basic identification during our short indoor program highlighting features and differences between skippers, swallowtails, hairstreaks, and whites/yellows. Gain knowledge about the captivating lifecycle of a butterfly, exploring the journey from an egg to majestic adult. The education session will include photographs...
Calling all curious minds! School is about to begin and what better way to start the new school year than learning outdoors! Join us for Gopher Tortoise Education Day to learn all about your special little neighbors, the gopher tortoises, and what makes them heroes in their habitats. We’ll also learn what it means for...
Join Merritt Island Wildlife Association (MIWA) and Eaton Worms to learn about the benefits of using organic worms for composting and beneficial food for wildlife. Discover how to create a natural fertilizer that grows vibrant fruits, vegetables and plants. Worms are also nutritious snacks for many wildlife species and a prime bait for attracting fish. In...
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Florida's butterflies on our guided walk! Learn basic identification during our short indoor program highlighting features and differences between skippers, swallowtails, hairstreaks, and whites/yellows. Gain knowledge about the captivating lifecycle of a butterfly, exploring the journey from an egg to majestic adult. The education session will include photographs...
Gather some friends for dinner, pickup a take home meal or enjoy a delicious piece of pie. On August 20th from 4pm to 9pm, Village Inn Titusville is generously donating a portion of their sales to Merritt Island Wildlife Association. Enjoy a fantastic meal while supporting a great cause. Whether you dine in or order...
Unleash your inner artist and support the Merritt Island Wildlife Association Join us at Space Coast Ceramics for a "Painting with a Purpose" event to support the Merritt Island Wildlife Association. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking for a fun and creative outlet, this event is for you. No artistic experience is necessary....
Please join us to learn about the shorebirds that visit our area and the wonderful species that call Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge home! Meet in the Visitor Center Auditorium to discover what makes these species unique. The presentation will be followed by an adventure out to Black Point Wildlife Drive to observe and identify...
Pizza (and more) for a Purpose Blaze Pizza Viera will be donating 25% of the proceeds from any dining in, take out, gift cards or take-n-bake meals ordered during our event when you mention the MIWA fundraiser. You can order in the APP, or let the servers know when you place your order at the...
Adopt-An-Area Cleanup Monday, Sept 23 from 9am to 1pm Sign Up At: https://bit.ly/septcleanup Join us for Grabbers for Growlers, a fun-filled service project dedicated to cleaning up our beloved natural spaces as part of the Adopt-An-Area program. Merritt Island Wildlife Association and Playalinda Brewery are teaming up to clean up Areas 10 and 11 on...
