Events
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Reserve Wednesday: Nesting Shorebirds
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesJoin us to learn about what it takes to be a breeding shorebird in the panhandle and the hardships that come with nesting in this ever-changing landscape. Brian Cammarano, Audubon FL Shorebird Stewardship Coordinator, will introduce us to the five focal species that the Florida Shorebird Alliance closely monitors throughout the panhandle and how you…
Apalachicola Bay Estuary Exploration
Join us to explore the estuary we depend on, Apalachicola Bay and its connected ecosystem. Learn about the habits and creatures that make up our estuary and how the river and bay are intricately linked. We will see these habitats up close aboard the Reserve’s research vessel the Henry Lee. This class is free; however,…
Bay Friendly Landscaping
Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their inefficient yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will also feature information on innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens, green roofs, and bio-swales. Come find…
SciCafe: Biodiversity of the Forgotten Coast – From Chapman and Beyond
The eastern Florida panhandle is an internationally recognized hotspot for biodiversity. Franklin County homeowner Dr. Rebecca Dolan, retired Director of the Friesner Herbarium of Butler University in Indianapolis, will discuss the factors responsible for this amazing concentration of plants and animals, with a focus on the incredible flora of the area. To register go to…
Estuaries Day 2023
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesFamilies and Friends join us for our 2023 Estuaries Day at the Reserves Nature Center & Park. This is a free event Friday, May 5th from 1:30-5:30 PM EST. The first 600 guest will receive an Estuaries Day T-shirt and there will be free snacks available. Activities: Reptile Room Touch Tanks Microscopic Wonders of the…
SciCafe: Preliminary Assessment of Water Flows Through the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Gulf County Canal
Paul Thurman, PhD, and Certified Senior Ecologist with the Northwest Florida Water Management District will talk about data collection efforts and preliminary results to better understand potential water flows through the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and Gulf County Canal and their effects on nearby water bodies. To Register go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7829312669709214046
Turtle Talk Tuesday
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesCome learn about the sea turtles nesting on Franklin County beaches and discover how to help!
Turtle Talk Tuesday
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesCome learn about the sea turtles nesting on Franklin County beaches and discover how to help!
Reserve Wednesday: FSU Marine Lab Hatcheries
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr., Eastpoint, FL, United StatesEmily Fuqua and Morgan Hawkins will talk about the two hatcheries at the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory. One is a research and restoration hatchery with the purpose of supporting the Apalachicola Bay Systems Initiative (ABSI), and the other is a small mobile experimental unit for commercial seed production. These hatcheries play a…
Sci-Cafe: What Everyone Should Know About Fungi
GoToWebinar onlineMushrooms are perhaps the most well-known members of fungi, but they are just the “tip of the iceberg” when it comes to world of microbial activity beyond our sight in the soil below. What are fungi and what distinguishes them from the plants and animals we readily recognize? What exactly is a mushroom? What role…