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SUMMARY:Take a Walk on the Wild Side at J W Corbett Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:Join expert birder and avian ecologist Mike Baranski for a guided exploration of this unique Wildlife Management Area.\n\n\nTrip OverviewJoin expert birder and avian ecologist Mike Baranski for a guided exploration of over 60\,000 acres of diverse habitat in J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area. Located just east of Lake Okeechobee and 25 miles northwest of West Palm Beach\, Corbett is part of both the Ocean to Lake Trail and the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. \nThis underbirded gem is known for its rich biodiversity and wide-open natural beauty. Past trips have revealed exciting species such as Vermilion Flycatcher\, Red-headed Woodpecker\, Wilson’s Snipe\, Ash-throated Flycatcher\, and large flocks of Sandhill Cranes. With a mix of pine flatwoods\, cypress swamps\, and open prairie\, this location offers excellent birding for all levels of experience. \nMeeting DetailsMeeting Point: South entrance\, behind the check-in station. Look for a log home on the left-hand side with parking behind it. \nAddress: 11835 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road\, West Palm Beach\, FL 33412 \nDirections: From Southern Blvd\, take Seminole Pratt Whitney Road. This road dead-ends into J.W. Corbett WMA. You’ll pass the Palm Beach Shooting Sports Complex. Turn left into the WMA just before the canal. If you pass the canal\, you’ve gone too far. \nImportant Information \n\nRegistration Encouraged: Please register in advance to secure your spot. Walk-ins are allowed only if space permits and must sign a waiver at check-in.\nGroup Size: Participation is limited for safety and a high-quality experience.\nVehicle Registration: One ticket per vehicle. If you’re riding together\, register as one. If you need or can offer a ride\, contact us and we’ll help coordinate.\nArrival Time: Please plan to arrive early to account for traffic or GPS errors.\nEntry Fee: $3 per person or $6 per vehicle unless you have a senior pass. Pay at the yellow self-check station and place the receipt in your windshield.\n\nTerrain and Accessibility \n\nAccessibility: Not wheelchair accessible\nTerrain Difficulty: Moderate. Routes include unpaved\, uneven roads with three low-water crossings. Not suitable for low-clearance vehicles.\nTrail Conditions: Some trails may be wet or muddy\, especially after rain. Please wear appropriate footwear suitable for rough and wet terrain.\nRestroom Access: Portable toilets are available along the route. A flush restroom is located at Hungryland Boardwalk.\n\nRoute (Subject to Change)South Grade → Boardwalk → Stumpers Grade → Tomato GradeStops will include birding hotspots and campsites where migrant birds are often observed. The final route is at the discretion of the trip leader. \nWhat to Bring \n\nInsect repellent\nAmple water\, snacks\, or lunch\nHat\, sunscreen\, and other sun/wind protection\nComfortable walking shoes or boots\nBinoculars (extras may be available to borrow)\n\nWildlife AdvisoryThis area is home to a variety of native wildlife\, including alligators\, snakes\, raccoons\, fire ants\, possums\, and possibly a resident bobcat. Please observe from a safe distance. \nPhotography and Media NoticeParticipants may be photographed during the trip. By attending\, you agree to allow use of your image in Audubon Everglades’ communications and social media unless you opt out by notifying the leader. \nContact: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \nBird ChecklistWe will maintain a shared eBird checklist of sightings.Previous trip highlights (Jan 6\, 2024): 54 species observed. View checklist \nLearn MoreJ.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area website:https://myfwc.com/recreation/lead/j-w-corbett-wma/ \n \nOptional Donation \nThis event is free to attend\, but if you are able\, we invite you to make an optional donation to support our Avian Conservation Fund. Your contribution helps us keep these experiences accessible to all and directly supports local conservation and education programs. \nYou can select an “Optional Donation” ticket during registration. Thank you for helping us protect Florida’s birds and habitats! \n \nAbout Audubon Everglades\nAudubon Everglades is dedicated to the conservation of birds and the environments they depend on. We offer field trips\, educational programs\, and community engagement throughout the Greater Everglades ecosystem. \nwww.auduboneverglades.org \n\n\n\nMeet Your Guide: Expert birder and Avian Biologist Mike Baranski will be serving as the field guide for this stunning Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Mike boasts the title of the top eBirder for this WMA\, having identified an impressive total of 148 species.
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/take-a-walk-on-the-wild-side-at-j-w-corbett-wildlife-management-area-2/
LOCATION:West Palm Beach\, FL 33412\, 11835 Seminole Pratt Whitney Road\,\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33412\, United States
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SUMMARY:Purple Martin Citizen Scientist for a Day
DESCRIPTION:Become a citizen scientist\, gathering useful data that helps conservation efforts with Shelly Rozenberg and Audubon Everglades!\n\n\nAbout this event: \nDate: Saturday April 18\, 2026 \nStart time: 11:00am \nEnd Time: 1:00pm \nEvent lasts 2 hours \nUNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN \n \nPurple Martin Citizen Scientist for a Day\nLocation: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Station 25 \n1060 Wellington Trace\, Wellington\, Florida 33414 \nHave you always wanted to be a citizen scientist\, gathering useful data that helps conservation efforts? Join Audubon Everglades’ Purple Martin Conservation Lead Shelly Rozenberg for a peek into the nests of Purple Martins. You will learn about the life cycle of these native songbirds and their reliance on humans to survive. Observe these social birds and aerial acrobats close up in their man-made habitats and assist with a routine nest check to collect data on egg laying and nestlings as part of citizen science research. \n \nWhat to Expect: \n· Fascinating bird facts and field observations from a Purple Martin conservationist. \n· A unique opportunity to see inside the habitats and nests of these amazing birds. \n \nLogistics: \n· Parking: Park at the entrance of the building where public parking is permitted. \n· Meeting Spot: Purple Martin Habitat \n· Restrooms: Inside Fire Station  \n \nBring: \n· Water \n· Sunscreen \n· Bug spray \n· Hat \n· Binoculars \n· Camera or smart phone to take photos (optional) \n \nGood to Know: \n· Registration is required. No walk-ins. \n· Be on time so we can make the most of our time in the field. \n· Rain: Program will be canceled if it rains. \n· Photos may be taken for social media. Let us know if you’d rather not be included. \n· Must be able to tolerate hot climate and sun. Please wear protective clothing\, sunscreen and bring your water bottle. \n· Please cancel if you can’t make it—someone else may be waiting. \n· Under 18? Bring an adult. \nThis is a great opportunity to get outside\, learn all about Purple Martins and connect with people who love nature as much as you do. Questions? Reach out: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \nQuestions? Reach out: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \n \nAccessibility Information: \nParking: Some accessible parking available at the public parking lot. \nRestrooms: Accessible restrooms located inside the fire station. \nBenches: Benches are available for resting at the entrance to Peaceful Waters. \nTrail Width: Road with 7 feet of grass. \nSurface: Paved roads and grassy surfaces.  \nCell Phone Service: Cell service may be intermittent on the trail. \n \nAbout Your Guide \nShelly Rozenberg \nAs Purple Martin Conservation Lead for Audubon Everglades\, Shelly Rozenberg provides public education\, community outreach and support to Purple Martin enthusiasts throughout Palm Beach County where she is often referred to as “The Purple Martin Queen.” She fosters partnerships with local nature centers and public wetlands and has currently joined forces with 12 ambassador locations including Wakodahatchee Wetlands\, Green Cay Nature Center\, Lion Country Safari\, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary\, Okeeheelee Nature Center\, Wellington Environmental Preserve\, Peaceful Waters Sanctuary\, Daggerwing Nature Center\, Riverbend Park\, Epiphany Lutheran Church\, and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Stations 25 and 27\, Conservation partnerships include Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department\, Village of Wellington and Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. Together they are making a difference in increasing a declining population by providing suitable breeding habitats for these native songbirds
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/purple-martin-citizen-scientist-for-a-day-2/
LOCATION:PBCFR Station 25\, 1060 Wellington Trace\, Wellington\, FL\, 33414\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grassy Water Preserve Restoration Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Cindy Bush and Scott Zucker as we go off the beaten path and behind the scenes at Grassy Waters Preserve.\n\n\nJoin Cindy Bush and Scott Zucker in this hike to celebrate National Birding day. This is an amazing opportunity to explore different ecosystems\, including wetlands\, forested hammocks\, and tree islands\, expecting to spot species such as the swallow-tailed kite\, wood stork\, great blue heron\, white-tailed deer\, otter\, bob cat\, and alligator. We will meet at the parking lot at the nature center and will then explore the beautiful scenes that Grassy Waters Preserve has to offer us. \nLogistics: \n\nMeet Up: Meet in the nature center parking lot for check-in and Grassy Waters Preserve waivers. We will then car pool to the location.\nRestrooms: Available in/near the nature center\n7:30 am – 11:30 am\, Event lasts: 4 hours\n\nBring: \n\nWater\nSunscreen\nBug spray\nHat\nBinoculars\nCamera\nSmart phone\n\nGood to Know: \n\nRegistration is required. No walk-ins\nLimited Group Size: To ensure a personalized and enriching experience\, group size is limited.\nBe on time so we can make the most of our time in the field.\nRain or shine\, unless there’s a hurricane.\nPhotos may be taken for social media. Let us know if you’d rather not be included.\nPlease cancel if you can’t make it—someone else may be waiting.\nUnder 18? Bring an adult.\n\nAccessibility Information: \n\nParking: Some accessible parking available at the Nature Center\nRestrooms: Accessible restrooms located near and inside the Nature Center.\nBenches: Benches are available for resting at the visitor center and at the start of the Marsh Trail.\nSurface: Boardwalk and flat grassy surface with some roots and bumps.\nCell Phone Service: Cell service may be intermittent on the trail.\n\nPhotography and Consent: \nPhotographs are a wonderful way to capture the beauty and fun of our birding adventures. We encourage photographers to take photos for their personal use and enjoyment. If you would like to share your photographs with us\, please ensure your name is watermarked on the images. \nBy signing the AE consent\, you agree to having your photo taken during our trips and used on our social media pages. If you prefer not to have your photo taken\, please contact us at fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org prior to the event. \nWe strive to host inclusive\, accessible events. For those who need an accommodation or have inquiries about accessibility\, please contact Autumn at fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \nQuestions? Reach out: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/grassy-water-preserve-restoration-hike-3/
LOCATION:Grassy Waters Preserve\, 8264 Northlake Blvd\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 33412\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tall Cypress Natural Area
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce Pickholtz and Nick DeCesare along this elevated boardwalk.
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/tall-cypress-natural-area-41/
LOCATION:Tall Cypress Natural Area\, 3700 Turtle Run Boulevard\, Coral Springs\, FL\, 33065\, United States
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SUMMARY:Purple Martin Citizen Scientist for a Day
DESCRIPTION:Become a citizen scientist\, gathering useful data that helps conservation efforts with Shelly Rozenberg and Audubon Everglades!\n\n\nAbout this event: \nDate: Monday April 6\, 2026 \nStart time: 11:00am \nEnd Time: 1:00pm \nEvent lasts 2 hours \nUNDER 18 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN \n \nPurple Martin Citizen Scientist for a Day\nLocation: Peaceful Waters Sanctuary \nVillage Park 11676 Pierson Road\, Wellington\, FL 33414 \nHave you always wanted to be a citizen scientist\, gathering useful data that helps conservation efforts? Join Audubon Everglades’ Purple Martin Conservation Lead Shelly Rozenberg for a peek into the nests of Purple Martins. You will learn about the life cycle of these native songbirds and their reliance on humans to survive. Observe these social birds and aerial acrobats close up in their man-made habitats and assist with a routine nest check to collect data on egg laying and nestlings as part of citizen science research. \n \nWhat to Expect: \n· Fascinating bird facts and field observations from a Purple Martin conservationist. \n· A unique opportunity to see inside the habitats and nests of these amazing birds. \n \nLogistics: \n· Parking: Park in Village Park lot designated for Peaceful Waters Sanctuary. \n· Meeting Spot: Entrance to Peaceful Waters Sanctuary. \n· Restrooms: Adjacent to parking lot. \n \nBring: \n· Water \n· Sunscreen \n· Bug spray \n· Hat \n· Binoculars \n· Camera or smart phone to take photos (optional) \n \nGood to Know: \n· Registration is required. No walk-ins. \n· Be on time so we can make the most of our time in the field. \n· Rain: Program will be canceled if it rains. \n· Photos may be taken for social media. Let us know if you’d rather not be included. \n· Must be able to tolerate hot climate and sun. Please wear protective clothing\, sunscreen and bring your water bottle. \n· Please cancel if you can’t make it—someone else may be waiting. \n· Under 18? Bring an adult. \nThis is a great opportunity to get outside\, learn all about Purple Martins and connect with people who love nature as much as you do. Questions? Reach out: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \nQuestions? Reach out: fieldtrips@auduboneverglades.org \n \nAccessibility Information: \nParking: Some accessible parking available at the designated Peaceful Waters parking lot. \nRestrooms: Accessible restrooms located adjacent to the Peaceful Water parking lot. \nBenches: Benches are available for resting at the entrance to Peaceful Waters. \nTrail Width: The trail is typically 8 feet wide. \nSurface: Grassy surface with some bumps. \nCell Phone Service: Cell service may be intermittent on the trail. \n \nAbout Your Guide \nShelly Rozenberg \nAs Purple Martin Conservation Lead for Audubon Everglades\, Shelly Rozenberg provides public education\, community outreach and support to Purple Martin enthusiasts throughout Palm Beach County where she is often referred to as “The Purple Martin Queen.” She fosters partnerships with local nature centers and public wetlands and has currently joined forces with 12 ambassador locations including Wakodahatchee Wetlands\, Green Cay Nature Center\, Lion Country Safari\, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary\, Okeeheelee Nature Center\, Wellington Environmental Preserve\, Peaceful Waters Sanctuary\, Daggerwing Nature Center\, Riverbend Park\, Epiphany Lutheran Church\, and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Stations 25 and 27\, Conservation partnerships include Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department\, Village of Wellington and Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation. Together they are making a difference in increasing a declining population by providing suitable breeding habitats for these native songbirds
URL:https://www.auduboneverglades.org/event/purple-martin-citizen-scientist-for-a-day-3/
LOCATION:Peaceful Waters Sanctuary\, 11676 Pierson Road\, Wellington\, FL\, 33414\, United States
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