Audubon Everglades

Green Cay Wetlands
2022-03-04 08:00 (America/New_York) | FL

Green Cay Wetlands
2022-03-04 08:00 - 10:00, 2022-03-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Green Cay Wetland, 12800 Hagen Ranch Road, Boynton Beach, Florida, 33437
Take a walk with Valleri Brauer on the elevated boardwalks of a beautiful, created wetland and see resident birds and migratory visitors at this Boynton Beach birding hotspot.

Meet: in front of the visitors center.

Green Heron Butorides virescens photo by Photography Group member Mark Slifkin

STA 5/6 Hendry-Glades
2022-03-05 08:00 - 13:00 | FL
Through a partnership with Hendry-Glades Audubon, the South Florida Water Management District will offer the public escorted birding trips to Stormwater Treatment Area 5 (STA-5/6) located at the Blumberg Road Public Access Trailhead.

Meet: At the Blumberg entrance to the STA

Registration is  required  through Hendry-Glades Audubon. For more Information and to register please visit:  https://www.hendrygladesaudubon.org/?page_id=110

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An Evening with Clyde Butcher
2022-03-08 18:45 - 20:45 | FL
Clyde Butcher, recognized both nationally and internationally, is regarded as Florida’s finest landscape photographer. He has been preserving the untouched areas of the landscape on film for more than thirty-five years. His black and white images are created using an 8″x10″, 11″x14″, or 12″x20″ view camera. Clyde prints his images in his own darkroom on fiberbase paper in a limited edition. The photographs are selenium toned, then mounted and matted to current archival standards. His images come in sizes from 8″x10″ inches to5’x8′ feet. His love of art and nature is seen in the exceptional detail and more subtle textures of his photography Clyde has been honored by the State of Florida with the highest award that can be given a private citizen: the Artist Hall of Fame Award. He was also chosen as “Person of the Week” on the ABC Peter Jennings TV evening news program, and has received the Heartland Community Service Award from Florida Governor Chiles for educating the people of Florida about the beauty of their state. He has also been honored with the Conservation Colleague Award, given to him by The Nature Conservancy. The Sierra Club has awarded him the Ansel Adams Conservation Award, which is given to a photographer who shows excellence in photography and has contributed to the public awareness of the environment.

A collection of his work can be seen in his books: America the Beautiful, Cuba – The Natural Beauty, National Parks, Clyde Butcher – Visions of Dali’s Spain, and his newest legacy book The Everglades – Clyde Butcher. A large selection of Clyde’s photography, can be seen at his Venice Gallery & Studio in Venice, Florida, and at his Big Cypress Gallery, which is located on thirteen acres in the center of the Everglades, mid-way between Naples and Miami on the Tamiami Trail (Hwy. 41), in the Big Cypress National Preserve. The gallery is surrounded by more than a million acres of National Park wetlands and cypress strands of wild Florida.

Fran Reich Preserve
2022-03-12 07:30 | FL

Fran Reich Preserve
2022-03-12 07:30 - 10:30 | FL
About this event

Join field guide Bruce Pickholtz in this restricted access STA. Audubon Everglades in partnership with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), is pleased to offer this special access to this STA . Communication is via two-way radios.

The purpose of this trip is to document the elusive Black Rail. Additional target birds are the Sedge Wren, Grasshopper Sparrow and Virginia Rail.

There is one spot where we use the cars as blinds and stay in the cars. We are less likely to get the Black Rail to vocalize and zero chance of actually seeing one if people are walking around.

Different parts of the STA we will get out and explore on foot.

*********All participants************

1) Participants need to print and sign the South Florida Water Management Liability Release (including address) available on the Audubon Everglades Home page->Programs & Events-> Field Trips-> Liability Release Form. Please bring this with you to the event, the field guide will collect this.

2)The Audubon Everglades Liability Release at the time of the event.

There are no restrooms here. There is a WAWA for gas & restrooms. Located at 7705 FL-7, Parkland, FL 33073 Corner of Fl 7 & Loxahatchee Road which you turn onto.

Please RSVP your vehicle full of attendees as one 1 ticket. No need to print.

If you need to cancel after registration, please contact Paula 561-248-9089.

Directions to Fran Reich Preserve from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)

Get on I-95 S in West Palm Beach Follow I-95 S to SW 10th St in Deerfield Beach. Take exit 41 from I-95 S23 min (26.5 mi) Merge onto I-95 S26.1 mi Take exit 41 for SW 10th St/FL-869 toward Sawgrass Expy0.4 mi Turn right onto SW 10th St5 min (2.6 mi)Continue on FL-869 S to Parkland. Take exit 15 from FL-869 S5 min (5.6 mi) Continue on N University Dr. Drive to State Hwy 827 in Palm Beach County7 min (3.9 mi) Fran Reich Preserve Coral Springs, FL 33076

Per google maps from PBI to Fran Reich Preserve it is 41.8 miles / 45 min drive time

My GPS coordinates to here are as follows:

N 26 .21.04.29

W 080.16.59.74

After you turn onto Loxahatchee Road travel approx. 5.3 miles, the entrance is on the right. If you travel to the end of the road, Aurthur Marshall Loxahatchee entrance you have missed it.

Indian Trail Improvement District M-1 Impound
2022-03-13 08:00 | FL

Jonathan Dickinson State Park Scrub Jay Walk
2022-03-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Johnathan Dickinson State Park, 16450 S.E. Federal hwy, Hobe Sound, Florida, 33455
Join Jim Howe, JD SP volunteer, for a walk through the imperiled Florida scrub habitat and learn about this unique ecosystem and the wildlife that depends on it to survive, particularly the Florida Scrub Jay.

Fee: Entry fee of $6.00 per vehicle, unless you have a park pass.

Meet: Take the first left after the entry to the Ranger Station, then park in the small lot just ahead on the right.

Robert J. Huckshorn Arboretum at FAU Jupiter Campus
2022-03-17 12:00, 2022-04-14 17:15 | FL

Robert J. Huckshorn Arboretum at FAU Jupiter Campus
2022-03-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-04-14 17:15 - 18:15 | Robert J. Huckshorn Arboretum, 5353 Parkside Dr., Jupiter, Florida, 33458
Field Guide: Tuly Datena and Alana Edwards

Visit this created native garden nestled within the North campus, which showcases various South Florida ecosystems and is a favorite stopover for migratory birds. Learn about the native plants and the birds and pollinators that frequent the area.

Meet at the Arboretum.

Wakodahatchee Wetlands
2022-03-18 17:00, 2022-04-03 08:00 | FL

Wakodahatchee Wetlands
2022-03-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Wakodahatchee, 13270 Jog Rd, Delray, Fl, 33484
Take a short walk with Valleri Brauer on the elevated boardwalks of this beautiful, created wetland, and have an up-close experience with our resident birds and migratory visitors at this Delray Beach birding hotspot.

Fee: Free

Meet: At the top of ramp.

STA 1W Expansion - SOLD OUT
2022-03-19 07:45 - 11:00 | FL
Join Field Guide Brian Garrett assisted by Kenny Miller as we drive this restricted STA.

Through a partnership with South Florida Water Management District we have access to this restricted STA.

******Every participant needs to print and sign (including your address) the South Florida Water Management Liability Release bring it with you to the trip. Located on AE Home page Programs and Events-> Field Trips-> Liability Release Form. The field guide will collect it.

Audubon Everglades Liability Release at the time of the event.

Directions: 26.677164735719856, -80.45102745294571

Coming from the east, Field Trip location is west of Wellington. Head west on SR-80/98/Southern Blvd., turn west on to CR 880/ E Canal Street S.

Drive about 4.1 miles and then turn south (left if coming from the east) on Atlantic Mill Rd./Sem Chi Rd. (where Sem Chi Rice Mill is located). There will be flashing yellow lights at the turn, but no street sign.

Entrance is almost immediately on your left.

Location is the Hunters check in station which has a large parking lot off of Sem-Chi Rice Road/Atlantic Mill Rd. where Sem Chi Rice Mill and the Sugar Farms Co-op are located.

STA 1 West Expansion
2022-03-19 07:50 | FL

Peaceful Waters
2022-03-26 07:30 | FL

Spring Wildflower Walk
2022-03-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Crew Marsh, 4600 Corkscrew Rd, Immokalee, Florida, 34142
Join Roger Hammer, author of several books including, The Complete Guide to Florida Wildflowers, Everglades Wildflowers and Florida Icons for an entertaining and informative wildflower walk at the CREW Marsh trails.

No pets allowed except for service animals. Portapotty at Trail head. Trails are grassy

Peaceful Waters Sanctuary
2022-03-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Peaceful Waters Sanctuary, 11676 Pierson Road, Wellington, FL, 33414, United States
Join Scott Zucker to explore the boardwalk and berms of this beautiful, created wetland and see the resident birds and migratory visitors at this seldom-visited birding hotspot in Wellington.

Wakodahatchee Wetlands
2022-04-03 08:00 - 10:00 | Wakodahatchee, 13270 Jog Rd, Delray, Fl, 33484
Take a short walk with Valleri Brauer on the elevated boardwalks of this beautiful, created wetland, and have an up-close experience with our resident birds and migratory visitors at this Delray Beach birding hotspot.

Meet: At the top of the ramp.

Be a Bird Brain! A Family Friendly Adventure with Professor Screech
2022-04-03 10:00 | FL

It's for the Birds! A Family Friendly Adventure with Professor Screech
2022-04-03 10:00 - 11:30 | Peaceful Waters Sanctuary, 11676 Pierson Road, Wellington, FL, 33414, United States
Join special Audubon Everglades guide, Professor Screech, for a family friendly field trip adventure at Peaceful Waters!

About this event

Are you a bird brain? We certainly hope so! Join special Audubon Everglades guide, Professor Screech, for a family friendly field trip adventure at Peaceful Waters, a Wellington gem. What makes a bird a bird? Test your bird-braininess as the foremost expert in expertology leads both young and young at heart on an exciting boardwalk scavenger hunt to spark the curiosity and wonder of all budding bird watchers.

Bring your kids! Bring your grandkids! Bring yourself! Just be sure to put on your party pants and get ready to have a birding good time.

What to bring:

hatsunscreenwaterbinoculars if you have them. We will have binoculars available to borrow.suggested: nature journal if you have one

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Snail Conservation: A Florida Success Story
2022-04-05 19:00 - 20:30 | FL
Audubon Everglades Presents

“Snail Kite Conservation: A Florida Success Story”

Presented by Tyler Beck, Snail Kite Conservation Coordinator, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 7PMZoom-Hosted Presentation (advance registration required)6:45-7:00PM Social time with fellow members and presenters

About the Program

Snail Kites have had an uncertain and changing status over the last few decades due to issues impacting their South Florida habitats, including the rise of non-native flora and fauna. Lake Okeechobee has been important for the survival of Snail Kites in some years, critically important in others. Tyler will share the research that assists FWC in the management of Snail Kite habitat in Florida. You will learn about the birds’ habits, the challenges they face, their latest breeding numbers and locations, how they are adapting to Florida’s dynamic and shrinking wetlands and the shifting water levels on managed public lands, and what you can do to help their survival.

About Tyler Beck

Tyler Beck grew up in Lake Placid, Florida, where his parents were educators. He received a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Florida Gulf Coast University and completed an internship working with Florida Scrub Jays in the Avian Ecology lab at the Archbold Biological Station. He next worked at Florida Atlantic University, tracking Great Egret and White Ibis movements and habitat selection throughout the Everglades. He stayed on at FAU for his master’s degree, focusing his thesis research on the characteristics of the unique avian communities of the Everglades Stormwater Treatment Areas. In 2011 he joined the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to work on wetland restoration and bird monitoring at Lake Okeechobee. For the past seven years, Tyler has been the Snail Kite Conservation Coordinator for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, where his main responsibility is the management of Snail Kite habitat.

Join us on April 5 and learn more about the iconic bird of our Audubon Everglades logo!

Flamingo Pursuit
2022-04-09 08:45, 2022-04-16 08:45 | FL

Flamingo Pursuit
2022-04-09 08:45 - 12:00 | STA-2
Field Guides: Natasha Warraich & Dr. Mark Cook.

Audubon Everglades in partnership with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), is pleased to offer this special “Flamingo Pursuit” in Stormwater Treatment Area 2 (STA 2) for an opportunity to see these iconic birds in the wild in Palm Beach County! Like all birding, the birds are in the wild and free to come and go as they please, so there is no guarantee to see the Flamingos on any specific date. Brian Garrett of SFWMD has recent reports of seeing 2-4 flamingos in this area. However, this STA is restricted access with heavy construction in progress throughout the area, and it is not open to the public. The trip will focus primarily on the area in which the Flamingos have been seen, where we hope to offer some great birding and photography opportunities. Thank you to the SFWMD for allowing us access for this unique chance to see these majestic birds.

Please read the rules as they apply to everyone!

REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY AND RESTRICTED TO ONLY 2021-2022 AE MEMBERS OR FRIENDS OF AE! Everyone in the car must be an active member of AE. Any person who arrives at STA-2 who is not an active member will be asked leave or they can choose and wait outside the entrance gate.

PLEASE 4 persons per vehicle!

There will be 2 trips posted to allow all AE members the possibility of seeing these magnificent birds in the wild only register for one trip. Please only register for one field trip to allow other members a similar opportunity. The field trip coordinator has the right to restrict access.

Registration is per vehicle and please car pool. Example Scott, Mary, Paula & Lisa ride together, they register for 1. Please indicate who will riding in your car and send an email to Paula@Auduboneverglades.org for verification.

Please print out and complete a South Florida Water Management District Liability Release form (also available on the AE website under fieldtrips) for each person and bring it with you to the trip.

DONATION proceeds from this event will go to the Florida Flamingo Working Group, a coalition of scientists and conservationists who share a mission to promote conservation and awareness of American Flamingos in Florida and throughout their range.

THIS TRIP IS RAIN OR SHINE!

There is no waitlist.

If in need of assistance, please contact Paula Gatrell 561-248-9089

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Driving Directions from Starting locations:

Directions – from Wellington – Tractor Supply 15731 Southern Blvd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470 approximately 50 miles / 1 hour):

Allow for FOG

Closest port a potty at A1 FEB

Head West on SR 80/US 441 N/ Southern Blvd Turn Left onFl-15 / SR 80West , Follow SR 80W for 28.5 miles Turn Left onto US-27 South, follow 27 South for 23.2 miles (You will pass the entrance to A1 FEB) Between mile markers 50 and 51, look for the bridge on the East side of the road Turn Left, cross the bridge to the entrance to STA 2. My GPS Coordinates: N 26 22 23.60 W 080 33 59.13

There are no bathrooms here.

DIRECTIONS – From Boca Raton (approximately 50 miles / 1 hour):Starting Location: Office Depot, 8095 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33434

Take Florida’s Turnpike south (toll road)Take Exit 71 for FL-869 S/Sawgrass Expy (toll road) toward Coral SpringsFollow Sawgrass Expressway for 20.7 milesTake I-75 North exit toward Naples (tricky exit — pay close attention)Merge onto I-595, then onto I-75 NorthTake exit 23 from I-75 onto US-27 North toward South BayFollow US-27 North 17.5 milesBetween mile markers 50 and 51, look for the bridge on the East side of the roadTurn Right, cross the bridge, turn left to the entrance gate

I have not verified these GPS coordinates to use on your phone or car navigation system: STA 2 GPS Decimal coordinates:26.370145,-80.564108Degrees/Mins/Secs Coordinates:26°22’12.5″N 80°33’50.8″W

Please review the trip information below and let us know as soon as possible:- If you cannot accept any of the rules or conditions- If you have any covid symtoms, allergies, health, or medical problems that might impact your participation or carpooling please stay healthy and home . The gates close and the trip begins at the published start time. The group enters and exits the STA together. The group will return to the main gate approximately 3 hours of the start time or earlier depending on the birds.

STA 2 RULES

AE entered into an agreement with SFWMD and must abide by their rules to be allowed to conduct these tours:

1. Liability Release: Each participant must complete and submit a separate South Florida Water Management District Liability Release. You will also find the form on the ASE website under the “Field Trips” tab. Download, print, complete and bring the completed release form with you on the day of the trip.

2. This is a carpool driving tour with 4 people per auto. * If you arrive with less than 4 registered trip participants in your auto, you may asked to take additional people in your auto, or join others in another auto.

3. Everyone enters and leaves the STA with the group; you may not separate from the group or leave early. You must stay with the group and cannot stop or stay in an area without the leader present. The gate is locked after we enter the STA.

BIRDING RULES

1. Listen and heed the instructions of the Field Trip Leader. Do not walk or position yourself ahead of the leader’s location.

2. Be respectful of your fellow trip participants

3. Take every precaution to avoid flushing the birds. Close doors gently, do not slam doors or otherwise create loud noise.

4. Do not get too close so as to scare the birds away. If you flush a bird, do not further pursue the bird and flush it again.

Flamingo Pursuit
2022-04-16 08:45 - 12:00 | STA-2
Field Guide: Brain Garrett

Audubon Everglades in partnership with the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), is pleased to offer this special “Flamingo Pursuit” in Stormwater Treatment Area 2 (STA 2) for an opportunity to see these iconic birds in the wild in Palm Beach County! Like all birding, the birds are in the wild and free to come and go as they please, so there is no guarantee to see the Flamingos on any specific date. Brian Garrett of SFWMD has recent reports of seeing 2-4 flamingos in this area. However, this STA is restricted access with heavy construction in progress throughout the area, and it is not open to the public. The trip will focus primarily on the area in which the Flamingos have been seen, where we hope to offer some great birding and photography opportunities. Thank you to the SFWMD for allowing us access for this unique chance to see these majestic birds.

Please read the rules as they apply to everyone!

REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY AND RESTRICTED TO ONLY 2021-2022 AE MEMBERS OR FRIENDS OF AE! Everyone in the car must be an active member of AE. Any person who arrives at STA-2 who is not an active member will be asked leave or they can choose and wait outside the entrance gate.

PLEASE 4 persons per vehicle!

There will be 2 trips posted to allow all AE members the possibility of seeing these magnificent birds in the wild only register for one trip. Please only register for one field trip to allow other members a similar opportunity. The field trip coordinator has the right to restrict access.

Registration is per vehicle and please car pool. Example Scott, Mary, Paula & Lisa ride together, they register for 1. Please indicate who will riding in your car and send an email to Paula@Auduboneverglades.org for verification.

Please print out and complete a South Florida Water Management District Liability Release form (also available on the AE website under fieldtrips) for each person and bring it with you to the trip.

DONATION proceeds from this event will go to the Florida Flamingo Working Group, a coalition of scientists and conservationists who share a mission to promote conservation and awareness of American Flamingos in Florida and throughout their range.

THIS TRIP IS RAIN OR SHINE!

There is no waitlist.

If in need of assistance, please contact Paula Gatrell 561-248-9089

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flamingo-pursuit-tickets-311333114727?aff=erelpanelorg

Driving Directions from Starting locations:

Directions – from Wellington – Tractor Supply 15731 Southern Blvd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470 approximately 50 miles / 1 hour):

Allow for FOG

Closest port a potty at A1 FEB

Head West on SR 80/US 441 N/ Southern Blvd Turn Left onFl-15 / SR 80West , Follow SR 80W for 28.5 miles Turn Left onto US-27 South, follow 27 South for 23.2 miles (You will pass the entrance to A1 FEB) Between mile markers 50 and 51, look for the bridge on the East side of the road Turn Left, cross the bridge to the entrance to STA 2. My GPS Coordinates: N 26 22 23.60 W 080 33 59.13

There are no bathrooms here.

DIRECTIONS – From Boca Raton (approximately 50 miles / 1 hour):Starting Location: Office Depot, 8095 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33434

Take Florida’s Turnpike south (toll road)Take Exit 71 for FL-869 S/Sawgrass Expy (toll road) toward Coral SpringsFollow Sawgrass Expressway for 20.7 milesTake I-75 North exit toward Naples (tricky exit — pay close attention)Merge onto I-595, then onto I-75 NorthTake exit 23 from I-75 onto US-27 North toward South BayFollow US-27 North 17.5 milesBetween mile markers 50 and 51, look for the bridge on the East side of the roadTurn Right, cross the bridge, turn left to the entrance gate

I have not verified these GPS coordinates to use on your phone or car navigation system: STA 2 GPS Decimal coordinates:26.370145,-80.564108Degrees/Mins/Secs Coordinates:26°22’12.5″N 80°33’50.8″W

Please review the trip information below and let us know as soon as possible:- If you cannot accept any of the rules or conditions- If you have any covid symtoms, allergies, health, or medical problems that might impact your participation or carpooling please stay healthy and home . The gates close and the trip begins at the published start time. The group enters and exits the STA together. The group will return to the main gate approximately 3 hours of the start time or earlier depending on the birds.

STA 2 RULES

AE entered into an agreement with SFWMD and must abide by their rules to be allowed to conduct these tours:

1. Liability Release: Each participant must complete and submit a separate South Florida Water Management District Liability Release. You will also find the form on the ASE website under the “Field Trips” tab. Download, print, complete and bring the completed release form with you on the day of the trip.

2. This is a carpool driving tour with 4 people per auto. * If you arrive with less than 4 registered trip participants in your auto, you may asked to take additional people in your auto, or join others in another auto.

3. Everyone enters and leaves the STA with the group; you may not separate from the group or leave early. You must stay with the group and cannot stop or stay in an area without the leader present. The gate is locked after we enter the STA.

BIRDING RULES

1. Listen and heed the instructions of the Field Trip Leader. Do not walk or position yourself ahead of the leader’s location.

2. Be respectful of your fellow trip participants

3. Take every precaution to avoid flushing the birds. Close doors gently, do not slam doors or otherwise create loud noise.

4. Do not get too close so as to scare the birds away. If you flush a bird, do not further pursue the bird and flush it again.

Spanish River Park
2022-04-23 08:00 | FL
