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SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Concerts for Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Concerts for Conservation is a donations-based fundraiser hosted by Keep Nassau Beautiful to support projects that raise awareness for the importance of conservation to our community’s well-being. \nFrom 2 to 4 pm\, an open mic format\, musicians and vocalists will play music\, sing\, and we will sprinkle in short talks focused on an important conservation topic – Birds of Amelia Island. \nTables will be set up for the event partners including Wild Birds Unlimited\, Duval Audubon Society\, Keep Nassau Beautiful\, and the City of Fernandina Beach to increase dialogue with the attendees and provide further education opportunities. \nJoin us for this family-friendly event in one of our beautiful natural spaces as we raise awareness for the importance of conservation.  Bring your refillable water bottle and enjoy the free water refill station.
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/concerts-for-conservation/
LOCATION:Egan’s Creek Park\, 2201 Atlantic Ave\, Fernandina Beach\, FL\, 32034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:7 Creeks Fest
DESCRIPTION:The 7 Creeks Fest\, hosted by the Timucuan Parks Foundation\, invites you to celebrate and explore the scenic waterways\, diverse ecosystems\, and winding trails of the 7 Creeks Recreation Area. Spread throughout the connected wilderness parks and preserves surrounded by seven creeks\, this family-friendly\, fun event raises awareness of these preserved public lands and how we can help protect them. \nThe fest highlights the area’s recreational opportunities\, local efforts to enhance and protect these green spaces\, and offers nature-themed activities and exhibits that emphasize education and environmentally responsible adventures. \nWe’ll be there with our outreach table\, sharing our love of birds and nature with festival goers\, and we’re also leading bird walks at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. \nThe festival is free\, and other activities include an archaeology hike\, food trucks\, a photography hike\, a wildflower hike\, and much more! Check in at the Fest Welcome Hub at Betz-Tiger Point Preserve to get information\, then choose your own adventure! Bring your own recreational equipment\, or try ours for free: kayaks\, bikes and canoes. \nLearn more at https://www.timucuanparks.org/7-creeks-fest/.
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/7-creeks-fest/
LOCATION:Betz-Tiger Point Preserve\, 13990 Pumpkin Hill Road\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Timucuan Parks Foundation":MAILTO:info@timucuanparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T090000
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Birds: Shorebird Series
DESCRIPTION:Sip coffee\, enjoy the coast\, and connect with birds and conservation at this snazzy two-part morning event in one of Jacksonville’s most important shorebird and seabird nesting areas. \nPart One (9:00–9:45 AM): Coffee & Conservation Outreach\nWe’ll start the morning with coffee\, snacks\, and fun raffles while learning about bird stewarding—what it is\, why it matters\, and how you can help protect nesting shorebirds and seabirds at our local beaches and parks. Easy\, welcoming\, and perfect for all experience levels. \nPart Two (9:45-11:00 AM: Shorebird Walk\nThen we’ll head out on a guided Bird Walk with Patricia Haas\, Parks Naturalist\, to observe the incredible birds of Huguenot Memorial Park. Learn to identify species\, spot nesting behavior\, and see firsthand how stewarding helps give these birds space to thrive. \n\nCoffee • Snacks • Raffles\nLearn how to help protect nesting birds\nGuided walk in a prime coastal birding location\n\nWhether you’re brand new to birding or already passionate about conservation\, this is a great way to spend your morning—coffee in hand\, birds all around\, and purpose in every step. \nPlease register on our Meetup site so we’ll know how many to expect. Thank you! \nHuguenot Handout Map Shelter 2\nJax Park Naturalists
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/coffee-with-birds-shorebird-series/
LOCATION:Huguenot Memorial Park\, 10980 Heckscher Dr\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Program: Riverside Park Kind Outreach & Rescue Pilot
DESCRIPTION:In this second year of the pilot\, Lead Bird Steward Cindy Corey and daughter Calder will share highlights from the season\, including the number of birds rescued\, species encountered\, successes\, challenges\, and lessons learned while protecting wildlife in an urban environment. \nAlthough Riverside Park is not an ideal nesting site for waterbirds\, birds continue to use the area\, creating both opportunities and management challenges. This talk will explore how collaboration and community engagement support coexistence between people and wildlife. \nThe project is a partnership between JaxParks\, Sierra Club Northeast Florida Group\, Duval Audubon Society\, and Timucuan Parks Foundation\, all working toward a shared vision of an urban park where humans and wildlife can thrive together.
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/program-riverside-park-kind-outreach-rescue-pilot-at-willow-branch-library/
LOCATION:Willow Branch Library\, 2875 Park St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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SUMMARY:Duval Audubon Society / Florida Young Birders Club Outing at Crosby Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young birders! Join us for an exciting outing at Crosby Sanctuary! \nJoin us for an outing at Crosby Sanctuary on Sunday\, March 22nd from 8-10am\, where we’ll have special access for our group! Owned by Duval Audubon Society\, Crosby Sanctuary is a limited-access nature preserve that is home to a full biodiversity of native plants\, mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, amphibians and invertebrates. FYBC is a membership organization geared towards young birders ages 9-17\, but you do not need to be a member to go birding with us for this outing. This walk will be led by Will Misner\, youth representative of the FYBC-Northeast Florida Chapter\, and David Doran\, Duval Audubon Society’s Director of Education and Youth Outreach. \nBirds abound! Crosby Sanctuary is an important breeding site for the Prothonotary Warbler\, which returns from Central America each year. Rusty Blackbirds have also been seen there occasionally during wintering and migration periods. There are always great birds to see and signs of wildlife activity to enjoy when visiting Crosby Sanctuary! Learn more here: https://duvalaudubon.org/index.php/2015-07-13-17-02-27/crosby-sanctuary \nWhat to Bring: Wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes to bird along the trails. Bring your binoculars if you have them\, water\, insect repellent\, sunscreen\, and snacks. There is no entrance fee. \nPlease plan to have at least one adult joining each young birder or group of young birders who are signing up together. You will be asked to list all young birder(s) and adult(s) in your registration; you may relist the adult’s email if a young birder does not have an email or prefers not to share it. \nRegister at https://tinyurl.com/fybccrosbysanctuary to connect with other young birders in Northeast Florida! \nQuestions? Contact David at david.doran@duvalaudubon.org or Will at misnerwill@gmail.com.
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/duval-audubon-society-florida-young-birders-club-outing-at-crosby-sanctuary/
LOCATION:Crosby Sanctuary\, 427 Aquarius Concourse\, Orange Park\, FL\, 32073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks / Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Kingsley Plantation Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Leader: Andrew Schumann\, Duval Audubon Conservation Director for Nassau County \nKingsley Plantation is the site of a former estate owned by Zephaniah Kingsley\, who spent 25 years there. It is now part of the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve managed by the U.S. National Park Service. \nResident birds include Pileated Woodpecker\, Brown Pelican\, Double-crested Cormorant\, Great Blue Heron\, Great Egret\, Snowy Egret\, Little Blue Heron\, Tricolored Heron\, Clapper Rail\, Yellow-throated Warbler\, Black-crowned Night Heron\, vultures\, Osprey\, Eastern Screech Owl\, Great Horned Owl\, Barred Owl\, and many more. \nLocation: 11676 Palmetto Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL 32226. No fee. \nDirections: From I-95 or I-295 East Beltway\, exit at Heckscher Drive and go east. After passing the St. Johns River Ferry landing on your right\, turn left 1/2 mile later at the brown National Park Service sign onto Fort George Island. Follow the signs on the road leading to the Kingsley Plantation parking lot. You will travel down a 2-mile dirt road. Restrooms are available at this site.
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/kingsley-plantation-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Kingsley Plantation\, 11676 Palmetto Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks / Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Spoonbill Pond Field Trip ($3 Parking Fee or Florida State Park Pass)
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 28th\nTime: 8:00 AM\nLocation: Spoonbill Pond\nTrip Leader: William Hoeck \nDear Birding Enthusiasts\, \nJoin us for an exciting birding field trip to Spoonbill Pond! We will be exploring the area for a variety of species\, including plovers\, sandpipers\, egrets\, herons\, and hopefully some early migrating birds.\nWhat to Bring: \n\nBinoculars and field guides\nComfortable walking shoes\nWeather-appropriate clothing\nSnacks and water\n\nWe look forward to enjoying the beauty of Spoonbill Pond and spotting some amazing birds together!
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/spoonbill-pond-field-trip-3-parking-fee-or-florida-state-park-pass/
LOCATION:Spoonbill Pond – Big Talbot Island Birdwatch Station\, 15500 Buccaneer Trail\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks / Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Open House and Volunteer Work Day at Crosby Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:The gates to Crosby Sanctuary will be open from 8-12 for visitors to enjoy the bird garden and walk the trails\, as well as for volunteers to conduct projects and maintenance. Please parallel park on Aquarius Concourse on the same side of the road as the Sanctuary. \nCrosby Sanctuary (limited access/no fee) is a “hotspot” on eBird and a “project” on iNaturalist. We have documented over 150 bird species on eBird and 300 plant species on iNaturalist. We also have active North American beavers on the property. \nIMPORTANT: Please wear close-toed shoes or boots (for your safety\, no sandals or flip-flops\, please)\, and bring your own water\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, and a hat if desired. \nYou can access a printable map of the preserve here. \nNOTE: The entrance is in the middle of the neighborhood – please park inside the gate (limit six vehicles) or on the NW side of the street (same side as the sanctuary).
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/open-house-and-volunteer-work-day-at-crosby-sanctuary-6/
LOCATION:Crosby Sanctuary\, 427 Aquarius Concourse\, Orange Park\, FL\, 32073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Eyes in the Sky: Jake Blalock's Capstone Project Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join me for an early migration adventure! My name is Jake Blalock and for my school Capstone project\, I have decided to host a bird walk! \nIt will take place at Fort Caroline National Memorial on March 29th from 9-11 AM and we will see so many interesting and diverse species. There is absolutely no experience necessary so birders of all levels are welcome. This is as much of an educational event as it is a typical outing so come out and let’s find some cool species together!
URL:https://duvalaudubon.org/event/eyes-in-the-sky-jake-blalocks-capstone-project-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Fort Caroline National Memorial\, 12713 Fort Caroline Road\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks / Field Trips
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