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SUMMARY:Loxahatchee River Trip Weekday
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP IS FOR VERY EXPERIENCED KAYAKERS ONLY.\nThis is the same trip as Saturday\, January 7\, but this one will be during the week for those who can do that. After doing the January 7 paddle\, I’m changing this to a paddle to go to the 2nd dam and back. However\, if anyone wants to do the entire river\, make arrangements with fellow paddlers ahead of the trip. Don’t do it on your own! IF YOU WANT TO TRAVERSE THE ENTIRE RIVER\, YOU’LLL NEED TO SHUTTLE VEHICLES TO THE STATE PARK BEFORE KAYAKING. IT TAKES WELL OVER AN HOUR TO SHUTTLE CARS AND GET BACK TO RIVERBEND. We’ll start our paddle from Riverbend Park at 10:00\, so plan accordingly. For those of us going only to the second dam\, we’ll turn around then and paddle against the current back to Riverbend. You’ll still get to paddle over the first dam if you want to try it. Those that plan to keep going will continue down the river to Jonathan Dickinson State Park where your cars will be parked.\nThe state park is 35 minutes away and there is an entrance fee and a parking fee\, so we need to keep this in mind when shuttling vehicles.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/loxahatchee-river-trip-weekday/
LOCATION:Riverbend Park\, 9060 W Indiantown Rd\, Jupiter\, FL\, 33478\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230119T080000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230119T130000
DTSTAMP:20230117T153317Z
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SUMMARY:SCBWF Weekend (Trip E) - Black Point Wildlife Drive
DESCRIPTION:**Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival Weekend**\nA group of local trip leaders\, tour guides\, and industry vendors are planning the return of the SCBWF in 2024. As a ‘warm up’ to the festival’s return the foundational group is conducting a birding weekend to showcase the immense diversity of bird species found in our area. The weekend will include trips from 19-23 January. Space Coast Audubon is providing support through promotion\, hosting\, and field trip leader involvement. \n**TRIP E: Black Point Wildlife Drive**\nTrip Leader: Bert Alm\nMeet at MINWR Visitor Center 1987 Scrub Jay Way\, Titusville. We will spend some time at the Visitor Center for Painted Buntings and other birds that frequent the parking lot. At about 8:45 AM we will carpool into as few cars as possible and head out to Black Point Wildlife Drive. Drivers will need a MINWR or America the Beautiful pass. We will use walkie-talkies to communicate while driving and make frequent stops. Target species for this trip include: Various waterfowl\, American White Pelican\, Roseate Spoonbill\, Sora\, Clapper Rail\, Northern Harrier. \nLogistics: Transport by personal vehicles. Restrooms available at the Visitor Center and Stop 9 on BPWD. \nWhat to Bring: Water\, snack\, bug repellent\, sunscreen\, binoculars. \nFor specific questions about the field trip (outside of registration process)\, please contact Bert Alm (bcalmjr@msn.com)
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/scbwf-weekend-trip-e-black-point-wildlife-drive/
LOCATION:Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge\, 1987 Scrub Jay Way #32782\, Titusville\, FL\, 32782\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230119T060000
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SUMMARY:SCBWF Weekend (Trip A) - Three Lakes WMA and Joe Overstreet Road and Landing
DESCRIPTION:**Space Coast Birding and Wildlife Festival Weekend**\nA group of local trip leaders\, tour guides\, and industry vendors are planning the return of the SCBWF in 2024. As a ‘warm up’ to the festival’s return the foundational group is conducting a birding weekend to showcase the immense diversity of bird species found in our area. The weekend will include trips from 19-23 January. Space Coast Audubon is providing support through promotion\, hosting\, and field trip leader involvement. \n**TRIP A: Three Lakes WMA and Joe Overstreet Road & Landing**\nTrip Leader: David Simpson\, Birding with David Simpson\nMeet at Three Lakes WMA main entrance on Old Canoe Creek Road. Travel through the Three Lakes WMA\, along Joe Overstreet road and end the trip at Joe Overstreet Landing (boat launch area). Target species for this trip include: Red-cockaded Woodpeckers\, Bachman’s Sparrow\, Brown-headed Nuthatch\, Eastern Bluebird\, Red-headed Woodpecker\, and Snail Kite. \nLogistics: Transport by personal vehicles. Port-o-potty restroom available at 3 Lakes WMA and a restroom building is located at the Joe Overstreet Landing \nWhat to Bring: Water\, snack\, bug repellent\, sunscreen\, binoculars. \nFor specific questions about the field trip (outside of registration process)\, please contact David Simpson (simpsondavid@mac.com)
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/scbwf-weekend-trip-a-three-lakes-wma-and-joe-overstreet-road-and-landing/
LOCATION:Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area\, 1702-1672 Prairie Lakes Rd\, Kenansville\, FL\, 34739\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230117T190000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230117T200000
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SUMMARY:Paddles and Pints - Expedition Kayak Racing!!
DESCRIPTION:Bob Waters\, the Class 1 Record Holder\, will give a presentation on the 300-mile Everglades Challenge – the adventures\, scares\, and beauty of being on your own in the middle of nowhere. If you were on the loxahatche trip you got a taste of this. Imagine doing it on your own! \nBob started racing at the age of 8\, including dinghies\, crew\, sailboats\, ocean shells\, and surfskis. He and his wife have paddled and camped across the country. He became involved in expedition racing with Watertribe.org and won the Class 1 record in 2018. He is the owner of MidFlorida Paddlesports where he sells\, repairs\, and gives demonstrations and instruction on kayaking.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/expedition-kayak-racing-presentation/
LOCATION:BeachFly Brewing Company\, 513 Barton Blvd\, Rockledge\, FL\, 32937\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230115T083000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230115T113000
DTSTAMP:20230114T080344Z
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SUMMARY:Sams House at Pine Island (Two Part Field Trip - History & Community Science)
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time while exploring nature at Sams House and the Pine Island Conservation Area. From Ice Age animals to Native Americans to early pioneers\, Pine Island Conservation Area has a rich history. \nThis field activity is comprised of two parts: \n**Part 1: Sams House (0830-0945)**\nThe Naturalists will share a bit of history as we explore the nature trails and interactive exhibits highlighting Pine Island’s current and past inhabitants. The property is part of the Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Program. We’ll be looking for birds\, butterflies\, insects and observe the native plant gardens. \nSams House has bathroom facilities\, a nature store in the pioneer house and fully accessible paved paths. The nature trails have some benches for guests who prefer to sit and take nature in. \nFrom Sams House we will consolidate vehicles and travel 3.6 miles to Pine Island Conservation Area. The parking space near the hiking trail can only accommodate 4-5 vehicles. (0945-1000) \n**Part 2: Pine Island Conservation Area (1000-1120)**\nThis 880-acre conservation area provides access to the trailhead 0.5 mile from main entrance leading to over 7 miles of trails. The property includes pine flatwoods\, Saltmarsh habitats\, cabbage palm hammocks\, mangrove forests and marshes fringing the Indian River Lagoon.\nOur trip leader will guide us on a hike to enjoy the habitat and observe wildlife. The hike will be on dirt and brush paths with uneven surfaces.\nDuring this part of the trip we will focus on community science\, striving to add observations to eBird and iNaturalist. \nTravel Back to Sams House (1120-1130)\nEveryone is welcome to join our group picnic lunch after the field trips. \nPlease bring: water\, binoculars\, bug repellent\, and shoes that can get muddy or wet. If the weather is cooler\, a jacket may be useful. If you plan to join for lunch\, bring your lunch and a drink. Let us know if you need to borrow a pair of binoculars.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/sams-house-at-pine-island-two-part-field-trip-history-community-science/
LOCATION:Sams House at Pine Island\, 6195 N Tropical Trail\, Merritt Island\, FL\, 32953\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230114T120000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230114T150000
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SUMMARY:Turkey Creek Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Great trip for beginners or anyone that needs to rent a kayak! We’ll launch from Paddling Paradise\, 4220 Dixie Hwy NE\, Palm Bay. You can rent a kayak there\, but please call ahead to reserve a craft. Launch around noon\, and we’ll be on the water by 12:15. We’ll travel up Turkey Creek through the Sanctuary to the dam and back. There may be some manatees\, dolphins\, turtles\, and possibly alligators along the way! It’s a nice slow paddle\, generally smooth waters\, but maybe some downed timber to navigate. I’ll need an organizer for this trip\, so let me know if you can do it!
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/turkey-creek-paddle/
LOCATION:Paddling Paradise\, 4220 Dixie Hwy NE\, Palm Bay\, FL\, 32905\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230111T180000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230111T190000
DTSTAMP:20221230T205436Z
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SUMMARY:First Running Day of 13 Week 5k
DESCRIPTION:Please join for an easy walk run for our first day. We will probably only go for a few miles to start.\nSince it will be dark please bring a headlamp and reflective clothing.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/first-running-day-of-13-week-5k/
LOCATION:Faye Park\, 6315 Depot Road\, Port St. John\, FL\, 32927\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230109T100000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230109T113000
DTSTAMP:20230107T074738Z
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SUMMARY:Courtesy Post: Book Tour "The Green Amendment" by Maya K van Rossum
DESCRIPTION:**Courtesy Post: This event is not being hosted or sponsored by Space Coast Audubon.** Hello Again Books will be selling copies of Maya’s book. \nContact the Cocoa Library or visit the Book Tour website for more information: https://www.floridarighttocleanwater.org/maya \nBook Tour and Signing:\nMaya’s recently released book\, The Green Amendment: The People’s Fight for a Clean\, Safe\, and Healthy Environment\, is more than a compelling read about HOW we got here as a nation\, WHAT needs to happen\, and WHY constitutional amendments are the only viable way forward from a systemic perspective — It is also a reference book with a rich list of footnotes to empower environmental advocates wanting real change. Learn more about Maya and her work at [www.forthegenerations.org](http://www.forthegenerations.org) \nAbout the Author:\nAbout Maya: Maya K. van Rossum is the Founder of Green Amendments for the Generations\, a grassroots non-profit organization inspiring a nationwide movement to secure constitutional recognition and protection of environmental rights in every state and ultimately at the federal level. Maya is also the Delaware Riverkeeper\, leading the watershed based advocacy organization\, the Delaware Riverkeeper Network\, for over 30 years in its efforts to protect the health of the Delaware River and its tributaries. A skilled activist\, attorney\, strategist and community organizer\, she was named in 2020 as a River Hero by River Network\, in 2019 as one of Philadelphia Business Journal’s Power 100\, and One of the “10 Most Influential People of 2015” When It Comes to Energy Issues by SNL Energy. Her writing has been featured in such publications as BloombergLaw\, Law360\, the Boston Globe\, and TIME Magazine. She is author of\, The Green Amendment: The People’s Fight for a Clean\, Safe\, and Healthy Environment. Since launching Green Amendments for The Generations\, constitutional amendments have been proposed in 11 states\, with New York formally passing a Green Amendment in 2021.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/courtesy-post-book-tour-the-green-amendment-by-maya-k-van-rossum/
LOCATION:Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Central Library\, 308 Forrest Ave\, Cocoa\, FL\, 32922\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230107T083000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230107T163000
DTSTAMP:20230107T201058Z
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SUMMARY:Loxahatchee River Trip
DESCRIPTION:THIS TRIP IS FOR VERY EXPERIENCED KAYAKERS ONLY.\nWe’ll meet at Riverbend Park in Jupiter\, shuttle cars to Jonathan Dickinson State Park\, then drive back to Riverbend to start the 7.5-mile journey down the Loxahatchee River. The river has a couple dams that we will need to traverse. With the water levels high\, however\, this shouldn’t be an issue. The river is narrow and windy until it opens up closer to Jonathan Dickinson State Park. We’ll go through fresh water and brackish water on the trip\, and hopefully see an abundance of wildlife!\nThe state park is 35 minutes away and there is an entrance fee and a parking fee\, so we need to keep this in mind when shuttling vehicles. This trip is limited to 20 people to minimize the logistics of transportation.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/loxahatchee-river-trip/
LOCATION:Riverbend Park\, 9060 W Indiantown Rd\, Jupiter\, FL\, 33478\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230105T190000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230105T200000
DTSTAMP:20221230T210926Z
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SUMMARY:Turning Goals into Reality
DESCRIPTION:Making New Year’s Resolutions and want help achieving them? Personal Trainers Randi and Patty will be sharing steps to take to help create goals and reach them. Whether you have fitness\, nutrition\, career or personal goals- the same tools and ideas can help you create a clear path forward.\nAfter the presentation they will be fielding any of your questions regarding Fitness and Nutrition.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/turning-goals-into-reality/
LOCATION:BeachFly Brewing Company\, 513 Barton Blvd\, Rockledge\, FL\, 32937\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230102T030000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230102T060000
DTSTAMP:20221230T205856Z
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SUMMARY:CLOSED for RSVP - Private Van Tour Participants Were Drawn and Notified
DESCRIPTION:***** Please read the full details carefully *****\nThis is notification of a chance drawing to get a spot on a special field trip. The trip will be a private bus tour of the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge on Jan 2nd. We only have 10 spots on the bus\, in addition to the trip leaders and driver (MINWR volunteer). The exact meeting time and location will be communicated to the 10 individuals are who are confirmed for this trip. The bus will travel to sections of MINWR not open to the public which require special access permission. Therefore\, we cannot permit any cars to follow the bus. Only the 10 confirmed passengers can join. \n**If you are interested in participating and can definitely attend\, please RSVP to this meetup or send an email to Rochelle Hood (host) at info@spacecoastaudubon.org by Monday\, 26 Dec at 4pm.** Rochelle will conduct a random chance drawing from all the names on the list of interested participants. She will select 10 people and 2 alternates in the event of a last minute cancellation. The trip will be approximately 2.5 to 4 hours\, depending on birds seen and will depart in the morning. The bus ride and trip are free. Tip donations are appreciated and will be given to MIWA (non-profit that support the MINWR).
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/closed-for-rsvp-private-van-tour-participants-were-drawn-and-notified/
LOCATION:Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge\, 1987 Scrub Jay Way #32782\, Titusville\, FL\, 32782\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20230101T140000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20230101T160000
DTSTAMP:20240108T154104Z
CREATED:20221230T211436Z
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SUMMARY:Public Access Metal Shop
DESCRIPTION:This is the time to come and learn how to use the milling machine\, metal lathe\, welder and other metal working techniques. We will be here every Sunday 2:00 PM till 4:00 PM. This is free and open to the public. We accept donations to help pay the rent and other bills including wear and tear on the machines and tools.
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/public-access-metal-shop/
LOCATION:New Melbourne MakerSpace\, 401 North Wickham Road Suite 126\, Melbourne\, FL\, us
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DTSTART;TZID=-05:00:20221231T163000
DTEND;TZID=-05:00:20221231T193000
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SUMMARY:Sunset & Holiday Lights on the Grand Canal
DESCRIPTION:Let’s end the year with a paddle on the Grand Canal in Satellite Beach. Meet at Oars & Paddles in Indian Harbour Beach\, enjoy the sunset as we paddle up the Grand Canal to Lake Shepard\, then see all the houses decorated with holiday lights on the way back to Oars & Paddles. We’ll have an après paddle early New Year’s celebration at Oars & Paddles when we return. Bring your own drinks and snacks to share. Plates and plasticware will be provided. \nThe total trip should be about 6 miles. Meet at the park at 4:30 to be on the water by 4:45. You will need to have a light on your kayak so others can see you – if you want to be festive\, get some battery-operated Christmas lights and decorate your kayak/sup!
URL:https://cocoaflorida.com/event/sunset-holiday-lights-on-the-grand-canal/
LOCATION:Oars & Paddles Park\, 1329 Banana River Dr\, Indian Harbour Beach\, FL\, 32937\, us
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