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• Field Trip: Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center

  • When
    27 Mar 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    570 Bay Park Blvd, Englewood, FL 34223

  March 27 (Mon) 8 a.m. Lemon Bay Park and Environmental Center with Michael Weisensee.
  

  With 210 acres preserved along mangrove-lined Lemon Bay, the park is a nice place to learn about coastal habitats. The trail system extends through pine flatwoods with mature slash pines, mangrove forests, and circles and crosses wetlands where birds gather. Meet 8:00 a.m. at the nature center, 570 Bay Park Blvd, Englewood, FL.

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• Field Trip: Carlton Reserve

  • When
    28 Mar 2023
  •  
    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice, FL

  March 28 (Tues) 8:00 a.m. Carlton Reserve

  Walk about 2 miles in this gorgeous reserve in search of woodpeckers, warblers and other species. Bring binoculars, water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet in the main parking lot at 8:00 a.m., 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice. Host: Patti Haynes 

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• Monthly Program: Life in the Rookery

  • When
    28 Mar 2023
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    VUCC (Venice United Church of Christ), Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Meet and Learn: Member Meeting & Monthly Educational Program

  Life in the Rookery: With Jack Foard (VAAS Past President/volunteer).

  This presentation is a beautiful picture story that begins with a peek back into the history of a small group of shallow ponds in the Venice wetlands that morphed into one of the most beloved Rookeries in Florida. It takes a quick look at the plume hunters horrific assault on the multiple species of wading birds who now call our Rookery home, almost driving them to extinction, and how the Audubon Society came into being over 100 years ago to save these birds. Jack will share his favorite stories of life in the Venice Rookery featuring images shared by some the areas best photographers. If you love birds and wildlife you will love this show.

  
  

  All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

  Participants are strongly encouraged to follow current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

  • 6:00pm:  Social time and refreshments (optional)
  • 6:30pm: Monthly Membership Meeting 
  • Monthly Educational Program follows (usually 6:45)

  
  

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• Field Trip: Rookery Islands Boat Trip

  • When
    5 Apr 2023
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    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

  Apr. 5 (Wed) - Rookery Islands Boat Trip

  Join us on a Venice Area Audubon Society fundraiser cruise to the rookery islands in Sarasota's Roberts Bay. The cruise on the  Carefree Learner boat will last about 2 hours. We will see three islands covered with nesting Brown Pelicans, herons, egrets and cormorants. In the past, we were thrilled to also see nesting Roseate Spoonbills and Reddish Egrets.  This has been a popular trip in the past.

  The cruise is scheduled for April 5, 2023 from 1 to 3 PM. The number of passengers is limited to 20 participants. The cost of the cruise is $30 per person. Reservations are required. Acceptance of reservations begins on January 16th.

  Please contact Bill Fairbank at email wgfairbank@gmail.com for the reservation and payment instructions. Please include in your email the number of passengers (maximum 4) you wish to include. No reservation is confirmed until payment is received.

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• Field Trip: State College of Florida Venice Campus

  • When
    13 Apr 2023
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    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    8000 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293

  April 13 (Thurs) 8 a.m. State College of Florida Venice Campus

  A handy walk around a one-mile paved pathway featuring a scenic lake filled with bird activity, including a variety of herons and a local favorite, the Purple Gallinule. A good hike for beginning birders, with ample time for tips on bird identification. Those wishing to continue birding can explore other areas of this scenic campus. Bring your binoculars. Meet in the main parking lot at 8 a.m. (from the main entrance road go left), 8000 S Tamiami Trail, Venice. Host: Patti Haynes 
  

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• Monthly Board Meeting - Venice Area Audubon

  • When
    18 Apr 2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Parlor Room, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Venice Area Audubon Society - Board Meeting

  Venice Audubon Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. The schedule varies in the summer and due to holidays. The public is welcome to attend and may address the board at the beginning of the meeting. Board Meetings are held at the Venice United Church of Christ, Parlor Room, 620 Shamrock Blvd., Venice FL 34293.
  

  All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

  Participants are strongly encouraged to follow current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

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• Field Trip: Manasota Scrub Preserve

  • When
    24 Apr 2023
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    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    2695 Bridge St, Englewood, FL 34223

  April 24 (Mon.) 8 a.m. Manasota Scrub with Michael Weisensee.

  An excellent hike when migrating birds stop by this beautiful 154 acre preserve which is part of the Lemon Bay watershed. Meet 8:00 a.m., the parking area at 2695 Bridge Street, Englewood, FL.

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• Field Trip: Carlton Reserve

  • When
    25 Apr 2023
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    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice, FL

  April 25 (Tues) 8:00 a.m. Carlton Reserve

  Walk about 2 miles in this gorgeous reserve in search of woodpeckers, warblers and other species. Bring binoculars, water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet in the main parking lot at 8:00 a.m., 1800 Mabry Carlton Parkway, Venice. Host: Patti Haynes 

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• Venice Audubon Annual Meeting

  • When
    25 Apr 2023
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    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    VUCC (Venice United Church of Christ), Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Please join us for the Venice Area Audubon Society's Annual Meeting. Held every year in April, we will review the year's work and finances, recognize outstanding volunteers, and vote on a revision to the bylaws and elect new members to the Board of Directors. Members and non-members are welcome to gather and celebrate our achievements. Each membership has one vote. The evening will feature:

  6:00 - 6:30  Refreshments and conversation

  6:30 - 7:30  Program

  • Annual Achievements and Highlights ( FY May 2022-April 2023)
  • Annual Financial Report ( FY May 2022-April 2023)
  • Volunteer Appreciation and Recognition
  • Member Voting
  • •  Bylaw Amendments
    •  Election of Board of Directors

  Participants are strongly encouraged to follow current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

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• Monthly Board Meeting - Venice Area Audubon

  • When
    16 May 2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Venice United Church of Christ, Parlor Room, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Venice Area Audubon Society - Board Meeting

  Venice Audubon Board meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. The schedule varies in the summer and due to holidays. The public is welcome to attend and may address the board at the beginning of the meeting. Board Meetings are held at the Venice United Church of Christ, Parlor Room, 620 Shamrock Blvd., Venice FL 34293.
  

  All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

  Participants are strongly encouraged to follow current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

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• Monthly Program: Woodpeckers

  • When
    23 May 2023
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    n VUCC (Venice United Church of Christ), Naar Hall, 620 Shamrock Rd., Venice

  Meet and Learn: Member Meeting & Monthly Educational Program

  Woodpeckers: Woodpeckers, Sapsuckers, Flickers … oh my! Come and learn about the eight species of woodpeckers found in our area.  You will learn how to ID them and differentiate the sexes.  This program will be presented by Michael Weisensee, M.S., Florida Master Naturalist Program graduate and instructor.

  All are welcome - members of the public as well as Venice Audubon Members.

  Participants are strongly encouraged to follow current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.

  • 6:00pm:  Social time and refreshments (optional)
  • 6:30pm: Monthly Membership Meeting 
  • Monthly Educational Program follows (usually 6:45)

  
  

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