Natural History Speaker Series-Exploring Florida’s Wild Ecosystems
About this Event
Along the way, discover some of the unique plants and wildlife that depend on these habitats including iconic species like carnivorous pitcher plants, alligators, gopher tortoises, and scrub jays. Learn why these threatened coastal, upland, and freshwater habitat networks are critical to Florida’s survival and some practical ways for you to go out and experience them.
About the Speaker
Brian Lane, Sensing Nature LLC-Seminole, FL
Brian Lane is a Senior Ecologist and Cofounder of the environmental education company Sensing Nature, LLC, who literally grew up in the local mangroves and has dedicated his career to assisting Florida’s ecological survival. As an award-winning Florida Master Naturalist Instructor, He has trained over 1,000 graduates and spent decades translating biological jargon into wildly entertaining outdoor stories and adventures.
About the Natural History Speaker Series
The Natural History Speaker Series is a free community program featuring engaging presentations on the natural and cultural history of Florida by experts in their fields.
Each month, attendees hear from scientists, researchers, conservationists, educators, authors, and other professionals on topics ranging from native wildlife and ecosystems to archaeology, history, and environmental stewardship.
Presentations typically last about one hour and are followed by a question-and-answer session.
Registration is encouraged to help us plan for attendance.
If you're unable to attend in person, recordings will be made available on-demand in our Speaker Series Library and on YouTube.
The Natural History Speaker Series is co-sponsored by the Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and the City of St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation Department.
Support the Friends of Boyd Hill
The Friends of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting environmental education, conservation, and community programming at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.
Learn more, become a member, or support our work at www.friendsofboydhill.org
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