December Programs
Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center
1800 Weedon Dr. NE, St. Petersburg, Fl. 33702
Register at least 24 hours prior by visiting www.weedonislandpreserve.org, and click on the “Events, Classes, & Hikes” button on the homepage. Event information call (727) 453-6500.
Salty Topics: Global Change in the 21st Century – Do Coral Reefs Have a Future?
Thursday, December 1, 2011, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Presented by Dr. Pam Hallock Muller of the University of South Florida College of Marine Science. Studying both the geologic record and modern coral reefs, students gain insight not only into environments of the past and present, but also the effects of human activities on future tropical benthic ecosystems. Their work has implications for cell biology, coral-reef ecology, environmental management, global environmental change, evolution, paleoceanography, sedimentology and hydrocarbon exploration. Pre-Registration required. Free
Weedon Walkabout
Saturday, December 3, 2011, 9:00am – 11:00am
Enjoy this guided walk through coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems of the preserve while learning about the coastal environment and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve. Water and a snack, along with a hat and closed toe shoes are recommended. All ages welcome, children younger than 6 may find this hike challenging. Pre-registration required. Free
Wee-Time at Weedon
Thursday, December 8, 2011, 10:30am – 11:15am
In this week’s book, children will hear a great story about, Great Sharky Shark: A Tale of a Big Hunter, by Suzanne Tate. Recommended for ages 3 to 5. Pre-registration required. Free
Great Weedon Bird Quest
Friday, December 9, 2011, 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Learn identifying marks and behaviors of the feathered year-round residents and seasonal visitors while helping to compile an annual checklist of the preserve’s birds. Hikes are designed for all levels of birding experience. Binoculars and bird guides are available. Recommended for adults. Pre-registration required. Free
Holiday Arts and Crafts
Saturday, December 10, 2011, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Enjoy creating special holiday decorations and gifts with Environmental Educator, Colleen Gray. Pre-Registration required. Free
Archaeology Lecture Series: Competition and Cooperation at Crystal River
Thursday, December 15, 2011, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Thomas Pluckhahn, PhD, presents a National Science Foundation project to examine the formation of early village societies using the important Crystal River site as a case study. Pre-Registration required. Free
Photography Hike
Saturday, December 17, 2011, 8:00 am – 10:00 am
After a brief classroom session, center volunteer guides highlight seasonal features of the preserve, as well as specific wildlife behaviors that help participants capture the natural beauty of Weedon Island preserve. Recommended for Adults. Pre-registration required. Free
Weedon Walkabout
Saturday, December 17, 2011, 9:00am – 11:00am
Enjoy this guided walk through coastal mangrove and upland ecosystems of the preserve while learning about the coastal environment and the early residents of Weedon Island Preserve. Water and a snack, along with a hat and closed toe shoes are recommended. All ages welcome, children younger than 6 may find this hike challenging. Pre-registration required. Free