April 2014
April 1 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt. Park 9 am – noon
April 2 Snook Haven/Myakka River 8:30 – 11:30 am
April 17 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt Park 9 am – noon
April 19 Blackburn Pt./Oscar Scherer State Park 9 am – 12:30 pm
April 22 Waterways of Nokomis 9 am – noon
April 25 Historic Cortez/Kitchen Preserve 9am – noon $25 members - $30 non-members
April 26 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt. Park 8:30 – 11:30 am
April 27 Sunset Paddle 5:30 – 8:30 pm
April 30 Alifia Banks bird rookery/Tampa Bay 10 am – 1:30 pm $30 members $35 non-members
May 2014
May 3 Shell Key Preserve/Pinellas County 10 am – 2 pm. $30 member, $35 non-member
May 7 Stump Pass State Park 9 am – noon, $25 member, $30 non-member
*May 9 Sunset/Moonlight paddle 6:30 – 9 pm
May 11 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt Beach 8:30 am – 11:30 am
May 13 Myakka River/Snook Haven 8:30 am – 11:30 am
May 21 Waterways of Nokomis 8:30 – 11:30 am
May 24 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt Beach 8:30 – 11:30 am
May 26 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Pt Beach 8:30 – 11:30 am
May 28 Don Pedro Island State Park/Englewood 9 am – noon $25/member, $30 non-member
May 31 Blackburn Pt Park/Oscar Scherer State Park 8:30 – 12 noon
Upcoming Marine Life Explorations
Explore the sea life near our shores with American Littoral Society
biologists. Using hand and seine nets, we will be searching shallow
waters and sea grass beds, observing, collecting, and discussing the
natural history of some of the many interesting fishes and other animals
that inhabit Sarasota Bay. Trips run on Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:30
AM at Lemon Bay Park. Wading shoes suggested. Call Chuck for
reservations at 941-488-8998. Cost: Free.
2014
Southwest Florida Shoreline Studies
Come study SW Florida's bays and beaches with us....
This blog is dedicated to the environmental well-being of our Florida coastal habitat.
This blog is
dedicated to the environmental well-being of coastal habitat.
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Thursday, January 23, 2014
THANK YOU, BUD DOYLE
. . . . . FOR ALL THE nature walks with SW Florida American Littoral Society
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Monday, January 6, 2014
Friday, December 6, 2013
December 2013 Kayak Trips
Quiet Water Kayak Trips
Enjoy leisurely paddling and observation at a variety of sites difficult to visit by any other means. Kayak, paddles, life vest, etc. supplied. If you haven’t used a kayak before, a short training session before the trip will get you going. Members who bring their own kayak and life vests can participate for a $5 donation to the Society. Otherwise, cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members unless otherwise noted. State parks require an additional entrance fee.
Enjoy leisurely paddling and observation at a variety of sites difficult to visit by any other means. Kayak, paddles, life vest, etc. supplied. If you haven’t used a kayak before, a short training session before the trip will get you going. Members who bring their own kayak and life vests can participate for a $5 donation to the Society. Otherwise, cost is $20 for members, $25 for non-members unless otherwise noted. State parks require an additional entrance fee.
Call John at 941-966-7308 for info and reservations.
December
Dec 1 South Lido Park / Bird Key 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 3 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 11 Blackburn Pt. / Oscar Sherer State Park 9 am – 1 pm
Dec 14 South Lido Park / Bird Key 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 15 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 18 Waterways of Nokomis 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Dec 21 Little Sarasota Bay / Palmer Pt Park 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 22 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 25 Little Sarasota Bay / Palmer Pt. Park 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 26 South Lido Park / Bird Key 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 3 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 11 Blackburn Pt. / Oscar Sherer State Park 9 am – 1 pm
Dec 14 South Lido Park / Bird Key 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 15 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 18 Waterways of Nokomis 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Dec 21 Little Sarasota Bay / Palmer Pt Park 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 22 Myakka River State Park 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dec 25 Little Sarasota Bay / Palmer Pt. Park 10 am – 1 pm
Dec 26 South Lido Park / Bird Key 10 am – 1 pm
Monday, October 28, 2013
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Stone Crab Season
Stone crab season opens Oct. 15th – you will soon be seeing a host of media stories about this unique Florida delicacy.
Yes, it is true that stone crabs are able to regenerate harvested claws – this is why only the claws are removed and the crab is returned alive to the water.
Want to learn more?
We have just posted an article on the Marine Scene Plus Trust me you will learn a lot about what many consider to be the greatest seafood delicacy in the world.
Please use the search function on the Marine Scene Plus and you will find a number of other interesting articles on the subject. You can also find a number of past articles on a variety of fascinating topics.
Remember, we have migrated the old Marine Scene newsletter to this blog-like format. Please make it a habit to check make from time to time for new articles or just browse back through other topics.
Note from John M. Stevely
Photos: Bryan Fluech, Fresh from Florida
Monday, September 23, 2013
Sarasota Bay Watch 5th Annual Fishing Line Cleanup
5th Annual
Fishing Line Cleanup
Who: Volunteers like you who love to make a difference!
When: Saturday, October 5th, 8:30 - 12:30
Where: Launching from Sarasota Sailing Squadron
Registration: Required, lunch available after the cleanup. Sign up NOW!
When: Saturday, October 5th, 8:30 - 12:30
Where: Launching from Sarasota Sailing Squadron
Registration: Required, lunch available after the cleanup. Sign up NOW!
We collaborate with Audubon Florida to conduct this cleanup now because
most birds do not nest in the fall. We will target removing fishing
line from bird nesting habitat islands and coastlines.
Last year Sarasota Bay Watch's Fishing Line (Monofilament) Cleanup event attracted over 80 volunteers and retrieved three football field lengths of fishing line from the bay coastline! The materials collected will be weighed and measured and the data shared with scientists working on entanglement issues. It is a great day to make a real difference for our waterbirds and other marine wildlife.
Last year Sarasota Bay Watch's Fishing Line (Monofilament) Cleanup event attracted over 80 volunteers and retrieved three football field lengths of fishing line from the bay coastline! The materials collected will be weighed and measured and the data shared with scientists working on entanglement issues. It is a great day to make a real difference for our waterbirds and other marine wildlife.
What you need: Boat or Kayak
preferred. We will have limited space available on boats and kayaks.
If you don't have a boat, we will 'cab assign' you to a boat captain
with space. Some cleanup can also be done on foot around the bridges,
also.
What to Bring: Sturdy footwear, sunscreen, eye protection, hat, gloves, water, and an enthusiastic spirit.
What to Bring: Sturdy footwear, sunscreen, eye protection, hat, gloves, water, and an enthusiastic spirit.
Come, join our volunteer powerhouse that loves our bay
and does the work to keep it healthy.
(This event is nearly here!)
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Sarasota Field Trips Fall 2013
Fall 2013
Sarasota
County on the west coast of Florida boasts some of the most amazing
coastal flora, fauna, and habitat in the U.S. Our Southeast Chapter
offers a variety of ways to observe and learn about them. We offer
kayaking, guided beach walks, seining, and eco-tours at various times
throughout the year.
Marine Life Explorations - Saturday October 12, 9:30 to 11:30 am
Explore the sea life
near our shores with American Littoral Society biologists. Using hand
and seine nets, we will be searching shallow waters and sea grass beds,
observing, collecting, and discussing the natural history of some of the
many interesting fishes and other animals that inhabit Sarasota
Bay. Wading shoes suggested. Call for reservations. Call Chuck at
941-488-8998
Quiet Water Kayaking
Leisurely
paddling and observation at a variety of sites difficult to visit by
any other means. Kayak, paddle, life vest, etc. supplied. If you've
never used a kayak before, a short training session before the trip will
get you going. Call John at (941) 966-7308 for reservations. Members
who own a kayak and life vest are welcome to go on trips marked with no
asterisk (*) for a $5 donation to ALS. Cost is $20 for members, $25 for
non-members unless otherwise noted. Trips into State parks also require an additional fee.
September
21 Bird Key/South Lido Park......................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
22 Shell Key Preserve/Pinellas County...........................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
24 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park................................8:30 - 11:30 am
October
12 Little Sarasota Bay/Palmer Point Park................................9 am - noon
13 Little Manatee River State Park...................................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
15 Waterways of Nokomis..........................................................9 am - noon
*16 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle....................................................5:30 - 8:00 pm
*17 Sunset/Moonlight Paddle....................................................5:30 - 8:00 pm
19 Myakka State Park.....................................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
20 Bird Key/South Lido Park..........................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
23 Palma Sola Bay/Robinson Preserve.............................10 am - 2 pm $30 member, $35 non
27 Myakka State Park.....................................................................8:30 - 11:30 am
NOTE: November
Preview - Myakka Daze!!! All-day trip down the Myakka River. $50 or $30
with your own boat. Call John for details @ 941-966-7308
Monday, September 16, 2013
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Lionfish invade Gulf Waters
This news has been recurring over the years...
http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20130912/COLUMNIST/130919873/2416/NEWS?Title=Ernst-Lionfish-invade-Gulf-waters
Sarasota Herald Tribune
http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20130912/COLUMNIST/130919873/2416/NEWS?Title=Ernst-Lionfish-invade-Gulf-waters
Sarasota Herald Tribune
Monday, September 9, 2013
"Toast to the Coast" National Estuaries Day 2013 Photo Contest
- from Sarasota Bay Estuary Program
Questions? Contact Stephanie Hames at info@sarasotabay.org, 941-955-8085
SBEP is joining its 27
sister National Estuary Programs around the U.S. in a nationwide "Toast
to the Coast" in honor of National Estuaries Day on Saturday, Sept. 28.
We invite you to join us by lifting a glass, mug, or cup in a salute to our very own Sarasota Bay.
Snap a picture of yourself or a group of friends toasting to Sarasota Bay and email to info@sarasotabay.org to enter SBEP's 'Toast to the Coast' photo contest.
Creativity is
encouraged, but all pictures must show Sarasota Bay in the photograph.
Please be sure to reference where the photo was taken.
Those wanting to
participate should submit a picture by Monday September 23rd. Later that
day, an album will be posted on the SBEP facebook page with all the
submissions. The picture to get the most "likes" via the album will be
named the winner on National Estuaries Day, September 28.
The winning submission will receive 4 Sarasota Bay Explorers tickets.
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