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SUMMARY:2025 AUDUBON NATURE PHOTO EXHIBIT
DESCRIPTION:2025 AUDUBON NATURE PHOTO EXHIBIT AND MOVIE NIGHT \nMarch 8\, 2025 \n Photosubmissions are now closed. \n \n\n\n\n																														 \nTHE EXHIBIT\nBay County Audubon\, partnered with The Light Room\, will hold the 2025 Nature Photo Exhibit at the FSU Panama City Holley Center on March 8\, at  5:00 p.m. Here is your chance to give us your “Best Shot”.  Submit 3 of your very favorite nature-themed photos!  Join us for this unique event with friends and family for a ”Nature Photos Movie Night.” Photos will be displayed as a digital slideshow/movie on FSU’s high-definition\, 12’X20′ LED wall. It will also be featured on our website and the Light Room.   \nTHE PROGRAM\nThe evening will begin with a presentation by Scott Harris\, wildlife photographer and author of the book “Raptor Quest.” Scott will talk about his journey across the USA finding birds of prey\, such as owls\, hawks\, and eagles. He will share his breathtaking photos and engaging stories. \n                                  5 – 6 pm:  Scott Harris “RaptorQuest\,” with audience Q&A.  \n                                  6 – 7 pm:  “Nature Movie Night” show. \n                                  7 – 7:15 pm:  Audience discussion and drawing for Door Prizes. \nOur purpose in this Exhibition is to inspire community awareness of nature\, by sharing your favorite nature photos\, any nature subject “from birds to the total environment\,” with everyone else in attendance\, to promote the need for conservation in Bay County and its surrounding counties.  When we share\, we all become more aware of nature’s beauty. \nThis event is possible through the generosity of the Isaac W. Byrd Family Foundation and the Fyfe Family Foundation. \n 
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/2025-audubon-nature-photo-exhibit/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250210T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250210T200000
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SUMMARY:February Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Birding in Okaloosa County: Species & Locales\nPresented by Jim Anderton\nJim Anderton is an Choctawhatchee Bay Audubon Society member.  His presentation will start with a discussion of bird photography basics\, to include equipment choices and shooting settings.  The presentation will also cover three of the best birding sites in Okaloosa County\, with photographs and details for common and rare species he has found at these locations.  The photo of a Broad-tailed Hummingbird was taken by Jim on January 17th\, 2025 in Fort Walton and may be found in the Macauley library.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/february-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Dusseault":MAILTO:bdusseault@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
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SUMMARY:Overnight Field Trip to St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Pam Overmyer will be leading an overnight field trip to St. Marks Nat. Wildlife Refuge on Jan. 16-18\, 2025. The trip will include birding stops in Port St. Joe\, Apalachicola\, and Panacea areas before arriving at the Magnuson Hotel Wildwood Inn near Crawfordville to spend the night.  Please make your own travel /carpool arrangements and hotel reservations for this trip.\n\nHotel Reservations (online or call 855-213-0582.)\nHotel link https://www.magnusonhotels.com/…/magnuson-hotel…/\nThe trip to St. Mark’s is usually a very productive field trip that we have taken many times over the years. We typically see well over 100 bird species over the two-three days. We hope to see you there!\n\n TRIP ITINERARY\nFriday\, Jan. 16Meet at 9:00am (Eastern Standard Time) at the downtown Port St. Joe boat ramp at Frank Pate Park near the lighthouse for an hour or so of birding. This is on Fifth Street at the traffic light. We will continue to our destination hotel with several stops along the way.\nNoon\, meet in Apalachicola at Lafayette Park off Hickory St. to view Apalachicola Bay off a pier and have lunch in Apalachicola. (Bring your own or local restaurant.)\nPlanned Birding stops on the way to the hotel:East Point-view some oystercatchers and other birds on the jetties and sandbars.Mashes Point in PanaceaBottoms Road just past Panacea (time permitting)\n3:00 pm (EST) Check in at the Wildwood InnYou will need to make your own reservations. The hotel is located about 8 miles east of Panacea on U.S. Hwy 98. The phone number is 855-213-0582. The Seineyard restaurant located adjacent to the hotel and the hotel serves a free continental breakfast. There are several other dining options near the hotel. There is a campground next to the hotel for RVs. Tent camping is available at Newport Campground across from entrance to the refuge.\n\nSaturday\, Jan. 177:00 am EST Meet Pam in the hotel lobby for breakfast.\n8:00 am EST Leave for St. Marks NWR It’s a 15-minute drive from there to the refuge to spend several hours birding the impoundments and trails. Be sure to bring snacks and drinks while birding.\nNote: Check out time at the hotel is 11:00 am EST. If you plan to return to Panama City on Saturday you will need to arrange for a late departure or check out of the hotel before leaving for St. Mark’s.\n\nSunday\, Jan. 18 (Optional)\nIf you would like to stay one or two nights extra for birding in other nearby locations\, including the Wakulla Springs boat tour on Sunday\, contact Pam for more information. She will be staying there from Thursday to Tuesday. Her number is 850-832-5835. Her email is aggie9296@aol.com\n\n 
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/overnight-field-trip-to-st-marks-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Pam Overmyer":MAILTO:aggie9296@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20241204T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T180922Z
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SUMMARY:Purple Haze: A Conservation Film
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for a free showing of the feature-length documentary “Purple Haze: A Conservation Film” at the Sarzin Lecture Hall\, Gulf Coast State College. Meet Capt. Zach Steinhauser and enjoy his film about America’s Most Loved Bird\, the Purple Martin. Learn about their epic annual migration\, what they eat\, where they live\, and why they are depending upon us to ensure their survival.  Seating is limited – mark your calendars now and sign up for your complimentary ticket. \nSponsored by: Panhandle Gator Club\, Bay County Audubon Society\, City of Panama City\, and Gulf Coast State College.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/purple-haze-a-conservation-film/
LOCATION:Sarzin Lecture Hall\, Gulf Coast State College 5230 U.S. 98\, Panama City\,Panama City\, FL\, 34201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250113T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250113T200000
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SUMMARY:January Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION: Three Natural History  “Hotspots Down Under”\n An Australian Journey Presented by Dave Clausen\,  President of Choctawhatchee Audubon.   Hey\, Mates! Back from a journey to the Great Down Under\, a year ago\, Dave Clausen brings his unique story to our Chapter at our regular 6:30 pm January monthly membership meeting.  Kangaroos? Koala Bears? Kiwis (Oops\, New Zealand)? In his own words\, and as an introduction:  “I will   speak about three locations in Australia that I visited in late 2023: 1) Lady Elliot Island at the southern end of   the Great Barrier Reef\, 2) oceanic Norfolk Island in the Tasman Sea\, and 3) Lamington National Park in  southern Queensland.”
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/january-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Dusseault":MAILTO:bdusseault@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241219T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
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SUMMARY:Workday at Parker Audubon Preserve in St. Andrews
DESCRIPTION:8:30-11:00 a.m.  We could use your help! We will be doing trail maintenance mostly involving keeping the trails open with clippers and weed eaters\, picking up trash piles and weeding in our pollinator garden.   Bring your gardening clothing\, clippers and gloves. Bring something to drink and if you have a hardy native plant to bring\, we have shovels to plant them with. The preserve is located behind St. Andrews Baptist Church on Cincinnati Avenue.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/workday-at-parker-audubon-preserve-in-st-andrews/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Workday
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Houser":MAILTO:ronhouser84@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241215
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T223915Z
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SUMMARY:2024 BCAS Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Join the Christmas Bird Count: America’s Oldest Citizen Science Project \nIf you\, or someone you know\, would like to participate or have questions: contact Raya Pruner or Marvin Friel for details and area assignment.\nRaya.Pruner@gmail.com\n Marvin.bojo.Friel@gmail.com\n Phone:  1-352-214-3262\nhttps://www.audubon.org/community-science/christmas-bird-count/history-christmas-bird-count
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/2024-bay-county-audubon-christmas-bird-count/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241111T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241111T200000
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SUMMARY:November 11th\, Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“Great Birding Adventures in Southeastern Texas”: the April 14-18\, 2024\,  BCAS High Island area/Winnie\,Texas Migration Trip.  Curated by Donna Cronwell\, \n\n	« All Events\n \n\n	November 11th\, Membership Meeting\n			November 11\n	  @\n6:30 pm\n	  –\n8:00 pm \n\n	St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\n\n1608 Baker Court\n		\n		Panama City\,\n	FL\n	32401\n	United States\n\n\n	+ Google Map \n\n					\n						\n	 \n\n\n\n\n	\n	Add to calendar	\n		\n	\n \n\n\n	Google Calendar\n\n\n	iCalendar\n\n\n	Outlook 365\n\n\n	Outlook Live\n\n\n\n\n\n\n				October 14th Membership Meeting
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/november-11th-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241014T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20241014T152325Z
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SUMMARY:October 14th Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our next General Membership meeting on October 14th will feature a presentation on Purple Martins. Come learn all about these birds and a new project in Panama City to nurture these interesteing birds. Presenters include Dale and Donna Cronwell with a possible guest appearance by Keith Mefford (Director\, Quality of Life Department\, City of PC). The meeting will begin at 6:30 in our usual location (St. Andrews Episcopal Church\, Parish Hall).
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/october-14th-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Dusseault":MAILTO:bdusseault@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240909T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240909T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20240618T024949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T174701Z
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SUMMARY:Installation of Officers\, Awards\, and Ron Houser "Raps" about Raptors
DESCRIPTION:   \nImmediately after installation of Officers and Annual awards\, Ron Houser will present his newest  PowerPoint entitled “Raptors of Northwest Florida”.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/membership-meeting/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240513T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T151430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T034253Z
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SUMMARY:End-of-the-Year Banquet
DESCRIPTION:From left\, Noah Vaden (Eagle Scout)\, Cole Mahler (Eagle Scout)\, Co-President Lynn Marcoux\, Co-President Pam Overmyer\, Cathy Vaden\, John Mahler (Scoutmaster). 2022 Conservationist of the Year \n  \n  \nEnd-of-the-Year Banquet\, potluck dinner\, Conservationist of the Year presentation\, year in review slide show\, installment of 2024-2025 Officers
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/end-of-the-year-banquet/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240504T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T162745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T162745Z
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SUMMARY:Laidlaw Preserve birding trip
DESCRIPTION:Laidlaw Preserve birding trip with Choctawhatchee Audubon. Neil Lamb leading.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/laidlaw-preserve-birding-trip/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240427T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T162655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T162655Z
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SUMMARY:St. George Island migrant birding
DESCRIPTION:Picnic lunch on the island.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/st-george-island-migrant-birding/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240420T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T162337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T162337Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Panama City.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/earth-day/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240414T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T162239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T041439Z
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SUMMARY:High Island
DESCRIPTION:April 14-18. Sunday-Thursday. High Island\, Texas migration trip. We will bird Audubon & Texas Ornithological Society preserves\, Bolivar Peninsula\, Anahuac NWR & Sabine Pass. Contact Gail Casteel at gail@baycountyaudubon.org for more information.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/high-island/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240408T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T151301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T205218Z
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SUMMARY:Special Presentation by Big Tom Nkwazi\, Safari Guide
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/tbd/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240406T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240406T201500
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20240214T152858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T155605Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Connection 2024
DESCRIPTION:Bay County Audubon Society’s Nature Connection 2024 Program features Safari Guide and Emperor Penguin Expert\nBay County Audubon Society will celebrate its “Nature Connection 2024” Program main event on April 6 at the Holley Center\, FSU PC campus. Keynote speaker is safari guide and naturalist Tom Nkwazi\, “Big Tom” as he is known in his native country of Botswana\, Africa. He is a fully-licensed professional safari guide of more than 15 years. Also scheduled to present is Noah Strycker\, who has extensively studied birds and lived with penguins\, as his authorship of six books will attest. Both presenters will tell you their personal stories of what they are observing and learning about the current state of nature in our changing world. Big Tom currently guides in the northern part of Botswana\, in the Okavango Delta\, close to Chobe National Park (home to 100\,000 plus elephants) and world-famous Victoria Falls in nearby Zimbabwe. A quick google search (replete with National Geographic videos) will reveal the magic of the Okavango Delta. \nBig Tom brings a unique source of knowledge about Wild Africa\, offering us a once-in-a lifetime opportunity to learn about the environmental issues facing the shrinking African natural habitat. The iconic image of Africa is perhaps best revealed by the fauna and flora of the Serengeti\, host to elephants\, lions\, wildebeest\, crocodiles\, hippos\, giraffes\, antelopes\, acacia trees\, and exotic birds\, to name a few\, a migration wonder of the natural world. His message will include discussion of issues with far-reaching consequences\, such as: what is happening to the environment across Africa today? What are the threatened species – are rhinos near extinction? Are elephant populations under threat? Is vital habitat being lost? Is there time to fix these situations? How do these events relate to each of us? \nWe are indeed fortunate to have Noah Strycker back again to present after he headlined our “Nature Connection 2022” Program. At that event Noah delivered a standing-ovation presentation about his around-the-world birding odyssey in 2015 during which he visited 41 countries\, all seven continents\, identifying a record-setting 6\,042 bird species. He hasn’t slowed down much since then\, as you will discover at the Program. He has visited the Arctic and Antarctica numerous times\, compiling a vast knowledge of these icy regions through these visits and scientific studies.  \nThis time\, Noah will update us on his current area of intense nature focus\, the status of the Emperor Penguin in Antarctica. See a few of his photos in the above linked article\, “Tom’s Story” (& Noah’s Penguin Update). Recent reporting suggests Emperor Penguin populations are suffering serious nesting\, thus survival\, issues due to accelerating melting sea ice (their chicks only hatch on ice). \nIn addition to his presentation on Emperor Penguins at the upcoming April 6 event\, Noah will again visit many of our local schools for an updated program about penguins and nature. Big Tom will be speaking at local high schools about the African story. \nWe are all indeed fortunate to have these two naturalists to be here with us to present a treasure trove of nature information about how things are going in the real world of nature. To participate\, consider attending and donating through our tickets on sale. \nDepending on the type of ticket (level of donation) purchased to attend the April 6 main event\, there are several enhancements to the main Program presentations. Please see the Ticket Information after this article which provides those features and their times. These may include a “Meet and Greet” with our two speakers\, a catered buffet\, string quartet\, the North Bay Haven High School Choralaires\, and photo exhibits. \nTo buy or order tickets\, or get more information (reserving a table\, payment options\, etc.) call Brian Dusseault at 850-832-7579\, or email him at bdusseault@aol.com (please put Tickets in the subject line). You can also leave a message about tickets on this website at “CONTACT”. \nNet proceeds mainly go to the Bay Education Foundation\, which funds grants to public school/charter teachers who apply for nature-related classroom projects. Also\, part of the proceeds will be directed to a community school where three of Big Tom’s children attend in his hometown of Kazungula\, Botswana. Hope to see you on April 6! For more detailed information on the background of the two presenters and features photography while on African Safari and penguins in Antarctica. Click on the sidebar article entitled “Tom’s Story” (& Noah’s Penguin Update) following the “Schedule of Events” above top on the right. \nLocation\nFSU Holley Academic Center\n4750 Collegiate Dr.Panama City\, FL 32405 \nSchedule of Events\n3:30pm\n“Meet and Greet” with “Big Tom” and Noah: Bring your safari questions for Tom and your Arctic tours and expeditions questions for Noah. \n4:45pm\nCatered buffet\, heavy hors d’oeuvres; cash bar.String quartet\, photo exhibition. North Bay Haven High School Choralaires \n6:30 – 8:15pm\nFeatured Programwith Noah & “Big Tom” \nTom’s Story\n(& Noah’s penguin update)\n														\n															 \nTicket Information\n\n\n							Nature Visionary\n																			$1000 and up \n\n							Includes reserved table for 8 to attend all events						 \n				\n\n							Nature Builder (can create a table with several more)\n																			$250 \n\n							Includes 2 reserved seats to attend all events						 \n				\n\n							Nature Patron\n																			$175 \n\n							Includes 2 unreserved seats to attend all events						 \n				\n\n							Nature Advocate\n																			$65 \n\n							Includes 1 ticket for Buffet and Featured Program						 \n				\n\n							General Admission\n																			$30 \n\n							Includes 1 Ticket to the Featured Program						 \n				\n\n							General Admission – Seniors\n																			$25 \n\n							Includes 1 Ticket to the Featured Program						 \n				\n\n							General Admission – Youth\n																			$10 \n\n							Includes 1 Ticket to the Featured Program						 \n				\n\nProceeds go to Bay Education Foundation & “Big Tom’s”\nCommunity School in Botswana\, Africa
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/nature-connection-2024/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240323T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
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UID:511-1711179000-1711213200@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Most of you have been to this large park off Hwy 98 at the beach. It has become a major birding area and is very popular with hikers and bikers. We will be walking up Baxley Homestead Trail to the large wetland\, about 1.4 miles\, but it’s flat all the way and is wheelchair accessible. We will have binoculars available if you need them. Bring hiking shoes\, snacks\, and drinks. Photographers will find that this is an excellent area to photograph birds including the Vermillion Flycatcher\, if he has returned for the fourth year. We are usually finished by 11:00 or so.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/bird-walk/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/P1050627.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T162006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T034951Z
UID:509-1710576000-1710608400@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Birding and native plant walk
DESCRIPTION:  \nBirding and native plant walk at Florida Caverns in Marianna\, combined trip with Sweetbay NPS. Ranger Billy Baily leading.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/birding-and-native-plant-walk/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_E3253-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240311T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T151028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T033128Z
UID:463-1710181800-1710187200@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:“Zone out” with Birds of Panama\, and other alluring denizens of this namesake area.
DESCRIPTION:  \nGail Casteel\, presenter
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/zone-out-with-birds-of-panama-and-other-alluring-denizens-of-this-namesake-area/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/gail-bird.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240309T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20240304T214015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T203223Z
UID:1032-1709973000-1709983800@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Parker Preserve Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring water\, snacks\, and garden tools.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/parker-preserve-work-day-2/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Houser":MAILTO:ronhouser84@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240217T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T160502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T040409Z
UID:505-1708156800-1708164000@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Birding at Majette Park
DESCRIPTION:Bird walk at Majette Park\, led by Pam Overmyer. Meet at the park at 8:00 a.m. The park is located on John Pitts Rd.\, off U.S. Hwy 231 near Bayou George. Go past the main park entrance and drive about ¼ mile to the next entrance on the right\, where the parking area is. Walking is along paved and dirt paths and over grassy fields\, which may be muddy. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing. We should be finished by 11:00 a.m.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/birding-at-majette-park/
LOCATION:Majette Park back entrance and parking\, 8058 John Pitts Rd\, Panama City\, FL\, 32404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/DSC03906-e1708139183178.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240212T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T151114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241124T203247Z
UID:465-1707762600-1707768000@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:“Turtle Watch”: When it’s all hands on deck\, with not a second to lose\, and everything counts-cooperative involvement as key to hatchling survival.
DESCRIPTION:Kennard Watson\, presenter
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/turtle-watch-when-its-all-hands-on-deck-with-not-a-second-to-lose-and-everything-counts-cooperative-involvement-as-key-to-hatchling-survival/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting,Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231108T175348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T144844Z
UID:636-1704873600-1704906000@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Special Events Coming Soon!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/special-events-coming-soon/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Special Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240108T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T151210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T224533Z
UID:467-1704736800-1704744000@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Exotic Birds\, Flora & other Fauna: Pictures from the Enchanted Isle of Madagascar.
DESCRIPTION:Neil Lamb\, presenter: \nLocated in the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa\, the world’s fourth largest island is home to five endemic bird families and an amazing selection of lemurs\, chameleons\, and plants. Neil will share some of the culture\, birds\, and other wildlife from his 22-day odyssey in October 2023. This is a glimpse at Vangas\, Couas\, Mesites\, and other Malagasy specialties. \n  \n 
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/exotic-birds-flora-other-fauna-pictures-from-the-enchanted-isle-of-madagascar/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231217
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T160016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T160016Z
UID:499-1702684800-1702771199@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count; organized by Raya Pruner.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/christmas-bird-count/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Audubon_Is_2666_pelicans.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231211T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T150940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T150940Z
UID:461-1702319400-1702324800@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Party\, potluck dinner\, Dirty Santa Gift exchange\, year in review slide show\, Christmas music
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/christmas-party/
LOCATION:St Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall\, 1608 Baker Court\, Panama City\, FL\, 32401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231209T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T155920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T155920Z
UID:497-1702107000-1702141200@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:PCB Conservation Park bird walk
DESCRIPTION:PCB Conservation Park bird walk 7:30 a.m. Leader TBA.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/pcb-conservation-park-bird-walk/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2257e0bd-0095-d789-037c-967a5b0d2d0e.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231202T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T155348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T155722Z
UID:495-1701505800-1701536400@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Parker Preserve work day
DESCRIPTION:Parker Preserve work day 8:30 a.m.; organized by Faith Bell.
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/parker-preserve-work-day/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://baycountyaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/X_boardwalk_-_Prothonotary_Way_op_800x1194.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231127T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T173428
CREATED:20231107T143713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T143744Z
UID:446-1701111600-1701117000@baycountyaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://baycountyaudubon.org/upcoming-event/board-meeting/
LOCATION:FL
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