Florida Keys
Wildlife Society
Supporting the National Wildlife Refuges of the Florida Keys through education, non-adversarial advocacy, volunteerism and fundraising
UPCOMING EVENT INFORMATION
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2024-2025 Going Wild in the Keys Lecture Series
National Key Deer Refuge Nature Center, 30587 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key.
Doors open at 6:30pm, Lectures start at 7:00pm and run till 8:00pm. Free and open to the public.
Light refreshments provided. Capacity is limited to 52 attendees.
For details on individual lectures – click here
Run with Deer 5K, Saturday February 15th, 2025, 8am – Big Pine Key
Volunteers needed; it’s a fast, fun volunteer gig!!
To volunteer, please visit: Run with Deer 5K February 15 2025 — Florida Keys Wildlife Society for volunteering contact info.
Runners and Walkers – Join us!
The racecourse weaves around BPK along refuge lands and our community.
Visit: Run with Deer 5K February 15 2025 — Florida Keys Wildlife Society for Race registration and volunteering.
Full Moon Kayak Excursions
New dates for Fall/Winter season 2024-2025 now available
Visit the Full Moon Kayak webpage for Dates & more information.
This kayak excursion takes place in the waters surrounding the National Key Deer Refuge in Big Pine Key and surrounding areas. Beginning at the Old Wooden Bridge Marina, 1791 Bogie Road, Big Pine Key, kayaking across the water to No Name Key and north.
Our thanks go to Captain Bill Keogh, Big Pine Kayak Adventures for sponsoring this continuing Kayak excursion series.
Plan to arrive about 30 minutes early at the Old Wooden Bridge Marina, 1791 Bogie Road, Big Pine Key. Bring flashlight and water. No experience necessary.
** Please text or call Captain Bill, Big Pine Kayak Adventures on 305-872-7474 to discuss your preferences on kayaks (single or tandem) and what additional equipment to bring and to reserve your spot.
** CLICK HERE TO MAKE $30 DONATION for your Reservation. Reservation includes kayak, gear and experienced guide. $30 donation supports Florida Keys Wildlife Society. Thank you!
Please note – we regret, no refunds will be provided unless the Excursion is cancelled by Florida Keys Wildlife Society.
Check the Events Calendar as well for dates.
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