Florida Keys
Wildlife Society
Supporting the National Wildlife Refuges of the Florida Keys through education, non-adversarial advocacy, volunteerism and fundraising
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- April 3, 2025
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Florida Keys Wildlife Society Photo Club Monthly Meeting - 1st Thurs 6:30PM
April 3, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Nature Center - Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges, 30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043Photo Club Monthly Meeting - 1st Thursday 6:30PM
Nature Center - Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges, 30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043Announcing the Florida Keys Wildlife Society Photo Club!
Meetings will be held on the 1st Thursday of every month at 6:30PM at the Nature Center - Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges, 30587 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key.(Here are the dates through "season": 9/5/24, 10/3/24, 11/7/24, 12/5/24, 1/9/25, 2/6/25, 3/6/25, 4/3/25, 5/1/25)
For anyone out of town, Phil is going to host a zoom call too! https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82071513509Meetings will run one and a half to two hours. The meeting program will consist of introductions, a presentation, general discussion, review of members photos. Attendees are encouraged to bring a thumb drive with 3 – 5 photos to share with the audience.
Group outings will be scheduled on the 3rd Thursday of every month at a place and time to be announced at that month’s meeting.
All skill levels are welcome from beginner to expert.
The Florida Keys Wildlife Society photo club membership is free and all are welcome.
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- April 10, 2025
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Mote Marine Laboratory “Corals and Coral Restoration in the Keys”
April 10, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges Nature Center 30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, United StatesFree and open to the public
Doors open at 6:30pm
Light refreshments will be servedScientists from Mote’s Elizabeth Moore International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration on Summerland Key will discuss the current status of our coral reefs and highlight their research to support coral restoration.
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- April 11, 2025
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FULL MOON KAYAK EXCURSION - 4/11 6:00-8:00PM
April 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Old Wooden Bridge Marina, 1791 Bogie Road, Big Pine Key, FLFULL MOON KAYAK EXCURSION
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. More information at: https://floridakeyswildlifesociety.org/full-moon-kayak-excursions/
Our thanks go to Captain Bill Keogh, Big Pine Kayak Adventures for sponsoring this continuing Kayak excursion series.
KAYAK DATES ARE:
- Wednesday, Oct 16 - 5:15-7:15 pm
- Thursday, Nov 14 - 4:00-6:00 pm
- Saturday, Dec 14 - 4:00-6:00 pm (sunset tour)
- Sunday, Jan 12 - 4:15-6:15 pm
- Tuesday, Feb 11 - 4:45-6:45 pm
- Thursday, Mar 13 - 6:00-8:00 pm
- Friday, Apr 11 - 6:00-8:00 pm
- Sunday, May 11 - 6:15-8:15 pm
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.
$30 Donation includes kayak, gear and experienced guide.
**Please text or call Captain Bill, Big Pine Kayak Adventures on 305-872-7474 to get more details, discuss your preferences on kayaks (single or tandem) and understand what additional equipment to bring and to reserve your spot.
**To reserve a spot and pay online please visit our Donation page (https://floridakeyswildlifesociety.org/get-involved/donate/) and indicate that the donation is for Full Moon Kayak.
Reservation includes kayak, paddling gear and experienced guides.
Please note - we regret, no refunds are provided unless the Excursion is cancelled by Florida Keys Wildlife Society.
Your $30 donation supports Florida Keys Wildlife Society. Thank you!
Proceeds benefit the Florida Keys Wildlife Society, the official friends group for the Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges. We help to protect the habitat and wildlife of the Florida Keys. The Florida Keys Wildlife Society supports activities that include nature programs for kids, families and adults, education and outreach events, wildlife festivals, research projects, native tree planting, trash cleanups, photography club activities, volunteer programs and much more.
Join Us! FloridaKeysWildlifeSociety.org
- Wednesday, Oct 16 - 5:15-7:15 pm
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- April 12, 2025
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- April 17, 2025
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Group Outing - Florida Keys Wildlife Society Photo Club - 3rd Thurs TBD
April 17, 2025
TBDPhoto Club Monthly Meeting - 1st Tuesday 6:30PM
Nature Center - Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges, 30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043Announcing the Florida Keys Wildlife Society Photo Club!
Meetings will be held on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 6:30PM at the Nature Center - Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges, 30587 Overseas Highway, Big Pine Key. Meetings will run one and a half to two hours. The meeting program will consist of introductions, a presentation, general discussion, review of members photos. Attendees are encouraged to bring a thumb drive with 3 – 5 photos to share with the audience.
Group outings will be scheduled on the 3rd Thursday of every month at a place and time to be announced at that month’s meeting.
All skill levels are welcome from beginner to expert.
The Florida Keys Wildlife Society photo club membership is free and all are welcome.
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- April 23, 2025
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Kirsten Hines, author, wildlife photographer, and conservationist. “Keeping Florida Wild” (rescheduled from March 20)
April 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges Nature Center 30587 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043, United StatesFree and open to the public
Doors open at 6:30pm
Light refreshments will be servedKirsten is the author of eight books on Florida’s nature and history. In her talk she will take you on a visual and descriptive journey from the temperate Panhandle to the tropical islands of Dry Tortugas. Prepare to see Florida’s nature in a whole new light, and to be inspired by practical advice on how each of us can help keep Florida wild.
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