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Spots available: 10+
Native Planting
ORGANIZATION: Tampa Bay Watch
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Spots available: 10+
Join Manatee County Natural Resources and Tampa Bay Watch for a hands-on planting event at G.T. Bray Park (5502 33rd Ave Dr W, Bradenton, FL 34209) on Friday, June 20th from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteers are needed to transplant native aquatic and upland vegetation around a stormwater pond as part of an exciting freshwater restoration project. This pond was planted during the fall of last year, but much of the vegetation installed was soon lost during the hurricanes. We will be replanting the areas most affected by the storms with native plants that help stabilize the pond’s edge, filter runoff, and improve water quality, while also creating habitat for birds, pollinators, and aquatic life! Please be prepared to get wet and muddy. Wear long clothing and closed-toe shoes that are comfortable for working outdoors. Bring a pair of rubber boots or shoes that you don’t mind getting wet, as some of the planting will be in shallow water, and consider bringing another pair of shoes to change into after the event. Please wear sun protection (sunscreen, shade hat, sunglasses) and bring a water bottle. We will provide tools, gloves, plants, water coolers, and snacks!
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About Tampa Bay Watch
Location:
3000 Pinellas Bayway South, Tierra Verde, FL 33715, US
Mission Statement
Tampa Bay Watch, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit stewardship program dedicated exclusively to the protection and restoration of the marine and wetland environments of the Tampa Bay estuary through scientific and educational programs.
Description
Founded in 1993, we perform a variety of habitat restoration and protection activities throughout the year utilizing thousands of volunteers to help the bay recover from its environmental threats. Individuals of all ages from families, community groups, and schools participate in native grass plantings, oyster bar construction, coastal cleanups, and wildlife protection each year demonstrating environmental stewardship in its purest form. The efforts of Tampa Bay Watch to restore and protect the bay's habitat through stewardship provide effective long-term improvements to the bay and empower our community to counteract local environmental problems. Learning how to achieve and maintain a healthy environment is a legacy that will influence our children and future generations for years to come.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Environment,
Sports & Recreation
WHEN
Fri Jun 20, 2025
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
WHERE
5502 33rd Avenue Drive WestBradenton, FL 34209
(27.47096 ,-82.61876 )
DATE POSTED
June 5, 2025
SKILLS
- Habitat Restoration
- Environmental Education
- Gardening
- Water Recreation
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- This is a Done in a Day opportunity and there is no prior training or ongoing commitment needed.
- Must be at least 12
- 3 hours
- Willingness to get dirty!