Saturday Mornings at the NEST at Robinson Preserve
9:00am - 12:00pm
22 MAR
Join us at the Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, and Technology for a morning of discovery. Explore the canopy boardwalk among the banyans, climb to the top of the crow’s nest, take in breathtaking panoramic views, and make an exciting exit from the building via slide. Program suitable for all ages.
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Green Explorers: Salty Shenanigans at Emerson Point Preserve
10:00am - 12:00pm
27 MAR
A seasoning, cleaning product, and an ecosystem, this teeny chemical makes an enormous impact on the world. Using hands-on discovery, and the participant's own creativity attendees will have a chance to play while learning salt's vital role in nature. Green Explorers is a low-structured, highly social, and experienced-based activity. Program suitable for all ages, recommended for age 5- 12 year olds, but all are welcome. For more information contact coral.bass@mymanatee.org. Register online at https://events.humanitix.com/green-explorers-salty-shenanigan
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Nature Night at the NEST: Carnivorous Plants at Robinson Preserve
6:00pm - 7:00pm
27 MAR
Join us at The NEST at Robinson Preserve for an exciting new lecture series that features local experts in the fascinating realms of science, nature, and history. Whether you’re a lifelong learner or simply curious, these talks are designed to engage and inspire! Our March lecture will feature Kenny Coogan, Education Director of the International Carnivorous Plant Society and owner of a carnivorous plant nursery in Tampa, FL. Discover how these incredible species have evolved unique adaptations to capture and digest prey. Learn about where these plants can be found in the wild and the important role they play in the environment. In addition to the lecture, our speaker will have live carnivorous plants and his book, Florida’s Carnivorous Plants, available for purchase. Program suitable for adults. For more information contact elena.burke@mymanatee.org. Register online at https://events.humanitix.com/nature-nights-at-the-nest-carnivorous-plants
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Attend Outdoor Education Programs & Events
Check out the great events, classes and tours happening in YOUR preserves.
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Book a Preserve Field Trip or Tour
Book a field trip or private tour for your group.
Explore the Florida Red Tide Toolkit
The toolkit outlines the causes and effects of red tide, which affects marine life, human health, and the local economy in Florida.
Explore the Historic Reasoner Tract
The Reasoner Tract, part of Robinson Preserve in Manatee County, features some of the historic plants introduced to the region by the Reasoner family.
Volunteer at Manatee County
Welcome to our Manatee County Volunteers in Action community!
Volunteer in a Preserve
By volunteering in the preserves, you will make a positive impact on the environment. Volunteers help preserve the homes of native plants and animals, re-establishing much-needed habitat.
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Advisory Board
Environmental Lands Management and Acquisition Advisory Committee (ELMAC)
Next Meeting
4/7/2025
1112 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Manatee County's Community Garden Program is dedicated to the development and education of new and existing community gardens. Through research based methods, professional advice and educational outreach, the Community Gardens Program is devoted to creating successful, functional and socially uplifting garden spaces. We offer assistance with all types of community gardens including vegetable, fruit and pollinator gardens.
For more information please contact:
Community Gardens Program Assistant
Mack Lessig
(941) 722-4524 ext. 1821
mlessig@ufl.edu
For more information please contact:
Community Gardens Program Assistant
Mack Lessig
(941) 722-4524 ext. 1821
mlessig@ufl.edu
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Education and Volunteer Division
Education & Volunteer Divison Manager : Aedan Stockdale
The Education & Volunteer Division of Natural Resources oversees programs designed to connect people with nature through hands-on, educational experiences.More Information