Gumbo Limbo - Wednesday 03/10/2010

Flying Fish Kites

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02/26/2010
02/26/2010
03/23/2010
04/20/2010
02/26/2010
05/28/2010

Open to all ages. An adult must sign-up and participate with children ages 10 and under. Come to Gumbo Limbo and let your beach jewelry creations become your own special treasures. It could be that cool surfer necklace you always wanted or that necklace to wear on a night out. Learn about and make your creations from shells, shark teeth and so much more - each piece comes with a piece of marine history. Take the skills you learn and soon this fun activity will become a self-rewarding hobby. Reservations and prepayment required (561) 391-8110.

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01/16/2010

Rain Barrel Workshop

Looking for relief? How about a lower water bill, freedom from water restrictions, and that environmentally conscious gold star you’ve always wanted? Reintroducing… rain barrels. The ancient idea of harvesting rainwater for dry seasons is gaining popularity with tightening water restrictions statewide. Learn about this water catchment system designed to collect and store the rainwater that is normally diverted to storm drains, lost to evaporation, or restricted to a localized area. It is estimated that a rain barrel can save ~1,300 gallons of free water during summer months that can be used for a variety of purposes, from watering gardens and landscaping to washing your pets and vehicles. Join RainLife Rain Barrels for this exciting, free workshop at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. Reservations are encouraged, but not required (561) 391-8110.

This program starts on the following dates:

04/18/2010

Gyotaku

Before cameras were invented, fisherman documented their catch by making fish prints. Recreate this traditional art on your own pre-washed shirt or pre-washed canvas bag.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/30/2010
01/21/2010

Meeting of the Audubon Society of the Everglades

The Audubon Society of the Everglades will be holding a special meeting in Gumbo Limbo Nature Center's classrooom. This meeting is open to the public.

This program starts on the following dates:

02/26/2010
02/26/2010
03/16/2010
04/20/2010
01/19/2010
02/16/2010

Sunflower Creative Arts’ Shakespeare for Everyone Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

Sunflower Creative Arts’ Shakespeare for Everyone Presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” Sunflower Creative Arts, in partnership with Target®, will present a performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 North Ocean Blvd., Feb. 7, at 1:00 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheatre. The 75-minute adaptation will be performed by Sunflower Creative Arts’ new children’s repertory theatre group, Shakespeare for Everyone. Admission is free. Sunflower Creative Arts, in partnership with Target®, will present a performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer’s Night Dream” at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 North Ocean Blvd., Feb. 7, at 1:00 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheatre. The 75-minute adaptation will be performed by Sunflower Creative Arts’ new children’s repertory theatre group, Shakespeare for Everyone. Admission is free.

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04/10/2010

Hatchling Release and Ticket Information: Members-Only Presale

We are sorry, but the the Hatchling Release Tickets are Sold Out. Thank you for your interest. The hatchlings released during this program are a result of the Turtle Specialists’ hard work. Nests that hatched three days earlier are excavated and inventoried by the turtle specialists; any remaining hatchlings are released during this night program. After a short video and informative discussion, participants are led out to the beach. After a line is drawn in the sand to keep feet and hatchlings from interacting, the hatchlings are freed to make their way to the water. Hatchling Releases will be held on Monday though Thursday evenings, July 27 – August 13 (8:00 pm - 9:30 pm) and August 17 - September 11 (7:30 pm - 9:00 pm). This program is for all ages, and an adult must participate with children under the age of 18. Click on title for more information.

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Hatchling Release and Ticket Information: General Sale

We are sorry, but the the Hatchling Release Tickets are Sold Out. Thank you for your interest. The hatchlings released during this program are a result of the Turtle Specialists’ hard work. Nests that hatched three days earlier are excavated and inventoried by the turtle specialists; any remaining hatchlings are released during this night program. After a short video and informative discussion, participants are led out to the beach. After a line is drawn in the sand to keep feet and hatchlings from interacting, the hatchlings are freed to make their way to the water. Hatchling Releases will be held on Monday though Thursday evenings, July 27 – August 13 (8:00 pm - 9:30 pm) and August 17 - September 11 (7:30 pm - 9:00 pm). This program is for all ages, and an adult must participate with children under the age of 18. Click on title for more information.

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The Great Backyard Bird Count at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center

Join Rick for a walk around the grounds of Gumbo Limbo as we search for birds and count them for the 13th Annual Great Backyard Bird Count! Learn how to enter our results in the national database. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Open to beginners and experts alike!

This program starts on the following dates:

02/13/2010

Turtle Walk and Ticket Information: General Sale

Turtle Walks will be held on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings (9:00 pm - 11:00 pm) May 25 though July 1. This program is for ages 8 and up, and an adult must participate with children under the age of 18. Tickets are $10 each for non-members. The General Sale will begin on Saturday, May 8 at 9:00 am and continue until tickets are sold out. There is a ticket limit of 6 per person.

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05/08/2010

Turtle Walk and Ticket Information: Members-Only Presale

About the Turtle Walk Ticket Sales Have you joined Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, Inc., upgraded or renewed your membership for 2010? In order to be eligible for the Members-Only Presale for the 2010 Turtle Walks, be sure to join or upgrade by April 30. You cannot become a new member and purchase tickets during the Members-Only Presale (May 1-7). The number of tickets each member is permitted to purchase is dependant on your membership level: Ticket Limits: Individual Membership: 2 tickets per member at the presale Family Memberships: 6 tickets per member at the presale Contributor Membership: 10 tickets per member at the presale

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05/01/2010

CANCELLED - I am drawing with Pascal

We are sorry, but due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. We hope to bring it back in 2011. Have a budding artist, or a child that simply likes to doodle? Bring them to Gumbo Limbo to work on a painting of their own. Children ages 5-10 may enter an art contest by adding colors and other designs to an outline of one of Pascal’s paintings (winners announced at Sea Turtle Day on March 13).

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02/06/2010

Fifth Annual Sea Turtle Day

Join us at Gumbo Limbo on Saturday, March 13 for our Fifth Annual Sea Turtle Day. Celebrate sea turtles, marine life, and our oceans as well as our terrestrial species and habitats in a fun-filled family day of environmental education. All species and habitats are interconnected; learn what conservation actions you can take in your daily life to help make our world a better, cleaner place to live. This year we will focus on responsible fishing. Visitors will have the opportunity to visit our new sea turtle rehabilitation facility, which will be open for the first time to the public. See our sea turtle patients, which have been here since early January when they became cold-stunned. Learn more about them by talking to our sea turtle specialist, rehab technicians, and docents. Say hi to representatives from the National Save the Sea Turtle Foundation, one of the organizations that helped us get up and running.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/13/2010

Sailor's Valentine

Sailors, when on shore leave on islands far from home, found seashell encrusted valentine boxes created by local artisans. These became a treasured gift to a sweetheart or mother. You are invited to create a valentine box from our cache of shells.

This program starts on the following dates:

01/30/2010

Ornaments Naturally

Create ornaments and decorations with holiday themes using shells, sea beans, pine cones and unusual natural materials. Materials are provided. Boost your creativity and join in the wealth of ideas.

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Night Explorers

Owls, stars, bugs, things that go bump, some that glow and much more to know! Hike with creatures of the night along the flashlight illuminated boardwalk. See the tanks under a different light. Peek at the night sky through a telescope in the company of an astronomer, courtesy of the Palm Beach County Astronomical Society. Explore the nightlife at Gumbo Limbo with a naturalist in tow, family fun in a natural setting.

This program starts on the following dates:

01/22/2010
02/19/2010
03/26/2010

Guided Hammock Walk

Enjoy a walk on our elveated boardwalk with one of our knowledgeable naturalists.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/03/2010
04/14/2010
03/10/2010
04/28/2010
02/28/2010
02/14/2010
01/31/2010
01/17/2010
01/03/2010
01/06/2010
01/13/2010
01/20/2010
01/27/2010
02/03/2010
02/10/2010
02/17/2010
02/24/2010
03/14/2010
04/21/2010
04/07/2010
03/31/2010
03/24/2010
03/17/2010
03/28/2010
04/11/2010
04/25/2010

Bird Walk

Visit a South Florida habitat in search of South Florida’s resident and migrating birds. Meet at Gumbo Limbo; depending on what bird species are in the area, we may stay on Gumbo Limbo property, or we may travel by van to offsite locations.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/10/2010
03/20/2010
04/10/2010
01/13/2010
01/23/2010
02/17/2010

Boca Beachcombing

Limpets, lightning whelks and topsnails are just a few of the shells you can find on Florida’s beaches. Meet at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center for an introductory talk about seashells and the animals that make them. Then we will caravan over to Red Reef Park where we will walk the beach in search of ocean treasures.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/31/2010
01/28/2010
02/25/2010
05/25/2010

Canoeing the Mangroves

Enjoy a tour of the boardwalk at Rutherford Park, followed by a paddle through the mangrove trails and back along the shoreline of the Intracoastal. Experience is necessary to maneuver through the mangrove trails. Children must be age 7 or older, and there must be one adult for each child. We are sorry; the December 22 class is full. At this time, we do not have additonal dates scheduled.

This program starts on the following dates:

04/03/2010
03/31/2010
04/29/2010
03/04/2010
02/17/2010

Boca Nature Trails for Adults

Join our naturalist for a hike through sandy scrub or pine flatwoods, from ocean to Intracoastal, all within the nature preserves of Boca Raton. Come prepared with outdoor clothing, sneakers or hiking shoes, insect repellent, sun protection and drinking water. Meet at Gumbo Limbo and caravan to the “site of the month” (some trails A.D.A. accessible; call to inquire).

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Solar Science

We live in the sunshine state, yet what do you really know about the sun? Meet at Gumbo Limbo, and travel by van to Florida Atlantic University for a science lecture. Then climb the stairs up to the observatory and see our active star up close for yourself.

This program starts on the following dates:

04/02/2010
01/08/2010
02/05/2010
03/05/2010

Seining the Lagoon

Explore the grasses and flats of the Intracoastal Waterway behind Gumbo Limbo. Hand-held dip nets and large seine nets allow us to catch and release a variety of fish, shrimp, crabs and other marine life. Wear clothes that can get wet and old sneakers or wading shoes (no flip flops), and bring a change of clothes and shoes.

This program starts on the following dates:

01/14/2010
02/11/2010
03/29/2010

Life on the Rocks

The submerged rocks at Red Reef Park provide a habitat for a variety of species of animals like fish, crabs and snails. Join us at low tide to explore the rocks and sea life at Red Reef Park. Bring your beachwear! Meet at Gumbo Limbo Nature Center.

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Wetlands Walk

Wakodahatchee is a man-made wetland which has become a favorite for birders and photographers. Bring your binoculars and join us for a ¾ mile guided boardwalk tour to learn more about Florida’s wetland ecosystems.

This program starts on the following dates:

03/11/2010
01/05/2010
01/21/2010
02/02/2010
02/18/2010
04/15/2010
04/06/2010
03/02/2010

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