BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170615Z UID:3750-1785247200-1785250800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-21/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170608Z UID:3748-1784642400-1784646000@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-20/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170600Z UID:3746-1784037600-1784041200@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-19/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170542Z UID:3744-1783432800-1783436400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-18/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170534Z UID:3742-1782828000-1782831600@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-17/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170526Z UID:3740-1782223200-1782226800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-16/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260403T131243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T133523Z UID:3680-1782136800-1782316800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Teachers on the Estuary 2026 DESCRIPTION:Come explore the beauty of Apalachicola Bay and Dog Island Sound by boat and by land. This class offers opportunities to learn how to use nature journaling as an interdisciplinary tool for teaching students of all ages and abilities. Nature journaling is an inquiry-based method that uses numbers\, words\, and pictures to explore students’ own questions and ignite their curiosity. Teachers will use it as an access point to learn about the estuarine ecosystem\, and its versatility will be demonstrated on the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve boat\, the FSU Coastal Marine Lab boat\, as well as in the marsh and on the shoreline. Come and meet the wonders of our watershed and join other educators to share best practices. We will also present a travelling trunk that contains everything you need\, including a wave tank that allows students to become restoration and ecosystem scientists working on living shorelines and erosion prevention. These trunks will be available to sign out from us and also several other locations throughout the state of Florida for the 2026/2027 school year.\nThis workshop will take place in multiple locations with major meeting points including the following: FSU Coastal Marine Lab and the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve. Free overnight accommodations are available at the FSU Coastal Marine Lab dorms with full kitchen access. All classes and course materials are free of charge.\nLogistics: June 22\, 2026 (Check in Day\, Introductions): 2-6PM June 23-24\, 2026: 9AM to 4PM 19 contact hours Snacks\, Lunch\, and 1 dinner provided. Any grade level\, Any discipline. This workshop will be capped at 20 participants\, and we will add names to a waiting list if anyone cancels.\nContact for more details: robert.gorecki@floridadep.gov or melanie.humble@floridadep.gov Meeting Locations: Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve 108 Island Dr. Eastpoint\, FL 32328 And FSUCML 3618 US 98 St. Teresa\, FL 32346 URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/teachers-on-the-estuary-2026/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170517Z UID:3738-1781618400-1781622000@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-15/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170511Z UID:3736-1781013600-1781017200@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-14/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260427T163657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T170505Z UID:3734-1780408800-1780412400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Turtle Talk Tuesdays at Apalachicola NERR DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs\, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe and welcoming for nesting turtles.\nThis free\, family friendly event is a great way to beat the heat and connect with the coast. \n*This event is expected to reach capacity\, we recommend arriving early. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/turtle-talk-tuesdays-at-apalachicola-nerr-13/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Turtle Talk Tuesdays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1003-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260416T153325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T153325Z UID:3701-1779098400-1779103800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:NOAA/NWS Marine Workshop DESCRIPTION:Attention Boaters! Interested in safely navigating the waters and being prepared for hazardous weather? \n  \nJoin us for a free educational workshop\, in partnership with: Florida Department of Environmental Protection \n  \nSome of the topics covered include precision navigation\, nautical charts\, marine forecasts\, and weather warnings. \n  \nMonday May 18th – 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM ET \n  \nApalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve \nMultipurpose Room \n108 Island Dr\, Eastpoint\, FL 32328 \n  \nRegister at https://weather.gov/tae/workshop \n  \nQuestions? Contact Lance.Franck@noaa.gov URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/noaa-nws-marine-workshop/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/NWS-Marine-Educational-Workshop_Eastpoint.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260424T135436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T190516Z UID:3716-1778832000-1778844600@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Birding 101 DESCRIPTION:Curious about birds and bird watching? This workshop is a great place to start and will give you the basic knowledge to turn that curiosity into confidence! \nJoin us for Birding 101\nHave you ever wanted to learn more about birdwatching but weren’t sure where to begin? This introductory class is the perfect starting point. \nLocal expert Paul Wharton\, a longtime birder and recent retiree from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission\, will guide participants through the fundamentals of birding. The session will cover bird identification\, basic bird biology\, recommended field guides\, and the species commonly found in our area—along with plenty of time for questions. \nAfter the classroom portion\, we’ll head outdoors to a nearby location to practice what you’ve learned and start building your birding skills in real time. \nWhether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills\, this class will help you see—and hear—the natural world in a whole new way. \nRegister at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/birding-101-tickets-1988176474355?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/birding-101/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/536001835_1162736949232774_5593128644669453874_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T173000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260316T150101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150101Z UID:3650-1777642200-1777656600@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Estuaries Day DESCRIPTION:The Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve will celebrate Estuaries Day on Friday\, May 1st\, from 1:30-5:30 pm E.T. in Eastpoint. The event is free and will include fun educational activities for kids and adults\, and estuary-themed games. Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult. \nNew activities will be debuting this year such as ink block art printing\, Be Bay Aware\, the junior water quality lab\, and living shoreline demonstrations. Old favorites will also be returning\, including the cast net game\, the wacky waterfront race\, aquatic animal touch tanks\, live oyster microscope viewing\, glass grinding and sand art\, Be-A-Bear\, and more! \nAttendees can also tour ANERR’s 5\,400 square-foot Nature Center with its three large aquariums filled with local estuarine and marine life\, an 80-foot-long mural depicting the area ecosystems\, and a hands-on Bay Discovery Room. \nThe first visitors will receive a free T-shirt (for ages three and up). For more information contact the Apalachicola National Research Reserve at 850-670-7700. \nDate and Time: 1:30-5:30 pm E.T. \nWHERE: Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\n108 Island Drive (Public entrance and parking)\nEastpoint\, Florida \nHOW: Free public event.\nFor more information\, call ANERR’s main number: (850) 670-7700. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/estuaries-day-2026/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Estuaries-Day-2026-Flier-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T182016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182016Z UID:3562-1777467600-1777473000@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Bay Friendly Landscaping DESCRIPTION:Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will feature resources on landscaping in Florida’s unique soil conditions\, where to buy plants and seeds\, innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens\, green roofs\, and bio-swales. Come find out how to be good to the bay and reduce the time you spend on maintenance! \nPlease register for the class in advance: https://BayFriendlyLandscapingApr-29-2026.eventbrite.com \nFor information call or email Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 Anita.Grove@FloridaDEP.gov URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/bay-friendly-landscaping-25/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/White-Indigo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260406T172642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T172642Z UID:3692-1776852000-1776866400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Celebration – Turn the Tide on Waste\nApril 22\, 2026\, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm\nRiverfront Park\, Apalachicola \nCelebrate Earth Day April 22nd from 10am-2pm on beautiful Apalachicola waterfront and discover simple ways you can help turn the tide on waste. Join friends\, neighbors\, and local organizations at Riverfront Park for a fun and informative community event focused on reuse\, recycling\, and caring for our coast. \nMeet local experts and volunteers who are working every day to protect the Apalachicola River and Bay. Learn practical ways to reduce waste at home\, recycle more effectively\, and give new life to everyday items. \n\nBring a glass bottle to recycle and receive a free plant while supplies last!\nDiscover how oyster shell recycling and Vertical Oyster Gardening can help restore Apalachicola Bay.\nLearn how to recycle aluminum cans\, glass bottles and jars\, and cardboard in Franklin County.\nRecycle worn or stained clothing with the City Recycling Group.\nDiscover native plants and sustainable landscaping ideas.\nConnect with local groups working to protect our environment.\n\nThis community event is hosted in partnership with Keep Florida Beautiful\, Keep Franklin County Beautiful\, the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, Franklin County Solid Waste\, Florida DEP Waste Reduction and Recycling Education\, Florida Corps\, City of Apalachicola\, Florida Native Plant Society – Sarracenia Chapter\, Florida State Parks\, Apalachicola Riverkeeper\, City Recycling Group\, and the Florida State University Coastal and Marine Laboratory. \nBring your friends\, bring your family\, and bring a bottle to recycle. Together we can make a difference in the places we love! URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/celebrate-earth-day/ LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 175199 Water St\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Earth-Day-QR-code-Flyer-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260316T145426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T145628Z UID:3638-1776852000-1776866400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day DESCRIPTION:Join Keep Florida Beautiful and our environmental partners for a day of education and action. \nBring a glass bottle to be recycled\, get a free plant! URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/celebrate-earth-day-2026/ LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 175199 Water St\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Earth-Day-2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T181147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T181859Z UID:3552-1776429000-1776443400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Apalachicola Estuary Exploration DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the estuary we depend on\, Apalachicola Bay and its connected ecosystem. Learn about the habitats and inhabitants of the estuary and how the river and bay are intricately linked. We will see these habitats up close aboard the Reserve’s research vessel the Tideline. This class is free; however\, reservations are required. \nThe purpose of this class is to help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosystem. Participants will learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and Bay and appreciate the value of these systems. After the in-class portion\, participants will embark on a journey aboard the Reserve’s research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the ecosystems. \nPlease Note:\nThis trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat. \nThis class is intended for adult education purposes\, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older. \nIf you have taken this class before\, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn. \nTickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by registering on Eventbrite https://EstuaryClassApr2026.eventbrite.com If you have any further questions\, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Anita.Grove@FloridaDep.gov or 850-670-7708. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/apalachicola-estuary-exploration-13/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/0000251_photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T181713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T181713Z UID:3559-1775642400-1775647800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Oyster Ecology DESCRIPTION:Learn about the role oysters play in the health of Apalachicola Bay. Discover what makes the bay so ideal for growing oysters\, what gives our oysters their distinct flavor\, and how oyster bars benefit the ecosystem. We will also look at possible causes of the oysters collapse and what is being done to restore them to Apalachicola Bay. Participants will get the chance examine these creatures under our high-powered microscope\, and learn more about the animals that live in our bay and along the tidal flats. \nRegistration is free but required. To register go to: https://OysterClassApr2026.eventbrite.com \n  URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/oyster-ecology-28/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/oyster-clump-KW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260403T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T181605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T181605Z UID:3557-1775219400-1775233800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Apalachicola River & Floodplain Exploration DESCRIPTION:The Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Come learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, and the impact interstate relationships play in the control of the river. After the in-class portion\, we will embark on a journey up the river aboard the ANERR research vessel Henry Lee to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river.\nThis class is free\, however reservations are required. \nThis class seeks to help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosystem. Participants will learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, as well as the Bay to come to appreciate the impact of these systems. After the in-class portion\, participants will embark on a journey up the river aboard the Reserve’s research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river. \nPlease Note:\nThis trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat.\nThis class is intended for adult education purposes\, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older.\nIf you have taken this class before\, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn. \nTickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by registering on Eventbrite https://RiverClassApr2026.eventbrite.com If you have any further questions\, email Anita Grove Anita.Grove@FloridaDep.gov. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/apalachicola-river-floodplain-exploration-17/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/AP-River-mouth-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T181424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T181424Z UID:3555-1775048400-1775053800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Bay Friendly Landscaping DESCRIPTION:Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will feature resources on landscaping in Florida’s unique soil conditions\, where to buy plants and seeds\, innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens\, green roofs\, and bio-swales. Come find out how to be good to the bay and reduce the time you spend on maintenance! \nPlease register for the class in advance: https://BayFriendlyLandscapingApr-1-2026.eventbrite.com \nFor information call or email Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 Anita.Grove@FloridaDEP.gov URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/bay-friendly-landscaping-24/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/White-Indigo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T182558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T182558Z UID:3566-1774616400-1774621800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Living Shorelines DESCRIPTION:Coastal erosion is a natural process. Wind\, currents\, and wave action constantly reshape shorelines. While seawalls might seem like a permanent solution\, they often increase erosion on neighboring properties and can fail during intense storms. Living shorelines use plants and natural materials to stabilize shorelines\, support the surrounding intertidal environment\, and create habitats for both aquatic and terrestrial species. Understanding these coastal-friendly landscaping practices can help stabilize your property and stem erosion. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/living-shorelines-2/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Videophotos-by-Mike-Dumas-1TNC-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T175642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T153644Z UID:3544-1774009800-1774024200@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Apalachicola River & Floodplain Exploration DESCRIPTION:The Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Come learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, and the impact interstate relationships play in the control of the river. After the in-class portion\, we will embark on a journey up the river aboard the ANERR research vessel Henry Lee to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river.\nThis class is free\, however reservations are required. \nThis class seeks to help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosystem. Participants will learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, as well as the Bay to come to appreciate the impact of these systems. After the in-class portion\, participants will embark on a journey up the river aboard the Reserve’s research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river. \nPlease Note:\nThis trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat.\nThis class is intended for adult education purposes\, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older.\nIf you have taken this class before\, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn. \nTickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by registering on Eventbrite https://RiverClassMar2026.eventbrite.com If you have any further questions\, email Anita Grove Anita.Grove@FloridaDep.gov. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/apalachicola-river-floodplain-exploration-16/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/AP-River-mouth-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T180643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152058Z UID:3550-1773752400-1773757800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Bay Friendly Landscaping DESCRIPTION:Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will feature resources on landscaping in Florida’s unique soil conditions\, where to buy plants and seeds\, innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens\, green roofs\, and bio-swales. Come find out how to be good to the bay and reduce the time you spend on maintenance! \nPlease register for the class in advance: https://BayFriendlyLandscapingMar2026.eventbrite.com \nFor information call or email Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 Anita.Grove@FloridaDEP.gov URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/bay-friendly-landscaping-23/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/White-Indigo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T182306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T153624Z UID:3564-1773405000-1773419400@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Apalachicola Estuary Exploration DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the estuary we depend on\, Apalachicola Bay and its connected ecosystem. Learn about the habitats and inhabitants of the estuary and how the river and bay are intricately linked. We will see these habitats up close aboard the Reserve’s research vessel the Tideline. This class is free; however\, reservations are required. \nThe purpose of this class is to help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosystem. Participants will learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and Bay and appreciate the value of these systems. After the in-class portion\, participants will embark on a journey aboard the Reserve’s research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the ecosystems. \nPlease Note:\nThis trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat. \nThis class is intended for adult education purposes\, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older. \nIf you have taken this class before\, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn. \nTickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by registering on Eventbrite https://EstuaryClassMar2026.eventbrite.com If you have any further questions\, please do not hesitate to get in touch with Anita.Grove@FloridaDep.gov or 850-670-7708. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/apalachicola-estuary-exploration-14/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/0000251_photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T175854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T175854Z UID:3546-1773223200-1773228600@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Oyster Ecology DESCRIPTION:Learn about the role oysters play in the health of Apalachicola Bay. Discover what makes the bay so ideal for growing oysters\, what gives our oysters their distinct flavor\, and how oyster bars benefit the ecosystem. We will also look at possible causes of the oysters collapse and what is being done to restore them to Apalachicola Bay. Participants will get the chance examine these creatures under our high-powered microscope\, and learn more about the animals that live in our bay and along the tidal flats. \nRegistration is free but required. To register go to: https://OysterClassMar2026.eventbrite.com \n  URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/oyster-ecology-27/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/oyster-clump-KW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251021T125008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T125421Z UID:3497-1772064000-1772150399@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Reserve Symposium State of the Watershed: Threats\, Challenges\, and Opportunities DESCRIPTION:Join the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve for its 5th Symposium: State of the Watershed: Threats\, Challenges\, and Opportunities. This two-day in-person symposium will highlight research\, restoration\, and partnerships within the Reserve and adjacent areas. It will feature sessions on river and floodplain ecology\, metabolism\, habitat status and changes\, and restoration.\nThis symposium offers a valuable forum to exchange knowledge\, foster collaboration\, and inspire science-based solutions that strengthen stewardship of this nationally significant estuarine system. Through presentations and discussions\, participants will deepen their understanding of the watershed’s current condition\, identify emerging threats\, and explore opportunities to sustain its long-term health and productivity. To register go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-of-the-watershed-threats-challenges-and-opportunities-symposium-tickets-1796630994669?aff=oddtdtcreator \nThursday\, February 26th 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST\nReception and poster session to follow 4:15 – 6 p.m. EST \nFriday\, February 27th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/reserve-symposium-state-of-the-watershed-threats-challenges-and-opportunities/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/0000251_photo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T174704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T174704Z UID:3541-1771590600-1771605000@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Apalachicola River & Floodplain Exploration DESCRIPTION:The Apalachicola River has been called “the Lifeblood of the Bay.” Come learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, and the impact interstate relationships play in the control of the river. After the in-class portion\, we will embark on a journey up the river aboard the ANERR research vessel Henry Lee to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river.\nThis class is free\, however reservations are required. \nThis class seeks to help residents of Franklin and neighboring counties understand the value of this connected ecosystem. Participants will learn about the ecology\, culture\, and history of the Apalachicola River and floodplain\, as well as the Bay to come to appreciate the impact of these systems. After the in-class portion\, participants will embark on a journey up the river aboard the Reserve’s research vessel to get an up-close look at some of the floodplain ecosystems and distributaries of the river. \nPlease Note:\nThis trip will require moderate walking and climbing in and out of a boat.\nThis class is intended for adult education purposes\, so we kindly ask that people registering be 16 years or older.\nIf you have taken this class before\, please withhold from making reservations allowing others a chance to learn. \nTickets for the class are free but must be claimed in advance by registering on Eventbrite https://RiverClassFeb2026.eventbrite.com If you have any further questions\, email Anita Grove Anita.Grove@FloridaDep.gov. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/apalachicola-river-floodplain-exploration-13/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/AP-River-mouth-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T174106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T174106Z UID:3539-1771419600-1771425000@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Bay Friendly Landscaping DESCRIPTION:Yard design and maintenance can have a big effect on adjacent water bodies. Participants in this workshop will learn about resources to help them transform their yard into a luscious bay conscious landscape. The class will feature resources on landscaping in Florida’s unique soil conditions\, where to buy plants and seeds\, innovative Green Infrastructure techniques such as rain gardens\, green roofs\, and bio-swales. Come find out how to be good to the bay and reduce the time you spend on maintenance! \nPlease register for the class in advance: https://BayFriendlyLandscapingFeb2026.eventbrite.com \nFor information call or email Anita Grove at (850) 670-7708 Anita.Grove@FloridaDEP.gov URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/bay-friendly-landscaping-22/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/White-Indigo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20251210T172916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T172916Z UID:3537-1770890400-1770895800@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Oyster Ecology DESCRIPTION:Learn about the role oysters play in the health of Apalachicola Bay. Discover what makes the bay so ideal for growing oysters\, what gives our oysters their distinct flavor\, and how oyster bars benefit the ecosystem. We will also look at possible causes of the oysters collapse and what is being done to restore them to Apalachicola Bay. Participants will get the chance examine these creatures under our high-powered microscope\, and learn more about the animals that live in our bay and along the tidal flats. \nRegistration is free but required. To register go to: https://OysterClassFeb2026.eventbrite.com \n  URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/oyster-ecology-26/ LOCATION:Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve\, 108 Island Dr.\, Eastpoint\, FL\, 32328\, United States CATEGORIES:Stewardship Serise ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/oyster-clump-KW.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T083640 CREATED:20260116T160034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T160034Z UID:3624-1769094000-1769097600@www.apalachicolareserve.com SUMMARY:Lessons Learned and Pearls of Wisdom from the Bay: Oyster Restoration in Apalachicola DESCRIPTION:Emily Fuqua will kick off the Sci-Cafe series this year with oyster restoration projects she has been involved in around the Apalachicola Bay area. By integrating oyster biology and restorative aquaculture approaches into restoration\, these projects aim to support Florida’s oyster populations and their ecosystems\, and they incorporate a large array of techniques from larval culture to drone mapping. Emily will highlight promising additional and alternative approaches to traditional oyster restoration for Florida and the Apalachicola Bay area. \nEmily recently earned her PhD at Florida State University in December 2025. Her background includes finfish and shellfish restoration using traditional and restorative aquaculture techniques for fisheries management and ecosystem restoration. She has worked with culturally and economically important species\, such as cobia\, redfish\, and oysters in South Carolina and Florida. Her research focuses on conservation and restoration of important coastal species and ecosystems. To register go to https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4207101376533861470 After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. URL:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/event/lessons-learned-and-pearls-of-wisdom-from-the-bay-oyster-restoration-in-apalachicola/ LOCATION:GoToWebinar\, online CATEGORIES:Sci-Cafe,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.apalachicolareserve.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Emily-Fuqua-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR