Community Outreach Programming

Please add following events to your calendar.

CAS Program Schedule

As part of our extensive community outreach programming, CAS hosts a series of educational events. With few exceptions, these meetings are free and open to the public. They are designed to educate, entertain or both, and to better acquaint our members and area residents with the species that we steward. Each event begins with a Mix & Mingle session where you can meet a variety of people from all walks of life who share a common passion. We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion are essential to creating global citizens who celebrate the unique differences of all and understand that each person plays a critical role in our global society.

Programs Schedule Table

Monthly meetings are held at Moccasin Lake Nature Park the 1st Monday of the month (unless a holiday) from October to May. Meet & Greet at 6:30PM, Program begins at 7PM.

We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion are essential to creating global citizens who celebrate the unique differences of all and understand that each person plays a critical role in our global society.
View our previous programs on our YouTube channel.

2023-24 Scheduled Programs
MONTH SPEAKER DETAILS
Oct 2 @ 7PM Melissa Edwards Albatross at the Midway Atoll
Midway Atoll's (Kauaihelani) three small islands provide a virtually predator-free safe haven for the world's largest albatross colony. Melissa Edwards (Avian Hospital Director at Seaside Sanctuary) shares her experiences volunteering this past year.
Nov 6 @ 7PM Kara Cook Rooftop Stewarding
The Rooftop Nesting stewardship program is vital to preserving populations of shorebirds who are no longer able to find safe nesting on our shorelines. Kara Cook, Audubon Florida's Rooftop Biologist, will share multiple ways volunteers can get involved to help out rooftop nesting birds.
Dec 4 @ 7PM Dr. Ken Meyer ARCI Conservation
ARCI is a leader in the tracking of wild birds. They focus on applied ecological studies of rare and imperiled birds. Dr. Meyer will share with us how they gather the scientific data that are used to guide conservation projects.
Jan 8 @ 7PM Paul Trunk Birding Arizona
Overall, Arizona’s species list of around 550 is the highest of any state without an ocean coastline. Paul Trunk will share his recent birding trip with species and hotspots to encourage you to plan your next trip.
Feb 5 @ 7PM Jim McGinity The Florida Young Birders Club
Jim McGinity has a strong interest in educating the next generation of bird conservationists. He formed the YBC with support from local Audubon chapters and the Florida Ornithological Society (FOS) to begin laying the foundation for expanding the Florida Young Birders Club state-wide. Jim, along with a few members, will share the experiences of this vibrant young group and share their passion.
Mar 4 @ 7PM Wes Tallyn The Science of the Chase
Wes Tallyn is an avid birder, scientist, outdoor enthusiast and writer for Coastal Angler Magazine and Gulfster.com. Owner of Snook Jam Outdoors, he will be sharing resources and methodologies he uses to learn more about a species he is 'chasing' to get that perfect shot.
Apr 1 @ 7PM Marianne Korosy, PhD Birds and Wildlife of Antarctica, South Georgia, Falklands, and the Southern Ocean
Penguins, seabirds, terrestrial birds, whales, fur seals, and elephant seals will be highlighted in addition to interesting historical aspects of this 20-day journey in the Southern Ocean.
May 6 @ 7PM Janette Edwards Friends of the Pelicans Founder
Janette will share her passion for protecting Pelicans and other birds from human interference like being entangled or hooked. This program will be educational and might encourage you to help identify an injured bird and get them the help they need.

Are you an angler? We're having a trebel trade at this meeting. Bring your lures that have treble hooks and trade them for inline hooks. Lure adjustments while you wait. 6:30PM

"Come forth into the light of things, let Nature be your teacher". ~William Wordsworth

 

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