Programs

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.

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.

October 7^th Welcome back Movie Night: "Path of the Panther” ss a story of new hope for the recovery of an iconic endangered species and its Everglades home – and a global example of how protecting wildlife corridors can sustain balance for nature and people. With the “Path of the Panther” book & autographed poster giveaway.

November 4th Potluck & “What have we learned about Southeastern American Kestrels from thirty years of research and conservation?” with Karl E. Miller, PhD. Come hear an updated assessment of the conservation biology of one of our favorite threatened species. Miller will shed light on some common misunderstandings about this bird and provide new information about habitat needs and statewide population trends.

December 2nd “The FL Ornithological Society’s Programs and Activities” with FOS President Ann Paul. Ann will share the current and past activities of the Florida Ornithological Society.

January 6th “Birds of Alaska” with Tom & Lindsey Bell Alaska: Denali NP, Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, SE Alaska, Prince William Sound and the Anchorage area.

February 3rd "Cuba and Its Endemic Birds" with Marianne Korosy, PhD Cuba has 28 endemic bird species together with a number of West Indian endemics. The presentation will cover endemics and their habitats together with some of the sights and people living in present-day contemporary Cuba.

March 3rd “Birding Texas” with Paul Trunk Texas offers some the best birding in the US. The talk will cover  some of the special birds of the Hill Country, Rio Grande Valley and Big Bend NP.

April 7th Washington State’s own Shep Thorp “Birding Washington State” Washington offers some great birding land or sea and some of the most scenic views in the US.

May 5th Birds of  Panama with Madeleine Bohrer What do you get when you add 7 days + 12 friends + endless birds? A great trip to Panama! Join us to share our experiences!