Calendar of Events

  • April

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    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group Meeting
    April 2
    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group Meeting
    April 3
    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    April 4
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park Native Plant Day &
    Earth Day Celebration
    April 6, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
    John Pennekamp State Park
    U.S. 1 Mile Marker 102.5
    Key Largo, Florida 33037

    Learn about importance of native plants and celebrate Earth Day as nursery volunteers from Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock teach how to propagate and care for native plants, and how to plant butterfly gardens. Native plants, raised by the nursery volunteers, will be given to Key Largo residents. Be sure to stop by the Sanctuary education booth.

     

    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meeting
    April 16, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meetings and Announcements
    Hawk's Cay
    61 Hawk's Cay Boulevard
    Duck Key, FL 33050

     

    Earth Day Celebration
    April 20, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
    Bahia Honda State Park
    36850 Overseas Highway
    Big Pine Key, FL 33043

    Come celebrate Earth Day by the beach! This fun-filled day features live music, face painting, a puppet show, sand sculpture contest, fish printing and more. Stop by the sanctuary booth or any number of educational exhibitors to learn about the environment of the Florida Keys. Park admission fees apply.

     

    Earth Day Movie Festival
    April 20
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center 
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    To celebrate Earth Day, the Sanctuary will show a series of six, ocean-themed short films highlighting ocean climate, energy and biodiversity. The films, produced by the World Ocean Observatory and Compass Light Films, will be shown at the top of the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission to the Eco-Discovery Center is free.  

    10 a.m. “Ocean Day: The Copenhagen Climate Talks”
    11 a.m. “Acid Test: The Global Challenge of Ocean Acidification”
    12 p.m. “Exploring Bloody Wall”
    1 p.m. “Census of Marine Life: Approach & Findings”
    2 p.m. “Ocean Energy Innovators”
    3 p.m. “Dark Horizon”

     

    Discovery Saturday: Turtle Talk
    April 20, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join the free, fun-filled Discovery Saturday at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center. Play a game of turtle hurdles with your friends and make your own sea turtle puppet while learning about these fascinating marine animals.

    Discovery Saturday is held the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call 305-809-4750.

     

    Boating Skills and Seamanship Course
    April 27-28
    9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 13-08
    Key Largo Library
    101485 Overseas Hwy
    Tradewinds Shopping Center (MM101)
    Key Largo, FL 33037

    Sign up for the course and learn boating rules, course charting, safety equipment, boat handling, and other safe boating skills. Individuals who successfully complete the course and exam are eligible for the Florida Boating Safety Education ID Card. Registration fee is $45 per person, or $70 for two people sharing materials

    For more information, contact Jim Marcotte at 850-291-6895 or C131A@bellsouth.net.

     

    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group Meeting
    April 30
    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

  • May

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    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group Meeting
    May 1
    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    May 2
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training
    May 11, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Marathon Government Center
    Emergency Operations Center
    2798 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    Want to become a Monroe County volunteer trained to assist emergency responders during major pollution incidents? Then sign up for this day-long training class sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Monroe County Emergency Management. A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the course.

    To register or for more information, contact keys.volunteers@yahoo.com or 888-470-5566 ext. 4.

     

    Discovery Saturday: Humongous Hurricanes
    May 18, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join the free, fun-filled Discovery Saturday at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center. Play hurricane bingo, dance to the movement of a hurricane, and make a weather plane.

    Discovery Saturday is held the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call 305-809-4750.

     

    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group Meeting
    May 21
    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group Meeting
    May 22
    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    May 23
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

  • June

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    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group Meeting
    June 11
    Shallow Water Wildlife and Habitat Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group Meeting
    June 12
    Coral Reef Ecosystem Restoration Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    June 13
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Discovery Saturday: Guard the Fort
    June 15, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join the free, fun-filled Discovery Saturday at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center. Play games and make crafts while learning about the rich history of the Florida Keys and Ft. Jefferson’s role in the Civil War.

    Discovery Saturday is held the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call 305-809-4750.

     

    Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training
    June 15, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    Harvey Government Center
    1200 Truman Ave.
    Key West, FL 33040

    Want to become a Monroe County volunteer trained to assist emergency responders during major pollution incidents? Then sign up for this day-long training class sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Monroe County Emergency Management. A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the course.

    To register or for more information, contact keys.volunteers@yahoo.com or 888-470-5566 ext. 4.

  • July

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    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meeting
    July 9, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meetings and Announcements
    Islander Resort and Conference Center
    Mile Marker 82.1 Oceanside
    Islamorada, FL 33036

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    July 11
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

     

    Discovery Saturday: Mama Manatee
    July 20, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join the free, fun-filled Discovery Saturday at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center. Play Mama Manatee Memory, tell a story with your manatee puppet, and make your very own binoculars!

    Discovery Saturday is held the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call 305-809-4750.

     

    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group Meeting
    July 29
    Ecosystem Protection: Ecological Reserves, Preservation Areas and Wildlife Protection Working Group
    Marathon Garden Club
    5270 Overseas Highway
    Marathon, FL 33050

    The Sanctuary Advisory Council, working with public and community experts, is developing recommendations for changes to sanctuary marine zones and regulations. Working groups allow the advisory council to gather information from community experts, user groups, and scientists. Members of the public are invited to attend these working group meetings. Opportunities for public comment will be available.

  • August

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    Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training
    August 15, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    History of Diving Museum
    82990 Overseas Highway
    Islamorada, FL 33036

    Want to become a Monroe County volunteer trained to assist emergency responders during major pollution incidents? Then sign up for this day-long training class sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Monroe County Emergency Management. A certificate of completion will be awarded at the end of the course.

    To register or for more information, contact keys.volunteers@yahoo.com or 888-470-5566 ext. 4.

     

    Discovery Saturday: Crazy for Crocs
    August 17, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center
    35 East Quay Road
    Key West, FL 33040

    Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join the free, fun-filled Discovery Saturday at the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center. Create a pine cone crocodile, find out how crocs are different from gators, and play Hungry Hungry Crocodile!

    Discovery Saturday is held the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call 305-809-4750.

     

    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meeting
    August 20, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
    Sanctuary Advisory Council Meetings and Announcements
    Location TBD