Invasive Plant Removal : Help us Restore Native Habitat!

December 2, 2022
9:30 a.m.

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Volunteer Event
Invasive plants are a major threat to the health and integrity of native wildlife habitats. They crowd out native plants that provide food and shelter. Restoration includes hand removal of non-native weeds, vines and saplings to prevent degradation or loss of native plant communities. Join us to spend a morning improving our protected habitats. All equipment, including gloves, are provided.
Volunteers will meet in the parking lot at the trailhead, located south of the Wabasso Bridge on 79th Street off North US Hwy 1. (Look for the sign for Hobart Landing).

Location:
Lagoon Greenway

IRLT Annual Benefit: NEW DATE

December 7, 2022
6:00 p.m.

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Fundraiser
New date, same great event! The Indian River Land Trust will host its Annual Benefit to celebrate land conservation. The event will be held at the beautiful Rock City Gardens on Wednesday, December 7th at 6 p.m. Come and enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner, live music, and more! Please note that tickets must be purchased in advance. All proceeds benefit IRLT's land conservation efforts in Indian River County. Call to reserve your spot today at 772-794-0701,

Location:
Rock City Gardens

Birding Tour

December 10, 2022
7:00 am

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Birding Tour
Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Oyster Bar Marsh

January 12, 2023
9:30 AM

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Conservation Tour
Oyster Bar Marsh is a beautiful three-mile, round trip walk weaving through a 155-acre mangrove forest. It includes boardwalks and observation platforms highlighting the diverse plant and animal life. Keep your eyes open for manatees and dolphins at the Lagoon overlook.
The tour groups will meet in the parking area located on the west side of Hwy A1A, about 1/4 of a mile north of Round Island Riverside Park.

Location:
Oyster Bar Marsh

Birding Tour

January 14, 2023
7:00 AM

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Birding Tour
Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Bee Gum Point Preserve

January 18, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
All are invited on a morning nature walk. A knowledgeable volunteer will lead the group on an outing to explore the habitats and history of this 111 acre protected area. The walk is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Tours begin at 10:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other details.

Location:
Bee Gum Point - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Lagoon Greenway

January 31, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
This exciting property boasts an ecologically diverse three-mile trail system for hiking, jogging or bike riding. The Lagoon Greenway is an example of a public/private cooperative developed by the Land Trust, working with Indian River County Commissioners, The Mosquito Control District and F.I.N.D. (Florida Inland Navigation District).
The tour will take participants through the newly created butterfly garden, into the hammock, through the wetlands, and onto the recently constructed boardwalk and dock for a view of the lagoon. Meet at the kiosk near the parking area.

Location:
Lagoon Greenway - NE Intersection of Indian River Blvd & 8th Street

Invasive Plant Removal : Help us Restore Native Habitat!

February 3, 2023
9:30 a.m.

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Volunteer Event
Invasive plants are a major threat to the health and integrity of native wildlife habitats. They crowd out native plants that provide food and shelter. Restoration includes hand removal of non-native weeds, vines and saplings to prevent degradation or loss of native plant communities. Join us to spend a morning improving our protected habitats. All equipment, including gloves, are provided.
Volunteers will meet in the parking lot on the northeast corner of 8th Street and Indian River Boulevard in Vero Beach.

Location:
Lagoon Greenway

Birding Tour

February 11, 2023
7:00 am

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Birding Tour
Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Bee Gum Point Preserve

February 15, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
The 111-acre property was one of the last unprotected wetlands on the barrier island and contains a mile of lagoon shoreline. Due to its key location along the Atlantic Flyway, a major corridor for migrating birds, this property is normally closed to the public except for bird watching and conservation tours. Led by local guides, these tours offer a rare opportunity to visit this wildlife refuge. Tour groups will meet at the west end of Fred Tuerk Drive, off of US Hwy A1A.
You will be treated to a tour by one of the Land Trust's naturalists who will identify and describe the flora and fauna on this special property. The trails comprise a walk on a one mile trail through an open canopy of scrub habitat and oak forest to the mangrove loop trail which includes a stroll along a boardwalk through the mangrove forest and a pier that extends into the Lagoon.

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Oyster Bar Marsh

February 16, 2023
9:30 AM

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Conservation Tour
Oyster Bar Marsh is a beautiful three-mile, round trip walk weaving through a 155-acre mangrove forest. It includes boardwalks and observation platforms highlighting the diverse plant and animal life. Keep your eyes open for manatees and dolphins at the Lagoon overlook.
The tour groups will meet in the parking area located on the west side of Hwy A1A, about 1/4 of a mile north of Round Island Riverside Park.

Location:
Oyster Bar Marsh Trail

Conservation Tour: Lagoon Greenway

February 28, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
This exciting property boasts an ecologically diverse three-mile trail system for hiking, jogging or bike riding. The Lagoon Greenway is an example of a public/private cooperative developed by the Land Trust, working with Indian River County Commissioners, The Mosquito Control District and F.I.N.D. (Florida Inland Navigation District).
The tour will take participants into the hammock, through the wetlands, and onto the boardwalk and dock for a view of the lagoon. Meet at the kiosk near the parking area.

Location:
Lagoon Greenway - NE Intersection of Indian River Blvd & 8th Street
www.irlt.org

Sip and Shop

March 10, 2023

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A portion of every purchase made at J. McLaughlin in the Village Shops of Vero Beach on March 10, 2023 will go back to the Indian River Land Trust.
With thanks to J. McLaughlin and all of you for the many ways you help us protect the land that protects the lagoon!

Location:
J. McLaughlin, 6210 N. Hwy A1A

Birding Tour

March 11, 2023
7:00 AM

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Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Bee Gum Point Preserve

March 15, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
All are invited on a morning nature walk. A knowledgeable volunteer will lead the group on an outing to explore the habitats and history of this 111 acre protected area. The walk is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Tours begin at 10:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other details.

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Conservation Tour: Oyster Bar Marsh

March 17, 2023
9:30 am

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Conservation Tour
Oyster Bar Marsh is a beautiful three-mile, round trip walk weaving through a 155-acre mangrove forest. It includes boardwalks and observation platforms highlighting the diverse plant and animal life. Keep your eyes open for manatees and dolphins at the Lagoon overlook.
The tour groups will meet in the parking area located on the west side of Hwy A1A, about 1/4 of a mile north of Round Island Riverside Park.

Location:
Oyster Bar Marsh

Air Potato Round-Up

March 17, 2023
9:30 a.m.

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Volunteer Event
Invasive plants are a major threat to the health and integrity of the native habitats and wildlife. They crowd out native plants that provide food and shelter. Restoration includes hand removal of non-native weeds and saplings to prevent degradation or loss of native habitat. Spend a morning collecting non-native seeds and weeding our important habitats. Equipment is provided.
Volunteers will meet in the parking lot at the trailhead, located south of the Wabasso Bridge on 79th Street off North US Hwy 1. (Look for the sign for Hobart Landing).

Location:
Toni Robinson Waterfront Trail

Conservation Tour: Lagoon Greenway

March 28, 2023
10:00 AM

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Conservation Tour
This exciting property boasts an ecologically diverse three-mile trail system for hiking, jogging or bike riding. The Lagoon Greenway is an example of a public/private cooperative developed by the Land Trust, working with Indian River County Commissioners, The Mosquito Control District and F.I.N.D. (Florida Inland Navigation District).
The tour will take participants into the hammock, through the wetlands, and onto the boardwalk and dock for a view of the lagoon. Meet at the kiosk near the parking area.

Location:
Lagoon Greenway - NE Intersection of Indian River Blvd & 8th Street
www.irlt.org

Air Potato Round-Up

March 31, 2023
9:30 a.m.

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Volunteer Event
Restore Native Habitat: Remove Unwanted Invasive Plants Invasive plants are a major threat to the health and integrity of the native habitats and wildlife. They crowd out native plants that provide food and shelter. Restoration includes hand removal of non-native weeds and saplings to prevent degradation or loss of native habitat. Spend a morning collecting non-native seeds and weeding our important habitats. Equipment is provided.
Volunteers will meet at Coastal Oaks Preserve, which is located 1/2 mile north of the St. Lucie County border with Indian River County. Exact directions will be confirmed with those who register.

Location:
Coastal Oaks Preserve

Birding Tour

April 15, 2023
7:00 AM

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Birding Tour
Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive

Birding Tour

May 13, 2023
7:00 AM

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Birding Tour
Amateurs and experienced birders are invited to grab a cup of coffee and head to the Land Trust's conservation land for a morning walk. A knowledgeable birder will lead the group on an outing to survey the species located on the 111 acre protected area. The walk will take birders on a 1.5 mile path around mangrove forest, by ponds, and past the Lagoon. The tour is approximately 1 1/2 hours.
All are welcome, families are encouraged! Birds spotted in the past on the property include: Roseate Spoonbills, several types of Herons and Egrets, Ospreys, Bald Eagles and Warblers. Tours begin at 7:00 AM. Please check our website prior to the event for weather cancellations and other information. The early bird sees the birds!

Location:
Bee Gum Point Preserve - Fred Tuerk Drive