Stay at Home Fundraiser with Ryder's Gourmet Market

February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2023

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Fundraiser
Beginning February 1, 2023 through May 2023. Stay at Home Fundraiser with Ryder’s Gourmet Market. Certificates, once purchased, can be redeemed through June 15, 2023.

IRLT is pleased to be partnering with Ryder’s for our annual Stay at Home Fundraiser. Protect the lagoon, support a local business and treat yourself or someone you love to a night off of cooking! Certificates are $135 and include dinner and dessert for two, along with a bottle of wine. Call the office at (772) 794-0701 to purchase your certificate beginning February 1, 2023.

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