Posts Tagged ‘naturalist’
Garden Talk: Vines and Trellises
In this talk, learn how to grow and care for vines and trellises in various landscapes. Participants will receive a 20% off coupon for use on plant purchases in the Garden Shoppe. Advance registration is not required. Edison Ford members: $10; non-members; $15
Read MoreYoga in the Moonlight Garden
Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. This one 1-hour yoga class allows you to step away from all the 21st century gadgets and focus on the moment. All skill levels are welcome. The class is taught by Bonnie D’Angelo, a certified yoga instructor. She is RYT200 certified with Yoga Alliance and working toward RYT300. She is…
Read MoreGarden Talk: Bulbarama
Learn about the different bulbs that can be grown here in Southwest Florida and how to add them to your garden. Participants will receive a coupon for 20% off plant purchase in the Garden Shoppe. Talks typically last about 1.5 hours. Guests should wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat, and bring drinking water. Registration…
Read MoreGeocaching – For Beginners
Join an Advanced Florida Master Naturalist to learn about the basics of Geocaching, the high -tech treasure hunt! The session will focus on understanding the basics of geocaching, learning to navigate the Geocaching website, and using new skills to find a cache within the park!! Talk will start at the Cast Iron Café of…
Read MoreYoga in the Moonlight Garden
Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. (May 4, 11, 18, and 25) This one 1-hour yoga class allows you to step away from all the 21st century gadgets and focus on the moment. All skill levels welcome. The class is taught by Bonnie D’Angelo, a certified yoga instructor. She is RYT200 certified with Yoga Alliance and…
Read MoreRoving experience on Manatee and Dolphins
An Advanced Florida Master Naturalist will be in the park to share information on manatees and dolphins. These creatures are fun to watch and are extremely interesting! Discussion will touch on behaviors, anatomy and fun facts, as well as differences between the two species. Bones of these species will be held and viewed so that…
Read MoreArt in the Gardens
This outdoor exhibit features handmade sculptures made by school children from a dozen Lee County schools. Educators from participating schools will receive a 30” x 30” five-pointed star that students can paint or decorate with recyclable materials. Each school’s star will be on display in the gardens outside the museum. 239-334-7419
Read MoreBeginning Photography Session at Koreshan State Park
Join an Advanced Florida Master Naturalist for a beginning photography session within the Koreshan State Park. Bring your camera and learn the basics of photography, the best places to snap that perfect photo, discover unusual plants, buildings and critters that make up the many interesting aspects of Koreshan State Park. Session will begin in front…
Read MoreSustainable Conceptions Exhibit
While the green movement was not popular during their lifetime, Edison and Ford both recognized the importance of recycling and reusing materials. This exhibit showcases art inspired by Edison and Ford’s efforts to reuse products and their abilities to work toward a sustainable future. Artwork will be on display in the Edison Caretaker’s House through…
Read MoreRoving experience on Shells – Mysterious Beauties of Southwest Florida
An Advanced Florida Master Naturalist will be in the park to share information on shells and the mysterious creatures that reside inside. Find out how shells are created, learn about behaviors, anatomy and some fun facts. There will be opportunities to hold and see the shells of species that live in the Gulf of Mexico…
Read MoreGeocaching – For Beginners
Join an Advanced Florida Master Naturalist to learn about the basics of Geocaching, the high -tech treasure hunt! The session will focus on understanding the basics of geocaching, learning to navigate the Geocaching website, and using new skills to find a cache within the park!! Talk will start at the Cast Iron Café of Koreshan…
Read MoreCelebrate Florida Gopher Tortoise Day at Koreshan State Park
Join an Advanced Florida Master Naturalist and Florida Fish and Wildlife Biologist to celebrate the amazing Gopher Tortoise! Activities will be outside -rain or shine. There will be a coloring table, as well as a “burrow” for the little ones to crawl in and see what a gopher tortoise home looks like! There will be…
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