December 27, 2003
Saturday

Ninth Annual Phipps Park Holiday Hike

A leisurely all-day event hiking the entire 8-mile trail.  Bring lunch.

 

For more information contact: Linda Patton 850-668-4334

http://apalachee.florida-trail.org/

December 12-13, 2003
Friday and Saturday

Alternative Christmas Market

 

Christ Presbyterian Church

2317 Bannerman Road

Phone: 850-668-7922

Friday, December 12th 6:00-9:00

Saturday, December 13th 8:00-1:00

December 14, 2003
Sunday

St. Mark's River Paddle

An easy, little-over a half day paddle on this lovely spring-fed river. Encounter the occasional bald eagle, osprey, long-horn steer and a gator here and there.  $50 single kayak $35 pp tandem/canoe, $25 own boat + $2.50 launch fee pp.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

December 6-7, 2003
Saturday and Sunday

Alternative Christmas Market

 

John Wesley United Methodist Church

1738 Old St. Augustine Road, Tallahassee, FL 32301.
Phone: 850-877-1738

December 6th - 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

December 7th - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

December 6, 2003
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Earth Spirit Walk

A Conversation With Nature

Location: Leon Sinks

7 miles south of Tallahassee on U.S. Hwy. 319

 

The Earth Spirit Walk is a unique way to re-connect with the Earth. It’s not a hike; it’s not a time to be overwhelmed learning the plants and animals of the area. It is a chance to connect to nature in a new way: through body, mind, and spirit. A mix of short walks, solo time for observing and reflecting, and short talks with fellow walkers gives you the opportunity to bond with nature. And to quiet your busy self so you may hear the messages whispered by your true self and nature. Leave the walk re-inspired by your sacred connection to fellow humans and all creatures of the Earth community and committed to live a better, happier life. Who knows, you may even be ready to take on the hectic activities of the holiday season. [More]

 

Limited to 12 participants (Registration required)

 

Contributions Appreciated

 

Co-Leaders: Mike Brezin and Barry Fraser

 

For more information and/or to register:

Mike Brezin 386-6767

http://www.heartoftheearth.org/earthspirit.htm

December 3, 2003
Wednesday, 7 p.m..

Voluntary Simplicity and Globalization Study Circles Introduction

Healing Center

847 Park Ave.

 

Organizational meeting for 9-week sessions to begin after the holidays. The Northwest Earth Institute developed these courses to develop practical actions for a sustainable world.

 

Voluntary Simplicity addresses the distractions of modern society that keep us from caring for ourselves, our relationships, and our environment and how we can counteract them in our daily lives.

 

Globalization explores the roots, processes and impacts of corporate globalization and actions individuals can take to promote an alternative vision for a just and sustainable world. All welcome.

 

[Click here] for detailed information.

 

For more information contact:

Sue Cerulean 216-2016 sue@heartoftheearth.org

Barry Fraser 668-1364 barry@heartoftheearth.org

December 2, 2003
Tuesday, 4-7 p.m..

Trust for Public Land Open House

Sponsored by the Trust for Public Land and Leon County Parks and Recreation

 

The focus of the workshop will be to present ideas for park facilities along the mile-long corridor that follows Munson Slough. Participants will be able to see the work that has been completed on the greenway project so far, provide comments on the project design and meet Chuck Flink, president of Greenways, Inc., a North-Carolina-based firm providing guidance and technical assistance for the greenway. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be provided.

 

For more information contact: Anne Nelson, Trust for Public Land, at 222-7911, ext. 18 or Karen Stuhmer, Leon County Parks and Recreation at 488-0221.

November 27-30, 2003
Thursday-Sunday

Thanksgiving Hiking/Camping Trip To Panhandle

Camp at St. Joseph Peninsula State Park.

Paddling and walking tours on St. George Island, Apalachicola, St.Vincent Wildlife Refuge, and Dog Island.

 

For more information contact: Bob Nied 904-737-6726

rmnied@aol.com

November 20, 2003
Thursday, 7 p.m.

North Florida Naturalist Lecture

Speaker: Jim Cox, Tall Timbers Research Scientist

Talk will be about the recently completed Florida Breeding Bird Atlas. The atlas maps the breeding distributions of more than 220 bird species in Florida, took six years to complete and involved 1,150 Florida birders.

Leon Count Extension Service

615 Paul Russell Road

November 17, 2003

Monday, 7:15 p.m.

Florida Sinkholes - Windows Into the Aquifer

Guest Speaker: Jim Stevenson, Florida DEP

Sponsored by the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club

Location: Fringe Benefits Management Corp.

3101 Sessions Rd.

 

For more information and directions contact: Ben Fusaro at 297-2052 or 644-9171

November 15, 2003

Saturday

Hike: Garden of Eden Trail

An educational tour of the unique ecosystem and short talks by the manager for the Nature Conservancy's NW Florida program on what makes this region special and efforts to protect it.

Limited to 16.

 

Sponsored by the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club

 

For more information contact: Stuart Juengst, 850-269-2336.

stu@mindspring.com

November 14, 2003
Friday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

America Recycles Day

Florida Capitol Building

Bring items such as hard-bound books, printer or toner cartridges, cell phones, rechargable batteries and CDs for recycling.

Sponsored by Florida DEP

 

For more information contact: DEP 245-2112

November 10, 2003
Monday, 7 p.m.

Starhawk

Global Justice: Another World Is Possible

Location:  Florida Ballroom at FSU

Fee:  FREE – All are welcome.

 

But what would it look like, how would it function, and how do we get there from here?  Starhawk discusses the global justice movement, what it stands for and what it wants, and examines the issues and actions surrounding the upcoming Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) meeting in Miami.

 

Sponsored by the Center for Participant Education at Florida State University

 

For more information: http://www.magnoliacircle.org/starhawk.htm

November 9, 2003
Sunday, 2-5 p.m.

Starhawk

"Non-violent activist training and the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA)"

 

Unitarian Universalists Church, 2810 North Meridian Road

Capacity: Limited to 75 people

Fee: Sliding scale donation request $5-20, you decide where you slide. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Sponsored by Magnolia Circle

 

Learn the theoretical and practical applications of strategic non-violence. Training is focused for those attending the demonstrations at the FTAA meeting in Miami in late November, but open and useful to all non-violent activists.
 

Make pre-registration checks payable to: Dragonwing's Cottage

Pre-Registrations should be mailed to:

Dragonwing's Cottage

P.O. Box 5441
Tallahassee, FL 32301

 

For more information: http://www.magnoliacircle.org/starhawk.htm

November 9, 2003
Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. or 2:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Cooking Class Benefit for St. Francis Wildlife

Create a gourmet,vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner, from appetizer to dessert, with Higher Taste Vegetarian Cafe & Bakery.

 

$50 includes hands-on class, dinner, and child care (wildlife program, art, stories and snacks—ages 5 and up). Limited to 8 per session.

 

For more information and to register: sandybeck@stfranciswildlife.org

http://www.stfranciswildlife.org/calendar

November 8, 2003
Saturday

Full Moon Adventure Hike

Enjoy a short hike in the moonlight followed by refreshments and a campfire. Ghost Stories? Eleanor Klapp Phipps Park

 

Sponsored by the Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association.

 

For more information: Linda Patton 850- 668-4334

http://apalachee.florida-trail.org/

November 1, 2003
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Bat House Build and Picnic at Myers Park

The goal is to build about a half a dozen bat houses with materials furnished by the Twilight Group of the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club. Please bring tools, and a potluck to share.

 

Sponsored by the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club

 

For more information call: 850-350-3525

jamisonl@mailer.fsu.edu

October 25, 2003
Saturday

Aucilla River Hike

Hike the Florida Trail along the Aucilla River from County Road 14 to the rapids and return.

 

Sponsored by the Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association.

 

For more information: Walker Banning 850-878-2270

http://apalachee.florida-trail.org/

October 20, 2003
Monday, 7:30 p.m.

Arundo Donax and Other Not-So-Wonderful Exotics

Guest speaker: Kathy Burks, Bureau of Invasive Species, Florida DEP

 

Kathy will discuss the current controversy over the proposal to generate fuel sources via large plantings of Giant Reed, Arundo donax. She will also provide updates on some of north Florida's more famous invasive exotics, such as the Chinese tallow tree, Japanese climbing fern, Japanese honeysuckle, Chinese privet, and the Chinaberry and mimosa trees.  Kathy will then identify a few other new and potentially damaging invasive species.

 

Sponsored by the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club

 

Location: Fringe Benefits Management Corp.

3101 Sessions Rd.

 

For more information and directions contact: Ben Fusaro at 297-2052 or 644-9171

October 12, 2003
Sunday

Shepherd Springs with Liz and Turtle Bob

Paddle along the bay thru the marsh into a creek that takes you to an undisturbed paradise (and we would like to help keep it that way!) Then hike to the spring and into one of the last remaining old cabbage Palm hammocks in North Florida. Truly a special place.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

October 7, 2003
Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Free Trade Area of the Americas(FTAA) Speakers

FSU'S Oglesby Union's University Ballroom

 

FTAA Speakers Tour: Speakers from a Mapuche community in Chile, Zapotec community in Mexico, and a member of the Mexican Solidarity Network discuss the havoc the FTAA will cause in their communities and environment in addition to the rest of the Americas.

 

This event is being organized by CPE, AISU, SUPJ, and
Amnesty International. The national sponsors include; the American Lands Alliance, Alliance for Responsible Trade, Forest ethics, Mexico Solidarity Network, & Witness for Peace.

 

For more information contact: Jonathan Luna aquamono@hotmail.com

October 4-5, 2003
Saturday and Sunday

Cumberland Island Weekend Paddle

This barrier island off the coast of Georgia offers great hikes along its pristine beaches while an over-arching canopy of trees provide protection from the salt spay. Open to experienced paddlers only and must have your own boat and gear. Limited to 12 max.

 

For more information contact: John Malinowski

jmalino@thehaskellco.com

September 30, 2003
Tuesday, 6-8 p.m.

1000 Friends of Florida Public Education Forum

Tallahassee City Hall Commission Chambers

 

The proposed constitutional amendment to require citizen approval by ballot of any changes to comprehensive
plans will be particularly considered.

The second half of the program is devoted to questions and input from the public.

Are sprawl and the patterns of development important? 
Be there to build momentum for community oriented comp plans over ones that are developer oriented!

 

For more information: kkcm@att.net

September 28, 2003
Sunday

An Adventure on the Ichetucknee River

Paddle and swim then eat dinner in High Springs. Another adventure with Turtle Bob that was worth the wait. Come spend this day on this beautiful spring-fed river. $70 kayak $55 pp Canoe/tandem. ($30 if have Own boat and own transportation)

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

September 22, 2003
Autumn Equinox

September 20, 2003
Saturday, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Fall Equinox Field Trip to Bald Point

Join Heart of the Earth to visit the diverse coastal habitats of Bald Point; a state park ranger will lead an interpretive hike in the morning through coastal scrub, xeric hammocks, mesic flatwoods, and coastal wetlands. Meet at the Wachovia Bank parking lot across from the County Fair Grounds; pack water, sunscreen, bug dope, and lunch.

 

For more information contact: Ed Oaksford at 422-0240

September 15, 2003
Monday, 7:30 p.m.

Florida Endangered Species Law

Jim Cox, Tall Timbers Research Scientist

Sponsored by the Big Bend Sierra Club

 

Jim will discuss Florida's new endangered species law and review some of its problems.  He views this new law as a flawed approach with the best of intentions.

 

Fringe Benefits Management Co.

3101 Sessions Rd. 

 

For more information contact: Ben Fusaro 297-2052

August, 2003
TBA

Tubing the Ichetuknee

 

For more information contact: Kathy at 878-2270

August 16, 2003

Saturday

Ecofina Creek Near Panama City

A refreshing paddle not only for its beauty, but the springs will help you shed the heat. About an hour and a half drive to one beautiful spot. Paddle this narrow river and along limestone banks and swim in its amazing, emerald springs.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

August 12, 2003

Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.

Sinkholes

325 John Knox Road, Building F‑100

Sponsored by Apalachee chapter of the Florida Trail Association

 

Jim Stevenson, of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, will explain the “why’s” and “how’s” of sinkholes.

 

For more information contact: Terry Tenold 523-8575 or David Rohe 523-8524

August 7, 2003

Thursday 7 p.m.

Heart of the Earth Fundraiser

Janice Ray Book Reading and Signing

United Church In Tallahassee

1834 Mahan Drive

 

Acclaimed southern writer Janisse Ray reading from her new book, Wild Card Quilt: Taking A Chance on Home.

Donation: $10

Watch our newsletter for details.

July 26, 2003

Saturday

Paddle the Withlacoochee to the Suwanee River

All in one adventurous day. Follow the winding black water Withlacoochee along limerock walls. Swim in the cool springs along the way. And of course, hunt for turtles and other river creatures with "Turtle Bob." If you have never seen the flora and fauna through Bob's eyes, its about time that you had this experience.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

July 19, 2003

Saturday, 2 p.m.

Teach-In On the Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA)

Quakers Meeting House

2001 S. Magnolia Drive

Sponsored by Heart of the Earth

Hosted by Tallahassee Friends Meeting Religious Society of Friends

An informal teach-in about the negotiating process and potential effects of the FTAA. We will discuss education and anti-FTAA organizing that is taking place on a national and state level, and in our own community. The goal of the teach-in is to create a starting place for community dialogue about trade issues, to build communication and coalition between community groups.

The Free Trade Area of the Americas (FTAA) is a trade agreement that is currently being negotiated, which would expand corporate rights and challenge countries' abilities to enforce national labor rights and environmental regulations. An expansion of NAFTA, the FTAA would include all countries in the Americas excluding Cuba. The FTAA is being negotiated in secret, negotiations open only to trade officials and representatives of 500 transnational corporations. During the 3rd week of November, 2003, trade officials and corporate reps. will convene in Miami for an FTAA ministerial. The ministerial will be protested by thousands in Miami and across the Hemisphere.

Directions: If coming from downtown Tallahassee, follow Magnolia Drive south behind the New Leaf-Ross Shopping center. The meeting house, at 2001 S. Magnolia Drive will be on your left, about a mile south of the Apalachee Pkwy. intersection.

For more information contact: srqstoptheftaa@ziplip.com

http://www.heartoftheearth.org

http://fn1.tfn.net/~quakers/

July 19, 2003

Saturday

Lake Talquin Forest and Shoreline Hike

Sponsored by Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association

 

Enjoy a summer interpretive hike through the slope forest bordering Lake Talquin and along the shoreline.

 

 For more information contact: Howard Pardue 850-386‑1494 (home), 523‑8525 (work) or hpardue@fs.fed.us.

July 12, 2003

Saturday, 10 a.m. - Noon

Lake Jackson Ecopassage Alliance Presentation

Native Nurseries

1661 Centerville Rd.

Information and update on the progress of the ecopassage for the turtles.

 

For more information contact: Donna Legare at 386-2747 dlegare@unr.net

http://www.lakejacksonturtles.org/

July 12, 2003

Saturday, Sunset.

Sunset/Moonlit Paddling Trip on the Wakulla River

Come paddle with Turtle Bob on this beautiful spring-fed river. Spectacular bird watching, turtles, and even the occasional gator might be seen. (We will meet at the top of the river if we paddle the Wacissa; will meet at the shop if we paddle the Wakulla)

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

July 8, 2003

Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.

Waterways of North Florida, and Native Medicinal Plants

325 John Knox Road, Building F-100

Sponsored by Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association

 

Liz Sparks, of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, will speak on places to canoe/kayak and touch on some native medicinal plants and their properties.

 

For more information contact: Terry Tenold 523-8575 or David Rohe 523-8524

June 28, 2003
Saturday

Summer Solstice Star Watch

Celebrate the summer solstice at Birdsong Nature Center

 

For more information contact: Birdsong Nature Center at (229) 377-4408

June 21, 2003
Saturday, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Summer Solstice Paddling Trip

Join "Turtle Bob" Walker for a guided, interpretive paddle on one of our loveliest rivers, the Wacissa. Meet at the head spring parking lot; bring lunch, sunscreen, water, canoe or kayak. $10 adults, $5 children.

Rental canoes are available.

 

For more information contact: Mike Brezin (386-6767) for reservations and more details.

cbreez@infionline.net

June 14, 2003
Saturday

Sopchoppy River Paddling Trip

Sponsored by the Apalachee Canoe and Kayak Club

 

For more information contact: Tom Butler at 421-6966

June 7, 2003
Saturday, 9-11 a.m.

Celebrate National Trails Day

Hike Birdsong Nature Center less traveled trails.

 

For more information contact: Birdsong Nature Center at (229) 377-4408

May 19, 2003
Monday, 7 p.m.

Water Management In the Big Bend

Guest speaker: Eric Draper, Director of Policy for Audubon of Florida

Sponsored by the Big Bend Chapter of the Sierra Club

Location: Fringe Benefits Management Corp.

3101 Sessions Rd.

 

For more information and directions contact: Ben Fusaro at 297-2052 or 644-9171

May 17, 2003
Saturday

St. Mark's Humanatee Celebration at Ft. Marcos

Welcome the manatees back to Wakulla County waters with a full day of live music, local artist exhibits, educational exhibits and canoe race.

 

For more information contact: Jackie at 850-925-6216

May 1, 2003
Thursday

The Earth Charter: Values & Principles For A Sustainable Future - Panel Discussion

Who has endorsed the Earth Charter? Thousands of non-governmental organizations, cities and towns throughout the world have endorsed the Earth Charter and are working to implement its principles.  Among these groups are national and international environmental organizations, educational institutions and associations, religious groups, peace initiatives, and local government councils, including the United States Conference of Mayors and the International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives.

 

For more information contact:

 

Beverly Remland, SGI-USA of Tallahassee
jbremland@msn.com

(850) 216-1591
 

Mirian Viela, Executive Director
Earth Charter International Secretariat
c/o University of Peace
P.O. Box 319-6100 San Jose, Costa Rica
(506) 205-1600
info@earthcharter.org
www.earthcharter.org

April 25-26, 2003
Friday night  and Saturday

Wakulla Birding and Wildlife Festival

Wakulla Springs State Park and Lodge

 

This birding and wildlife festival includes wonderful activities for the whole family. Features include Friday evening activities about bats, owls, and frogs; a sunrise birding cruise on the Wakulla River; numerous offsite guided birding, plant and wildlife tours to various local treasures such as St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge, Bald Point State Park, Ochlockonee River State Park and others; on-site birding, plant and wildlife tours; presentations on Florida's wildlife, photography, backyard birding, Florida's springs and more; multiple outdoor learning stations with topics including bird banding, "Wetlands Working for Wildlife," "Birds of a Feather" and aquatic health; many educational exhibitors; numerous creative hands-on learning stations for children, music and food.

 

For more information: Lora Silvanima (850) 487-0516 

 

lora.silvanima@fwc.state.fl.us

http://floridaconservation.org/festivals/wakulla03/index.htm

April 26, 2003
Tuesday

Tallahassee Recycles Celebrating Earth Day 2003

 

Local government and private sector sponsors are hosting an event April 26 to collect electronics, waste tires, hard bound books and BUY aluminim cans. There will be door prizes, cash for cans and a $1,000 gift certificate to Home Depot for pledging to recycle!

 

Start Date: April 26, 2003, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Home Depot, Capital Circle NE

 

For more information contact:

Leon County Recycling at 414-9346

pauln@mail.co.leon.fl.us

April 26, 2003
Saturday

Ocklockonee River Cleanup

Apalachee Canoe and Kayak Club

 

For more information: Tom Butler 421-6966

April 22, 2003
Tuesday, 8 p.m.

Oronto Douglas, Nigerian Environmental Activist

Speaking about globalization, human rights, and the environment.

 

In 1996, Mr. Douglas was a member of the defense team for the Ogoni 19.  The Ogoni 19 were harassed and eventually executed for protesting against the human rights abuses of the Dutch/Royal Shell oil company.

 

FSU Oglesby Student Union, Room 321

 

Sponsored by Amnesty International and FSU Environmental Service Program

 

 For more information contact:

aifsu@yahoo.com

April 12, 14, 15, 16, 2003

Planning The Future For Bikes and Pedestrians

Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Department

 

Workshops to offer information and receive public input on future bicycle and pedestrian needs. Input needed on:

• improving existing sidewalks, bike routes and trails.

• developing strategies to ensure bicycle and pedestrian safety.

• planning the best location for new facilities.

For more information contact:

Planning Department - 891-8600

talgov.com

April 12, 2003
Saturday, 10 a.m.

Eco-Team Introductory Meeting

Coffee shop "Java Heads", Railroad St., just north of the tracks

Learn about a program that brings neighbors together, saving money and changing life styles. All are welcome.

For more information contact: lucyann@heartoftheearth or call 668-1364.

For detailed information, click here.

April 8, 2003
Tuesday, 7 p.m. 

"Choices For Sustainable Living" Study Circle 
At the Healing Center, 847 Park Avenue 
 

Organizational meeting for the 8-week session, developed by The Northwest Earth Institute.

 

Each of us makes choices that have an impact on the earth, and we can choose options that are more sustainable than others. Participants in the study circle will consider choices that may result in ecologically sustainable lifestyles, communities, and organizations All welcome.

 

For information e-mail tamarashands@yahoo.com or call Tamara at 222-2250.

For detailed study circle information, click here.

April 5, 2003
Saturday, 9a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Pinewoods Bird Festival

Pebble Hill Plantation

Hwy 319

 

Georgia's first-ever bird festival. Exhibits, guided tours, kid's activities, lectures on birds and butterflies.

 

For more information:

http://www.nettally.com/necox/festival/index.htm

April 3, 2003
Thursday, 7 p.m. 

"Sense of Place" Study Circle 
At the Healing Center, 847 Park Avenue 
 

Organizational meeting for the 8-week session, developed by The Northwest Earth Institute. This course focuses on consciously developing an intimate relationship with our place and helps understanding the bioregional perspective. All welcome.

 

For information e-mail cbreez@tdo.infi.net or call Mike Brezin at 386-6767.

For detailed study circle information, click here.

March 30, 2003 - CANCELLED
Sunday, 1 p.m. 

Greenpeace Returns: Renewable Energy Rally

Apalachee and Monroe

 

Reasons to come: We cannot conceivably see the end of wars for oil or other unnecessary resources unless we fight today for sustainable development. That means alternative energy solutions from natural resources.

 

For more information contact: Andrea at (407) 672-1066

gpcleanenergy@yahoo.com

www.cleanenergynow.org/fl  

March 22, 2003

Saturday, 9 a.m.

Spring Equinox Outing to Leon Sinks Geological Area

Join Heart of the Earth for a casual hike/picnic of about three miles to explore sinkhole geology and varied plant communities of Leon Sinks. Directions:  From Capital Circle and Crawfordville Highway, go south on Crawfordville (US 319) for six miles.  Watch for Leon Sink sign on the right; meet at parking area. Bring water, sun protection, binoculars, lunch.  $3.00 entrance fee.

 

For more information contact: Mike Brezin, 386-6767

cbreez@tdo.infi.net

March 17, 2003

Monday, 7 p.m.

St. Patrick's Day Concert with Dale Crider

Dale Crider, a Florida native and retired Fish and Wildlife Commission waterfowl biologist, has played on "World of Audubon" TV specials and contributed to the award-winning documentary "Apalachicola Doin' Time." Bring the entire family for this special musical treat.

Sponsored by Big Bend Sierra Club

 

Fringe Benefits Management Company

3101 Sessions Road

 

For more information contact: Ben Fusaro 297-2052

http://www.sierraclub.org/chapters/fl/bigbend

March 17, 2003

Monday, 9 p.m.

Benefit Concert For the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

 

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day and donate to a great
cause while listening to some of Tallahassee's best local music.

 

American Legion on Lake Ella: 229 Lake Ella Drive

 

For more information contact:

ESP office:  A207, Oglesby Union FSU
Office Phone: (850)644-3572
www.fsu.edu/~sga/esp/
FSUESP@hotmail.com

March 15 and 16
Saturday and Sunday

Lake Jackson Ecopassage Fence Repair and Replacement Day

The Lake Jackson Ecopassage Alliance will be hosting a fence replacement and repair work day. Volunteers are needed to assist with brush removal, fence repair, and fence replacement for the temporary turtle fences that have been erected along US Highway 27, in order to prevent turtles from wandering on to the roadway. This 3/4 mi section of highway has the highest turtle crossing rate ever recorded anywhere in the world. The fences need to be in good working order in preparation for the start of Matt Aresco's 4th season of turtle rescue.

 

Where: US Highway 27 at Lake Jackson

 

For more information contact: Matt at (850) 562-3093
aresco@lakejacksonturtles.org

http://www.lakejacksonturtles.org

March 15, 2003

Saturday, 9 a.m.

Apalachicola River Clean-up

Sponsored by Apalachicola Bay and Riverkeeper and Keep Franklin County Beautiful

Location: Breakaway Marina

 

For more information or to volunteer, contact:

Abark 670-5470

roger@abark.org

March 15, 2003
Saturday, 10 a.m.

Eco-Team Introductory Meeting

Coffee shop "Java Heads", Railroad St., just north of the tracks

Learn about a program that brings neighbors together, saving money and changing life styles. All are welcome.

For more information contact: lucyann@heartoftheearth or call 668-1364.

For detailed information, click here.

March 2, 2003

Saturday. 1-3 p.m.

Greenpeace Clean Energy Rally

In front of the Capitol on Apalachee Parkway

 

For more information contact:

Andrea Cuccaro, 407-672-1066

utopic_island@yahoo.com

http://www.cleanenergynow.org/fl

February 28, 2003

Friday, 8 p.m.

Tallahassee Independent Media Open House

Come see what it's all about!

American Legion Hall (Lake Ella)

 

http://www.tallyimc.org

February 18, 2003

Tuesday, 6:30 - 9 p.m.

City Commission Candidates Forum

Sponsored by Big Bend Environmental Forum

 

Check out the candidates that made it to the run-off elections on Feb. 25. As usual, the BBEF will grill them on their positions towards the environment and the audience gets to ask some tricky questions, too!

 

City Hall, Commission Chambers

February 17, 2003

Monday, 7:15 p.m.

Saving the Turtles of Lake Jackson

Lecture by Matt Aresco

Sierra Club Big Bend Group Monthly Meeting

Fringe Benefits Management Company

3101 Sessions Road

 

For more information contact: Ben Fusaro 297-2052

http://www.sierraclub.org/chapters/fl/bigbend

http://www.lakejacksonturtles.org

February 15, 2003

Saturday, 4-9 p.m.

Valentines Sunset/Full Moon Paddling on the Wakulla River

A romantic paddle down this beautiful spring-fed river. Watch the sunset through Bald Cyprus trees laden with Spanish Moss. Spectacular bird watching, turtles, and yep...even the occasional gator might be seen.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

February 12, 2003

Wednesday, 7:30p.m.

Mudding The Environment

Speaker: Dr. Bruce Means

Educating the community on the issue of "mudding" in the Apalachicola National Forest

 

Shores Building, FSU, Room 6

 

For more information: e-mail FSUESP@hotmail.com

February 11, 2003

Tuesday

Wildlife Exploration Hike

Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve. Interpretative all-day hike off the beaten path on the Sweetwater tract with The Nature Conservancy. Bring lunch and be prepared to tramp through the woods and creeks. Sponsored by the Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association. For more information contact Howard Pardue 386-1494 (home), 523-8525 (work) or hpardue@fs.fed.us.

February 11, 2003

Tuesday, 6-9 p.m.

Bicycle Commuting Course

Plan to attend if you've considered riding your bike to work or campus, but wonder how to:
-plan a safe route
-choose the right bike
-handle cargo and clothing
-or deal with foul weather
 

Stone Building, Room 106 FSU

Registration Deadline: February 5

Registration: $10

Instructor: Dwight Kingsbury

Space is very limited.

 

For more information contact: Jennifer Carver (850) 891-8090

February 8, 2003

Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Unity In The Community

A multicultural, inclusive event.

Kleman Plaza

Just west of City Hall

February 5, 2003

Wednesday, 7 p.m.

"Conscious Aging"

An Evening With Ram Dass

Sponsored by Southern Springs
Tallahassee/Leon County Civic Center
505 West Pensacola Street
$25 General admission at the door
$20 Advance sales
(Music by Krishna Das)
Premium sponsorships & seating is available

 

For more information: 878-8643

http://www.southernsprings.org

February 2, 2003

Sunday

Wacissa-Slave Canal-Aucilla Paddling Trip

The Wilderness Way

Follow the Wacissa from Goose Pasture through the historic slave canal with Turtle Bob.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

January 29, 2003

Wednesday, 6:30 - 9 p.m.

The Big Bend Environmental Forum presents:

A Forum with the Candidates for Mayor of Tallahassee

City Commission Chambers, 2nd Floor City Hall

300 S. Adams Street

January 28, 2003

Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m.

The Future of Paradise

Unitarian Church on Meridian, about a quarter of a mile north of John Knox Road.

 

Diane Roberts will present a lively and thought-provoking lecture on the so-called "Growth Development Process" of the Florida Panhandle.

 

Sponsored by the Sierra Club

 

For more information contact: Ben Fusaro at 644-4414

January 19, 2003

Sunday

Annual St. Vincent National Wildlife Refuge Canoe/Kayak and Hike

 

Enjoy the entire day hiking (6 miles) on this spectacular barrier island, then stopping for seafood dinner on the way home. you will need a canoe or kayak to cross Indian Pass. Sponsored by the Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association.

 

Contact: Dawn Griffin 850-668-0274 or griffindd@aol.com.

January 19, 2003

Sunday

Arbor Day

A nationally celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and tree care. Visit the Arbor Day Foundation at http://www.arborday.com

January 18, 2003

Saturday, 4:30 - 9 p.m.

Canoe/Paddling Trip - Sunset/Full Moon Paddling on the Wacissa River

The Wilderness Way

Paddle this undeveloped scenic river with Turtle Bob and see its unmatched

beauty and hidden treasures by the light of sunset and moonrise. Crystal clear

springs and a plethora of bird and wildlife to encounter.

 

For more information: (850) 877-7200

http://www.thewildernessway.com/

January 18, 2003

Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Winter Hummingbirds of North Florida

Sponsored by the Audubon Society

Presenter: TBA

Unitarian Universalist Church of Tallahassee
2810 North Meridian Road
Tallahassee FL 32312
(a little north of John Knox Rd, on the west side of Meridian)

January 12, 2003

Sunday, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Apalachicola National Forest (East)

Hike the Florida National Scenic Trail about 4 miles from Hwy 319 to FR 321. Bring water, lunch, and insect repellent if it's warm, and dress in layers if it's cold. Sponsored by the Apalachee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association. For more information contact Richard Graham 878-3616 or graham@mailcity.com

January 11, 2003

Saturday, 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Walking Birdsong

 

Second in a series of four Sunday morning walks through Birdsong Nature Center, each covering a different section. Continental lunch provided. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Members $7, non-members $10. Not recommended for children. Reservations required. For more information, call Birdsong at (229) 377-4408.