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Our February feature presentation will be "What's Next at the USF Botanical Gardens?" by chapter favorite Craig Huegel. The USF Botanical Garden offers 16 acres of gardens and habitat types, from temperate to tropical forests, including plant species found in Florida's wild lands. Craig will take us through recent work on the gardens that have enhanced their biodiversity and habitat value and provided new opportunities to educate USF students, volunteers, and the public about the beauty and value of native plants.About our speaker: Craig Huegel was named the Director of the USF Botanical Garden in the fall of 2022. A prolific author and educator, Craig is known for promoting wildlife-attracting landscapes. At the University of Florida, he co-founded the Urban Wildlife Extension Program and established the Florida Backyard Wildlife Habitat Program. He also established the Pinellas County Environmental Lands Division and served as Division Administrator for twelve years. He has received numerous state and regional awards for his ongoing environmental education, restoration, and preservation efforts. In 2020, he received the FNPS Mentor Award.
Craig will likely bring books. If you may be interested in purchasing any, bring cash or check.
The meeting starts with Barbara's Bits from 6:15 to 6:45 followed by refreshments from 6:45 to 7 PM. Meeting starts promptly at 7 PM and will include chapter news, an opportunity to take home some native plants from our plant table and a chance to share information with others who enjoy native plants.
We welcome those with an interest to attend.
Contact [email protected] for more information or call 352-631-8444.
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Crystal Oaks Civic Assoc, 4958 W Crystal Oaks Dr, Lecanto, FL 34461-8577, United States
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