About this Event
Join us for an evening celebrating the beauty, resilience, and wildness of the place we call home.
The night will feature Resilience: Islands of the American Oystercatcher by Walker Wildlife Films, exploring the remarkable return of American Oystercatchers to restored islands in the Lake Worth Lagoon, and Florida: Feathered, a collection of 22 ceramic bird studies by local artist Gaby Viteri. A special panel discussion with the makers will take place after the film.
Discover the birds, water, islands, and ecosystems that make South Florida such an extraordinary place to live. Restored islands throughout the Lake Worth Lagoon are creating new habitat for wildlife to return and flourish. Just east of us, the Tarpon Cove islands now provide nesting habitat for American Oystercatchers, part of the southernmost nesting population of the species on Florida’s east coast.
Experience the art. Grab dinner from the food truck. Meet your neighbors. And discover a remarkable story of restoration taking place right here in the Lake Worth Lagoon.
Panelists:
- Ian Eyeington — Operations Director, Florida Inland Navigation District. Ian oversees dredged material management and projects that support navigation while protecting and restoring natural resources. A Palm Beach County native, he enjoys spending time on the water with his wife and two sons.
- Kylie Ariotti — Outreach & Science Communication, Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management. A lifelong South Floridian, Kylie is passionate about connecting people with Florida’s beaches, waterways, and wild spaces and inspiring environmental stewardship.
- Eric Anderson — Construction Project Manager, Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management. With 19 years of experience in estuarine habitat restoration and environmental monitoring, primarily in Lake Worth Lagoon, Eric brings extensive expertise in marine biology and coastal restoration.
- Tirzah Chichester — Environmental Specialist, Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Working with the Indian River Lagoon Aquatic Preserves, Tirzah specializes in conservation, coastal management, and bird surveys, bringing a deep passion for Florida’s ecosystems to her work.
Agenda
Film Screening
Panel Discussion
Event venue & nearby stays
1300 S Olive Ave, 1300 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, United States
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