Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, from October through May, at 7:00 p.m. in the conference room at Lemon Bay Park (570 Bay Park Boulevard Englewood, FL 34223-2611). Guests are welcome to attend.
| Your Yard/Our World: Why We Should Plant Native Feb 14th, 2012, 7:00pm Lemon Bay Park, 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood Presented by Stephen Brown, Lee County Extension Director and Horticulture Program Leader Agent, Commercial and Home Garden Horticulture According to Stephen Brown, the belief that native plants are best adapted to the altered landscapes of South Florida is evidently not true. Stephen states that the often repeated reasons for planting natives are not supported by fact or observation. Instead he lays out other reasons why we should go native. This talk might challenge some of your beliefs, but whatever it does, it will educate and help you to have a deeper appreciation of south Florida native plants. Light refreshments served. Board meeting at 5:30. All are welcome! |
| Stewardship of the Environment in Charlotte County Mar 13th, 2012, 7:00pm Lemon Bay Park, 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood Presented by Jamie Scudera, Environmental Specialist, Charlotte County Growth Management Every day Jamie Scudera deals with the interface of environmental regulations and growth. She offers us a lens into the in’s and out’s of Charlotte County's environmental department from a development perspective: a bird’s eye view on what environmental due diligence takes place in Charlotte County. Light refreshments served. Board meeting at 5:30. All are welcome! |
| Scrub Jays and Gopher Tortoises: Sharing Mother Earth Apr 10th, 2012, 7:00pm Lemon Bay Park, 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood Presented by Nancy Edmundson, Environmental Specialist, Sarasota County Natural Resources Two wildlife species enjoy a certain level of protection in southwest Florida: the Florida Scrub jay and the gopher tortoise. What is this protection and how does it affect the populations in our region? Nancy Edmondson will present information on their natural history, habitat needs, habitat management and how these species co-exist with us. Light refreshments served. Board meeting at 5:30. All are welcome! |
| End of Year Potluck and Annual Meeting May 8th, 2012, 6:00pm Lemon Bay Park, 570 Bay Park Blvd., Englewood Bring food, a plate, and silverware and join fellow members to celebrate another year well done! This is also the Annual Membership Meeting where a new Board will be elected, so come vote and help shape the future of the Mangrove Chapter! Board meeting at 5:15. All are welcome! |