This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement. 

Host Organization 

City of Gainesville

Description 

This monthly program features experts in their field sharing information on a variety of topics including science, nature, history and art.

On September 8th, learn about the importance of native ground cover plants to wildlife habitats. The following week, Joe Vaughn will host an ecology walk and field discussion at Morningside Nature Center.

Joe Vaughn is a private lands biologist with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission. He has spent the last 40 years working for the conservation of various species of wildlife. He has worked on projects as diverse as the re-introductions of bobcats to de-horning black rhinos. Joe works with private landowners who want to improve the wildlife habitats on their properties.

Date and Time

Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 1 PM – 2 PM

Location

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605