It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn
again to the earth and in the contemplation of her beauties to know of wonder and humility.
-Rachel Carson
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| Barbara smiles in triumph after securing an old kitchen sink on her kayak during a cleanup. |
We also participate in cleanups with the Sierra Club.Help our feathered friends by picking up trash at two spoil islands just off Pop Stansell Park in Palm Harbor
that we have adopted. Discover the perils faced by nesting birds who must share these islands with campers and high tides
that often bring debris. Participants must bring their own kayaks or canoes. Visit the Suncoast
Sierra site for details.
Upcoming Sierra Cleanups, held on Sundays -
June 29 (Sunday) 9-11am:Spoil Island Cleanup. Celebrate the start of summer by cleaning up islands that our feathered friends have used for nesting
sites all spring. Men, women and older children are encouraged to help.

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| Eliot helps with our cleanup on Ozona West Spoil Island. |
Suncoast Sierra Club
Women's Weekly Walking Group
We meet each Wednesday evening at 6pm at Philippi Park to
walk two miles along the Bay together. We start with gentle stretching exercises and include time for a short nature reading
and silent walking meditation. Call for details on meeting place(no charge).
Breakfast in the Park
Saturday, April 5th, 9-11am
Philippe Park, Shelter #5
French Toast, Sausage, Eggs, Fruit, Coffee and more!
Optional walk to the Indian Mound
Donations are for the Kimberly Home in Clearwater
We hope you can make it & bring a friend!
questions? call Sue Brandon 813-622-1800
Camping and Backpacking
During the winter months, several campouts and backpacking trips are often scheduled. Some
of these are sponsored by the Sierra Club. See the Suncoast Sierra site or call for more information.
Related Links
In this area, we have
included links to some of the wonderful groups that are working to restore and protect our beautiful corner of the world.
Please explore ways you can help, too
Suncoast Sierra Club
Tampa Bay Estuary Program
Tampa Bay Watch
Weedon Island and Brooker Creek Preserve
It's Our Nature - offers guided walks
Tampa Bay Sea Kayakers
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