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All events are free and open to the public!

 

Programs (slide shows, etc.) are held the first Thursday of all months except June, July, and August. People arrive between 6 PM and 7 PM, when the program begins. Programs are held in Room 800 on the 2nd floor of the Chandler Center (NW door of 519 Helms St.) at the Crosspoint Church in Niceville. CLICK the place (it's a map link). When there, use any parking lot nearby. Walk in the door (NW building corner) under the red map marker. For more information, click our Facebook link. Children should be accompanied by an adult.

 

Bird Walks are usually 2-4 hours on Saturday mornings. Unless otherwise noted, no advance registration is required. For most Bird Walks, binoculars are almost a must, especially to study birds and butterflies. If you have a spotting scope and/or camera, bring them. Don't have binoculars? We may have an extra pair or two to borrow, and your leader will to try to show you several birds through a spotting scope. Many bird identifications are made on sounds and behavior. We will teach you how. Be sure to bring drinking water; you may want to bring snacks too. Bird walks may lead down trails with chiggers and mosquitos, so wear long pants, socks, and water-resistant, closed-toe shoes. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

 

Click here for a PDF summary from the 20 Dec 2025 Christmas Bird Count

 

 

Upcoming events:

 

2026 SEPTEMBER 3, EVENING PRESENTATION: Honeybees of Thailand. Theresa Devine will speak about a University of Florida beekeeping trip to Thailand focused on adult education, studying native apis species, and understanding the spread of pests like tropilaelaps and varroa mites. The presentation will cover Thailand's honeybee species, stingless bee practices and their economic and conservation value, and Dr. Suwannapong's research using propolis to treat Nosema infections. Parasitic threats will be discussed, along with biosecurity protocols followed to prevent bringing pests back to the U.S. The talk closes by connecting these findings to U.S. beekeeping practices and regulation, sharing extension resources, and highlighting the food, culture, and sightseeing from the trip. The program will be held in Room 800 on the 2nd floor of the Chandler Center (NW door of 519 Helms St.) at the Crosspoint Church in Niceville. Socializing begins at 6:30 PM, and the program begins at 7:00 PM. Admission is free and open to the public.

 

Please check back for additional presentations and bird walks as we fill out our schedule! Fall 2026 bird walks will begin in September.