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Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is making news protecting bays, beaches and barrier islands. The Foundation also continues to expand outreach efforts to engage members in new ways. Please check our upcoming events to find a program that interests you.

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Bird Rookeries Talk

04/23/2013 - staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Tuesday, May 7th at 10:00 to 11:30am and enter the fascinating world of bird rookeries.

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Guided Kayak Paddle from Bay Preserve

04/15/2013 - staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Saturday, April 27 for an exciting kayak tour around Little Sarasota Bay with guides George Tatge and John McCarthy.

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Enjoy a View of Nesting Eagles at Pine Island Preserve at Matlacha Pass

03/04/2013 - Staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Saturday, March 16 for a guided nature walk at Pine Island Preserve at Matlacha Pass.

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Ready Set Go! Unleash Your Inner Generosity!

02/28/2013 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast unites with Sarasota Crew for the 36-Hour Giving Challenge.

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New Exhibit Captures the Beauty of Our Gulf Coast

02/21/2013 - Staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast for a photography exhibit and reception with acclaimed photographer Mark Cohen on March 20, 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

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Go Native! Plant Wildflowers Florida-Style

02/19/2013 - Staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Saturday, March 2 and enjoy the opportunity to learn about native gardening with a focus on wildflowers.

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Conservation Foundation Receives Gift from Botanical Artist

02/13/2013 - Staff

Its not every day an acclaimed artist presents a new commissioned piece to the public and donates a portion of the commission to a local nonprofit. But thats exactly what Olivia M. Braida did.

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Conservation Foundation's Art Talk provides a glimpse into the artists' experience

02/12/2013 - Staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Wednesday, February 20, 10:00am for Art Talk with world-renowned wildlife artist John Seerey-Lester and his wife, award-winning painter Suzie Seerey-Lester.

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Conservation Foundation announces 2012-2013 Board of Trustees

12/31/2012 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast announces its 2012-2013 Board of Trustees.

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A Gift for Everyone, Forever

12/29/2012 - Christine P.Johnson, as printed in SRQ Daily

Not since I was a child have I so eagerly anticipated the holidays. This year, I wanted something badly that seemed beyond reach. That is, until I realized just how many others wanted it too.

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Manatee officials acquire land for expansion of Robinson Preserve

12/28/2012 - Sara Kennedy for the Bradenton Herald

Officials on Thursday concluded a deal to add 150 acres to the popular Robinson Preserve.

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Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast Kick Starts $8.9 Million Robinson Preserve Expansion

12/27/2012 - Staff report

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast (Conservation Foundation), a not-for-profit land trust, Robinson Farms, Inc. and Manatee County kicked-off the first phase of an $8.9 million capital campaign to enhance the 487-acre Robinson Preserve.

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Florida Water & Land Legacy campaign gears up to protect our way of life

12/19/2012 - Staff

The state's leading environmental organizations along with concerned citizens have launched Florida's Water & Land Legacy Campaign to place the Florida Water and Land Conservation Amendment on the November 2014 ballot.

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Conservation Foundation Races Clock to Acquire land

12/18/2012 - Staff

The Manatee County Commission today paved the way for Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast to save and convey to the County 150 acres that would expand Robinson Preserve.

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Give with Purpose to Our Nature's Blueprints Project

12/01/2012 - Staff

Starting December 1, when you spend $200 or more in same-day purchases at Westfield Southgate you can receive a $25 "Holiday Give Card" for our project on Gulf Coast Gives.org

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John & Suzie Seerey-Lester Art Exhibit and Reception

11/29/2012 - Staff

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast for an exhibit and reception with renowned wildlife artists John & Suzie Seerey-Lester.

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Tips for Memorable Outdoor Holiday Portraits

11/26/2012 - Staff

Longing for that perfect family photo for your holiday card or memory book?

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Charley Richards Honored as 2012 Conservation Partner of the Year

11/19/2012 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast honored Charles E. Richards, Jr. as 2012 Conservation Partner of the Year at its annual members reception on November 18th.

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Conservation Foundation Attracts 750 for Environmental Fun

11/09/2012 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast attracted a crowd of 750 at its free Fall Family Festival on November 3.

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Conservation Project Provides Community Access to Lower Myakka

10/12/2012 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast announces the successful acquisition of its 29th conservation project, Myakka River Preserve at Tarpon Point.

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Fall Family Festival is a Great Way to Unplug With Your Family

10/04/2012 - Staff

Looking for a fun afternoon with your children or grandchildren?

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Saving Splendor

10/01/2012 - Ryan G. Van Cleave for SCENE Magazine

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast and its President, Christine Johnson, are at the heart of preserving the beauty and natural integrity of Florida's environment.

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Are You Afraid of Snakes? Program Will Ease Your Mind

09/26/2012 - Staff

Learn about the 44 species of snakes native to Florida and quell your fears on Wednesday, October 10, 10:00am to 11:00am.

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Wildlife Art Exhibit Open to the Public

09/24/2012 - Staff

Several dozen art and wildlife enthusiasts attended a reception recently for artist Steve Whitlock at Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast.

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Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast positions itself for future growth

09/10/2012 - Staff

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast is pleased to announce the hiring of Suzanne Gregory for the new position of Director of Programs and Marketing.

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Grant Launches Artist in Residence Program in Osprey

04/24/2012 - Marjorie Floyd

Gulf Coast Community Foundation awarded a grant of $64,788 to launch an Artist in Residence Program at Bay Preserve in Osprey, Florida. The program welcomes career visual, literary and performing artists whose work is inspired by the environment.

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Free Fall Family Festival Attracts 1,000 to Nature Preserve in Osprey

11/10/2011 - Staff

The Fall Family Festival welcomed more than 1000 people to Bay Preserve at Osprey for old-fashioned games, live music, nature-based art projects and biology in the bay.

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Christine P. Johnson named President

10/26/2011 - Staff Report

Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast named Christine P. Johnson as its next President. Ms. Johnson succeeds Albert Joerger, who served as President since founding the nonprofit land trust in 2003.

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Save Pine Island

07/01/2011 - Marjorie Floyd

Help us conserve 190 acres of natural lands on Pine Island. With your help before July 18 we can permanently protect this amazing habitat and shoreline for threatened species.

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FWC approves threatened species recommendations

06/10/2011 -

SARASOTA COUNTY - It's been a long journey for Florida species since 2007, when the process began to revise the system to determine whether certain Florida species are "threatened."

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Foundation Earns National Recognition

04/04/2011 - Staff Report

Accredited land trusts meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever, said Commission Executive Director Tammara Van Ryn. The accreditation seal lets the public know that the accredited land trust has undergone an extensive, external review of the governance and management of its organization and the systems and policies it uses to protect land.

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Clyde Butcher Exhibit and Reception

03/30/2011 - Conservation Foundation

Join Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast for an exhibit and reception with photographer Clyde Butcher on Tuesday, April 19 at Bay Preserve at Osprey, 400 Palmetto Avenue, Osprey, Florida 34229

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USF Sarasota-Manatee Launches Rowing Team at Bay Preserve

02/04/2011 - Marjorie Floyd

The Foundation, Sarasota Crew and USF Sarasota-Manatee announced today that the first sports team and the only collegiate crew team in Sarasota and Manatee Counties is launching at Bay Preserve at Osprey.

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Trail Easement Acquired from Longino Ranch

08/20/2010 -

Longino Ranch Acquisition expands Land Conservation and Creates River to River Eco-Tourism Trail

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Acquisition of Walton Ranch Called Game Changer for Land Conservation, Eco-Tourism-

07/16/2010 - Staff

Foundation protects 3,759 acres of ranchland in Sarasota County.

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Foundation Receives Million Dollar Gift

06/25/2010 - Staff

Million Dollar Gift Enables Artist In Residence Program

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Manatee County Family Donates Land to Foundation

04/09/2010 -

Mercy on the Manatee will be protected in perpetuity by Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast thanks to a generous gift from Lee and Carol Ann Breyer.

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Palm Ball Named Most Beautiful Event of 2009

10/26/2009 -

Sarasota Magazine announced their "Parties of the Year" awards and the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast's Palm Ball was named "Most Beautiful Event" of 2008-2009.

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Eco-Tourism is Economic Development

08/03/2009 - Albert G. Joerger

Ecotourism is a renewable resource. It not only benefits our economy but also helps preserve clean water, breathtaking vistas and jobs.

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Conservation Foundation Purchases 230 Acres for Preserve on Pine Island

03/06/2009 -

Sarasota Conservation Foundationメs founder and president, Albert Joerger, announced the acquisition of 230 acres on Pine Island to create a park.

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Michael Biehl Park Opens to Applause

03/30/2007 -

VENICE, Florida -- March 30, 2007 -- A large crowd turned out this morning for the opening of Michael Biehl Park.

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Conservation Foundation Takes Lead to Create Venice Park

08/24/2004 -

Albert Joerger, President and Executive Director of Sarasota Conservation Foundation, a new non-profit entity dedicated to protecting the Gulf Coastメs bays, beaches and barrier Islands, will announce the creation of a public park for the people of Venice at the City Council Meeting Tuesday, August 24. Sarasota Conservation Foundation purchased the property at 100 West Tampa Avenue on August 18 thanks to a $412,880 grant from the Gulf Coast Community Foundation of Venice.

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04/13 - Bird Rookeries Talk
04/13 - Guided Kayak Paddle from Bay Preserve
03/13 - Enjoy a View of Nesting Eagles at Pine Island Preserve at Matlacha Pass
02/13 - Ready Set Go! Unleash Your Inner Generosity!
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Bird Rookeries Talk

Bird Rookeries TalkJoin Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast on Tuesday, May 7th at 10:00 to 11:30am and enter the fascinating world of bird rookeries.

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