Upcoming Event Calendar
Monthly Bird Surveys of the Pinellas Refuge Islands
Dates subject to change based on wind and weather.
Contact Barb at TampaBayRefuges@msn.com for more information
Ales & Wild Tails
Our monthly speaker series at the Ale & The Witch Tavern in downtown St. Petersburg. Event is held INDOORS at 6pm. Stay for the bluegrass jam after!
Season ended - check back soon for next season's dates!
Local Festivals
Come out and visit the Friends table at one of these great area events! If you want to help out please contact Barb at TampaBayRefuges@msn.com for more information
2026:
SharkCon, FL Fairgrounds Tampa - July 18-19
Geckofest, Gulfport, FL - date September 5
Shopapalooza, Vinoy Park, downtown St Petersburg - Nov 28-29
Bird Stewards on Egmont Key
NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS TEMPORARILY ON HOLD
Volunteers are always needed to help us safeguard nesting birds on Egmont Key! Learn more or sign up here: https://tampabayrefuges.org/bird-stewards
Docents at the Egmont Guardhouse.
NOTE: THIS PROGRAM IS TEMPORARILY ON HOLD
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: You get a complimentary ride to Egmont, work a few hours, and return in 5 hours. Contact docents@tampabayrefuges.org for more info or help signing up.
Field Trips
Annual Egmont Key National Wildlife Refuge Tour - Sat June 27, 2026, date
Check Out Our New Respect The Refuge Apparel!
Show your support for the Tampa Bay National Wildlife Refuges by purchasing a t-shirt, a tote bag, or a hat! A portion of the proceeds for each and every sale goes directly to refuge support programs. Thank you!