Education Events in Bradenton

Unlock the power of citizen science using a tool you already have—your smartphone! This interactive afternoon program introduces explorers of all ages to user-friendly apps that transform everyday nature walks into meaningful scientific contributions. Seek, iNaturalist, and Merlin Bird ID Participants will also learn about local citizen science opportunities in Manatee County, including Frog Watch, shoreline cleanup programs, trail maintenance teams, invasive plant removal crews, and native plant restoration projects. For the best experience, please bring smartphones ready for exploration with operational cameras and battery life. Powered by Tickets for good, not greed Humanitix dedicates 100% of profits from booking fees to charity

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and Muck in the mangroves! This immersive, low-tide exploration invites homeschool explorers to step directly into the saltmarsh mangrove ecosystem of Perico Bayou for a true field-science experience. Participants will hike into the mangroves during peak low tide to conduct hands-on investigations, including water quality testing, soil pH analysis, and observations of soil movement and invertebrate life. Along the way, explorers will search for signs of wildlife—tracks in the mud, jumping mullet, and the ancient molts of horseshoe crabs. At the bayou, explorers will practice species identification by examining tracks and markings left behind in the muck and comparing them to field guides to discover which animals call this ecosystem home. Explorers will be hiking and should be prepared for our 1-mile trek and scientific experiments to get dirty—but leave with a deeper appreciation and understanding of one of Florida’s most important coastal ecosystems.