Casting our Heritage: Hispanics in Tampa Bay's Water
Join Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to introducing new audiences to kayak fishing, ethical angling, safe boating, and conservation, for a special evening celebrating Latino Conservation Week and Hispanic Heritage Month.
The celebration will take place on Thursday, September 17, beginning at 6:30 PM, at GTE Financial Headquarters, located at 711 E. Henderson Ave., Tampa, FL 33602.
Guests will enjoy exclusive screenings of Casting Our Heritage: Hispanics in Tampa Bay Waters and From Sea to Soul, two inspiring short films that highlight the cultural connections, personal stories, and conservation efforts taking place throughout Tampa Bay's waters.
In addition to the film screenings, attendees will have the opportunity to network with community members, outdoor enthusiasts, conservation partners, and local organizations while learning more about Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers' mission and the impact our programs have on youth and families across the Tampa Bay region.
The evening will also feature light refreshments, snacks, door prizes, and opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for fishing, paddling, conservation, and outdoor recreation.
Admission is free; however, registration is required as seating is limited. To reserve your spot, please register at www.tampabaykayakanglers.org. We look forward to celebrating Latino Conservation Week and Hispanic Heritage Month with you through an evening of storytelling, community, and a shared commitment to protecting and enjoying our beautiful waters.
Latino Conservation Week Celebration at Theodore Roosevelt Island
Join National Park Service George Washington Memorial Parkway, Green Latinos, and Urban Adventure Squad for a Latino Conservation Week Celebration. The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be picking up trash from 9am-11am near Theodore Roosevelt Island. You can register for the Trash Cleanup at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trash-cleanup-near-theodore-roosevelt-island-registration-1994587907123
There will also be community tabling (10am-2pm) in celebration of Latino Conservation Week. Activities include completing Junior Park Ranger activities and earning a Junior Ranger badge, learning from National Park Rangers and conservation groups about the park and the watershed, a hike on the island led by a park ranger, and free giveaways.
ECOMIAMI
You're Invited to ECOMIAMI!
Join us for a fun, family-friendly volunteer day where people of all ages are welcome to help beautify Amelia Earhart Park.
After the volunteer project, you're invited to stay for a Public Reading of Scripture as we gather together in community and reflection.
This event is hosted in partnership with Hispanic Access' Latino Conservation Week and our local community partner, EcuMiami.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided for all volunteers.
Important: By registering via EventBrite, you will be receiving an invitation via email to register with the Miami-Dade Parks department as an event-day volunteer.
Together, let's leave this place a little better than we found it.
*Children under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
For questions please do not hesitate to contact natalie@hispanicaccess.org
Tierra y arboles el futuro es nuestro
Tierra y Arboles: El futuro es nuestro is an environmental education workshop developed by New Earth Regeneration Initiative (NERI) that explores the essential relationship between healthy soils, trees, and resilient communities.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of soil health, the role of organic matter and soil organisms in creating living soils, and how healthy soils support stronger trees, conserve water, store carbon, and help address climate change. The workshop also highlights the importance of native trees, urban forests, and community participation in restoring ecosystems and creating healthier neighborhoods.
Through engaging discussions and hands on activities participants will discover how small actions such as properly managing organic waste, improving soil quality, and planting trees can contribute to a more sustainable future.
Trippet Ranch Tree Care
The Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains needs your help to care for the fire impacted oak trees of Trippet Ranch in Topanga State Park.
During this event volunteers will help the RCDSMM care for our local oak woodland by watering, weeding, and mulching oak trees as well as potentially planting new acorns to replace those trees that may have died. Volunteers will also collect meaningful data to aid in an ongoing reforestation project the RCDSMM has been conducting since 2018. Please wear clothes you are willing to get dirty as well as durable shoes. Be sure to bring a sun hat, layers and drinking water.
We will be meeting in the parking lot of Trippet Ranch located in Topanga State Park. Carpooling to this event is encouraged as parking is limited!
Be aware during this event we will be asking volunteers to hike roughly 0.5-2 miles to access planting sites and the terrain is uneven and may require off-trail trekking.
We look forward to your help in our efforts to reforest and heal the wildlands of the Santa Monica Mountains in the wake of destruction from the Palisades Fire.
Forest Health Workshop
Join Conservation Opportunity, Inc. for our final workshop of the year at the beautiful Pterocarpus Forest in Humacao! Together, we’ll explore the forest and learn how to use the Healthy Trees, Healthy Cities app to record and monitor trees — helping track the health of our forests across Puerto Rico. This hands-on activity is a great way to connect with nature, practice observation skills, and contribute to local conservation efforts. We’ll also welcome guest speaker from the World Parrot Trust, foundation who will share insights about the iconic Puerto Rican Parrot and its role in our ecosystems.
We have limited spaces, make sure you register to save your spot!
Latino Conservation Week Event at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Come celebrate Latino Conservation Week with an outdoor adventure! Join us at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center for a bird hike in Spanish with Northern VA Bird Alliance, dip netting in the pond to look for critters, and crafts.
Latino Conservation Week Event at Leesylvania State Park
Come celebrate Latino Conservation Week with an outdoor adventure. Join us at picturesque Leesylvania State Park in Shelter 4 for crafts, a bird hike, an invasive plant pull, and lots of conservation information.
Nuestras Playas, Nuestras Tortugas Beach Cleanup
Join Sea Turtle Inc., Hispanic Access Foundation, and Iglesia Rios de Agua Viva for our community beach cleanup on Thursday, September 18th from 5 pm to 7 pm!
In honor of Latino Conservation Week, we are coming together to make a real difference for our coast and the incredible sea turtles that call it home.
Where to meet: 21040 Ocean Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Register here to secure your spot and help us make a lasting impact!: https://bit.ly/LCWOTX25
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Acompaña Sea Turtle Inc., Hispanic Access Foundation y la Iglesia Rios de Agua Viva para nuestra limpieza comunitaria de la playa el jueves, 18 de septiembre, de 5 pm a 7 pm!
En honor a la Semana de la Conservación Latina, nos unimos para hacer una verdadera diferencia en nuestra costa y para las increíbles tortugas marinas que la llaman hogar.
Punto de encuentro: 21040 Ocean Blvd., South Padre Island, TX
Regístrate para asegurar tu lugar y ayúdanos a lograr un impacto duradero!: https://bit.ly/LCWOTX25
Idaho Latino Conservation Week Kick Off!
In honor of Latino Conservation week, the City of Boise Parks & Rec and Public Works Departments are pleased to host a family-friendly guided bilingual walk through the new The WaterShed Climate + Water Center exhibit hall at 11am. There will be snacks, local partners tabling, and a proclamation read by Council Member Jordan Morales at 10:30am. Come join us to kick-off a week of exciting opportunities and celebration!
Event Schedule:
- From 10:00am to 12:00pm, there will be different activities from LCW partner organizations.
- 10:30am - LCW Proclamation Reading from Council Member Jordan Morales and light refreshments in the Classroom.
- 10:45am - Performance by Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo
- 11am to 12:00pm - Bilingual WaterShed Tour
