Celebrate Latino Conservation Week with us at the Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center!

We will kick things off with the Florida Public Archeology Network as Natalie A. De La Torre Salas presents: Weeds and Seeds: A History of Dining in Southern Florida - Cattle, citrus, and many other common foods today were brought to Florida by the Spanish, so what were people eating before then? This talk covers what people would have had for dinner in Southwest Florida 2,000 years ago. Topics of environment, flora and fauna, archaeological research, and historical documents all come together to answer this question. 

Following the presentation, participants will enjoy a brief walk up to CHEC's visitor center to gain special access as the center is typically closed during the summer months. At the center, enjoy interacting and learning more about the animal ambassadors that live there, browse the gift shop and ice cream selections, explore educational exhibits, and more! This portion of the program will be presented in English and translated into Spanish.

Ven a celebrar con nosotras! 

Pre-registration is required. To reserve your seat please contact ashley@checflorida.org. 

Our hope with this map is to help people connect with the Roaring Fork and Colorado River Valley’s incredible public lands. Public lands are owned by a government agency (like Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the Bureau of Land Management, or the US Forest Service) and available for everyone to visit and enjoy. They are part of what makes where we live so special! 

All of the places we’ve identified are ones you can visit with your whole family. The “Legend” on each map tells you other important information - what kind of activities you can do, if the site has a bathroom, etc. If you need camping or other outdoor gear, we encourage you to visit the XXX or XXX Gear Library, where you can borrow gear and test it out before you decided to purchase anything. 

When you visit these special places, be sure to remember they’re home to all sorts of animals: bears, birds, fish, insects, and many more! Treat both the land you’re visiting and the animals with respect - plan ahead and prepare for your visit, always dispose of your waste properly, and take only photos. This ensures these special places will be around for many years to come. 

Finally, a big thank you to all of our sponsors and partners (listed above) for making Camino Latino possible. I hope to see you outside!

Great River Greening is Minnesota's leader in nature based climate solutions through land restoration. Our mission is to inspire, engage and lead local communities in conserving and caring for the lands and waters that enrich our lives.

During Latino Conservation Week, GRG will host an event at Crosby Farm park in St. Paul. Attendees will learn techniques to identify native bees and record their findings in Community Science databases such as  iNaturalist or Bumblebee Watch. 

In coordination with the University of Minnesota Bee Lab and the Xerces Society, Great River Greening (GRG) is piloting more accessible ways for community scientists to measure what pollinators can be seen at a site. Two methods we will teach attendees are the 3-Category (3CAT) monitoring protocol and to use the iNaturalist app. The 3CAT and iNaturalist app are accessible to anyone who can go out to a park or place where plants are in bloom. Both involve minimal training (no species level ID skills required), doesn’t require permits (any capture and release in the metro requires incidental take permits). The 3CAT does not require the use of technology whereas the iNaturalist app requires a smart phone or computer. The idea of the 3-Category Monitoring protocol is that a person can go out to an area, walk around for 30 minutes, and tally the numbers of organisms they see in three categories – honeybees, native bees, and “other pollinators”. This type of participatory science provides crucial information about the pollinator populations in an area, as well as introduces conservation topics and engaging information the participants can take with them after the event.  

Some pollinators of interest, Monarch Butterflies in particular, migrate from Minnesota/northern North America to Central and South America. The valuable organisms we are studying do not have borders and the conservation of these organisms is of equal concern to all people around the world. Many of these species are now very rare, and depend on this type of local, community engagement for their survival.   

What is inside a shell? Explore the wonders and workings of life inside these protective layers as we munch on delicious conchas or pan dulce! 5+yrs. Parent participation is required. Parking fees apply. Wheelchair accessible.

Join us for a sweet celebration of Latino conservation efforts and the vibrant gifts of our Nectar Garden. Savor a delicious frozen treat while learning about the important role of pollinators in our ecosystem and the power of community. All ages. Parent participation required. Parking fees apply where charged. Wheelchair accessible.

Start your morning with birds and cafecito(coffee)! Come together to celebrate birds and the conservation efforts of the Latino community on a leisurely walk along the marsh. Birders of all levels are welcome. We will have cafecito, hot cocoa, and binoculars to share. All ages. Parent participation is required. Parking fees apply where charged. Wheelchair accessible. 

Es un día para ir a Los Padres National Park. “Chumash Wilderness”, para aprender, disfrutar y conservar nuestra naturaleza. 
Deseamos que las familias, juntas, puedan no solo salir a disfrutar de nuestra naturaleza, sino que también aprendan de ella y a su vez puedan conservarla. 

Visitar las Ballenas

Sabado Julio/22

Es un evento que tiene como fin:

1. Apoyar el 2023 Latino Conservation Week.
2. Educar a los miembros de nuestra comunidad sobre nuestra responsabilidad de cuidar la creacion.
3. Disfrutar un dia al aire libre.

La actividad sera la siguiente:

8:00 a.m. Encuentro y desayuno. En Morro Bay State Park Campground.

9:00 a.m. Embarcamos en: 699 Embarcadero. Morro Bay.

9:00 a.m. a 12:30 Tour

1:00 p.m. Almorzamos 

Finalizamos con una charla sobre la creacion y nuestra responsabilidad de cuidarla

Special field trip to the Houston Botanic Garden. Participants will have a fun day immersed in nature. There will be a guided tour where everyone will learn all about the garden and how it works. Participants will learn about the importance of biodiversity and stewardship. There will be a nature hike where everyone will have the opportunity to take photos and draw pictures on a journal.

Dia especial al Jardin Botanico de Houston. Los participantes tendran un divertido dia enfocandose en la naturaleza. Habra un guia que informara sobre el jardin y como funciona. Los participantes aprenderan sobre la importancia de la biodiversidad y cuidar y administrar de la naturaleza. Habra una caminata donde todos tendran la oportunidad de tomar fotos y hacer dibujos en caudernos.