Working together to Help the Lagoon
The First Friday Litter Sweep is a monthly volunteer cleanup at the Marine Resources Council’s Ted Moorhead Lagoon House in Palm Bay, where participants remove trash from nearby highways, trails, and lagoon‑side areas. Ted Moorhead Lagoon House, 3275 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay, FL lovetheirl.org Volunteers help clean the surrounding property, including US‑1 frontage, walking […]
Hands‑on planting and maintenance of native plants (often mangroves, salt marsh grasses, and other coastal species) Educational activities for volunteers and the public about native plant care and its role in habitat restoration Community building through shared volunteer work and networking ed Moorhead Lagoon House, 3275 Dixie Hwy NE, Palm Bay
Introduction to aquaponics: how fish, plants, bacteria, and system components work together to grow food. This introductory course on aquaponics teaches the fundamentals of a sustainable food production method that combines aquaculture (raising fish) with hydroponics (growing plants without soil). Participants will learn how aquaponic systems work, explore the key components of a successful system, […]
MRC runs one of the largest licensed mangrove nursery in the state of Florida. Our Sebastian property is host to our large nursery with ~9000 plants. This nursery provides red, white, and black mangroves that are used for restoration projects across the state. What will volunteers do? At mangrove workshops, volunteers help with nursery maintenance […]
Because trash travels with wind, rain, and human traffic patterns — and Waterway Warriors go where the need is greatest, we don’t schedule our cleanup locations more than about two months in advance. This flexibility allows us to respond quickly to areas where trash is building up and make the biggest impact. What you can […]
2026 Garden Marketplace Gently Used Garden Treasures – Looking for New Homes! Join UF/IFAS for Brevard Discovery Garden's first-ever Garden Marketplace on Saturday, November 14, from 9:00 AM to Noon! If you love gardening, discovering unique finds, and supporting a great cause, this event is for you! 🌿 Shop for Garden Treasures! Our Master Gardener […]
More details in the new year. Environmental speakers and tables. Free yoga and native plant giveaway. Food Trucks, music and kids activities. Ryckman Park, Ocean Ave, Melbourne Beach
Monday, March 22-Wednesday, March 24, 2027 • 9 AM-4 PM Get outdoors this summer and spend 3 days exploring three unique Florida ecosystems! The Florida Youth Naturalist Program (FYNP) is a new program for young nature enthusiasts interested in learning more about Florida’s environment. Inspired by the Florida Master Naturalist program, this youth program takes […]