BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//St Pete Directory - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:St Pete Directory X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stpetedirectory.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for St Pete Directory REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T093334 CREATED:20250106T154421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T154421Z UID:10003025-1736422200-1736425800@stpetedirectory.com SUMMARY:Florida Native Plant Gardening DESCRIPTION:Get in on the trend of gardening with natives! Learn from a Pinellas County Master Gardener the countless ways native plants can delight and benefit you\, your landscape and our native birds\, bees and butterflies. We’ll start with the basics of how to choose the right plants for your landscape\, where you can buy them and how to care for them (no pesticides needed!). URL:https://stpetedirectory.com/event/florida-native-plant-gardening/ LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705-4657\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stpetedirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/beautyberry2021-x6hKMd.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pinellas County Extention":MAILTO:rsheppner@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T110000 DTSTAMP:20260611T093334 CREATED:20241111T183245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T183245Z UID:10002843-1734163200-1734174000@stpetedirectory.com SUMMARY:Raptor Run 5k 24' DESCRIPTION:Friendly 5k run organized to raise funds for the conservation efforts of Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.\n\n\nThe Raptor Run returns!\n \nStart your “Couch to 5k” program now so you’ll be ready for our 9th Annual Boyd Hill Nature Trail 5k! \nThis race’s origins begin with St Pete Strength Center (Formerly the Anytime Fitness DTSP 2011-2022) organizing it as a way to motivate its members to get together to celebrate their bodies\, connect to nature\, and raise funds for St. Pete’s cherished Boyd Hill Nature Preserve. \nNow\, in collaboration with Peli Productions\, a local media production company\, the Raptor Run continues to embrace the grassroots values that have shaped it over the past nine years. \nBoyd Hill Park\, originally established as a zoo and botanical garden\, has transformed into a breathtaking tapestry of natural habitats and lush tropical landscapes nestled along the shores of Lake Maggiore. The main 5k trail highlights the park’s diverse beauty\, while there are also five captivating side trails to explore\, each showcasing unique habitats such as the Swamp Woodlands Trail\, Willow Marsh Trail\, Lake Maggiore Trail\, Scrub Island Trail\, and Pine Flatwoods Trail. Along the way\, you’ll encounter delightful surprises like the amusing giant armadillos by Wax Myrtle Pond. \nThe beautiful marked race trail is ready for you to walk\, run\, or even crawl at your own pace! So come play outside with us. Please note that this event is exclusively for human racers\, and to maintain the integrity of our trails and wildlife\, we have limited tickets available for only 200 participants. Given the demand\, we anticipate selling out quickly\, so secure your tickets without delay! \nAs a not-for-profit run\, this event directly supports the Boyd Hill Nature Preserve and The Friends of Boyd’s Raptor Fest\, which funds their vital Birds of Prey Program (learn more here). \nWith your registration\, you’ll receive an exclusive\, locally designed and printed 2024 Raptor Run Long Sleeved Dry-Fit Shirt\, featuring the Short-Tailed Hawk—a bird you can encounter firsthand at Boyd Hill as part of their Birds of Prey Program and a native resident of Florida’s remarkable ecosystems. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying the wonders of nature. Lace up your shoes\, embrace the spirit of camaraderie\, and embark on an unforgettable journey at the Boyd Hill Nature Trail 5k!” \nMore Details: \nRace Day is December 14th \nEarly Bird Registration\, through October 31st: $40 \nOctober 31st until the day of the event: $50 (Shirts not guaranteed for last-minute orders. We will provide more details here and on social media when we become aware of shirt deadlines) \nCheck-in from 7:45-8:15am \nRunner warm-up led by our training staff at 8:15am \n5k Run begins at 8:30am \nIn the event of unforeseen torrential weather\, the race will be postponed to a later date in early January. \nCheck out the photos from the last event! URL:https://stpetedirectory.com/event/raptor-run-5k-24/ LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705-4657\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stpetedirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/281f5fa0b40b7c931f02368bd5c7e0cc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T090000 DTSTAMP:20260611T093334 CREATED:20241118T153033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T153033Z UID:10002869-1734163200-1734166800@stpetedirectory.com SUMMARY:Get Fit St. Pete: Trail Run DESCRIPTION:Trail Fun Run is on the SECOND SATURDAY of every month from *8 – 9 a.m. at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way South. \n\nMEETING LOCATION: Go through the Education Center to meet the group behind the building. All levels welcome. ADMISSION IS FREE! \nThis event is presented by the team of running coaches at St. Pete Running Company. \n  \n*Summer hours of 8-9 AM will be in place from June through September. Will return to 9-10AM in October. \n  \n\nGET FIT ST. PETE MEMBERSHIP\nGet Fit St. Pete participants are now required to digitally sign into each Get Fit class using a Get Fit Membership. This digital membership is FREE and open to anyone who would like to attend a Get Fit St. Pete monthly class. Save time and click the link below to complete the online registration or arrive early to a Get Fit Class to register onsite. Complete your Get Fit St. Pete Membership online and avoid the hassle of registering at the park! URL:https://stpetedirectory.com/event/get-fit-st-pete-trail-run-2/ LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705-4657\, United States CATEGORIES:Get Fit,Healthy Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stpetedirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Get-Fit-St.-Pete-Trail-Run-NLDH5q.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Healthy St. Pete –%3B Rhenelle":MAILTO:rrmcswee@stpete.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T093334 CREATED:20241212T184207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T184207Z UID:10002958-1734003000-1734006600@stpetedirectory.com SUMMARY:Festive Holiday Plants DESCRIPTION:It’s the time of year when poinsettias\, Christmas cacti\, amaryllis\, Norfolk Island pine and more are filling garden center shelves and flower shop windows. Master Gardener volunteers will share how to select and care for them through the holiday season and which ones thrive in your Pinellas County. URL:https://stpetedirectory.com/event/festive-holiday-plants/ LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705-4657\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://stpetedirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/poinsettia-xLVcYj.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pinellas County Extention":MAILTO:rsheppner@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T090000 DTSTAMP:20260611T093334 CREATED:20241024T143901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T143901Z UID:10002783-1731139200-1731142800@stpetedirectory.com SUMMARY:Get Fit St. Pete: Trail Run DESCRIPTION:Trail Fun Run is on the SECOND SATURDAY of every month from *8 – 9 a.m. at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way South. \n\nMEETING LOCATION: Go through the Education Center to meet the group behind the building. All levels welcome. ADMISSION IS FREE! \nThis event is presented by the team of running coaches at St. Pete Running Company. \n  \n*Summer hours of 8-9 AM will be in place from June through September. Will return to 9-10AM in October. \n  \n\nGET FIT ST. PETE MEMBERSHIP\nGet Fit St. Pete participants are now required to digitally sign into each Get Fit class using a Get Fit Membership. This digital membership is FREE and open to anyone who would like to attend a Get Fit St. Pete monthly class. Save time and click the link below to complete the online registration or arrive early to a Get Fit Class to register onsite. Complete your Get Fit St. Pete Membership online and avoid the hassle of registering at the park! URL:https://stpetedirectory.com/event/get-fit-st-pete-trail-run/ LOCATION:Boyd Hill Nature Preserve\, 1101 Country Club Way S\, St. Petersburg\, FL\, 33705-4657\, United States CATEGORIES:Get Fit,Healthy Physical Activity ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://stpetedirectory.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Get-Fit-St.-Pete-Trail-Run-NLDH5q.tmp_.png ORGANIZER;CN="Healthy St. Pete –%3B Rhenelle":MAILTO:rrmcswee@stpete.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR