Our Mission

Tampa Bay Watch is dedicated to fostering a healthy Tampa Bay watershed through community-driven restoration projects, education programs, and outreach initiatives.

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Discovery Center

Explore our educational space on the St. Pete Pier, featuring interactive exhibits, daily programs, and a touch tank full of animals from the estuary!

Together, we can bring life to the bay.

It takes a community to make lasting change and protect the future of Tampa Bay’s ecosystem.

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Are you passionate about protecting our waterways? Take a stand for Tampa Bay’s future.

Host an unforgettable occasion at our beautiful waterfront event space.

🌿 Join Us for a Plant-tastic Celebration! 🌿

 

Tampa Bay Watch’s Botanical Bash is blooming on March 30, 2025, from 1 PM – 4 PM at our stunning Tierra Verde Headquarters!

 

Kick off Earth Month with us as we celebrate the beauty and importance of Florida native plants in a fun, interactive, and family-friendly way.

 

🌱 Explore & Discover:
Guided garden tour of our community wetland plant nursery & demonstration garden
Native plant share – trade, buy, and bring home your favorites!
Hands-on activities – make your own Florida native wildflower seed balls
Plant Professionals – learn from garden pros and local organizations
Plant scavenger hunt – a fun challenge for all ages
Refreshments & mingling – sip, snack, and connect with fellow plant lovers

 

Don’t miss this chance to experience nature up close, gain inspiration for your own garden, and support a greener future. 🌍🌸

 

Mark your calendar & invite your friends – we’ll see you there!

This event is Free for TBW Members and $10 for Non- Members

Important Information:

  • Parking: Guests are welcome to park on the property during the event. If the parking lot is full upon your arrival, additional overflow parking is available at a nearby kayak launch. We will have drivers available to shuttle guests to and from the property, but we encourage those who are able to walk to use the sidewalk for a pleasant stroll. For your convenience, we’ve attached a parking map.
  • Restrooms: Please note that the elevator at our headquarters is currently out of service. The only available restroom is located on the second floor of our building. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We do have a chair-lift available for those who may need assistance with stairs.

Thank you to our vendors!

Contact Grace Horne at ghorne@tampabaywatch.org with any questions