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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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.
Our annual events are designed to educate, entertain, and strengthen the community.
Host an unforgettable occasion at our beautiful waterfront event space.
Tampa Bay Watch’s Community Wetland Nurseries are designed to cultivate native plants that are essential for the ecological health of Tampa Bay’s estuaries. This initiative bridges the gap between community involvement and environmental stewardship, fostering a connection that grows as deeply as the roots of the plants we nurture. Here, each plant contributes to the resilience and renewal of our local ecosystems, embodying our commitment to both ecological preservation and community engagement.
Engages community members in environmental stewardship, teaching the importance of wetlands in ecological balance.
Native plants stabilize shorelines, improve water quality, and create wildlife habitats that are critical for mitigating the impacts of climate change, such as sea level rise and carbon sequestration.
Located in accessible public areas and developed in partnership with local restoration initiatives, our wetland plant nurseries serve as vital resources for ecological projects while offering an inclusive space for volunteers of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or new to the joys of planting, there’s a role for everyone in our Adopt-a-Nursery volunteer service program.
Manatee County:
1401 99th St. NW, Bradenton, FL 34209
Pinellas County:
Fort De Soto Community Wetland Nursery
Questions? Email Tara Kok, Native Planting Program Coordinator: tkok@tampabaywatch.org