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Press Releases
Volunteer Boaters Needed for 28th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup
The 28th Annual Fishing Line Island Cleanup, organized by Tampa Bay Watch and Audubon Florida, will take place throughout the weeks of Monday, October 4 – Monday, October 18. Volunteers with boats are being recruited to independently remove tangled fishing line from mangroves and shorelines of specific bird habitat site locations.
Tampa Bay Watch Leadership Update
Tampa Bay Watch is excited to announce changes to its executive-leadership staff. Dwayne Virgint has been promoted to the CEO position, and will be responsible for the organizational leadership and implementing the strategic direction of Tampa Bay Watch. Peter Clark will continue as President of Tampa Bay Watch with a new focus on major development activities, community outreach, and bay restoration initiatives for Tampa Bay Watch.
Tampa Bay Watch Wedding Stroll
Tampa Bay Watch plans their 4th Annual Afternoon Wedding Stroll at their Marine Education Center on Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 1-5 PM. The Wedding Stroll is free and open to the public and will feature wedding professionals from all over the Tampa Bay area including caterers, florists, DJs/ entertainment specialists, photographers, and more. For health and safety of attending guests, the total number guests will be limited to a maximum of thirty in each hour for the duration of the event.
Tampa Bay Watch announces new Board of Directors
Tampa Bay Watch is proud to announce new officers to its Board of Directors: Mark Chmielewski (left) is Chair, Mike Wilson is Vice-Chair, and Travis Parker is Secretary/Treasurer. Mark Chmielewski is Managing Partner of MC Strategic and served as Vice-Chair of the Tampa Bay Watch Board of Directors over the last two years. He has advised individuals, companies, and charitable organizations on Investment Strategies, Insurance, Tax and Estate Planning matters for over 30 years. Mike Wilson is retired from General Dynamics and Travis Parker is Vice President at Biltmore Construction.
Tampa Bay Watch announces Grant from The Community Foundation of Tampa Bay
The generous $25,000 grant will support Bay Grasses in Classes (BGIC) which provides middle and high school students with an educational resource to learn about ecological practices while enhancing science-based curriculums at their schools and building environmental stewardship.
Tampa Bay Watch receives $10,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation
Tampa Bay Watch received a $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation to create powerful communities in Tampa Bay through their Bay Grasses in Classes initiative.
Tampa Bay Watch selected as a 2020 One Tampa Bay honoree by the Tampa Bay Business Journal
The Tampa Bay Business Journal has selected Tampa Bay Watch to be an honoree for One Tampa Bay, an award that honors nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies for their philanthropic efforts. This year’s class features 17 corporate philanthropy honorees and 21 nonprofit organizations, out of over 220 nominations. These awards bring together the region’s nonprofit organizations with the companies going above and beyond when it comes to giving back to the community.
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Announces Sea Science After-Care Academy and ExPIERences
Is your child interested in science or marine biology? Come ExPIERience Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center’s fun filled after-school programs on the St. Pete Pier! Whether you are currently enrolled in school, virtual learning, or homeschooling, these supplemental marine science programs will keep your students engaged and excited about learning.
Tampa Bay Watch’s 26th Annual Scallop Search Yields 133 Scallops in Do-it-yourself Format
Tampa Bay Watch recently held their annual Great Bay Scallop Search, but participants conducted the survey on their own this year in order to allow for safe social distancing. 36 teams of volunteer boaters and kayakers snorkeled in Lower Tampa Bay, finding a grand total of 133 scallops throughout August 15-23.
New TBW Online Education Resources
Tampa Bay Watch offers new online learning resources, bringing the estuary to you! Click here to read more, or visit the Education Resources page.
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