Ocean Science Lecture Series

Wed, Jan 14 at 4 & 7 p.m.  Telepresence and Robotics: New Paradigms for "Virtual" Ocean Exploration  presented by Dr. Shirley Pomponi, FAU Harbor Branch, admission is FREE.

Wed, Jan 21 at 4 & 7 p.m.   The Peace of Blue: Water Journeys  presented by Bill Belleville, Nature Writer and Documentary Filmmaker, admission is FREE.

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Friends of Harbor Branch Upcoming Events

Join the Friends of Harbor Branch Membership Program

Wed Jan 14  VIP Tour for FoHB Members & Their Guests – Reservations required. 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Meet at the Ocean Discovery Center at 9:30 a.m. Call 772-242-2559 for information and reservations. Ages 12 & up.

Thu Jan 15  Adams Ranch Tour and BBQ Meet at the ranch at 9:45am – Depart 1:30 pm. Bring your cameras. Reservations required. $40 members, $50 nonmembers. Ages 12 and up. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations.

Thu Jan 22  A Land Remembered with Patrick Smith, Jr. A multimedia show about the spirit and history of Florida presented by the son of the author of A Land Remembered. Admission includes a delicious, sustainable seafood paella plate, seated dining. Beer and sangria available for purchase. Silent auction of HBOI lab chairs upcycled by Art Mundo artists. Dinner 5-6:15pm. Presentation begins at 6:30pm. Tickets available in advance ONLY. $20 members, $30 non-members. Call (772) 242-2559. Ages 9 and up.

Tue Jan 27  Authentic Bahama Fish Fry and Boat Tour  with Capt. Chop and Little Jim Bait and Tackle Shop. Depart Ft. Pierce Marina at 3pm and return at 5:30pm. Boat to Little Jim Bait and Tackle where Chef Danny will prepare a fish fry of sustainable seafood complete with hush puppies and coleslaw. Buy your brew and relax on the deck before heading back to the marina. $50 members, $60 nonmembers. Ages 12 and up. Call (772) 242-2559 for reservations.

Thu Jan 29  Explore the Kissimmee River and Restoration Project. Enjoy an all day trip of natural beauty, wildlife, exploration and adventure on a pontoon boat, along with a presentation about Florida environmental history and water resource management. Box lunch and transportation included. $40 members, $50 nonmembers. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations. Ages 9 and up.

Tue, Feb 3  Motorized Kayak Adventure  Depart from Stan Blum Memorial Boat Ramp on North Causeway Blvd at 9:00 am, return at 12:30 pm. $40/members, $45/nonmembers (includes all equipment). Call Friends of Harbor Branch at (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations. All ages.

Wed, Feb 4  VIP Tour for FoHB Members & Their Guests – 10 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Meet at the Ocean Discovery Center at 9:30 a.m. Call 772-242-2559 for information and reservations. Reservations required. Ages 12 & up.

Thu, Feb 5  Learn about Creature Safe Place  10 a.m.  - 11 a.m. at the Ocean Discovery Center.Free program, donations accepted. Reservations required. Call Friends of Harbor Branch at (772) 242-2559. All ages.

Fri, Feb 6  Indian River Lagoon Symposium Public Forum The public is invited to attend a public forum from  9 a.m. - noon. Registration is required— click here to register.

                   Love Your Lagoon Dinner  Event proceeds support Harbor Branch Indian River Lagoon research. For more information, email lyl@hboifoundation.org or call 772-466-9876 ext. 200.

Tue, Feb 10  Indian River Lagoon Wildlife Tour  Meet at Johnson Education Center at 10 a.m.  $25/members, $30/non-members, includes a snack and cider. Guests are invited to enjoy lunch at the Link Port Café after the tour. Call Friends of Harbor Branch at (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations. Ages 8 and up.

Thu, Feb 12  Explore the Kissimmee River and Restoration Project  Enjoy a day trip of natural beauty, wildlife, exploration and adventure on a pontoon boat, along with a presentation about Florida environmental history and water resource management. Box lunch and transportation included. $40/members, $50/non-members. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations. Ages 9 and up.

Thu, Feb 19   Adams Ranch Tour and BBQ   Meet at the ranch at 9:45am – Depart 1:30 pm. Bring your cameras! $40/members, $50/non-members. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations.Ages 12 and up.

Thu, Feb 26  Explore the Kissimmee River and Restoration Project  Enjoy a day trip of natural beauty, wildlife, exploration and adventure on a pontoon boat, along with a presentation about Florida environmental history and water resource management. Box lunch and transportation included. $40/members, $50/non-members. Call (772) 242-2559 for information and reservations. Ages 9 and up.

Sat, Feb 28 LunaFest   FAU Harbor Branch hosts this short film event “by, for and about women.” Speakers forum prior to films, doors open at 12:30pm. Tickets: $20 (plus service charge.) For tickets and information, visit lunafest.org/fortpierce or call 772-567-1233.