50th Anniversary Celebration of 
Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve

50 years ago, we went to the moon! That same year, and much closer to home, the Florida Legislature established the Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve and launched our community into a new generation of environmental advocacy.

Join State Officials, County Commissioners, Mayors, Municipal Elected Officials, County and City Staff to celebrate 50 years of aquatic preservation! 

This FREE to attend, citizen-driven, science-based program will feature educational kiosks, interactive activities, a virtual reality (VR) headset experience, and special prizes. College students and faculty will meet, greet, and host activities before and after the program. Light refreshments will be served. 

4:00 PM - Opening Reception
• Networking and Educational Kiosks

5:00 PM - Program
• Christopher Still, Fine Artist 
• Dr. Randy Runnels, Manager for Tampa Bay's four Aquatic Preserves: 
Boca Ciega Bay, Pinellas County, Terra Ceia, & Cockroach Bay 
• Roger Wilson, State Legislator 1968-76, Initiated Aquatic Preserve Legislation
in 1969

6:00 PM - Closing Reception
• Networking and Educational Kiosks

Open to community conservation leaders and the public. Limited seating. 
Free parking.

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Please RSVP using the registration link below. 

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