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Deering Seafood Festival discount advance tickets

Miami’s popular Deering Seafood Festival on the Bay is taking place on Sunday, March 26. And if you’ve been waiting all this time to enjoy this family friendly event, you should know the time is now to buy your tickets! You can save $5 for adults and $3 for children if you make your purchase …

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Daily nature preserve tours at Deering Estate

The Deering Estate sits atop the geological formation known as the Miami Rock Ridge, most prominent and visible in southern Miami-Dade County. During the day, it offers eco adventures like birding and nature walks among the tropical hardwood hammocks. Guided Nature Tours are offered daily from October-May at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $15 and includes …

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Free tax preparation and filing support in Miami

Tax Day is Tuesday, April 18, but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need help preparing your taxes, there will be 30 local non-profits that have come together to form the Miami Tax Pros who will be offering free filing for those who qualify. Miami-Dade County offers free tax preparation …

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Documentary: ‘Path of the Panther’ focuses on Florida ecosystem

“Path of the Panther” is an award-winning documentary that focuses on the struggling Florida panther, from world-renowned National Geographic photographer Carlton Ward, Jr. and activist Leonardo DiCaprio, who serves as executive producer. The award-winning film is being released in South Florida theaters on Friday, Feb. 24, and will play through April 30. Ticket prices vary: …

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Nature hikes and guided tours at Deering Estate, South Dade

Enjoy wildlife viewing, bay vistas, self- and staff-guided access to museums, plus other activities Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) and Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, a 2,000-mile, self-guided trail traversing 500 sites located throughout Florida and selected for their excellent bird watching, wildlife viewing and educational opportunities. …

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Free and cheap EcoAdventures at Miami parks

When evenings are little cooler, many folks like to spend more time outdoors, in nature. And if you are the eco-adventurous type who enjoys daytime birdwatching, owl walks and nature trails or campfires and night hikes, here is a list of some of the best that Miami-Dade Parks have to offer. Check specific park websites …

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Join Bird-friendly Gardening Day in South Miami

The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of event month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization’s bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg Nature Center grounds in good shape. WHEN: third Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon through June, 8:30 to 11 a.m. in July and August. WHERE: …

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