LEC: Nature at Night: Marvelous Manatees

6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12

Participants can learn about Florida’s manatees, springs and conservation photography during this evening presentation. Cora Berchem of Save the Manatee Club will discuss manatee behavior, habitat and the organization’s conservation efforts at Blue Spring. Conservation photographer Linda Willinski will share information about Florida’s springs, her experiences with manatees, and the growing dangers social media can pose to manatees and other wildlife. She also will discuss how conservation photography can help protect these animals. The program is recommended for manatee enthusiasts of all ages. Light refreshments and nonalcoholic beverages will be provided by West Volusia Audubon and the Friends of Lyonia Environmental Center.

Lyonia Environmental Center will offer a variety of educational and family-friendly nature public programs throughout September. Reservations are required for all programs. To make a reservation, call 386-789-7207, ext. 21028, or search for Lyonia Environmental Center on www.eventbrite.com.