Do you have an idea for a habitat restoration or environmental education project? You could receive a Bay Mini-Grant to make that idea a reality. Apply this summer!

Projects must be in the Tampa Bay watershed and support one of the many goals or activities described in the Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan for Tampa Bay.  Businesses, nonprofits, schools, neighborhood associations, and many more organizations are eligible to apply for this grant.

Let’s turn that idea into action!  Check out the details on TBEP’s website and register for the webinar for an overview of the program and tips on submitting a strong application. If you’re not sure that your idea is a good fit for Bay Mini-Grants, reach out to Jessica Lewis at jlewis@tbep.org. She’ll provide candid feedback and suggestions to make your application a strong contender for this competitive grant.

Apply between May 8 and September 13, 2024

Did you know that May 25th is World Fish Migration Day? This campaign is celebrated every two years to help us understand how migratory fish connect with other animals and places around the globe. Many fish start their lives in rivers and estuaries and then move to different places as they grow.

Scientists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are studying how sport fish move within Tampa Bay and nearby waters. They put transmitters on juvenile fish in a restored nursery area of Robinson Preserve to track where the fish go as they get older. So far, they've found that many of the fish are migrating  to adult habitats outside of the preserve. This information helps natural resource managers design future habitat restoration projects to support fish populations. Read more about the study here: https://tbep-tech.github.io/robinson-sport-fish/

Whether fish are traveling long distances or just moving in a small area, it's important to understand how they move (or why they can’t). Tune into the livestream event on May 25 to learn more about World Fish Migration Day and events occurring around the world: https://www.youtube.com/@Worldfishmigrationday

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently created a list of best fishing practices for anglers targeting tarpon. Recommendations focus on what gear to use, fighting techniques, handling tips, and release strategies. By following these practices, anglers can quickly and confidently reel in tarpon and help one of Florida’s most iconic saltwater fish species survive release. 

Love fishing for tarpon? Get your fix even when you’re not on the water by reeling in the Tampa Bay Specialty License Plate, featuring a silvery tarpon! Proceeds from the sale of this plate aid restoration and conservation in Tampa Bay. At only $17 a year, it’s an easy and affordable way to help Tampa Bay!

UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension Preserve Tours |

Dec 2 - May 11

Enjoy an educational stroll through some of Manatee County's nature preserves. Multiple dates offered at Perico Preserve, DeSoto/Riverview Pointe Preserve, Rye Preserve, and Emerson Point Preserve.

Great American Cleanup | March 1 - June 30

Join Keep Pinellas Beautiful at cleanup events to remove litter and beautify locations throughout Pinellas County.

Tampa Bay Chalk Festival | May 4

Join Pinellas Diaspora Arts Project for the Tampa Bay Chalk Festival. This year’s theme is “Protecting our Environment: Sustaining Our Future.”

Pints of Science | May 8

Three area scientists will share their current projects at this seated event at New World Tampa.

Regional Resiliency Summit | May 9

The 4th Regional Resiliency Summit will feature local and national speakers, interactive breakout sessions, and a beachfront venue.

Bay-Friendly Landscaping Workshop | May 9

Learn how to create a beautiful landscape that provides valuable ecosystem services with this class from UF/IFAS Hillsborough County Extension.

Compost Happens! | May 10

Celebrate Compost Awareness Week with UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County at this composting class. Includes hands-on experience in the garden!

Give-A-Day for the Bay: Gulfport Beach Park | May 11

Join us for a rain garden planting at Gulfport Beach Park. Lunch provided for all volunteers. Registration required.

High Point Community Cleanup | May 11

Keep Pinellas Beautiful will be hosting a cleanup at the High Point Neighborhood Family Center in Clearwater. This project is sponsored by our Bay Mini-Grant program.

Mirror Lake Cleanup | May 11

Stewards of Our Urban Lakes will be hosting a Bay Mini-Grant funded cleanup of Mirror Lake in St. Petersburg. Registration required.

Landscape Design Workshop | May 14

UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County will be presenting this class to learn about sustainable landscape design for your Florida yard.

Crescent Lake Cleanup | May 18

Stewards of Our Urban Lakes and Keep Pinellas Beautiful will be hosting a cleanup at Crescent Lake in St. Petersburg. Registration required.

Getting Ready for the Rainy Season | May 25

Learn how to keep your landscape and the environment healthy during the rainy season. This event is free, with an option for purchasing a rain barrel with registration.

Give-A-Day for the Bay: Duette Preserve | June 1

Join us for a planting party at Duette Preserve! We need 50-100 volunteers to plant over 25,000 wiregrass plugs, so bring your friends, neighbors, and colleagues! Free lunch with registration.

Pollution Prevention Grant - Apply by May 17

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Pollution Prevention Grant - Apply by May 17

Invasive Species Eradication Funding Opportunity - Apply by May 27

Alternative Water Supply Grants - Apply by June 30

Wetlands Restoration and Protection Grants - Apply by June 30

Innovative Technology for Harmful Algal Blooms Grants - Apply by June 30

Nonpoint Source Management Grants - Apply by June 30

Community Change Grants - Apply by November 21

Environmental Scientist II - Hillsborough County - Tampa

Environmental Technician - Hillsborough County - Tampa

Stormwater Engineer - Pinellas County - Clearwater

Water Quality Management Specialist - Pinellas County - Largo

Parks and Natural Resources Senior Park Caretaker - Polk County - Lakeland

Project Manager, Public Works - Pasco County - New Port Richey

Environmental Program Manager, Mitigation - Manatee County - Bradenton

Water Conservation Outreach and Events Speciality - Manatee County - Bradenton

The City of Clearwater is looking to fill vacancies on these advisory boards:

Environmental Advisory Board

Building Flood Board of Adjustment and Appeals

Community Development Board

Neighborhood & Affordable Housing

Municipal Code Enforcement

Social Science Subcommittee - May 22, 2024

Open Science Subcommittee - May 29, 2024