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- and Opportunities for YOU to Make a Difference -

Imagine Our Florida, Inc. is pleased to announce the inception of a new chapter in Volusia/Flagler County. This new team of volunteers, led by Directors Lourdes Brown and Alex Clark, join IOF chapters in Central Florida, Tampa, Miami, and DeSoto/Highlands Counties. Imagine the number of Floridians IOF will EDUCATE AND EMPOWER TO BECOME A VOICE FOR OUR WILDLIFE, ADVOCATE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP, AND COEXIST WITHIN OUR UNIQUE ECOSYSTEMS.

This is all possible because of YOU. It is your willingness to volunteer alongside us, your enthusiasm to share IOF's social media messages, your financial contributions, and your encouragement as we work together to show people how they too can connect, respect, and coexist with wildlife and within our shared ecosystems.

IOF has 2 events this Saturday, April 27th where you can make a difference. There are tabling opportunities at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park in Palm Coast and The Water Festival in Deland. On Sunday, April 28th, bring a bottle of wine and join IOF's fundraiser at Painting with a Purpose in St. Petersburg where you will create your own masterpiece. (details in IOF events)

Keep doing what you are doing. Whether it be sharing our posts, donating what you can, or joining IOF at events, know you are Educating, Empowering, and Making a Difference. 🗣🐾🐻🐢🌳🐬💦

"The Gathering and a Guest"
Seven Roseate Spoonbills and One Snowy Egret.
Black Point Wildlife Drive. Merritt Island
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#ImagineOurFlorida #IOF #spoonbill #egret

--- Tuesday Trivia ---
The Gathering and a Guest
It's a flock of Roseate Spoonbills. Or is it?
Can you spot the guest?
Comment with the species of bird who is not a spoonbill.
Hint: He or she has bright yellow legs.
Answer revealed tonight at 6:00 PM
Be the First to know. Like us at https://www.facebook.com/imagineourflorida/
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#ImagineOurFlorida #IOF #spoonbill #RoseateSpoonbill

--- Earth Day 2019 ---
The United Nations declared April 22 as International Mother Earth Day.
What does Earth Day mean and why is it important?
Earth Day promotes an understanding of environmental issues. Its purpose is to make people aware of the critical actions needed to protect our environment. Earth Day is important because it reminds people to think about the threats the planet faces.
The first Earth Day began as a grassroots effort by Senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970 after he witnessed the devastating 1969 massive oil spill in Santa Barbara, CA. The public support for Earth Day helped bring about the creation of the Environmental Protection Agency, the passing of the Clean Air Act, the Water Quality Improvement Act, and the Endangered Species Act.
Earth Day is the day to remember the environment in our busy lives. It reminds us to do the little things such as turning off lights, conserving energy, planting trees, and recommitting to reduce, reuse, and recycle. More than 1 billion people around the world participate in Earth Day events.
Today, let us all commit to protecting Mother Earth. When we all do our part, our children and grandchildren will inherit a beautiful planet.
#ImagineOurFlorida #IOF #EarthDay #Planet #Environment

Our baby barred owls are no longer babies. They are enjoying new adventures while exploring a whole new world. 🌳🦉🦉 <3
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#imagineourflorida, #iof, #owls, #owl