Course Description:  This course is designed to extend your knowledge and enhance your appreciation of the flora, fauna and waters of Pelican Cove. Join us as we take a look at the birds, insects, trees, and plants of our unique Florida home. Discover the steps being taken to preserve and restore our magical habitat for future generations. Over the course of six sessions there will be presentations by various outside agencies as well as by PC resident experts. There will also will be opportunities to tour Pelican Cove with one or more of our resident flora, fauna or water experts. 

Location: Pavilion

Dates/Times:  Tuesdays, Jan 7 to Feb 11, from 2 pm - 3:15 pm. 

Program Coordinators: Ruth Calman, Cherie Kiesler

Ruth Calman spent most of her career working as an educational researcher in Toronto, Ontario including working as Director for an arms length agency of the Ontario provincial government. She has been wintering in Pelican Cove since February 2023 and has been a keen naturalist and avid birder for over 40 years.

Cherie Kiesler was a Public Works Engineer (Stormwater management, Wastewater Treatment) for Fayette County, Ky for several years. She also helps with the annual Mangrove Clean-up and the Seagrass Survey.