Learning Through Service

Sarasota Bay Guardians is a family-friendly volunteer program that SBEP

runs in partnership with Around the Bend Nature Tours.  Bay Guardians was established to get everyday people involved in making a difference in their community by engaging in activities that make a positive impact on the Sarasota Bay Watershed.

The SBEP backs this program wholeheartedly and invites everyone

to get involved.  It’s a really fun, great way for families, teens, and younger children to come out and get their hands dirty and learn

about how they can help in the restoration of Sarasota Bay.

For more information about getting involved with the Bay Guardians

contact Sara at (941) 955-8085 / sara@sarasotabay.org. or

Karen at (941) 794-8773 / karen@aroundbend.com.

Suggested attire:

Long sleeve shirts, pants, eye protection and gloves

Wear appropriate shoes to protect your feet (no flip flops or sandals - old sneakers are best)

Don't forget your sun-block!

Bay Guardians at Robinson Preserve for Earth Day Native Planting                                 

Sarasota Bay Buddies

Another family-friendly volunteer program offered by SBEP is Sarasota Bay Buddies.  Bay Buddies is a

really fun, great way for families and younger children to come out and get their hands dirty and learn about how they can help in the restoration of Sarasota Bay.

For more information about getting involved with the Sarasota Bay Buddies contact Sara Kane at (941) 955-8085 or sara@sarasotabay.org.

Bay Buddies at FISH Preserve for exotic plant removal