Ron Smith, long-time Pinellas birder, author and field trip leader, will talk about the history of the birdlife of Pinellas dating back to the late 1800s to today.  His overview, complete with slides, is both eye-opening and educational.  Did you know that Pinellas Point once hosted a wading bird colony as far as the eye could see?  That Robert Hoyt, a prominent Pinellas bird collector in his day, planted the original kapok tree?  Or that birders from all over the country flock to Fort De Soto Park in April to see migrating songbirds pass through in great numbers?  Learn things about the birdlife of Pinellas that you never knew before.  Free, registration required.   For more information please contact (727) 453-6500  Reservation policyBefore continuing, we would like to make you aware of our reservation policies. Cancellations - If your class is canceled for any reason you will be notified no less than 24 hours prior to class start. We will provide a full refund for cancellations made by Pinellas County Extension. Refunds may take up to 30 days to process. Payment - We require full payment at time of reservation so be prepared with a credit card to complete this transaction. Refunds - Refunds will be made in the event of a class cancellation or if the registrant requests a refund 24 hours prior to the class time. Reservations - You must be 18 to make a reservation. If you are under 18 and want to attend a class you must register and attend with a parent or guardian. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions, or affiliations. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A&M University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating. Program Participant 0.00