FL NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY Gopher Tortoises of the Abacoa Greenway - JON MOORE

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CONSERVATION GROUP

FLORIDA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY - PALM BEACH COUNTY CHAPTER

Monthly Meeting

Featured Speaker: Dr. Jon Moore

Topic: "Gopher Tortoises of the Abacoa Greenway and Their Impacts on the Flora"

Dr. Moore is a Professor of Biology at the Wilkes Honors College in Florida Atlantic University. He and his students have been researching the ecology of gopher tortoises in the Abacoa Greenway in Jupiter, FL for 24 years.

https://www.fau.edu/honors/faculty/moore/

LOCATION:

IFAS / Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium

531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025

6:30pm-9pm

Meetings are FREE to attend. Bring a friend!

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VOLUNTEER: email palmbeachfnps@gmail.com or call (561)285-7213

MEETING INFO:

Discover the wonders of native plants and their vital role in supporting local ecosystems, upon which life depends! We discuss various topics related to native plants, including their importance in providing native habitats, promoting biodiversity, and carving the pathway to sustainability.

Our goal is to preserve, conserve, and restore the native plants and native plant communities of Florida.

Whether you're a seasoned native expert, or just starting your journey, this meeting offers something for everyone.

Learn from experienced members of our community who will share valuable insights and tips for creating your own sustainable garden. Connect with fellow advocates, exchange ideas, ask questions, and gain inspiration.

Our popular native plant drawing follows the speaker program. This is a great way to learn from our knowledgeable members who share their expertise on specific native plants in hand, and it’s an opportunity to add hard-to-find plants to your own landscape.

Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded individuals; this event is a fantastic opportunity for champions of nature to gather and share their love for native plants and gardening.

Also, we have snacks!

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JOIN FNPS: https://www.fnps.org/support/membership

VOLUNTEER: email palmbeachfnps@gmail.com or call (561)285-7213

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