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the Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areas

the Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areasthe Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areasthe Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areas

Conserving Land in Area Neighborhoods

for the Benefit of All Living Things

941-218-9775

NPconservancy@gmail.com

Donate Today

the Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areas

the Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areasthe Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areasthe Environmental Conservancy of North Port and surrounding areas

Conserving Land in Area Neighborhoods

for the Benefit of All Living Things

941-218-9775

NPconservancy@gmail.com

Donate Today

Support Our Harbour heights GOFUNDME Fundraiser!


Announcing our first "Harbour Heights (Charlotte County) Land Conservation" Fundraiser Campaign via GoFundMe! https://gofund.me/513a107b  


WHAT: 

On June 14th the Charlotte County Commission confirmed we are the winning surplus auction bidders on 6 lots which are divided into two 3-lot sets, for a purchase price of $24,000 ($4,000 per lot).  The deadline to raise the funds is August 8th. 


WHERE:  

Diplomat Drive/Washington Street Neighborhood  

Flarian Drive/Broadpoint Drive Neighborhood  


HOW: 

Donate via GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/513a107b - help us reach our goal of:

 3 lots on Flarian Drive =$12,000

3 lots on Diplomat Drive = $12,000. 

ANY donation increment is WELCOME!  


WHY: 

Similar to North Port, Harbour Heights hosts populations of the Florida Scrub-jay and the Gopher Tortoise; both are listed as a threatened species and both are rapidly losing habitat as our area's human population continues to grow. 

Contiguous parcels of conservation land are helpful to all species in areas of development as they help to 

provide corridors for wildlife to move about, live, feed and raise their young in safety. 

Conservation of undeveloped land parcels (greenspace) in our neighborhoods also maintains scenic landscape for people; helps reduce flooding; helps filter water/improve water quality; 

maintains the native tree canopy and vegetation that serve as filters for our air; and increases property values.   


We truly are in a race against development. 


Acquisition of neighborhood land for conservation is truly a collective effort - please join us today!


The "woods" in our neighborhoods are just an illusion.

 Each parcel of land on this example street in North Port is individually owned and subject to being completely clear-cut for residential development, removing vital habitat for our wildlife and erasing our tree canopy and native plant life.   Many of North Port's surrounding areas such as Port Charlotte, Harbour Heights , Venice, Sarasota and Englewood also consist of streets/neighborhoods like this one.


Collectively with the support of concerned citizens we can acquire and conserve land in our neighborhoods in its natural state forever, thereby creating a balance between development and the environment for the co-existence of all living things.   


Join our effort by donating today.

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Our Mission

We are a 501c3 non-profit entity focused on acquiring and conserving undeveloped natural land parcels in neighborhoods of  North Port and its Surrounding Areas (Sarasota and Charlotte Counties) to provide a greenspace balance between where nature has lived for decades and where we live today as our population continues to grow at a rapid pace.  


Conserving natural land in our neighborhoods allows for the preservation/protection of, education about, and co-existence with, our local native flora and fauna, especially threatened species such as the Gopher Tortoise and Florida Scrub-jay.

  

Conservation of natural land amidst residential development preserves wildlife habitat, threatened and/or endangered species and biodiversity; maintains scenic landscape for people; helps reduce flooding; helps filter water/improve water quality; and maintains the tree canopy and native vegetation that serve as filters for our air. Conserving land increases property values near these greenspaces too. 


CONSERVATION COUNTER

PARCELS PURCHASED WITH DONATED FUNDS TO DATE: 8 PARCELS RECEIVED AT VIA DONATION TO DATE: 2

PARCEL PURCHASE CONTRACTS CURRENTLY PENDING:  1                    PARCEL DONATION CONTRACTS CURRENTLY PENDING:  1

Gallery of the 10 land parcels protected to date with the help of our generous supporters

    Gallery of local flora and fauna that motivates our mission

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    ThANK YOU to our February 19th 5K run/1k walk and Wellness F

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park


    REGISTER HERE: 

    https://runsignup.com/Race/FL/NorthPort/RacetoConserve


    5K timed run - $20.22 ages 8 and up

    5K walk or 1K walk - $10.11 ages 8 and up


     Walkers and leashed dogs welcome on the 5K course, or there is a 1K route option available. 


    Race timing will be provided by Beach Bum Timing (www.beachbumtiming.com). 

    https://www.facebook.com/beachbumtiming


    Post-race/walk, plan to visit our Sponsor/Guest tables and “Wellness Forest” with The Caregiver Connection Coalition of Sarasota/Charlotte Counties including complimentary Yoga by Cocoa Yoga Café to registered participants. Register for Yoga here: www.metamorphosis-3.com/about-4


    PACKET PICK-UP: 3465 Alfred Road, North Port, FL 34286 on Thursday February 17 from 8:00 am - 6:30 pm.  


    Visit the Events tab of our website to learn more about the natural environment of the park and further details on the run/walk.



     

    EARTHBALANCE - Live Oak Sponsor

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

       EarthBalance® is one of the largest hands-on ecological restoration and environmental consulting firms in the country. Founded in 1985 as Florida Environmental, Inc., they’ve been permitting, restoring, protecting, and managing ecosystems throughout the United States and the Caribbean for over 30 years.


    They apply environmental science and industry-leading technologies to develop ecological solutions that balance nature with the needs of people.


    To learn more, visit: http://www.earthbalance.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/EarthBalanceEco/


    And check out their native plant nursery too:

     http://www.earthbalance.com/native-nursery/


    Their North Port Corporate Headquarters office is located at 2570 Commerce Parkway off of Toledo Blade Blvd.

    941-426-7878

    SARASOTA COUNTY OFF ROAD RIDERS (SCORR) - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    Race to Conserve 5K run/1K walk and Wellness Forest at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park

    SARASOTA COUNTY OFF ROAD RIDERS (SCORR) - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    SCORR is South Sarasota County's off-road bike club. They coordinate with local land managers to improve off-road riding in Venice, Englewood and North Port, building new trails and improving existing ones. No membership fees are required. To become a member simply like them on Facebook @ SCORR Riders.


    SCORR holds local weekly Tuesday night rides.  Their annual " Piggy's Revenge" event is set for January 30th 2022.


    To learn more, visit:

     https://www.scorrider.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/scorriders


     Questions? Email scorrider@gmail.com or call 941-468-1136.  


    Discover Wild Florida on your off-road bike with SCORR!

      

    EVERGREEN HOLISTIC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    SARASOTA COUNTY OFF ROAD RIDERS (SCORR) - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    Evergreen Holistic of North Port, Florida is a community of independent holistic practitioners coming together under one roof to cultivate physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health. 


    It is their belief that when you include a holistic approach to your health and wellness journey it can empower you to take back an active role in your own self-care.  


    Each practitioner brings a specialized approach and valuable insight into the wellness journey by offering yoga, meditation, therapeutic massage, energy healing, sound healing and house blessings.


    To learn more, visit: https://www.evergreenholistic.org/

    https://www.facebook.com/evergreenholistic


    Hours by appointment only at 2525 Bobcat Village Center Road, Unit 104 in North Port.  941-423-5409


    NORTH PORT FRIENDS OF WILDLIFE - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

     North Port Friends of Wildlife is a chapter of Friends of Sarasota County Parks (FOSCP). NPFOWL was founded in 2014 by individuals who, in light of North Port’s fast paced growth, felt wildlife and wildlife habitat needed protection. 


    The goal of NPFOWL is to educate and encourage the community, developers and government officials to protect our wildlife and natural resources - trees, air and water. North Port has an abundance of these , which should be protected for future generations. 


    To learn more, visit:
    http://www.northportfriendsofwildlife.org/
    https://www.facebook.com/NPFOWL

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    SOUTHERN SHORES METAL WORKS, LLC - Sabal Palm Sponsor

      Southern Shores Metal Works, LLC (Chris Kovach, certified welder) provides welding (including aluminum and stainless steel) and fabrication, complete trailer refurbish/modification/service/repair, electric gate opener installation/service/repair, ATV service, UTV service and more in North Port and surrounding areas. Mobile service available as well, Chris will work on site at your location when the job permits.

    To learn more and view a variety of project photos visit:
    https://www.facebook.com/Southern-Shores-Metal-Works-LLC-110868951043588
    Or contact 941-815-1565 


    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    Howell Concrete & Land Service, Inc. has over 25 years of professional experience in civil and environmental construction services. 


    Founded and operated by William Howell, a Florida Master Naturalist and Venice native, the company specializes in concrete services, storm water maintenance, selective land clearing, invasive species removal, erosion repair, shoreline restoration and excavation services, featuring a Menzi Muck walking excavator. 


    The company's goal is to provide a “grass roots” approach towards all of your project needs. 


    To learn more visit:
    http://www.hclsi.com/
     Or contact 941-468-2944 or Office@hclsi.com

    PEACE RIVER AUDUBON SOCIETY - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

     The objectives and purposes of the Peace River Audubon Society fall into three primary areas: Birding, Conservation, and Education. 


    PRAS offers a variety of outdoor walkabouts, field trips and other educational events in our local area centered around these objectives. They also offer a program to have your yard certified as a Bird and Butterfly Sanctuary, issue a monthly newsletter, post an ongoing blog and more.


    To learn more and view their calendar visit:
    https://peaceriveraudubon.org/
    https://www.facebook.com/PRASaudubon

    KOKOKHAN ESSENTIAL OILS - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    HOWELL CONCRETE & LAND SERVICE, INC. - Sabal Palm Sponsor

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    Kokokahn Essential Oils specializes in aromatherapy and essential oils made with unrefined, organic ingredients and pure essential oils.  It is a small family-owned business with a passion for the healing power of plants. 


    All of their products are handcrafted in North Port, FL and formulated by Traci Dalrymple, Kokokahn Founder. Traci has over 20 years of experience in essential oils and aromatherapy.


    To learn more, visit:
    https://www.facebook.com/kokokahn
    https://kokokahnessentialoils.com
    Or their store location: 3545 Bobcat Village Center Rd., North Port
    (941) 200-5243

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

     The professional specialties of WENDY NAMACK, Certified Financial Planner, focus on comprehensive financial planning, integrated wealth management advisory services, estate and trust planning services, retirement and income planning, business services, and succession planning.


    In February 2009, Wendy opened her independent practice, NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROTESSIONALS, INC., in North Port, Florida. Securities and advisory services are offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser.


    Previously, Wendy was an associate vice president–investment officer with Wachovia Securities, LLC, and its predecessor, AG Edwards & Sons, Inc., for 13 years, having worked in branches in Englewood and Bradenton, Florida.


    To learn more, visit:

    https://www.namack.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/NamackPortfolioInvestmentProfessionals

    Or contact: 

    Phone and Text – (941) 429-2911

    Email – Wendy@Namack.com

    Branch Location -- Cowork Hive, 14260 Tamiami TRL, North Port, FL 34287

    Mailing Address -- 1181 S Sumter BLVD #319, North Port FL 34287

    TERVIS - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    NATIVE PLANT SPONSORS and IN-KIND SPONSORS

    TERVIS got its start in 1940 when the first 16oz tumbler was born, keeping hot beverages hot and cold ones cold while reducing condensation, preventing table rings and being dishwasher safe.


    Over the years the Tervis collection expanded from the 16oz tumbler to a handled mug, 24 oz tumbler, customer customizable tumblers, water bottle, stainless steel and their "Take Your Tervis" campaign which encourages consumers to take and refill their Tervis instead of choosing single-use beverage containers.


    Tervis has a goal  to be a Zero Waste to landfill facility by the end of 2022. This means that, as a manufacturer, they are not sending ANYTHING to a landfill. Instead, they will  REDUCE, REUSE OR RECYCLE all waste produced at their factory here in Southwest Florida. 

    Many (eventually ALL) products they produce, can be returned to them to be broken down and reused as brand new products.


    These new products include park benches and flower pots that they donate to schools and parks, vases for special occasions and recycled tumblers. They advise they will do whatever it takes to ensure their products do not impact our oceans and landfills.


    Learn more about their sustainability program here:

    https://www.tervis.com/sustainability


    Learn more about the company and their products here:

    https://www.tervis.com/

    (866) 886-2537 

    customercare@tervis.com 

    NATIVE PLANT SPONSORS and IN-KIND SPONSORS

    NAMACK PORTFOLIO INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS, INC. - Scrub Oak Sponsor

    NATIVE PLANT SPONSORS and IN-KIND SPONSORS

    NATIVE PLANT SPONSORS

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    METAMORPHOSIS-3

    Lisa Gates

     Working to enrich the lives of isolated seniors and caregivers by providing programs that offer relaxation, support and socialization. 

    https://www.metamorphosis-3.com/

     lisa@metamorphosis-3.com 

     239-810-1241 


    HEARTIS|VENICE 

    Senior Living

    Jessica Goorsky

    Director of Community Relations

    www.HeartisVenice.com

     JGoorsky@heartisvenice.com 

    1020 N. Tamiami Trail

    North Venice, FL 34275

     941-214-9885 


    EMPATH HEALTH/TIDEWELL HOSPICE

    Samantha McKee

    Community Relations Representative 

     www.tidewell.org  

     scmckee@tidewell.org

    6310 Capital Drive, Suite 100

    Lakewood Ranch, FL, 34202

    Cell:  (941) 524-0526


    VALERIE'S HOUSE

     Valerie’s House is a nonprofit organization that helps children and families who have lost a loved one to go on to live fulfilling lives. Their vision is that no child grieves alone. Valerie’s House offers grief group support groups for families in Sarasota, Charlotte, Desoto, Lee, and Collier County. All of their services are free of charge to our families. They also offer services to grieving students in Southwest Florida schools. They have a mentoring program and offer grief counseling.   

    Christine Carey, Director of Charlotte County

    www.valerieshouse.org  

    christine@valerieshouse.org

    Cell: (239) 841-0382


    JIM AND SUE RESKE, REALTORS

    The Reske Results Team

    https://www.bocagrandewaterfront.com/

    Cell: (941) 276-4219

    seareske@gmail.com


    IN-KIND SPONSORS

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    Artist LUCY JOHN 

    5K Awards

    ljohn_1@att.net


    NORTH PORT ART CENTER 

    5K Awards

    https://www.northportartcenter.org/


    TERVIS 

    Prizes


    MATT and LYNN TOSI - 5K Awards


    COCOA YOGA CAFE - North Port

    Post-Race Yoga in the "Wellness Forest" of the park

    https://www.cocoayogacafe.com/


    HEARTIS|VENICE

    Post-Race Snacks


    PANERA BREAD - NORTH PORT

    Post-Race Snacks


    STARBUCKS - SARASOTA

    Post-Race Refreshments


    MEL LOCKHART III 

    Water Station and Post-Race Refreshments

     


     



    Thank You to our December 2021 online auction sponsors

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

     

    THANK YOU to our online auction facilitator, 511AUCTION.COM for agreeing to handle this event as an in-kind service to our nonprofit through its website.

     

    ONLINE PREVIEW of CATALOG OF ITEMS opens December 1st at 9:00 am.


    ONLINE BIDDING begins December 4th at 9:00 am and runs through December 11th at 7:00 pm.  


    Our gallery of almost 150 auction items was contributed by a great number of individual, nonprofit and business donors and a heartfelt thanks goes out to each and every one of them for helping us make this auction a reality. 


    VISIT THE EVENTS TAB OF OUR WEBSITE FOR ALL DETAILS ON HOW TO PREVIEW, SIGN UP AND BID TO  PARTICIPATE IN THIS ONLINE AUCTION FUNDRAISER.

    SUNCOAST ECOLOGICAL SERVICES, LLC - Friends of The Environmental Conservancy Champion Sponsor

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

     Suncoast Ecological Services, LLC Provides pre-purchase and pre-development assessments of land to determine what natural resources might impact development. 


    Other services include gopher tortoise surveys and relocation, scrub jay surveys, nesting surveys, bald eagle monitoring, burrowing owl permits, wetland delineation, and more. 


    Environmental consulting that works for you, whether you've already purchased a parcel to build on, or are planning to.  To learn more, visit http://www.suncoasteco.com

     

    KINDNESS COMMUNITY - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

    Our online auction was held December 1-December 11 of 2021 and was facilitated by 511auction.com.

    AUTHOR/PHOTOGRAPHER DONNA DAY - Friends of The Environmental Conservancy Champion Sponsor

    The Kindness Community works to share the healing power of Art and Kindness ~ to ourselves, to one another, and to our Mother Earth. We share a vision of co-existing and connectedness. 


    Please take a minute and sign the Kindness Pledge here.

    https://www.northportartcenter.org/kindness-pledge.html


    Learn more about The Kindness Community at: https://www.facebook.com/kindnesscommunityfl/

      

    AUTHOR/PHOTOGRAPHER DONNA DAY - Friends of The Environmental Conservancy Champion Sponsor

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

    AUTHOR/PHOTOGRAPHER DONNA DAY - Friends of The Environmental Conservancy Champion Sponsor

    Donna's book "Sanctuary of Peace" is a collection of poems and related photographs that offers readers insights, inspiration and guidance on living a peaceful life. 


     To learn more about the book and view some of Donna's other stories, photos and poems, visit her website at http://www.mypeacesanctuary.com.

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

     ECOSWF  is a membership of organizations and individuals who are devoted to the general purpose of conservation of the natural resources of Florida (air, water, soil, wildlife, historic and architecturally significant structures, flora and fauna). 

    To view the membership roster and/or to learn more about them visit their website at www.ecoswf.org.

    THE WILLIAMS FAMILY NATURE PRESERVE - Friends of The Env. Conservancy Champion Sponsor

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

    ENVIRONMENTAL CONFEDERATION OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. - Land Conservation Champion Sponsor

     

    The Williams Family in North Port are private land owner conservationists. They have purchased 3 parcels to date near their home specifically to protect habitat for several Gopher Tortoises that have lived there for many years.  They are actively pursuing the purchase of 2 more parcels. 


    Recently The Env. Conservancy assisted them in communicating with a local builder and an environmental specialist in an effort to see the builder retain gopher tortoises on its parcel on-site next door to The Williams Nature Preserve rather than their being relocated off-site in an effort to maintain the tortoise population on the block. 


    The on-site relocation was a success and we hope to continue communicating with other local builders in the future toward keeping Gopher Tortoises on-site near their homes while human homes are built nearby. 


    Any residents in our area who have purchased land themselves for the purpose of conservation for the  protection of our wildlife, flora and tree canopy are private land conservationists too, and we THANK YOU for being land conservationists with us! 

    Copyright © 2022 The Environmental Conservancy of North Port, Inc. - All Rights Reserved.


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    Donate To Our Harbour Heights GOFUNDME Fundraiser!

    Donate via GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/513a107b - help us reach our acquisition goal of:  

    3 lots on Flarian Drive =$12,000

     3 lots on Diplomat Drive = $12,000.  

    ANY donation increment is WELCOME!  


    Visit this website Home Page for all the details!