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05/22/2024: Lindsay Lewis 'The Wild Linds'
  • May 22nd @ 12:30 pm
  • Georgia Winfield

About Lindsay Lewis


The Wild Linds is your one-stop shop for all things when wanting to experience nature. With a goal to get the average person more in touch with their surroundings. The Wild Linds prides itself on providing trusted recommendations for eco-tours, fishing/diving charters, wildlife encounters, and even some local restaurants to keep you fueled on your journey. Along with handy travel guides, The Wild Linds has partnered with eco-friendly products to work towards a plastic-free future.

Lindsay is the founder and creator of The Wild Linds. She grew up along bustling southeast Florida's intercoastal waterway, fascinated by the world around her. At 11 years old Lindsay started a non-profit organization called “Clean It Up” with hopes of raising money to get a boat with nets on the side to pick up garbage in canals around her neighborhood. The project would continue for 4 years, and while it never did come to reality her desire to help the planet has never burnt out. When time came for college Lindsay studied Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at University of Florida. In 2017 she graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree and has since been working to find out as much as she can about our natural world. Marine mammals have always held Lindsay’s heart; so upon graduation she pursued and completed a marine mammal training internship at Miami Seaquarium off Key Biscayne, FL. For 7 months she observed key behaviors and developed special skills to identify marine mammals individually. Eager to see more, Lindsay moved to Bar Harbor, Maine for 3 consecutive summers to work for the Bar Harbor Whale Watch Company. While employed she served as a Deckhand, Galley Manager and most importantly Naturalist; guiding eco tours in the waters surrounding Acadia National Park. Moving on from Whale watching Lindsay began guiding Manatee Swim Tours in Crystal River, Florida. She would lead manatee tours as well as scallop fishing charters for a year before heading back to her roots in southeast Florida. Currently she leads tours throughout Everglades National Park and the Florida keys, sharing her passion for conservation through tourism keeps her dream alive. Goals for the future include leading everyday people to get outside their comfort zone and connect with nature… as well as experiencing as much for herself as possible. Lindsay truly feels the best teacher is experience and the only way we can desire to protect something is if we can get outside and fall in love with it.


Upcoming Events & Activities

MONTH OF MAY 2024


SAT., MAY 11, 2024 - 2024 FLEET WEEK SALUTE TO THE MILITARY
PETER BLUESTEN PARK 9AM-12PM

The Fleet Week event will feature Military and First Responder vehicle and dog demonstrations, Special Jr. Dolphins football experience for kids, Tug of War competitions against local fire, police and Navy teams, food trucks, kids activities, bounce house and much more. It’s a great opportunity to come celebrate our military members with a day of gratitude and celebration while promoting your organization.Volunteers Needed as our Club will be helping the kids write letters to the sailors.

Location: Peter Bluesten Park
Address: 501 SE 1st Ave, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009


SAT., MAY 18, 2024 - NAMI MIAMI-DADE WALK
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS

The Fleet Week event will feature Military and First Responder vehicle and dog demonstrations, Special Jr. Dolphins football experience for kids, Tug of War competitions against local fire, police and Navy teams, food trucks, kids activities, bounce house and much more. It’s a great opportunity to come celebrate our military members with a day of gratitude and celebration while promoting your organization.Volunteers Needed as our Club will be helping the kids write letters to the sailors.

REGISTER NOW: Rotary District 6990 (Team #66726)
Location: Zoo Miami
Address: 12400 SW 152nd St Miami, FL 33177

Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, May 18th
• Time of Arrival: 7:15 AM
• Event start: 8:00 AM
• Opening Ceremony: 8:30 AM
• Walk start: 9:15 AM

Parking:
Parking is free for all. When you enter Zoo Miami, head straight down the long driveway. You will eventually reach the parking lot entrance, where you will take a right (headed to the West part of the parking lot) and follow that down until you reach the Asia Field as seen on the map below. This is different from the main entrance of the zoo. Volunteers will be stationed to assist you with directions.

Pet Policy:
Please note that all pets including service animals are NOT allowed at the event. In accordance with Zoo Miami's rules, individuals arriving with pets will be denied entry. To ensure an enjoyable experience for all, we ask that you leave your furry friends at home.

The Walk route is a 5k (see attached map), though a shorter 1-mile route is available as well. Anyone who wants to Walk will need to get a wristband at registration, with the exception of children under the age of two. Thank you for your commitment to supporting mental health awareness and for being part of this impactful community event. We look forward to seeing you on May 18th at Zoo Miami!

Join Rotary District 6990 for this Year's NAMI Walk Join Rotary District 6990 for this Year's NAMI Walk Mental Health Awareness