The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature located in Bradenton Florida is a Natural History Museum specializing in the history of Florida's Gulf Coast. It houses exhibits highlighting Florida's history from the prehistoric to the present.

Newly renovated manatee habitat has just opened at the Bishop. Come see the live Manatee's.

We will also see a show at their Planetarium.

Tuesday July 8, 2025

Van check in time: 8:45 AM Van leaves St. Pete: 9:00 AM
Guided Tour + Planetarium + Transportation $21.00

This incredible museum founded in 1965 offers fine art from many eras of history and many parts of the world. The paintings and fiber works highlight many eras.

A docent will be explaining and guiding our group.

We will dine at the Cafe located inside the museum.

Saturday June 14, 2025

Van check in time: 9:00 AM Van leaves St. Pete: 9:15 AM
Docent Guided Tour + Transportation $21.00

Our first stop is Pier 60 in Clearwater. We walk the Pier and spend an hour exploring the area. Second stop is Sand Key Park, a large County Park across from Clearwater Beach. We walk to water's edge.

We stop at the Seaside Seabird Sanctuary in Indian Shores. They are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of sick and injured wild birds. Bring your cameras.

We dine at Kelly's in Pasadena.

Van check in time: 8:00 AM Van leaves St. Pete: 8:15 AM
Round trip transportation and tour: $10

Fallen Pine Farm was founded in 1978 when Norm and Judy Middleton bought five acres and three miniature horses. Over the years, their ranch grew to its current forty acres and over eighty miniature horses. Today the farm is home to many national champions and quality horses, many of which are offered for sale. Treats for the horses are always welcomed.

We dine at Linger Lodge (Bradenton)

Al Roker the NBC Weatherman says that Linger Lodge is one of his top ten strangest restaurants that he has ever eaten in.

Van check in time: 9:00 AM Van leaves St. Pete: 9:15 AM
Round trip transportation and tour: $20