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March 2-5 2006 - 21st Annual Calema Midwinter's Windsurfing Festival Merritt Island Florida

Even landlubbers will enjoy this huge amateur windsurfing event, one of the largest in the country. Hop on a pontoon boat(additional fee) for close views of competitors or stay on the beach and watch the surfers loop and spin during the competition. Free Admission. Call 321-453-3223 for details.

Merritt Island Wildlife Asssociation - Guided Bird Tours

See the birds as you take a driving tour around Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge with a knowledgeable guide. MIWA Board Members Jim Pedersen and Ned Steel will lead the tours. Come see Florida’s #1 birding spot during the active migratory season. You will see hundreds of birds of dozens of species, as well as active bald eagle nests!

Trips will be on Wednesdays: February 15 & 22 March 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29.

Meet at the Refuge Visitors’ Center at 9 am. Suggested items to bring include: binoculars, camera, field guides, water, and a snack. Loaner binoculars are available.

Reservations are required and space is limited. For reservations or questions, call the MIWA office at (321) 861-2377.