Jane Goodall to Headline Environmental Action Weekend in Tampa Bay

St. Petersburg, Fla. — Tampa Bay is set to host a remarkable weekend dedicated to environmental action, headlined by the iconic Dr. Jane Goodall. The world-renowned ethologist, activist, and UN Messenger of Peace will make a special appearance as part of a series of events taking place on September 14-15, 2024. The weekend is organized by the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots program in collaboration with various local environmental organizations.

Dr. Goodall will kick off the weekend on the evening of September 14 with a keynote speech at Tropicana Field. The event, titled An Evening with Dr. Jane Goodall, will begin at 7 P.M. and is open to the public. Attendees can look forward to an inspiring talk where Dr. Goodall will share her message of hope and her vision for a more sustainable future. The talk is specifically tailored for the Youth Environment Summit, a gathering of young conservationists that will take place earlier in the day at the same venue.

Tickets for the evening event are available here on Eventbrite, with prices ranging from $10 to $20. The Youth Environment Summit, also at Tropicana Field, will bring together aspiring conservationists from grade 4 through college for a day of learning and collaboration. The summit will feature guest speakers, age-specific workshops, and an expo with booths from local environmental organizations. Topics of discussion will be centered around three key areas: our water, our shorelines, and our cities.

Advance registration for the summit, which includes a ticket to An Evening with Dr. Jane Goodall, is required and can be done through Eventbrite. Registration for the summit will not be available at the door, so early sign-ups are encouraged.

The weekend’s activities will continue on Sunday, September 15, with a Day of Action across the Tampa Bay area. Members of the community, including students and families, are invited to participate in various service projects organized by local environmental groups. These projects aim to protect and enhance the natural environment in and around Tampa Bay.

Participants can sign up for these volunteer opportunities through the Roots & Shoots website as the event date approaches. The Day of Action is a chance for the community to come together and make a tangible impact on the environment.

The weekend’s events are supported by a diverse group of organizations, including Eckerd College, Ecosphere Restoration Institute, Inc., The Florida Aquarium, IDEAS for Us, Indi-ED, Keep Pinellas Beautiful, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful, Nature’s Classroom, Ocean Conservancy, Remora, St. Petersburg College, Tampa Bay Butterfly Foundation, Tampa Bay Estuary Program, Tampa Bay Watch, Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center, Tampa Bay Waterkeeper, Tampa Heights Junior Civic Association, Trash Caulin, Trash Turtles, USF St. Petersburg, The University of Tampa, Water Warrior Alliance, and Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park.