May 17th Statewide Protests
We're calling on all wildlife advocates, nature lovers, and passionate Floridians
to join us for a powerful, peaceful statewide protest on May 17th to stand up for our Florida black bears. Many of you stood with us in 2015 and 2016, when we made our voices heard. Now, it's time to rise together again. Our bears need us more than ever. Let’s show up strong, united, and committed to protecting these iconic animals and the wild spaces they call home. Together, we can make a difference!
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We will be adding more cities to the protests over the coming weeks.
City: Jacksonville
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: 801 Park St, Jacksonville, FL 32204
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City: Orlando
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Lake Eola Park 195 N Rosalind, Orlando, Florida 32801
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City: Sarasota
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Sarasota Bayfront Park - South Entrance, 2285 Bay St, Sarasota, FL 34237
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City: Sebring
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Downtown Sebring, on the circle. 309 Circle Park Dr. Sebring, FL 33870
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City: Deland
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Downtown Deland in front of a restaurant called Chica’s
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City: Palm Beach Gardens
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
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City: Naples
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: East side of US 41, north of Pine Ridge and between Pine Ridge and Ridge Drive.
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City: Miami
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Lincoln Road Mall, 414 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
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City: Gainesville
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: NW 8th avenue and 34th street, Gainesville
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City: Ft. Myers
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: Daniels Parkway & U.S. 41, Ft. Myers
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City: Tallahassee
​Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm
Protest Location: 400 South Monroe Street, in front of the old capital
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