Category: Conservation
What is that White Wax on the Beaches?
December 28, 2023
We had some big waves in mid-December, and with that washed up a slew of plastic fragments and bottle caps as well as natural debris such as sargassum seaweed and black mangrove propagules. However, there was something different on our beaches ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, WaterTags: Beach, Beaches, Florida Sea Grant, Pollution
Under Threat: Wonders of a Watery World
December 21, 2023
Each year on December 4th, we celebrate World Wildlife Conservation Day. This day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to protect and conserve all of the unique and invaluable wildlife that live in our ecosystems. In honor of World Wildlife ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeTags: Conservation, Environment, Nature, Pgm_EcoNR, Under Threat, Wildlife
Are You a Safe Hunter for Life?
December 21, 2023
About Hunter Safety I've taught hunter safety for the Florida Fish and Wildlife and Conservation Commission (FWC) since 2008. In the class I teach, which is the online completion class, we review safety, laws, and regulations, and significant ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Clubs & Volunteers, Conservation, WildlifeTags: FWC, Hunting, Safe Hunter, Youth
How it Happened: UF/IFAS DeLuca Preserve
December 18, 2023
It was called Destiny, named for the incredible development opportunity of 27,000 acres of rural property at the intersection of three major thoroughfares in Central Florida. Just 30 minutes south of the Orlando metropolitan area, it appeared ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, UF/IFASTags: DeLuca Preserve, How It Happened, UF-IFAS
Highlights from the 2023 Green Living Expo and EcoSummit
December 18, 2023
The Green Living Expo and EcoSummit may have been the largest environmental event series ever organized on the Suncoast with a full week of activities at The Bay Park, Sarasota Municipal Auditorium, and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in ... READ MORE
Category: ConservationTags: Events, Pgm_Sustain, SCW, Speaker, Sustainability, Sustainable Communities Workshop
Florida Land Steward Update, December 15, 2023
December 15, 2023
SEASON’S GREETINGS On behalf of all the Florida Land Steward partners we wish you a very festive, joyous, and safe Holiday season. Thanks to everyone who helped out with and participated in all the activities offered this year. There ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, WildlifeTags: 2024 Calendar, Awards, Christmas Trees, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest, Forest Health, Forest Management, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Timber, Tree Farm, Trees, Wildlife
Celebrating Unsung Heroes
December 14, 2023
: Volunteers in Taylor County's Marine Extension Programs In the heart of Taylor County, Florida, lies a community deeply passionate about preserving its coastal treasures. Behind the scenes of marine extension programs, dedicated volunteers ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural ResourcesTags: Conservation, Marine Extension, Marine Habitat, Volunteer
Unveiling Taylor County’s Hidden Gem
December 14, 2023
: Recreational Fisheries Along Florida's Gulf Coast Nestled along Florida's picturesque Gulf Coast, Taylor County stands as an angler's paradise. Boasting an array of recreational fisheries that wave fishing enthusiasts from far and wide. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, RecreationTags: Conservation, Fishing, Recreational Fisheries
Sarasota County’s Natural Areas Story Map Brings Nature to You
December 14, 2023
Living on the Suncoast offers us a wide variety of opportunities to play outdoors and enjoy the true natural beauty of Florida’s unique ecosystems and habitats. From world class beaches to beautiful natural area preserves that host fascinating ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & LifeTags: #accessibility, Environment, Hike, Naturalareasstorymap, Nature, Outside, Pgm_EcoNR, Story Map, Storymap, Virtualexperience, Wildlife