Category: Natural Resources
NCBS Intern Report: Managing public use, communications, and outreach for Three Sisters Springs
August 17, 2022
Written by 2022 Summer Intern Aadil Rahman, hosted by Monica Scroggin & Joyce Kleen from the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Life My experience at Crystal River was eye-opening, the reality of managing a refuge in the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeTags: Birds, Crystal River, Human Dimensions, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Springs
Come on in… The Water Is Fine! Well… It’s Better
August 17, 2022
When I joined Florida Sea Grant in 2012 my advisory committee told me water quality was one of their major concerns. Makes sense really. Some members were from the tourism and boating industry. Some were from commercial and recreational ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural ResourcesTags: Florida Sea Grant, LAKEWATCH, Pensacola Bay, Water Quality
Program: Myrtle Grove Gardening Talks
August 16, 2022
This fall is all about pollinators. On Wednesday, September 21, Master Gardener Volunteers will share information on pollinator plants and native milkweeds for your yard. Join Beth on Wednesday, September 28 for tips on attracting some native ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, WildlifeTags: Milkweed, Monarchs, Perennials, Pollinator Houses, Pollinator Plants, Pollinators
Urban Forest Management: A Primer to Strategic Planning for Municipal Governments (New Book)
August 15, 2022
Urban Forest Management: A Primer to Strategic Planning for Municipal Governments (New Book) by Robert J. Northrop, Michael G. Andreu, Ph.D., Wayne Zipperer, Ph.D. Urban planners and city administrators face daily challenges in managing complex ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, ForestsTags: Urban Forest Planning
Florida Wildflower Day
August 15, 2022
Where is IFASBOOKS this week? Florida Wildflower Day August 20 10 am – 1 pm Florida Museum of Natural History 3215 Hull Road Gainesville, FL Join us at the Florida Museum of Natural History’s Wildflower & Butterfly Garden! The ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS CommunicationsTags: Florida Museum Of Natural History, Florida Wildflower Day, UF IFAS Bookstore
First Fridays with Florida First Detector
August 15, 2022
What is Florida First Detector? Florida First Detector is a multiagency educational effort focused on enhancing the early detection of invasive pests that threaten agriculture, nursery industries, and natural areas. We offer in-person and virtual ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Events, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching,Tags: Biosecurity, Early Detection, FFD22-23, FloridaFirstDetector, Invasive Species, SeminoleCountyAg
From Soil to Sky: Roots
August 15, 2022
The following series of columns entitled 'Soil to Sky' are an examination of five different facets of environment, structure, and life that are instrumental to trees in our forests and landscapes. Trees are instrumental to our wellbeing, both ... READ MORE
Category: , Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Work & LifeTags: Gardening, Landscapes, Meditation, Mindfulness, Poetry, Trees, Wellness