Flat, green and wet. A verdant expanse of swamp, river and estuary. But also, seasonally dry, home to cactus and a friend of fire. Florida is a land of dichotomy, initially identified by its vast wet expanses but… Read More
The Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD) in cooperation with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will convene a local working group public meeting to provide guidance and discuss local resource conservation concerns and NRCS programs… Read More
Environmental Quality Incentives Program-Forestland or Silvopasture The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service provides cost sharing programs for producers to help improve conservation value of their lands. These programs and the related free technical assistance are extremely valuable to… Read More
Summer is here. Sunshine, high temperatures and drenching rains are what make Florida summers so spectacular. These environmental conditions can also favor spectacular algae blooms. Note: For a quick list of resources related to blue-green algae blooms, just… Read More
Post authored by Susan Griffith, Florida Friendly Program Specialist. Spring has sprung and with it comes many butterflies! Butterflies start out in their larval form as caterpillars of all different shapes and sizes. They like to munch on… Read More
Mangroves Mangrove trees are an important part of Florida’s diverse ecosystem and are integral to the coastal estuaries where they grow. Mangrove forests in the tropics and subtropics are identifiable by their dense tangle of prop roots that… Read More
At the end of each school year, the Manatee River Soil and Water Conservation District (MRSWCD) sponsors a Conservation Award for one student from each FFA or 4-H chapter who participated in one of the board’s events. The… Read More
The Water-Wise Awards program is designed to recognize attractive, water conserving landscapes for homes and businesses. Winning landscapes balance attractive design with plants, landscape elements, and efficient irrigation techniques. Points are awarded for the use of appropriately located… Read More
Do you love the ocean? Are you between 8 and 12 years old? Then this camp is for you! Learn what is like to be a Marine Scientist with us at the Manatee Marine Explorers Day Camp Students… Read More
When you think of Florida sometimes the image of a Flamingo comes to mind. A frequently asked question is “Are flamingos native to Florida?” Some newer information published in the American Ornithological Society’s February 2018 issue indicates that… Read More
