April 10 has officially been adopted by the Gopher Tortoise Council, as Gopher Tortoise Day! A Look at the Gopher Tortoise Gopher tortoises are land-dwelling reptiles that grow to about 10 to 14 inches long and weigh ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Youth Perspective By Guest Blogger: Sofia Olsen Introduction Disasters, such as hurricanes, can have lasting effects on people in many different ways. While physical damage often gets the most attention, the psychological impact ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
We're thrilled to announce the launch of "Planting Pinellas," a brand-new podcast dedicated to sustainable gardening and landscaping in Pinellas County. Produced by passionate Master Gardener Volunteers from the Pinellas County Extension Office ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life
Would you like to be a Pinellas County Master gardener Volunteer? Read on to learn more and apply. Apply here now through March 31, 2025 for the 2025 fall class. You must be a current Pinellas County Resident 18 or older to apply and ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Professional Development, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Naturally Florida recently launched their 5th season! This podcast teaches all about Florida's natural areas and the wild things that live here. Unfortunately, in Florida, that also means there is talk about invasive species. In honor of ... READ MORE
Category: , Natural Resources
Naturally Florida is a podcast focused on Florida's natural areas and the wild things that live here. Naturally Florida is excited to launch its 5th season of short, on-demand, fun, educational, and motivational episodes! NEW this year are ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Natural Resources
In this "Naturally Florida" podcast episode, we explore the world of oysters. What are they? What do they do? What happens when they die? Eastern oysters play a critical role in Florida’s estuarine habitats, supporting hundreds of species ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
By Stephen D. Robinson, Commercial Horticulture Agent In the Commercialized Green Industry, we are aware of the weather events that can include heavy rain, high winds, and prolonged periods of unseasonable hot weather. Significant weather ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Have you ever heard that birds are our modern-day dinosaurs? Wild turkeys certainly have some features that remind us of dinosaurs with their bald heads, large feet and overall large size. Turkeys probably aren’t top of mind when someone ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Let's take a moment to appreciate the gentle giants that inhabit Florida's waters, THE MANATEE! (more…) READ MORE
Category: , Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife