Fish need a habitat that provides optimum conditions for growth and reproduction. They need an environment that provides adequate dissolved oxygen, food and shelter. Understanding recreational pond management, water quality, fish introduction techniques and pond aeration can enhance… Read More
How to Take a Pond Water Sample If you own a pond and plan to have your water tested by your County Extension Agent, you will want to make sure your sample has been taken the correct way. … Read More
One of the most widely studied invasive plants in the world, Lantana camara is found in almost every county in Florida as well as in many surrounding states. Lantana camara is native to the West Indies, and while… Read More
The cooler weather of Fall is a good time to explore natural Florida together as a family. It’s an activity for all ages and you don’t have to live in the woods to see natural Florida. Parks are… Read More
Some plastic products are labeled as “biodegradable,” “environmentally-friendly,” or “compostable.” All of these terms imply that the product will have a minimal or no negative impact on the environment. Unfortunately, the public perception of these terms is often… Read More
Did you know that small boat captain licenses in Florida increased 27% since 2009? This rapid growth in the for-hire fishing guide sector speaks to the vast popularity of recreational fishing in Florida. It can be difficult to… Read More
Are you ready for Plastic-Free July? As many readers know, I created and coordinate the Florida Microplastic Awareness Project. Our goal is to both collect citizen science data about the amount of plastic found in Florida’s waters and… Read More
June is a busy month for marine awareness. World Oceans Day is celebrated on June 8 and World Sea Turtle Day is June 16. This year there was a concerted effort to celebrate sea turtle week during the… Read More
I always enjoy looking for sea beans when I am walking on the beach. What are sea beans? This name is used for a group of seeds that float in water. Many of the plants that produce these… Read More
It is particularly difficult to try and reduce the amount of waste that we generate during holidays, reunions, or other “events.” Most things that we buy, from food to decorations to gift items come in packaging that must… Read More
