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Snorkeling Safety at the Jetty


July 14, 2017

The St Andrew Bay pass jetty is more like a close family friend than a collection of granite boulders. The rocks protect the inlet ensuring the vital connections of commerce and recreation. One of the treasured spots along the jetty is known ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Beach Flag, Beach Safety, Dive Flag, Florida Panhandle, Jetties, Jetty, Marine Life, Panhandle Habitats, Panhandle Outdoors, Recreation, Sea Urchin, Snorkeling

Ready for Northwest Florida Artificial Reef Workshop Wednesday February 22


February 16, 2017

Researchers from University of West Florida recently estimated the value of Artificial Reefs to Florida's coastal economy. Bay County artificial reefs provide 49.02 million dollars annually in personal income to local residents. Bay County ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Artificial Reef, Fisheries, Fishing, Florida Panhandle, Florida Sea Grant, Fwc, Northwest Florida Artificial Reef Workshop, Panhandle Outdoors, Research, Sea Grant, Sea Life, Workshop

The Autumn Journey of Red Drum


September 16, 2016

Cool mornings this week reminded everyone fall is just around the corner. This subtle change in temperature inspires many of us to behave differently. It’s actually enjoyable to be outside again. Now, it’s easier to relax and drink a ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Aquaculture, Fish Sounds, Fisheries, Hatcheries, Hatchery, Hurricanes, Marine Resource Conservation, Panhandle Outdoors, Red Drum, Redfish, Sciaenops Ocellatus, Sea Life, Stock Enhnacement, Wildlife

Bacteria at the Beach


July 2, 2016

The threat of bacteria in coastal waters can be scary and a challenge to understand. Here is information that helps clarify the threat to beach visitors and recreational users of marine waters. This is a good opportunity to think about bacteria ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Bacteria, Beach Closure, Enterococci, Fecal Coliform, Fisheries, Flesh Eating Bacteria, Oyster, Panhandle Outdoors, Seafood, Vibrio, Vibrio Vulnificus, Water, Water Quality

NISAW 2016 – Working together to remove Giant Salvinia (Salvinia molesta) from Northwest Florida


February 26, 2016

    Matthew Phillips and Scott Jackson - UF/IFAS Extension and Research works with many partners supporting invasive species management actions and strategies across Florida. One key partner is the Florida Fish & Wildlife ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: EDDMapS, Fishing, Florida Panhandle, Fwc, Invasive Plants, Invasive Species, Invasives, Land Management, Lend A Hand, Louisiana, NISAW, NISAW2016, Northwest Florida, Panhandle Outdoors, Pond Management, Salvinia, Texas, Water Quality

Shark Safety Tips


June 20, 2015

Shark Safety Tips UF/IFAS Extension – Florida Sea Grant By L. Scott Jackson (Bay County) and Rick O’Connor (Escambia County) Recently, two teens were victims of unusual shark attacks in North Carolina. The two attacks occurred within ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Beach Safety, Bull Shark, Ecotourism, Lightning, Panhandle Outdoors, Recreation, Sea Life, Shark, Shark Attack, Shark Encounter, Shark Safety, Sharks, Urban Wildlife, White Shark

Invasive Species of the Day: Tiger Prawn and Climbing Ferns


February 27, 2015

Giant Tiger Prawn (Penaeus monodon): Giant Tiger Prawn: This large shrimp, also known as the Asian Tiger Shrimp and the Black Tiger Shrimp, can reach lengths between 8-12 inches. It resembles are native edible penaeid shrimp but differs in ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Climbing Fern, Environmental Education, Habitat Conservation, Invasive, Invasive Of The Day, Invasive Species Of The Day, Invasives, Land Management, NISAW, NISAW2015, Panhandle Outdoors, Plants, Sustainable Living, Tiger Prawn, Timber, Wildlife

Manatees: Wakulla Springs Most Interesting Guests!


November 29, 2013

Check into the lodge at Wakulla Springs State park on a crisp cool evening and you are immediately greeted with the warmth of an open hearth fireplace and the security of stone walls radiating comfort and solace. These stately accommodations ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources
Tags: Curiosities, Environmental Education, Habitat Conservation, Manatees, North Florida, Northwest Florida, Panhandle Outdoors, Sea Life, Wakulla, Wakulla Springs, Wildlife

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