The recent Lionfish Removal and Awareness Day was a big success. 8,089 lionfish were removed over that weekend and over 6000 visitors are now more aware of the issue this invasive fish is causing in our waters. But did it help? Did this tournament ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural ResourcesThis time of year the local seafood restaurants are full of folks seeking, and enjoying, local seafood. Particularly now folks are interested where they can get local seafood. In this series we are letting citizens know which local species ... READ MORE
Category: Health & NutritionALL PHOTOS: MOLLY O'CONNOR Continuing our “ecotour” of the Florida Panhandle along the ICW, this month’s stop is in Walton County. Arguably one of the fastest growing counties in the state, South Walton has become a favorite with many. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesRestoring our estuary to a more healthy state is of interest to many in our community. The Sea Grant Program in Escambia County is trying to provide both education and training to help local citizens better understand what problems we have, ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Natural Resources, WaterHow do you 4-H? Through 4-H, youth can participate in clubs, mentorship, project mastery, competitions, local, state, and international trips, and service opportunities unlike any other youth development program in the country. Along with specific ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth“Milk and milk products provide a wealth of nutrition benefits. But raw milk can harbor dangerous microorganisms that can pose serious health risks to you and your family. According to an analysis by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... READ MORE
Category: WORK & LIFECOME AND JOIN FOR FUN AND INFORMATION ABOUT BEEKEEPING SATURDAY Time: 8am-2pm Breakfast and lunch will be provided LOCATION: ESCAMBIA COUNTY EXTENSION OFFICE 3740 STEFANI ROAD PENSACOLA, FL 32533 1. BEEKEEPING MANAGEMENT 2. SWARM PREVENTION ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesThe beginning of hurricane season—June 1—is very nearly upon us. It’s been more than ten years since northwest Florida was on the receiving end of a destructive hurricane. However, we’ve been no strangers to devastating floods, tornadoes, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesWhen doing programs about snakes I find plenty of people who hate them… but I have never found anyone who hated turtles. I mean what is there to hate? They are slower, none of them are venomous, they have shoulders… people just like them. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesBelieve it or not, there is a beneficial ant that is found in many landscapes. If you see an interesting mound shaped like a small volcano, you likely have the pyramid ants. These ants form small nests in sandy soils and the mound will have ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture