Algae is part of nature, and despite the association people typically have with it, algae aren’t all bad! However, too much of anything is usually a bad thing, and that includes algae. Here in Florida, algae is common in all types of bodies ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
It is summertime in Florida, which means it is time to head to the beach! I love the beach as much (or maybe even more!) than the next Floridian, but there are some things we should keep in mind to stay safe at the beach. Whether you are ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension
Do you spend time out on the Indian River Lagoon? Whether you are a fisher spending time out on your boat or a kayaker who enjoyed paddling the lagoon, if you are out on the water, you can contribute to the Eyes on Seagrass in the Indian River ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Kalanchoe x houghtonii, also known as “mother of millions,” is an invasive species in Florida that negatively impacts our coasts. The plant grows many “plantlets” along its succulent-type leaves, each of which can separate and become ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
Fresh, frozen, fermented, or stomped — there are so many ways to enjoy muscadine grapes, one of the sweetest treasures of the Southeast. Personally, I like mine right off the vine, barefoot, after a late afternoon summer shower. They remind ... READ MORE
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4-H Marine Science CampThis past week, Flagler County Extension hosted our annual 4H Marine Science Camp. With a classroom full of excited kids (and instructors), we kicked things off with a fun alliteration game to break the ice. Everyone ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Welcome to the third blog of the Florida 101 series. If you haven’t read them yet, go back and check out our other entries on Florida weather and tides. Although it is definitely not on anyone’s list of favorite things about ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Florida LAKEWATCH is a citizen volunteer lake monitoring program that facilitates hands-on citizen participation in the management of Florida lakes, estuaries, rivers, and springs through monthly monitoring activities. The program is coordinated ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Sweet heat with a whole lotta lore… The culture precisely reflects the flavor, mysterious with wholesome heat. Peachy, pungent and “ooh that’s got a bite”. The flavor profile is just as hard to pin down as the origin. Infamously ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Last week, I had the chance to attend a “burn school” hosted by the Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) at Crones Cradle Conserve in Citra, Florida — and it turned out to be one of the most eye-opening experiences I’ve had in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Farm Management, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife