UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
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
September 19, 2019 Sea Grant Notes THE INAUGURAL GREAT SCAVENGER HUNT Join the extension office and the Pensacola-Perdido Bay Estuary Program for a family fun scavenger hunt searching for cool plants and animals within, and… Read More
In Martin County, Hurricane Dorian brought a potential for Category 5 storm force winds, rain, and storm surge. Nursery, vegetable, aquaculture and other growers facing storms like Dorian must prepare for the worst. Preparation and recovery efforts cost… Read More
By Rhett Register GAINESVILLE, Fla. — This weekend is the 34th annual International Coastal Cleanup, an effort by coastal communities to remove trash from their beaches and coastal areas. Created and run by The Ocean Conservancy, a national… Read More
Written by David Chagaris, PhD. Research Assistant Professor at UF IFAS NCBS. The Florida stone crab fishery operates primarily along the Gulf coast from Cedar Key to southwest Florida and the Florida Keys. The fishery is one of the most valuable… Read More
If you like summer fireworks events, there is a great show ongoing during our warm summer months that you shouldn’t miss. Find an unlit dock along our coastal environs and take the time to pause, get down on… Read More
Did you know that horseshoe crabs have been around for at least 445 million years? Fossil records from prehistoric horseshoe crabs look very similar to existing horseshoe crabs, with not much change. And, that is why some people… Read More
September 13, 2019 Sea Grant Notes SEPTEMBER IS MICROPLASTICS AWARNESS MONTH Read about this issue at either http://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/. https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/escambiaco/2019/09/06/microplastics-awareness-month-4/. THE SEP 12th SCIENCE HOUR WILL BE MOVED TO SEP 19th The topic for Sep… Read More
Many people enjoy scallops. Just as many enjoy scalloping. It is a great Florida family activity where everyone gets to snorkel in relatively shallow – safe waters. You explore the grassbeds for a myriad of cool marine creatures… Read More
PPBEP Bio Scavenger Hunt Procedures Release Volunteer Form PPBEP Bio Scavenger Data Sheet Dunes Sheet Marsh Sheet Jetties Sheet Seagrass Sheet
