Did you know that Florida has one of the densest concentrations of nesting bald eagles, with an estimated 1,500 nesting pairs? And Osceola County is home to a large proportion of these bald eagles! The Florida Fish and Wildlife ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Even the smallest changes can make a great impact on water conservation efforts. Here are some tips to increase your household indoor water savings. Give these tips a try and you will shrink your utility bill and your environmental impact. Find ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
UF IFAS Extension Collier County and Collier County Parks and Recreation are pleased to join with area orchid enthusiasts to present Orchids in the Park. A local Orchid Show and Sale located at the North Collier Regional Park on Livingston ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Guest Post by Karina Nieves As a student studying the environment, working with Florida Sea Grant has been a worthwhile experience. I have had the opportunity to assist with many projects over the past six months, such as boat ramp interviews ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
It is that time of year again! Manatee slow speed zones are in effect. While this may seem frivolous or inconvenient to some, it is important to abide by these speed restrictions between October 1 and April 30 each year. Florida manatees ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
In 2015, Hernando County updated its Noxious Plant Control ordinance to require removal of lead tree (Leucaena leucocephala) and Brazilian pepper tree (Schinus terebinthifolia) within the county. These invasive species can be detrimental to ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Earlier this year, the Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA) joined efforts with restaurants around Florida to recycle oyster shells that would otherwise be disposed of. Every few weeks, oyster shells are collected from local restaurants ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Florida Sea Grant, UF/IFAS Extension Hernando County has recently partnered with the Loggerhead Marine Life Center to expand the Responsible Pier Initiative to Hernando County. Since its launch in 2013, the program has aided in the rescue of ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
On September 19th, 2017, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Stock Enhancement Research Facility (SERF) donated 1,000 plugs of smooth cord grass to kick off Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology’s (GCA) marsh nursery ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
To complement the new Bayport/Linda Pedersen Paddling Trail, Cadettes of Girl Scout Troop 317 created two educational signs that feature trail sights along the way. These signs were a product of the girls’ Silver Award project – an award ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Work & Life