Most of us living in panhandle Florida recognize that our farmers and ranchers are committed to sustainable production of food, fiber, and fuel for generations to come, but how will farmers continue to be productive while sharing natural ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Florida's Forest Stewardship Program and the Apalachicola Regional Stewardship Alliance will present a Workshop entitled: Integrated Wildlife and Forestry on October 15, 2015, from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm ET. The Workshop will be held at Dixie Plantation ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources, WildlifeAfter the recent report of a fatality due to the Vibrio bacteria near Tampa many locals have become concerned about their safety when entering the Gulf of Mexico this time of year. So what are the risks and how do you protect yourself? ... READ MORE
Category: Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water
From hatching alligators to baby foxes leaving their dens, July has a variety of wildlife happenings. More... READ MORE
Category: SFYL Hot Topic, WildlifeTallahassee Democrat July 10, 2015 By: Kathy Kinsey Fire alarms…..car alarms….and the worst of them – the alarm clock! Mother Nature also has an alarm clock, but thankfully, it is not as rude as that last one. Though ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeTallahassee Democrat June 26, 2015 By: Kathy Kinsey Have you ever cleaned up one of your flower beds only to walk back out there to see it back in the very mess you just spent half the day cleaning up? I can’t begin to tell you the messes ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Vampires of all types and genetic modifications are hot topics these days, and a common, but uncommon looking and acting Florida weed may have combined the two subjects. Dodder, a native invasive, parasitic plant, reproduces by seed but ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesLes Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director There are many species of the animal kingdom known to use tools. To humans, this is a sign of intelligence, at least to some degree. While hermit crabs may not be considered a ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and partners are grateful for such wonderful volunteer assistance in this effort. Please continue to support us by coming out to one of the upcoming events listed below. With your help, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Natural Resources, Work & Life