Wetlands have been protected in the state of Florida since the 1970’s. The reason for this legislation was that scientists and agencies realized their biological value. It is hard to imagine a state as wet as Florida having drinking water ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WaterLes Harrison Wakulla County Extension Director Most homeowners and landscape managers consider mushrooms a blemish on the otherwise perfect and highly manicured lawn. Making them disappear as fast as the seemingly appeared is the only supernatural ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesEach summer, fish kills occur in freshwater and saltwater environments. They occur in natural systems, retention ponds and aquaculture production facilities. Such kills often occur seemingly unexpectedly, and many times result in emotional and/or ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & MarineThe news is full of stories about West Nile Virus and everyone should take precautions to prevent mosquito bites. That means personal protection with repellents, proper clothing, emptying containers with water, and staying inside at dawn and ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, WildlifeIt is a song that has been played in our state time and time again. An exotic pet or plant is brought across our borders and either intentionally or accidentally it is released into the environment and a problem ensues. Ornamental ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeOur recent daily rainfall is a welcome site for many of us after the drought of the past few years! However, all the generous rainfall brings the danger of a rise in insect populations, including mosquitoes. Mosquitoes pose a risk to humans ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, WildlifeWant faster viewing on a mobile device? (click here) New page removes graphics that may take longer to download. The user is provided with link and opportunity enter full site and view live map when bandwith is available or time is convenient. ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Natural ResourcesBlue crab is one of the more popular seafood items along the northern Gulf coast; it’s certainly my favorite! The traditional way of catching blue crab was using a simple line with meat attached to the end. Traps made of metal and collapsing ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeBlue crab is one of the more popular seafood items along the northern Gulf coast; it’s certainly my favorite! The traditional way of catching blue crab was using a simple line with meat attached to the end. Traps made of metal and ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, WildlifeArtificial Reefs Deployed Into The Gulf of Mexico - WMBB News 13 - The Panhandle's News Leader. By Andrew Ruiz - email Bay County, Fla. - In a matter of weeks, fish, big and small will fill the nooks and crannies of 40 newly ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Natural Resources