Rattlesnakes There are few words that strike more fear in humans than the word ‘SNAKE!’, but ‘RATTLESNAKE!’ may be one of them. In Florida we have three species of rattlesnakes but when people talk of them they are generally ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeDefinitely one of the highlights of our Northwest Florida Artificial Reef Workshop earlier this year (2013) - The panel discussion and presentations from Bill Lindberg, Bob Shipp, Will Patterson, and Luiz Barbieri. You can access the archieved ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Natural ResourcesAlthough water is one of Florida’s most abundant resources, groundwater resources are being depleted by population growth, development and business and agricultural needs of the state. Residents and UF/IFAS Center for Public issues education ... READ MORE
Category: WaterFor those not able to join us for the Northwest Florida Workshop in person we will be streaming live and recording presentations for later access on the web. Feb 19 - Day One Adobe Connect link - http://ufifas.adobeconnect.com/reef Feb ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural ResourcesProvided through Shelley Swenson Wakulla County Extension FCS/EFNEP Agent Tip # 15 Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your driveway and sidewalk and save water every time. Source — http://wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resourceshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rk0POI4SRUE GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Floridians are more concerned with water quality than quantity, the results of a new University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences water survey suggest.The ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS ResearchWalton, Bay & Okaloosa Extension, the University of Florida‐Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF‐IFAS) and participating organizations throughout the panhandle are offering a Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) module. ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Events, Natural ResourcesProvided through Shelley Swenson Wakulla County Extension FCS/EFNEP Agent Tip # 14 Spreading a layer of organic mulch around plants retains moisture and saves water, time and money. Source — http://wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, WildlifeThe Conservation Balancing Act “In the Laundry” How many of you remember using a wringer washer or a scrub board to wash clothes? Do you remember the saying “Man may work from sun to sun, but woman’s work is never done”. How was ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural ResourcesProvided through Shelley Swenson Wakulla County Extension FCS/EFNEP Agent Tip # 13 Wash your fruits and vegetables in a pan of water instead of running water from the tap. Source — http://wateruseitwisely.com/100-ways-to-conserve READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources