It was disheartening to read that even with double red flags flying, 22 people had to be recused from the Gulf near Destin, FL recently, and one person lost their life. In that spirit, I believe it is important to review information on the ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, RecreationAnticipation of the catch is what thousands of Panhandle boaters will have on their minds as they leave the docks this summer for a day of fishing. However, a hasty departure in their excitement to get to that favorite spot may be the recipe ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, RecreationWakulla Springs is home to some of the best wildlife watching in all of northwest Florida. It’s not unusual to see manatees, alligators, and dozens of species of birds in one boat trip. Photo credit: Carrie Stevenson What do you imagine ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, RecreationThe St Andrew Bay pass jetty is more like a close family friend than a collection of granite boulders. The rocks protect the inlet ensuring the vital connections of commerce and recreation. One of the treasured spots along the jetty is known ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, RecreationARTICLE BY DR. MATT DEITCH; water quality specialist – University of Florida Milton Summer is a great time for weather-watching in the Florida panhandle. Powerful thunderstorms appear out of nowhere, and can pour inches of rain in an ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, RecreationSnorkeler at Morrison Springs – Laura Tiu Morrison Springs Bald Cypress There are over 1000 springs identified in Florida. In the Panhandle, the majority of the springs ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Recreation
By L. Scott Jackson | Celebrate Outdoors, The News Herald Fish are special animals ordained with super powers to connect generations of families, friends, and communities. Fishing skills and experiences gained in one’s life are handed ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation
One of my favorite past times is hitting the trails on my bicycle and exploring Florida's natural areas. So on a sunny Saturday in December, I strapped my Trek FX3 on my bike rack and drove out to explore the Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trial ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, , Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic
The UF/ IFAS Extension St Lucie County is pleased to announce the upcoming Florida Master Naturalist Program Environmental Interpretation course. This FMNP course provides 24 hours of educational coursework including presentations, class discussions ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Forests, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
From August 6 until March 31, hundreds of thousands of boaters, divers and snorkelers search along Florida’s coastal waterways and throughout the Florida Keys for spiny lobsters. Florida provides 100 percent of the nation's commercial spiny ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, SFYL Hot Topic, Wildlife