Category: Recreation
Leave No Trace and Outdoor Ethics
January 11, 2019
You may have seen the recent reports about the National Parks. With the partial government shutdown, many National Park Service employees are on furlough and unable to maintain the parks. Images of overflowing trash and damaged campsites serve ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, WildlifeTags: Camping, Leave No Trace, Outdoor Ethics, Parks
Using the Merlin Bird ID App to Identify Common Birds On-The-Go
January 7, 2019
Have you ever wanted to quick identify a bird you've seen in your yard, at the park, or while on a hike? The Merlin Bird ID app from Cornell's Lab of Ornithology can help! Watch this short video to learn more about the app and what it can ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Recreation, WildlifeTags: Apps, Birding, IPhone, Shannon Carnevale, Technology, Wildlife
The 4-H Hunting Discipline Is More Than Just Hunting!
January 3, 2019
The Florida 4-H Shooting Sports Program offers young people a variety of entry points into wildlife conservation and outdoor knowledge and skills. The 4-H Hunting and Wildlife discipline is one of several projects offered through the shooting ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Conservation, Recreation, Relationships & FamilyTags: Hunting, Shooting Sports, Youth
Getting to know your Osceola County community
December 29, 2018
I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of community, and I’m not talking about your idyllically-named, gated subdivision. I mean “community” in the sense of how people communicate and connect with each other and the places they live, ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Recreation, , Work & LifeTags: Community, Community Engagement, Parks, Volunteering
Transportation Tips for a Better Environment
September 19, 2018
by Jerry Lieberman, of the Monroe County Climate Change Advisory Committee We’re all concerned with our fragile Keys environment and the impact of Climate Change, but often struggle what we can do to help. Our transportation choices have ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeTags: Climate Change, Florida Keys, Green Living, Transportation
Hernando County Coastal Cleanup
September 17, 2018
Florida Sea Grant and UF/IFAS Extension in Hernando County are teaming up with local businesses, clubs, and County government to host the 2018 International Coastal Cleanup in Hernando County. This international cleanup began more than 30 years ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, WildlifeTags: Cleanup, Coast, International Coastal Cleanup, Marine Debris, Trash Free Seas
Gardening: Stress’ Antagonist
September 14, 2018
Stop! Breathe. Garden. “STOP! Breathe. Garden,” has become a regular mantra of mine, especially when I am overwhelmed with the responsibilities of life. I grew-up tending my grandfather’s garden. I would sow seeds, water plants, fend ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, RecreationTags: Gardening, Stress Management
2018 Peanut Butter Challenge
September 6, 2018
UF/IFAS IFAS Communications 2343 Mowry Road, Bldg. 69 PO Box 110810 Gainesville, FL 32611-0810 352-392-2411 - 352-392-7902 Fax NEWS RELEASE Feed the hungry and meet a challenge; donate peanut butter to UF/IFAS Extension September ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum, Events, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching,Tags: 4-H, 4-H Events And Activities, 4-H Youth Development, Community, Extension, Florida, Panhandle 4-H, Wakulla, Wakulla 4-H, Wakulla County, Wakulla County 4-H, Wakulla County Extension, Wakulla Extension