Category: Water

Florida Land Steward Update, December 15, 2023

by Chris Demers
December 15, 2023

SEASON’S GREETINGS On behalf of all the Florida Land Steward partners we wish you a very festive, joyous, and safe Holiday season. Thanks to everyone who helped out with and participated in all the activities offered this year. There ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2024 Calendar, Awards, Christmas Trees, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest, Forest Health, Forest Management, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Timber, Tree Farm, Trees, Wildlife
Tropical fish in a saltwater aquarium.

Unveiling the Hidden Wonders

by VICTOR BLANCO
December 6, 2023

: The Profound Benefits of Artificial Reefs in Taylor County, Florida's Gulf of Mexico Waters Taylor County, nestled along the Gulf of Mexico's stunning coastline, is not only a haven for natural beauty but also home to a hidden treasure beneath ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, , Water
Tags: Conservation, Fishing, Florida Sea Grant, Gulf Of Mexico, Habitat Conservation, Marine Habitat, Ocean, Water

NCBS Intern Report: Coastal Ecology

by Emily Colson
December 1, 2023

Written by 2023 UF/IFAS NCBS Undergraduate Intern Thaleia Roda   This summer, I had the pleasure of being the Nature Coast Biological Station’s (NCBS) Coastal Ecology Intern under Dr. Mike Allen. Since I was stationed at NCBS, I became ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water, Wildlife
Tags: Cedar Key, Coastal Habitat, Coastal Systems, Fisheries, Fishing, Florida Sea Grant, FWC, NCBS Interns, Suwannee River

Florida Land Steward Update, December 1, 2023

by Chris Demers
December 1, 2023

 2024 FLORIDA LAND STEWARD WALL CALENDARS ARE HERE! It’s that time of year! Request your copy of the 2024 Florida Land Steward wall calendar. An annual land stewardship tradition, the Florida Land Steward calendar features beautiful photography, ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: 2024 Calendar, Awards, Family Forest, Florida Land Steward Program, Forest, Forest Health, Forest Management, Hurricane Recovery, Natural Resources, Online Course, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Timber, Tree Farm, Wildlife
Treasure Quest booklet - What Treasures Will You Find?

Treasure Quest

by Jackie Lebouitz
November 29, 2023

Hi there! My name is Ozzy the Otter, and I have some exciting news for you. Treasure Quest locations have popped up all across Sarasota County! Come play with me and learn all about what nature has to offer at your favorite park or library. ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Adventure, Education, Fun, Game, Libraries, Parks, Pgm_Water, Quest, Treasure, TreasureQuest, Youth

Marvelous Mangroves!

by Donna Corbelli Castro
November 27, 2023

Iconic signature of tropical coastlines Visitors to Florida like to associate palm trees with the tropics, but for those who know them, mangroves are really the iconic coastal signature of the topics. Worldwide, there are 50 species ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water, Wildlife
Tags: FDEP, Importance Of Mangroves, Mangroves, Native Trees, Newsletter, Newsletter2, Protection For Mangroves, Tree Pruning

NCBS Intern Report: Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserves Coastal Monitoring

by Emily Colson
November 27, 2023

Written by 2023 Undergraduate Intern Liel Shachr, hosted by the Big Bend Seagrasses Aquatic Preserve and FL Dept. of Environmental Protection Seagrass Monitoring This summer, I had the privilege of interning at the Big Bend Seagrasses ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, , Water
Tags: Aquatic Preserve, Coastal Habitat, Coastal Systems, Florida Department Of Environmental Protection, NCBS Interns, Seagrass, Water Quality
Low maintenance landscape

Low-Maintenance Landscaping: Groundcovers

by Jackie Lebouitz, Forest Hecker and Ashley Ellis
November 21, 2023

Groundcovers are low-to-the-ground plants that you can use to help fill out your landscape. Keep reading to learn about some groundcover plants that require minimal watering and care in Sarasota County. Note: The following information is ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Water
Tags: Alternative, Grass, Groundcovers, Landscaping, Lawn, Lml, Low, Low Maintenance Landscaping, Maintenance, Pgm_Water, Water

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