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Kayak Lunch & Learn at Rainbow River

by Yilin
September 20, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable journey on one of Florida's most pristine and beautiful rivers, Rainbow River. This is your chance to immerse yourself in nature while learning about our precious water resources and how to protect them. Event Highlights ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Recreation, Turf, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Education, Extension, FFL, Kayak, Landscape, Lunch And Learn, Nutrient Loadings, Rainbow River, Septic Systems, Springs
An image of the Myakka River at Sunset, with golden light reflecting on the surface.

Wild and Scenic: A Day in the Life of a Biologist on the Myakka River Part 1

by Zahir Ringgold Cordes
May 24, 2024

There are many places worth understanding and protecting here in Sarasota County. From acres of imperiled scrub that provides habitat for threatened species and uniquely adapted plant life, to vital mangrove forests that protect our coastlines ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: Biologist, Careers, Conservation, Freshwater, Kayak, Management, Myakka River, Paddle, Pgm_EcoNR, Rivers, Wild And Scenic, Wildlife, Wildlife Survey
An image of the Myakka River at Sunset, with golden light reflecting on the surface.

Wild And Scenic: A Day in the Life of a Biologist on the Myakka River Part 2

by Zahir Ringgold Cordes
May 24, 2024

Myakka River State Park, formally established and opened to visitors in 1941, is one of Sarasota County’s unique and precious treasures. In late January, I had the opportunity to join a Florida Department of Environmental Protection biologist ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Biologist, Careers, Conservation, Freshwater, Kayak, Management, Myakka River, Paddle, Pgm_EcoNR, Rivers, Wild And Scenic, Wildlife, Wildlife Survey
An image of the Myakka River at Sunset, with golden light reflecting on the surface.

Wild and Scenic: A Day in the Life of a Biologist on the Myakka River Part 3

by Zahir Ringgold Cordes
May 24, 2024

Myakka River State Park, formally established and opened to visitors in 1941, is one of Sarasota County’s unique and precious treasures. In late January, I had the opportunity to join a Florida Department of Environmental Protection biologist ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Biologist, Careers, Conservation, Freshwater, Kayak, Management, Myakka River, Paddle, Pgm_EcoNR, Rivers, Wild And Scenic, Wildlife, Wildlife Survey
An image of the Myakka River at Sunset, with golden light reflecting on the surface.

Wild and Scenic: A Day in the Life of a Biologist on the Myakka River Part 4

by Zahir Ringgold Cordes
May 24, 2024

Myakka River State Park, formally established and opened to visitors in 1941, is one of Sarasota County’s unique and precious treasures. In late January, I had the opportunity to join a Florida Department of Environmental Protection biologist ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Biologist, Careers, Conservation, Freshwater, Kayak, Management, Myakka River, Paddle, Pgm_EcoNR, Rivers, Wild And Scenic, Wildlife, Wildlife Survey

Florida Master Naturalist 20th Anniversary Graduate Spotlight on Bill Gibson, Ecotourism Operator

by Ken Gioeli
March 22, 2021

We’re highlighting all things Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) in 2021 as the program marks its 20th anniversary. Learn more about FMNP, view the first blog post here. This blog features my interview with Bill Gibson, Florida Master ... READ MORE

Category: , Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Tags: #GatorDay, Ecotourism, Florida Master Naturalist, Florida Master Naturalist Program, FMNP, Kayak

NCBS Intern Report: Managing Public Use/Communications at Three Sisters Springs

by Emily Colson
January 17, 2021

Written by 2021 Summer Intern, Samantha Mormile I had the pleasure to intern in the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) office. I essentially broke up my internships into two parts, the first part was my original time frame where ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Human Dimensions, Kayak, Manatee, NCBS Interns, Recreation, Springs, Water Quality

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