The UF IFAS Lakewatch Program trains local volunteers on how to sample for water quality analysis. Lakewatch monitors nutrients in the water that could trigger algal blooms, low dissolved oxygen, and possible fish kills. Our bay system, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Let’s Celebrate…Lakes With more than 7,800 naturally occurring lakes, Florida is among 25 States nationwide which have submitted proclamations in support of Lakes Appreciation month, observed each summer in July. Through the University ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Introduction Many scientists would agree that one of the countries’ number one water quality issues are excessive nutrients. Excessive nutrients can lead to algal blooms which in turn can reduce dissolved through the process of ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water
This blog post was written by Marina Schwartz, regional coordinator for Florida LAKEWATCH. Hi, I’m Marina! I’m one of the regional coordinators of the LAKEWATCH Program, and I’m here to explain what our role is and how we help ... READ MORE
Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Local fertilizer ordinances do help improve water quality in lakes, but the timing of fertilizer restrictions influences their effectiveness. Researchers found that winter fertilizer bans were associated with the biggest improvements ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water
When I joined Florida Sea Grant in 2012 my advisory committee told me water quality was one of their major concerns. Makes sense really. Some members were from the tourism and boating industry. Some were from commercial and recreational ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources
COVID-19 Resumption Plan for LakeWatch Activities in St. Lucie County Proposed restart date August 2020 The following processes will be undertaken for the COVID-19 Resumption Plan for LakeWatch activities at the UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Natural Resources, Water
Polk County and Florida LAKEWATCH are looking for volunteers for 22 Polk County Lakes! Lakewatch is a citizen volunteer lake monitoring program that facilitates "hands-on" citizen participation in the management of Florida lakes, rivers and ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water