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Ten Plants to Know in our Florida Sand Dunes

by Carolyn Kovacs
June 21, 2024

Our coastal sand dunes are important as they protect our land and buildings from wave energy, erosion, and flooding. They also protect inland habitats and buildings from salt spray and are an important habitat for many plants and animals. ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Beach, Coastal, Florida Sea Grant, Plants, Sand Dune

Walton County’s Rare Coastal Dune Lakes

by Laura Tiu
September 26, 2023

October is Dune Lake Awareness month and as part of the celebration, Walton and Okaloosa County UF/IFAS Extension Agents are joining together to host a Coastal Dune Lake Tour at Western Lake in Grayton Beach State Park. This free event will ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Conservation, Florida Sea Grant, Lake, Sand Dune, Water Conservation

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