August marks the transition from summer to fall—especially in your garden. If you're wondering what you should plant this month, then use these suggestions based on the Florida climate zones. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, SFYL Hot TopicA room with a view: a stripped hermit crab sizes up a potential residence Summertime in north Florida is good. Among the premium experiences are leisurely hours at the beach. For many this is a period of relaxation and the opportunity to casually ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
From hatching alligators to baby foxes leaving their dens, July has a variety of wildlife happenings. More... READ MORE
Category: SFYL Hot Topic, WildlifeDuring the hot summer months in Florida we often receive questions regarding dead brown patches in St. Augustine lawns. It is often incorrectly assumed, since our summers are so wet, that fungus is to blame. Most residents are unfamiliar ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Turf
Have you ever wondered how you would react if a shark swam by or even attacked you while you took a swim at the beach? Although you have a greater chance of getting struck by lightning or injured in a boating accident than getting attacked by ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Wildlife, Work & LifeRarely do I hear the phrase “school’s out” and not think of my own summers of fun and, of course, Alice Cooper’s 1972 major hit single “School’s Out for Summer” – does that age me? In fact, “word” has it that Alice ... READ MORE
Category: Money Matters, Work & LifeSummer Break Spot With school out for the summer, many children may miss out on a meal they normally would receive through USDA’s school meals programs. Florida’s at-risk children now can have meals all summer long. The Summer Break Spot ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeIt is summer break, so get your kids involved in something fun and educational--like 4-H summer camps and clubs! Read this informative article by Jenny Savely on what 4-H has to offer this summer! Visit the UF|IFAS Northwest District blog ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & VolunteersSuper Summer Snacking Can you believe that the kids are almost out of school for the summer? With kids in the house all summer, get ready for those constant snack attacks, followed by “mom (or dad)…there’s nothing good to eat.” ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Work & Life
Come join us this summer for some 4-H fun! We will be having fun while learning through hands on activities through the world of 4-H! Check out the flier below and call to register for the camps at the Civic Center. Enroll your child in 21st ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp