Category: Coasts & Marine

Weathering the Storm: Coastal Plants Protect Florida’s Shorelines

by Katie Mastenbrook
October 16, 2024

Florida's coastlines are famous for their stunning beaches and vibrant ecosystems but also for the formidable hurricanes that often sweep through the region. As recovery efforts continue after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, now is a good time ... READ MORE

Category: , Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Coastal Protection, Hurricane, Resilience, Restoration, Storm Surge

After the Storm: Flooded Landscapes

by Theresa Badurek
August 31, 2023

Was your landscape swamped by the recent hurricane? Many plants in the landscape are not tolerant of standing water, especially salty or brackish water. Under these conditions the roots cannot get oxygen and essentially the root system suffocates. ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, SFYL Hot Topic, Water, Work & Life
Tags: Flood, Hurricane, Landscape, Salt Water, Storm, Tropical Storm

New Episode from Naturally Florida, “The Truth About Iconic Florida”

by Shannon Carnevale and Lara Milligan

March 21, 2023

When people think of Florida or visiting the sights, what do they think of? For most people, it’s some combination of alligators, flamingos, manatees, and sea turtles with a sprinkling of Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, and the ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Alligators, Coconut Palm, Flamingos, Invasive Species, Lara Milligan, Living With Wildlife, Manatees, Naturally Florida Podcast, Sea Turtles, Shannon Carnevale, Wildlife

From the Desk of the Director

by Melissa West
May 13, 2021

Green Society: Making the Future Jp Gellermann Last weekend I was fortunate enough to participate in a panel discussion about the future of our community. The panel was a part of an art show titled Expanding Waters, hosted by Creative Pinellas. ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Art, Climate, Climate Change, Conservation, Green Living, Pinellas County

Part 1. UF/IFAS Responds to Piney Point

by lcarnahan
April 15, 2021

The old Piney Point phosphate plant has dominated the news cycle in Tampa Bay for weeks. Wastewater from the reservoir was pumped into Tampa Bay to avoid a catastrophic breach on land. The environmental restoration of Tampa Bay is an internationally ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Coasts And Marine, Piney Point, Sea Grant, Tampa Bay

Sea Grant Seafood Cooking Series Kicks Off!

by lcarnahan
May 11, 2020

This Wednesday evening, UF/IFAS Extension Florida Sea Grant launches the “Seafood at Your Fingertips: LIVE” cooking series. Libby Carnahan, Pinellas County Agent, is bringing you some fresh ideas for an old favorite- the can of Tuna! Libby ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Management, Relationships & Family, SFYL Hot Topic
Tags: Cooking, Heart Healthy, Recipe, Salad, Sea Grant, Seafood

Florida Seafood at Your Fingertips! At Home!

by lcarnahan
May 8, 2020

Florida is often referred to as the fishing capital of the world, making it unsurprising that Floridians eat nearly twice as much seafood as consumers in the rest of the nation. However, like the rest of the country, most of Florida’s seafood ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Tags: Cooking, Recipes, Sea Grant, Seafood

Pinellas Parks and Preserves are Open for Socially-Distant Recreation

by lcarnahan
April 24, 2020

While the beaches in Pinellas County are gaining a lot of press, County Parks and Preserves have remained open for recreational exercise, with limited amenities, during the duration of the “Safer at Home” County Order . “Under the Governor’s ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Beaches, COVID-19, Parks, Parks And Recreation, Pinellas County

Tampa Bay COVID-19 Update: Helpful Information and Resources

by lcarnahan
April 2, 2020

The following is reprinted from the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council. They are updating this page daily. Taking into consideration reported cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) infections in Florida, the Tampa Bay EDC is providing resources ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Natural Resources
Tags: Business Assistance, Coronavirus, COVID-19, Florida, Grants, Nonprofit, Resources, Sea Grant

Register Today for Spring Break Going Camp!

by lcarnahan
March 5, 2019

The term 4-H is synonymous with pigs and cows and state fairs. However, today 4-H is so much more than its agricultural roots. 4-H Special Interest, or SPIN, Clubs off students an opportunity to experience the fun, learning, and life skills ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources
Tags: 4-H, Camp, Science, Weedon Island

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