It’s Spring Planting Season
We all want a beautiful, flourishing, healthy landscape. Before you go and spend a bunch of money at the garden center, here are a few things to consider so you won’t waste your time and… Read More
Category: Conservation
A Pine In My Neck
For some, it is easy to tell a pine tree from, say, an oak tree, but can you tell a pine tree from a pine tree? Some might say it’s a pain in the neck… Read More
Sustainability Summit Builds Energy and Enthusiasm
The Sunset over the Bay Sustainability Summit presented by the League of Women Voters at the FWC Florida Fish and Wildlife Institute brought about 200 guests in attendance last Saturday. The workshop presented information on… Read More
The Value of Birds
Have you ever thought about the value of birds? I mean, the value in dollars. There over 18,000 birds on this planet; all are different and all play a role in keeping Florida ecosystems healthy…. Read More
Showering At The Beach
After a long day at the hot beach it can feel like heaven to take a shower to get rid of all the sand and sticky sea water. While rinsing you may or may not… Read More
Accepting Applications for Summer High School Leadership Program!
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County at Weedon Island Preserve is looking for high school students with an interest in the environment to join the Ranger Naturalist program. High school students yearning to learn more about the… Read More
2017 Earth Day Mail Art Competition
UF/IFAS Extension invites you to celebrate Earth Day by getting in touch with your artistic side! Pick up your colored pencil, paintbrush, and scissors and get creative! The 2017 Earth Day Mail Art Competition is… Read More
Florida’s Smallest Owl
Florida is home to five owl species, with a few other species as visitors from time to time. The smallest of our resident species, the Eastern Screech Owl, Megascops asio is just now beginning its… Read More
Sustaina-Bowl – Reducing the Impact of Your Super Bowl Party
Sunday is a big day for a lot of football fans – whether or not your favorite team is vying for the top spot. Countless people will find themselves hosting or attending a watch party,… Read More
Household Electronics & Chemical Mobile Collections
Many people are aware that certain materials, particularly electronics and chemicals, don’t belong in your garbage. But do you know what you should be doing with them instead? When it’s time to clean out your… Read More