A Green Holiday
There are great ways to reduce waste, save money and commit to a better environment during this holiday season. The holidays can be a stressful time if consumerism becomes the focus. Focusing on happy moments… Read More
Category: Conservation
Here Come the Ducks!
Here in Central Florida, Fall Migration usually ends with the arrival of various duck species from the cold North. Although a few may appear starting as soon as August, November and December see our “snowbird”… Read More
Recyclers’ Choice Award
The City of Largo’s Recycled Innovations Contest is underway and it’s your turn to vote for the Facebook “Recyclers’ Choice Award”. One overall Facebook Choice winner will win a solar backpack. To vote:… Read More
Monster Light Savings
As the holiday season kicks into high gear with Halloween, remember that spooky, scary, cozy and inviting light displays don’t have to come with a huge price tag when you use energy saving light bulbs. … Read More
Eagle Eyes on the Environment
Why are owls so important to our environment? How can clean water impact eagles? Can using too much energy affect animals? What is one thing you can do to help animals in the wild? Discover… Read More
Pinellas County Family Nutrition Program-nutrition, food, gardening and a whole lot more!
Whether it’s teaching kids about healthy foods in the classroom, brushing up on culinary skills, learning about where foods come from or the importance of buying local, the UF/IFAS Family Nutrition Program (FNP) in Pinellas… Read More
Introduction to Aquaponics
Upcoming Program: Introduction to Aquaponics November 15, 2014- UF/IFAS Extension Office (12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo) Register Here Call 582-2101 for more information. (Credit: Green Acre Aquaponics, Brooksville, FL) Aquaponics is the practice of combining fish… Read More
Save Energy, Save Money
During Energy Action Month, recognized every October, Pinellas County Extension offers classes to help you save energy and money without sacrificing comfort. This year’s FREE classes kick off on Saturday Oct 4 when the project partners with… Read More
Get creative with trash
The City of Largo Recycled Innovations Contest returns with a challenge to get creative with trash. Participants of all ages are invited to this online contest, which challenges them to construct useful items consisting of at… Read More
Pay-it-Forward to your Estuary!
National Estuaries Day Give Back with Florida Sea Grant Paddling Coastal Clean Up! Estuaries, like Tampa Bay, improve our lives in many ways! Estuaries are a great place for recreation including boating and fishing, they… Read More