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Discover the Fishing Heritage of Tampa Bay!

by lcarnahan
November 30, 2016

What: A Salty Heritage: Celebrating the Fishing History of Tampa Bay When: Saturday, December 3 Where: Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 About: Tampa Bay has a rich ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Work & Life
Tags: Fisheries, Fishing, Heritage, History, Marine Science, Sea Grant, Tampa Bay, Working Waterfronts

Keeping Waste Out of Our Water

by Lara Milligan
June 6, 2016

Adults fear it and kids love it…it’s poop! Stool, waste, feces, dung, there are many ways to say it, but nobody ever really wants to talk about it. Everything that eats, poops, right? And all that poop has to go somewhere. Fortunately ... READ MORE

Category: Lawn, Recreation, Water, Work & Life
Tags: Animal Services, Bacteria, Dog, EPA, Fecal Coliform, Impaired, Pet Waste, Pets, Pinellas, Poop, Rain, Scoop The Poop, Waste, Water, Watershed

Plastic in My Toothpaste?!

by Lara Milligan
November 16, 2015

I didn’t use this title just to catch your attention; I used this title because it’s true. Some toothpaste products actually contain tiny pieces of plastic. Often the “stuff” that makes your toothpaste look pretty is really plastic bits. ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Water, Work & Life
Tags: Contaminants, Fish, Fleece, Florida, Marine Life, Microfiber, Microplastic, Ocean, Plastic, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Sea Turtles, Tampa Bay, Toothpaste, Water Quality

Fishing Capital of the World

by lcarnahan
November 6, 2015

Florida is the "Fishing Capital of the World” with more world record fish catches than any other state or country. From an economic perspective, Florida also leads all states in economic impacts for its marine recreational fisheries and has ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Food Safety, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Ethical Fishing, Fishing Regulations, Florida Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Sustainable Fishing, Wmnf, Wmnf Radio

What does Sea Level Rise mean for YOU?

by lcarnahan
November 2, 2015

Tampa Bay is experiencing sea level rise. However, if we inform ourselves with the science and plan collectively as a community, we will be more resilient to any potential impacts. After a careful review of scientific research and associated ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Adaptation Planning, Climate Change, Community Engagement, Global Warming, Pinellas County, Sea Level Rise, Tampa Bay

Youth Summit Empowers the Next Generation of Ocean Conservationists

by lcarnahan
October 12, 2015

Registration is now open for the fifth anniversary Youth Ocean Conservation Summit which will take place on Saturday, November 14 at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, FL! Attendees at this year’s event will be inspired by dynamic speakers, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: 4H, Coast, Empower, Fun, Marine, Mote Marine, Ocean, Volunteer

Erika reminds us “Preparation is Key”!

by lcarnahan
August 28, 2015

Folks, a lot remains uncertain with Tropical Storm Erika as she passes over the Dominican Republic this afternoon, August 28, 2015. However, one thing we do know for certain- you can never be too prepared! Below are some helpful tips for next ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Natural Resources, Relationships & Family, Water, Work & Life
Tags: Erika, Florida, Hurricane, Preparedness, Tropical Storm