In this episode we explore the impacts of fireworks to air quality, water quality, wildlife and more! Although fireworks are a staple for celebrations around the world, the explosives almost always contain pollutants like heavy metals, perchlorates, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
In this episode, we continue our exploration of the sounds of summer. This episode's focus is all about commonly heard frogs in Florida. We have ~30 species of frog in the state. More often heard than seen, this episode features five frog ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Have you ever wondered about the intricate ways we interact with water? Water plays a crucial role in our daily lives, from the water we drink to the landscapes we admire. It shapes our environment, our culture, and our future. Typically, ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Water
In this episode we explore the creepiest, crawliest, grossest of arachnids, ticks. And no, we don't feel bad calling them gross! Tick-borne illnesses can wreak havoc on people's lives and there is still so much we don't know about them. On ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Recreation
In this episode we explore some sounds of summer…grasshoppers, crickets, cicadas and more! How do they make calls? Why are they so loud? Are they really going to to take over the world every 17 years? Find out this and more in our latest ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
In this immersive two-day program, you will acquire the skills necessary to host a successful BioBlitz survey and utilize the collected data for effective land management. The course is designed for local land managers, biologists, non-profit ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Events, Invasive Species, Natural Resources
On today’s episode, you’ll learn about three non-venomous snake species common to residential areas in Florida. Slithering into a neighborhood near you, these common snakes are found all over Florida. Learn more, on this episode of Naturally ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Natural Resources, Wildlife
We have all probably interacted with pinecones in some way, whether we collected them to start a bon fire, rolled them in peanut butter to create a bird feeder, or avoided them during pollen season. Pine trees produce pinecones, a unique ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
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
Have you ever wanted to try backpacking? Backpacking is a form of hiking where the hikers carry all the things needed for camping on their backs. This usually includes tents, cooking supplies, food, water, and clothes. Typically, in ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension