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How to Foster an Identity as a Planet Steward

by Michelle Marinangel
September 2, 2026

James Clear’s acclaimed book Atomic Habits is one of the most widely read and frequently recommended modern books on habit formation. It features stories and research that support how to implement successful habit changes and resulting desired ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Professional Development, Recreation, Work & Life
Tags: Climate, Climate Solutions, Healthy Living, Personal Development, Pgm_Sustain, Stewardship, UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County

Wondering About Wildlife: Who to Contact for Wildlife Concerns

by Katherine Clements, Zahir Ringgold Cordes and Samantha Sliger

September 2, 2026

Developed by our Ecology and Natural Resources program, the "Wondering About Wildlife?" blog series provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns about the wildlife around us. If you have ever wondered what to do and who to call ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Animals, Conservation, Pgm_EcoNR, Urban Wildlife, Wildlife, Wonderingaboutwildlife

4-H Youth Development Resources Enhance Programming

by Sarah Davis
August 31, 2026

At the core of 4-H is enhancing life skills through kids passions. Youth select a project and through hands on learning build their skills. Whether you are a 4-H volunteer, youth member or looking to enhance your youth development programming, ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Curriculum
Tags: 4-H, 4-H Projects, Curriculum, Youth, Youth Development

Suncoast Grown and Gathered: Longans for August

by Forest Hecker
August 31, 2026

At the Sarasota County UF/IFAS Extension Office, we've been cultivating a Food Forest to showcase the most productive, unique, and often underutilized fruits and crops suited to our distinctive southwest Florida climate. Through this ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Work & Life
Tags: FFL, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Horticulture, Landscape, Landscaping, Pgm_HortRes

Wondering About Wildlife: Bats in Your Building

by Katherine Clements and Samantha Sliger

August 26, 2026

Developed by our Ecology and Natural Resources program, the "Wondering About Wildlife?" blog series provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns about the wildlife around us. This blog focuses on how to manage bats if found in ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Animals, Bats, Conservation, Pgm_EcoNR, Urban Wildlife, Wildlife, Wonderingaboutwildlife

Wondering About Wildlife: Minimizing Interactions with Wildlife

by Katherine Clements, Samantha Sliger and Zahir Ringgold Cordes

August 19, 2026

Developed by our Ecology and Natural Resources program, the "Wondering About Wildlife?" blog series provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns about the wildlife around us. This blog focuses on tips to help you minimize unwanted ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Animals, Conservation, Pgm_EcoNR, Urban Wildlife, Wildlife, Wonderingaboutwildlife

Wondering About Wildlife: What to Do About Rodents

by Zahir Ringgold Cordes, Katherine Clements and Samantha Sliger

August 12, 2026

Developed by our Ecology and Natural Resources program, the "Wondering About Wildlife?" blog series provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns about the wildlife around us. This blog focuses on non-native rodent species and ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Wildlife
Tags: Animals, Pests, Pgm_EcoNR, Rodents, Urban Wildlife, Wildlife, Wonderingaboutwildlife

Visit Our Bug Bungalows

by Jackie Lebouitz and Erin Petersen

August 7, 2026

Bugs are an incredibly important part of the environment. Many pollinate plants, including fruits like berries and melons, help make the soil healthier by breaking down leaves, wood, and other organic matter, serve as food for wildlife like ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Art, Beneficial, Bug, Bungalow, Entomology, Fairy, Game, Good, House, Insects, Pgm_Chemicals, Pollinator

Growing Through Experience: My Internship Journey with UF/IFAS Extension & Sustainability Sarasota County

by Kate Sweeney
August 6, 2026

Hi, I’m Kate Sweeney, and during the summer of 2026, I had the opportunity to serve as an Environmental Education and Outreach Intern for the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County, with both the Sustainability and Ecology and Natural Resources ... READ MORE

Category: Work & Life
Tags: Intern, Internship, Natural Resources, Pgm_EcoNR, Pgm_Sustain, Special Topics, Sustainability

Wondering About Wildlife: What to Do if I See a Coyote

by Katherine Clements
August 5, 2026

Developed by our Ecology and Natural Resources program, the "Wondering About Wildlife?" blog series provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns about the wildlife around us. This blog focuses on reducing negative encounters with ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Animals, Conservation, Coyote, Pgm_EcoNR, Urban Wildlife, Wildlife, Wonderingaboutwildlife

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