UF/IFAS
Extension Sarasota County

Tag: beach

Bystanders watch a rescued and rehabilitated sea turtle make it's way back to sea during a public release.

Protecting Sea Turtles: Six Things You Can Do to Make a Difference


December 13, 2023

  Sea turtles are among the most majestic creatures on our planet. With their gentle nature and graceful movements, they have captivated people for centuries. However, these incredible sea dwellers are facing numerous threats that endanger ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Natural Resources, Wildlife
Tags: Beach, Conservation, Florida Sea Grant, Habitat, Pgm_Marine, Protection, Sea Turtle, Shore, Turtle, Volunteer, Wildlife
a living shoreline on a white, sandy beach, with a setting sun reflecting over calm waters. [credit: uf/ifas]

Florida opens grant program for Ian-, Nicole-damaged beaches


January 31, 2023

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection sent the following information Jan. 31 regarding a grant program for beach restoration projects resulting from Hurricane Ian and/or Hurricane Nicole damages: For Immediate Release: Jan. ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Disaster Preparation, Wildlife
Tags: Beach, Coast, Environment Florida Department Of Environmental Protection, FDEP, Hurricane, Pgm_Admin, Rejuvenation, Restoration, Restore, Shore, Storm
Aquatic plants at the La Chua Trail at Paynes Prairie.

Explore the underwater world, with the Explore Your World backpack underwater explorer boat


January 1, 2021

What is the Explore Your World backpack? The Explore Your World backpack kit is one of three backpacks designed by UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County in partnership with Sarasota County Libraries. It is designed to help explorers of all ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water
Tags: Activitykit, Beach, Environment, Explore Your World, Explore Your World Backpack, Nature, Pgm_EcoNR, Recreation, Science, Water