Water Resources
Let’s talk about our toilets...and, more specifically, what we can flush down them. I know we are all familiar with the warnings about what not to flush in public bathrooms. These same warnings apply to our bathrooms at home, even though ... READ MORE
Category: Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
As southwest Floridians, we are all aware of our two seasons -- wet and dry. But when the dry season (October - May) is abnormally dry that is called a drought. The 2019-2020 dry season has been abnormally dry, but will the drought last? Drought ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Conserving Water In part one, I described where our potable water comes from, how it is used, and some important reasons to conserve. Now, let's look at an alternative water resource known as reclaimed water. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Conservation, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
National Drinking Water Week reminds us to take a moment to reflect on just how important reliable quality and consistent drinking water is to our daily lives. This week also provides us with the opportunity to consider just where our water ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Water
Water as a Limited Resource If you happen to be anything like me, you have gone most of your life wondering where our water comes from without getting any straight answers from the people you’ve asked. It can be frustrating to not know ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Water
Are you even or odd? This question should be familiar to all Floridians. As Floridians, we are accustomed to year-round water restrictions that limit our water use to specific days of the week based on our street address. Unfortunately, water ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Work & Life
Looking for a fun activity to do by yourself or with your family? Yesterday, I challenged my family members to calculate their average daily water use using the Southwest Florida Water Management District Water Use Calculator. At dinner, ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Most everyone has heard, “April showers bring May flowers.” It’s a classic rhyme helping young people learn the seasons, inspiring both the young and not-so-young with the hope of new life, beauty and warmer temperatures, assuring all ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Did you know that over-watering your lawn can increase the amount of nitrogen running into nearby waters? While important, increased nitrogen runoff is just one of several reasons why you should look to reduce your water use this April, as ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Water
A glass of ice-cold water in Florida's hot summer is a refreshing moment. But, do you know if the water you are drinking is good? And, how would you find out your water's quality? Our free, two-hour class on April 16 will help you understand ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Water