Category: NATURAL RESOURCES

One Yard Can Inspire a Community: Karma Thomson Earns Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Gold Recognition

by Sara MacDonald
August 26, 2026

A landscape can be more than a beautiful view from the street. It can conserve water, support wildlife, protect Florida’s natural resources, and inspire an entire community. UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County is proud to recognize Karma Thomson, ... READ MORE

Category: , Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Recreation, UF/IFAS
Tags: Extension, Florida Friendly Landscape, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

The Spread of the Python

by Bridget Gerovac
August 7, 2026

So the search begins... This week, I got the opportunity to participate in my very first python survey and potential removal! This started due to a potential sighting within a preserve so we were tasked with trying to confirm this identification ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife

Experiencing St. Lucie County’s Guided Nature Program

by Bridget Gerovac
July 29, 2026

Did you know that St. Lucie County has its own award-winning Guided Nature Program? Within this program are a number of guided land and water-based activities that are led by various community members, including life-long nature enthusiasts ... READ MORE

Category: Forests, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation

Ghost Snails Are Showing Up in Florida Gardens

by Sara MacDonald
July 22, 2026

Have you noticed small, cone-shaped snails climbing your plants? We recently found large groups of ghost snails (Bulimulus bonariensis) feeding on marigolds and herbs in a St. Lucie County garden. These snails are becoming more common across ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida Friendly Landscape, Invasive Species, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

Help Put St. Lucie County on the Pollinator Map

by Sara MacDonald
July 8, 2026

Join the Great Southeast Pollinator Census on August 21–22, 2026 Have you ever wondered how many bees, butterflies, flies, and other pollinators visit the flowers in your yard? This August, you can help answer that question while contributing ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Conservation, Florida Friendly Landscape, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

Storm Season in the Wild: How Animals Cope

by Bridget Gerovac
June 5, 2026

Every hurricane season, Floridians are provided with lots of information about how to ensure they and their loved ones stay safe. But have you ever considered how Florida's native wildlife combat against these, often large, natural disasters? Categorizing ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, NATURAL RESOURCES, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: #wildlife, Conservation, Hurricane, Storm

Florida National Scenic Trail

by Bridget Gerovac
May 29, 2026

Have you ever heard someone mention the Florida Scenic Trail? Or the Florida Trail for short? If so, they are talking about the approximately 1,500mile trail that spans the Panhandle of Florida, takes you through the flatwoods of Apalachicola ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation
Tags: Backpacking, Florida Trail, Hiking, Outdoor Recreation, Trail

Cosecha de agua de lluvia 101: Construcción de un barril de lluvia

by Sara MacDonald
May 29, 2026

¿Y si la próxima lluvia pudiera ayudar a regar su jardín, reducir su factura de agua y, al mismo tiempo, apoyar el medio ambiente de Florida? Eso es exactamente lo que aprendieron los participantes durante nuestro reciente taller Rainwater ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Florida Friendly Landscape, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

Rainwater Harvesting 101: Building a Rain Barrel

by Sara MacDonald
May 29, 2026

What if the next rainstorm could help water your garden, lower your water bill, and support Florida’s environment at the same time? That is exactly what participants learned during our recent Rainwater Harvesting 101: Rain Barrel Workshop. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension, Florida Friendly Landscape, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

What is a Bioblitz?

by Bridget Gerovac
April 27, 2026

I have heard this term a lot since joining the UF/IFAS Extension Team last year. However, I had never heard of a bioblitz despite being in the environmental and conservation space the past 10 years. So, I wanted to take some time and share what ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
Tags: Bioblitz, UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County

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