We’re putting a spotlight on success stories of St. Lucie County residents who have adopted various practices resulting in improved natural resource management. This blog features my interview with Florida Master Gardener volunteer Karen Cartmill ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
4-H Agamapalooza Citizen Science Project Educational Objectives The UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County, in conjunction with the UF/IFAS Croc Docs, will be conducting the 4-H Agamapalooza Citizen Science Project in September 2024. This ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, , Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
About the event At 11:30 a.m. on October 19th, a hands-on hummingbird feeder workshop will be conducted for pre-registered participants of the Treasure Coast Agri-Science Showcase and Fall Fest. While not easily seen, hummingbirds are found ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, WildlifeJoin the UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County, in conjunction with the UF/IFAS Croc Docs, for the 4-H Agamapalooza Citizen Science Project. This event is for youth ages 8-18 and will begin with an orientation via Zoom on September 3, 2024 ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Events, Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
New laws There is a new law that poachers should be aware of before heading out into the field to poach saw palmetto berries. Saw Palmetto Berries Section 581.189, Florida Statutes There are several changes in 2024 including this one: A ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Forests, Home Landscapes, NATURAL RESOURCES, WildlifeThere are several delivery modes for 4-H programs, such as camps, afterschool, community clubs, project clubs, 4-H school enrichment, Instructional TV or video, competitive events, 4-H in-school clubs, and independent studies, to name a few. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Events, Farm Management, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife, Work & Life
Join UF/IFAS Extension Agent Ken Gioeli and UF/IFAS IRREC Assistant Professor, Dr. Nicole Quinn, for an informative honey tasting event. This event will take place on August 15, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. in room 219 at the UF/IFAS Indian River REC. ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
According to the St. Lucie County website, the county's Environmental Resources Department manages over 11,000 acres of preserves and natural areas. From the beaches on the east coast of the county to the hammocks in the west, there is plenty ... READ MORE
Category: , NATURAL RESOURCES, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Some nonnative reptile species found in Florida are fast and flee quickly from people with cameras. Its recommended that nonnative reptiles be reported using ivegot1 or Eddmaps. Capturing photos and videos can be tricky and often need telephoto ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, NATURAL RESOURCES, Wildlife
The UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County, in conjunction with St. Lucie County Audubon and the St. Lucie County Library System, are encouraging visitors to the downtown Fort Pierce Waterfront to participate in the "Downtown Fort Pierce Waterfront ... READ MORE
Category: NATURAL RESOURCES, Water, Wildlife