While we are all learning a new norm of how-to social distance ourselves, let’s try to find ways to make the best of it. There are lots of activities we an still do with our family during this time. … Read More
Many people are staying at home right now without a clue of what to do while social distancing due to the coronavirus. Instead of looking at it as a disruption or inconvenience, let’s look at it as a… Read More
Updated 03/15/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office… Read More
An ideal natural classroom In Cedar Key, we are actively working to restore and enhance shoreline habitats. There are many volunteer opportunities available, but the Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) offers a chance to look deeper. Students develop… Read More
Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch is a popular citizen science program where trained volunteers survey, measure, tag, and release horseshoe crabs on Florida’s beaches. Learn more about why we need to monitor our horseshoe crab populations in this post…. Read More
Have you ever asked yourself, how can I motivate volunteers to give back to their community? What if I came up with a way to support our local community through a UF/IFAS Taylor County 4-H outreach program and… Read More
When students leave school for the weekend, the last thing they should have to worry about is how they are going to get their next meal. Thanks to Taylor County’s Weekend Backpack Program, weekends are worry free for… Read More
Have you ever thought about how much time your kids spend on “media”? Do you think about how IPads, cell phones, social media, games, and TV are a dominant force in children’s lives? According to the American Academy… Read More
Agriculture is a part of all of us, and Ag Day is a perfect time to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture across the state of Florida. What is 4-H Agriculture Day 4-H Agriculture Day gives… Read More
Did you know that small boat captain licenses in Florida increased 27% since 2009? This rapid growth in the for-hire fishing guide sector speaks to the vast popularity of recreational fishing in Florida. It can be difficult to… Read More
