May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the most common and one of the most preventable types of cancer in the United States. With summer around the corner, it's the perfect time to learn how to protect ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Recreation, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Rainwater harvesting has been around for thousands of years. The earliest evidence can be found on sites such as ancient Mesopotamia, around 3000 BC, where people collected rainwater for irrigation and domestic use. The Romans constructed elaborate ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
The Great Florida Pollinator Census is an initiative to promote pollinator science to our communities with three general objectives: increase pollinator habitats, educate the public on the importance of insects to our ecosystems, and provide ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
World Wetlands Day is an opportunity to delve into the unique and vital ecosystems that play a crucial role in sustaining life on our planet. In Taylor County, our wetlands are not just landscapes but vibrant hubs of biodiversity, providing ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Water
: Volunteers in Taylor County's Marine Extension Programs In the heart of Taylor County, Florida, lies a community deeply passionate about preserving its coastal treasures. Behind the scenes of marine extension programs, dedicated volunteers ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources
: Recreational Fisheries Along Florida's Gulf Coast Nestled along Florida's picturesque Gulf Coast, Taylor County stands as an angler's paradise. Boasting an array of recreational fisheries that wave fishing enthusiasts from far and wide. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation
: Seagrass Ecosystems in Taylor County, Florida Beneath the tranquil waters along the Gulf Coast of Taylor County lies a hidden gem crucial to the marine ecosystem—seagrass. These verdant underwater meadows play a pivotal role in the health ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources
Changing Role of Scallop Sorters in Recreational Scalloping Harvests Nestled along the serene Gulf coast of Florida lies the Big Bend region. A hidden gem known for its picturesque landscapes and abundant marine life. Among the many ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Recreation
: Coastal Recovery Post-Hurricane Idalia The aftermath of Hurricane Idalia left an indelible mark on coastal communities, including the path it forged along the Gulf of Mexico. This formidable force of nature brought devastation and ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources,
: Taylor County's Bounty in the Gulf of Mexico From October 15th to May 1st each year, the waters of the Gulf of Mexico come alive with the activity of stone crab fishermen. Taylor County serves as a prime location for this seasonal harvest. ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, , Water, Wildlife