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Category: Conservation

Roadside Rainbows: Annual Phlox Brightens Spring and Lifts Spirits

by Lisa Strange
April 23, 2026

Each spring, Florida’s roadsides come alive with soft waves of white, pink, purple, and burgundy as annual phlox begins to bloom. These low-growing wildflowers may be small, but they create a striking display that has become a seasonal hallmark ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: #TaylorCounty, Conservation, Florida, Gardening, Horticulture

Benefits of a Rain Barrel

by Lisa Strange
December 6, 2024

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
Tags: Collect Rainwater, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Rain Barrel, Rainwater, UF/IFAS Extension

What should we know about shark attacks?

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

The Gulf of Mexico is the ninth largest body of water in the world and is home to a huge variety of marine life. This marine life includes more than 1,443 finfish species, 51 shark species, and 42 ray/skate species as well as many, many others. Some ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Florida Sea Grant, Shark, Shark Attack

Unveiling the Hidden Wonders

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

: The Profound Benefits of Artificial Reefs in Taylor County, Florida's Gulf of Mexico Waters Taylor County, nestled along the Gulf of Mexico's stunning coastline, is not only a haven for natural beauty but also home to a hidden treasure beneath ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Natural Resources, , Water
Tags: Conservation, Fishing, Florida Sea Grant, Gulf Of Mexico, Habitat Conservation, Marine Habitat, Ocean, Water

Exploring the Stone Crab Fishing Tradition

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

: 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
Tags: Blue Crabs, Crab Traps, Fishing, Florida Sea Grant, Horseshoe Crabs, Stone Crabs

Preserving Nature’s Underwater Wonder

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

: 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
Tags: Conservation, Ecosystems, Florida Sea Grant, Seagrass

Unveiling Taylor County’s Hidden Gem

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

: 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
Tags: Conservation, Fishing, Florida Sea Grant, Recreational Fisheries

Celebrating Unsung Heroes

by VICTOR BLANCO
July 29, 2024

: 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
Tags: Conservation, Florida Sea Grant, Marine Extension, Marine Habitat, Volunteer

Exploring the Game

by VICTOR BLANCO
March 12, 2024

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
Tags: Conservation, Florida Sea Grant, Recreation, Scalloping

There is No WiFi in the Woods, But a Better Connection

by Abbey Tharpe
September 23, 2021

The change of seasons here in North Florida provides a time to encourage kids to put away the tablets and phones and get in touch with the outdoors. Youth need time to reconnect with nature. A great way to teach them about the great outdoors ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Conservation, Curriculum, Forests, Health & Nutrition, Natural Resources, Recreation, Relationships & Family, Water, Wildlife, Work & Life
Tags: Children, Mental Health, Nature, Outdoors, Quality Time, Woods, Youth