Making a Gift of the Past to the Future
Though separated by time, the Calusa settlement of Pineland and today’s Pine Island community have likely shared more than their … Continue
Florida Environmental History – History of Everglades Restoration
“The Everglades is a test. If we pass it, we may get to keep the planet.” – Joe Podgor What … Continue
AOTW: Citizen Science – iNaturalist
What is Citizen Science? Before you can understand iNaturalist, you need to know what citizen science is. Citizen science, or … Continue
Tell Me About: World Snake Day
What is it? World Snake Day is celebrated every year on July 16th. This international day is a moment to … Continue
Action of the Week: Reduce Your Food-related Carbon Footprint
What is happening? Let’s talk about our carbon footprint. You might be wondering, “What is a carbon footprint and what … Continue
Action of the Week: What to do if you see a Sea Turtle
If you see an injured or dead sea turtle, call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Division of … Continue
Florida’s Environment: What Happened in the 2025 State Legislative Session?
The 2025 Florida legislative session came to an end on June 26th, after two extensions, as lawmakers approved a $115.1 … Continue
Tell Me About: Sea Turtle Nesting Behaviors
What is going on? For most of the year, Florida’s beaches serve as nesting grounds for several species of sea … Continue
Action of the Week: Protect Critical Panther Habitat in Florida
What is happening? The Florida panther (Puma concolor coryi), one of the most endangered mammals in the United States, is … Continue
Tell Me About: Harmful Algal Blooms
What is it? You’ve probably heard of the term “red tide” or seen images of eerie green lakes or massive … Continue