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In March, rainfall across the St. Johns River Water Management District was slightly below the monthly average, with frontal systems being the main source of precipitation.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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4/10/24
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As the planet warms, sea level rises at an ever-faster rate. Wetlands have generally kept pace by building upward and creeping inland a few meters per year.
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By Randall W. Parkinson, Florida International University
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4/8/24
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Solar Eclipse Best Practices: We don’t have to tell you not to look directly at next Monday’s solar eclipse without protective eyewear, do we?
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By Michael Moline, Florida Phoenix
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4/7/24
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Gilchrist Blue Springs has what you might call an interesting backstory. It was once owned by a business mogul who gave it to his petit assistant. They were secretly in love.
A couple of weeks ago, I drove up to the picturesque small town of High Springs , about 30 miles north of Gainesville. Then, I kept driving, heading out of town for several …
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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4/4/24
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Earth Month 2024 will highlight countywide sustainability and conservation efforts while providing residents and employees with educational and engaging experiences.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/2/24
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The Florida Museum of History attracts 55,000 people a year to view its 46,800 artifacts — or rather, it did until 2022, when it closed for repairs.
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By Craig Pittman
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4/1/24
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Mites are arachnids that are found in almost every environment with more than 55,000 described species worldwide. Some mites are classified as pests, while others are beneficial.
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From UF/IFAS
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3/27/24
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We should always celebrate water in Florida. We’re surrounded on three sides by the stuff. It’s a major tourist attraction, and right now, water is worth a lot of money.
Friday marks World Water Day. I feel bad about this, but I just know I’m going to be late sending out Water Day cards this year.
But we can …
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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3/25/24
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The project will transform the former nursery on Lust Road into a unique park, adorned with native plants, restored bird habitat, walking trails, and a visitors’ center.
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From Orange Audubon
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3/21/24
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Prescribed burning is becoming an increasingly challenging method of managing forested land for many reasons, including a rapidly expanding population that is narrowing the state’s wildland-urban interface.
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On April 8th, millions of Americans across the United States will have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to view a total solar eclipse.
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By Christopher Palma, Penn State
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3/17/24
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Audubon staff work with resource managers and volunteers to install several miles of string, flagging, and informational signs in several areas.
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From Audubon Florida
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3/13/24
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In February, the St. Johns River Water Management District region witnessed below-average rainfall, with most precipitation concentrated mid-month.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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3/12/24
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The Center for Biological Diversity said pesticides threaten up to 97% of endangered species, a finding the Environmental Protection Agency determined six years ago.
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By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection
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3/11/24
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“No-Mow March” isn’t just about letting your lawn grow wild and avoiding any maintenance; it’s a conscious choice to support local pollinators and biodiversity.
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By Forest Hecker, UF/IFAS
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3/10/24
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Florida insurance premiums cost homeowners an eye-watering $6,000 a year. That’s more than triple the national average.
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By Latisha Nixon-Jones, Jacksonville University
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3/7/24
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These lucrative land deals are supposed to preserve the property in perpetuity. But Kimberly Buchheit, a Central Florida land surveyor and environmental activist, told me, “Perpetuity has reached an expiration date: as soon as it is no longer convenient to protect land or restrict development.”
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By Craig Pittman
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3/7/24
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The study contends that if mosquitoes undergo thermal adaptation in their local environments, it could lead to variation in how different populations respond to temperature.
Matthew Thomas, a UF/IFAS professor and UF/IFAS Invasive Science Research Institute …
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By Lourdes Mederos, UF/IFAS
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3/4/24
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Birding is a beloved pastime for many nature enthusiasts. It’s one of the easiest hobbies to start; all you have to do is step outside and notice the birds around you.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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2/29/24
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Prescribed fire is the use of carefully planned fire purposefully set under stringent conditions to manage the fire’s effects.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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2/28/24
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February and March provide mild weather, which makes it the perfect time to discover the outdoors, and with 42 properties containing over 530 miles of multi-use trails spread throughout the District’s 18-county service area, a prime hiking spot is just a short drive away.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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2/26/24
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Wetlands were once viewed as wastelands, but now we know they’re incredibly important. They absorb floods, filter out pollution, and provide habitat for important species of wildlife, not to mention soaking up CO2 from the atmosphere.
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In Florida, termite infestations are a year-round risk for properties and trees. While not swarming year-round, they consistently forage and develop new colonies, leaving signs of their presence.
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By Lourdes Mederos, UF/IFAS
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2/25/24
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The Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is scheduled to reopen on March 1st, resuming its regular operating hours from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays.
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From the St. Johns River Water Management District
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2/23/24
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Orange County Government has received the Executive Award of Regional Significance from the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council (ECFRPC) for its commitment to land conservation .
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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2/22/24
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