SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) received two awards from the Florida Recreation and Park Association (FRPA) in recognition of innovative programming and volunteer contributions.The FRPA Voluntary Service Individual Award was awarded to PRNR volunteer Terry Redman who has contributed more than 25 years of volunteer … [Read more...] about Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources receives two awards
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Celebrating a Year of Community Transformation: Take MAR marks milestone with a focus on upcoming native tree planting initiative
St. Petersburg, FL — Take MAR (More Action for Regeneration) joyfully extends an invitation to the public to partake in an evening of spirited camaraderie at the newly unveiled Spirit Garden, hosted by St. Pete Distillery. Join us on Friday, September 29, from 7-9 p.m., as every contribution propels our Native Tree Planting Phase II initiative along the picturesque Pinellas … [Read more...] about Celebrating a Year of Community Transformation: Take MAR marks milestone with a focus on upcoming native tree planting initiative
Plants, advice and demonstrations all part of Extension plant sale
Media contact: Ashley Ellis, residential horticulture agent, 941-861-9826 or ellis.amae@ufl.edu.SARASOTA COUNTY – Don't miss the 17th Annual Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale and EdFest on Oct. 14, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get great plants and advice for your landscape and to learn about the array of UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County … [Read more...] about Plants, advice and demonstrations all part of Extension plant sale
District to Hold Virtual Workshop on Minimum Flows for Little Manatee River in Hillsborough County
The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) invites the public to a virtual workshop Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 5:30 p.m. The purpose of the virtual workshop is to allow for public comment on recommended minimum flows for Little Manatee River in Hillsborough County. These are the first minimum flows being established for this river system and … [Read more...] about District to Hold Virtual Workshop on Minimum Flows for Little Manatee River in Hillsborough County
Conservation Foundation announces 20th Anniversary celebration and unveils anniversary logo
OSPREY, FL (September 18, 2023) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast - the only accredited land trust in our region - has been protecting the land and water in Southwest Florida for twenty years. Together with their dedicated and growing conservation community, the non-profit has permanently conserved over 19,200 acres across five counties and 56 properties. In celebration … [Read more...] about Conservation Foundation announces 20th Anniversary celebration and unveils anniversary logo