SARASOTA COUNTY - In celebration of Florida Arbor Day, Sarasota County is once again inviting the community to journey on a "Tree Quest," during a two-week scavenger hunt at county parks. Starting on Jan. 17, the scavenger hunt is aimed at highlighting the importance of trees and their many benefits. The community is encouraged to search for five … [Read more...] about Tree Quest returns for another year of education and fun
Environmental, Parks, Agriculture
Sarasota’s “Canopy Meg” Selected as First Female STEM Visiting Distinguished Professorship at National University of Singapore
Dr. Margaret Lowman, known world-wide as "Canopy Meg" for her tireless efforts to save global forests, and the visionary behind the creation of the canopy walkway in Florida's Myakka River State Park, has been selected by the National University of Singapore as the institution's first-ever female Visiting Distinguished Professor in STEM studies. During the school's spring … [Read more...] about Sarasota’s “Canopy Meg” Selected as First Female STEM Visiting Distinguished Professorship at National University of Singapore
Rocky Creek Ranch in Madison County Sells for $3.3 Million
Greg Driskell and Bryant Peace Brokered the Sale of a 2,582-Acre Ranch and Recreation Property in Greenville, Florida LAKELAND, FL, January 10, 2019 — SVN | Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate advisors Greg Driskell and Bryant Peace recently brokered the sale of a 2,582-acre ranch in Madison County, Florida for $3.3 million. The property, located near I-10 within 50 miles … [Read more...] about Rocky Creek Ranch in Madison County Sells for $3.3 Million
Florida teenager completes epic run across the state to raise public awareness of Florida’s freshwater springs, recycling and the environment
Charles Richardson will arrive at honeymoon Island Florida on Monday, December 23, completing his 205 mile journey running across the state of Florida to raise awareness for Florida’s freshwater springs, environmental sustainability and the need to protect Florida’s environment. Over seven days, runner Charles Richardson, his friends and supporters, have completed over one … [Read more...] about Florida teenager completes epic run across the state to raise public awareness of Florida’s freshwater springs, recycling and the environment
After Gasparilla Cleanup
The pirates will soon ship off through Tampa Bay and are anticipated to leave quite a mess after a weekend of partying. Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful and the City of Tampa need your help to keep our paradise litter free. Join us the day after the main festivities to help remove litter and debris from the parade route. Sunday, January 26, 2020 Registration begins at 7:30 … [Read more...] about After Gasparilla Cleanup