OSPREY, FL (October 14, 2021) Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast announces the permanent protection of 228-acres in Old Miakka, Sarasota County. This land is a critical link between Sarasota County’s Old Miakka Preserve and Conservation Foundation’s Tatum Sawgrass Scrub Preserve, further linking to over 120,000 acres of conserved land protecting the Myakka River. The … [Read more...] about Conservation Foundation protects 228 acres in Old Miakka
Environmental, Parks, Agriculture
District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Sarasota County
Setting prescribed fires in controlled settings can reduce the risk of wildfires burning out of control, as many Floridians witnessed during the state’s wildfire emergency in 2017. That’s why the Southwest Florida Water Management District(District) will be conducting prescribed burns October through December at Myakka River - Deer Prairie Creek Preserve and … [Read more...] about District Aims to Reduce Risk of Wildfires by Scheduling Prescribed Fires for Sarasota County
Knowing the Different Types of Greenhouse Structures
Greenhouse manufacturers offer a range of styles, which you can categorize into detached, ridge and furrow (gutter-connected), and lean-to. The latter is the most popular among hobbyists but not recommended for commercial greenhouses as the size of a lean-to greenhouse is limited. As the name suggests, detached greenhouses are built independently. However, a … [Read more...] about Knowing the Different Types of Greenhouse Structures
Community Foundation Tampa Bay announces $1.05 million George and Mimi Frank Environmental Endowment
Tampa, Fla. (Oct. 7, 2021) – The Community Foundation Tampa Bay is pleased to announce the establishment of the George and Mimi Frank Environmental Endowment with a gift of $1,055,000 that will support nonprofit organizations focused on protecting, restoring and improving the natural environment within the Tampa Bay region. The late donors believed that true community vibrancy … [Read more...] about Community Foundation Tampa Bay announces $1.05 million George and Mimi Frank Environmental Endowment
Don’t miss the annual Extension plant sale and open house
SARASOTA COUNTY — Don’t miss a one-of-a-kind event featuring great plants for your landscape and information about Sarasota County Extension services. The 15th Annual Master Gardener Volunteer Plant Sale and EdFest is set for 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 09, at the UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County office and grounds, Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota. Register now to … [Read more...] about Don’t miss the annual Extension plant sale and open house