Jay Magner, a hands-on activist in the Tampa Bay area when it comes to the environment, is encouraging residents to join him Saturday, Sept. 18, at 1 p.m. for World Cleanup Day. Jay’s Green Team will meet at Bayshore Beach, NW side of the Davis Island Bridge, across from 345 Bayshore condominium. For a map, visit https://goo.gl/maps/2d7hnmGKZgsx1cFa8. The international event … [Read more...] about Environmental Activist Jay Magner Encourages Tampa Residents to Participate in World Cleanup Day Sept. 18
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PRNR receives two awards from Florida Recreation and Parks Association
SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) received two awards from the Florida Recreation and Park Association (FRPA) in recognition of annual report materials and volunteer contributions. Sarasota County PRNR was presented with the Public Relations Printed Material Award and the Voluntary Service Individual Award at FRPA’s … [Read more...] about PRNR receives two awards from Florida Recreation and Parks Association
Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Partners with Powerboat P1 for Marine Life Awareness during Powerboat Grand Prix
St. Petersburg, FL (August 27, 2021) - This Labor Day weekend, the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center is partnering with Powerboat P1 ahead of the Powerboat Grand Prix at the St. Pete Pier to raise awareness and enhance understanding about the value of marine life. As racing teams from around the country arrive in downtown St. Pete for the inaugural Powerboat Grand Prix, … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center Partners with Powerboat P1 for Marine Life Awareness during Powerboat Grand Prix
Tampa Bay Artist Launches Plush Toy on Kickstarter to Promote Shark Conservation
Artist and Ocean Advocate Jessica Adanich releases a fuzzy shark plush toy to help change the perception of sharks and aid in their conservation. TAMPA – Every year, around the world, about 100 million sharks are killed for their fins. Even though they are vital to the marine ecosystem, the issue often gets overlooked. Local artist and entrepreneur, Jessica Adanich, imagines … [Read more...] about Tampa Bay Artist Launches Plush Toy on Kickstarter to Promote Shark Conservation
District to Hold Public Workshop on Ranking Water Bodies
The Southwest Florida Water Management District(District) is seeking public input to determine the priority of minimum flows and levels (MFLs) for lakes, wetlands, rivers, streams and aquifers in the District. Legislation requires the District to review and, if necessary, revise this schedule each year. The District will hold a public meeting Aug. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the … [Read more...] about District to Hold Public Workshop on Ranking Water Bodies