Citizen Science
Science on Tap with Florida LAKEWATCH
We hope you can join us September 3, 2025 in Gainesville! Our very own Director of Florida LAKEWATCH, Dr. Gretchen Lescord, will be presenting and leading a discussion on harnessing…
Read MoreCall for Public Comment on Draft Prospectus for First U.S. National Nature Assessment
Public comments are requested on the draft prospectus for the first U.S. National Nature Assessment. The assessment will evaluate the status, trends, and future projections regarding America’s lands, waters, wildlife,…
Read MoreEPA Invites Youth to Serve on First-Ever National Environmental Youth Advisory Council
Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the formal establishment of the agency’s first-ever National Environmental Youth Advisory Council (NEYAC). The NEYAC will provide independent advice and recommendations to…
Read MoreLocal schools, organizations can apply for water resource funding through SRWMD
As part of its ongoing commitment to water resource education, the Suwannee River Water Management District (District) is offering funding to local schools and community groups who are interested in…
Read MoreSJRWMD & Orange Audubon celebrate two years of Lake Apopka Ambassador program
The St. Johns River Water Management District is celebrating a two-year partnership with the Orange Audubon Society for the group’s volunteer work at the Lake Apopka North Shore and Wildlife…
Read MoreFLMS to Host Citizen Ponds Workshop
Citizen Scientists Managing Ponds WorkshopTuesday, August 30, 20225pm to 7pmHyatt Regency Coconut Point5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs, FloridaLight refreshments will be providedThis workshop is free to CAMS & citizens but advance registration…
Read MoreHelp FWC monitor freshwater turtle die-offs due to virus
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) continues to study a fatal virus infecting freshwater turtles statewide and is asking the public’s assistance in reporting sightings of sick, strangely…
Read MoreFWC thanks volunteers for helping with Lake O research project
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) thanks volunteers who helped remove invasive plants on Lake Okeechobee near Bird Island. Volunteers worked alongside FWC staff hand pulling Azolla pinnata,…
Read MoreUsing Citizen Science to Understand Marine Debris
Spring is here! As the temperatures increase and weather improves, many of us are drawn to the outdoors. But what if your trip to the beach could be more than…
Read MoreEPA Releases Updated Tool to Help Communities Protect Recreational Waters
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released an improved web-based app to help communities identify potential sources of pollution to recreational waters. This science-based and data-informed tool empowers communities and…
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