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A beach with a man posting a wooden stake, with Gulf of Mexico in the background.
A Season in the Life of a Bird Biologist: Nesting Begins in the Eastern Panhandle
February 16, 2022 — by Michael Ferrara, Carrabelle Shorebird Biologist.
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Just Another Day in the Swamp as a Campus Host
February 14, 2022 — Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary Campus Host Harry Hite details some of his experiences.
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A group of people hold giant scissors to symbolically cut a large ribbon.
Scott Water Farm Project Critical Component of Improving Health of the St. Lucie Estuary
February 12, 2022 — A ribbon-cutting event celebrated the Scott Water Farm Project on February 11, 2022. It is the fourth water farm initiative in the State of Florida.
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MaVynee Oshun Betsch. Photo: American Beach Museum.
MaVynne Betsch's Legacy Lives On in Protected Coastline
February 10, 2022 — The Northeast Florida "Beach Lady" advocated for habitat and history in American Beach.
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Raised Snowy Plover figures on canvas. Artwork by Deborah Gabris
Volunteer Contributes Unique Art for Coastal Program Education Efforts
February 03, 2022 — By Ricky Cassell, Panhandle Stewardship Coordinator for Audubon Florida.
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A man with a camera and long lens on a tripod on a boardwalk
Mastering the Capture of the Super Ghost Orchid at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary
January 27, 2022 — Photographer R J Wiley started his quest to get the perfect shot in 2007.
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Map of the Everglades restoration projects completed and those planned for the near future.
2021 Everglades Restoration: A Snapshot of Projects and Funding
January 24, 2022 — New map showcases progress in the restoration of the River of Grass.
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A tagged Black Skimmer rests amidst a mixed flock of gulls, terns, pelicans.
Spotted! Banded Black Skimmer Heralds Conservation Success
January 24, 2022 — Coastal team member Jeff Liechty discovered an interesting Black Skimmer during the Tampa Christmas Bird Count.
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American White Pelican swimming on calm water. Photo: Jim Chagares.
Tampa Bay Area Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory Underway
January 21, 2022 — Audubon partners include ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability and the University of South Florida.
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