Beaches framed by rolling sand dunes, sea oats swaying in the breeze, and loggerhead tracks stitched across the shoreline—all as the sun settles over a stretch of Florida’s coast. It’s no surprise this landscape, which has inspired generations of artists
Renee Crisostomo is the Pacific Coral Disturbance Coordinator for Florida Sea Grant. Her position supports coral disturbance preparedness and response across Pacific coral reef jurisdictions, including Hawai’i, American Samoa, Guam, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, through capacity
Ella Armbruster is an undergraduate student the University of Florida, majoring in environmental science and minoring in zoology. Armbruster was selected as the 2025 Florida Sea Grant Community Engaged Intern (CEI). Sea Grant’s CEI program aims to broaden participation in
Cuando se navega en bote a lo largo de la costa de Florida, es esencial entender los límites de las aguas estatales, especialmente cuando se trata de normas relativas a la descarga de aguas residuales. En la mayor parte de
When boating along the Florida coast, it’s essential to understand the boundaries of state waters—especially when it comes to rules surrounding sewage discharge. For most of the U.S., state waters typically extend 3 nautical miles from shore. However, if you’re
“Taking out the Trash”can be Rewarding
Every minute, two garbage trucks filled with plastic end up in the ocean. That’s why as a Hillsborough County High School Student, Swara Patel steps into the waist-high waters of the Anclote River to clean up trash before it reaches
Salt marshes are essential yet underappreciated ecosystems that provide numerous benefits to both nature and people. Found around the world in temperate zones, these wetlands are an essential link between land and sea. In this blog, we will explore salt marshes,
The Environmental Protection Agency recently approved a No-Discharge Zone (NDZ) for the Indian River Lagoon Vero Beach to Fort Pierce Aquatic Preserve; this is the fourth NDZ designation in the state and the first of the Florida Department of Environmental
When you think about boating, you imagine perfect days on the water with friends and family—soaking up the sun, casting a line, and enjoying the moment. But to keep those good times rolling, clean boating steps into the picturesque scene.
Florida Sea Grant celebrates the annual International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, highlighting the importance of mangrove ecosystems and to promote solutions for their sustainable management, conservation and uses. This International Day was adopted by the General
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Florida Sea Grant proudly highlights Betty Staugler, an individual whose commitment to marine conservation has not only defined her career but also earned her a unique and unexpected honor – the honor of having
Celebrate World Wetlands Day by recognizing the salt marshes in Florida’s Big Bend Region! This global event, observed annually, aims to increase awareness about the vital role of wetlands in maintaining our planet’s health. Additionally, it marks the anniversary of
“The world is your oyster” encapsulates the idea that amid tribulations, numerous opportunities await. In 2023, we faced threats posed by climate change, including rising sea levels, record-breaking water temperatures, catastrophic storms, and shifting marine ecosystems. Undeterred by these numerous
The highly competitive National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) RESTORE Science Program recently awarded over $1.5 million in funding to the University of Florida (UF) to advance the long-term sustainability of critical ecosystems that support fish stocks, fish habitats, and
Need a post-Labor Day holiday to celebrate on the beach? Join your local Florida Sea Grant county extension agent on September 16th for the biggest coastal cleanup of the year! For over 30 years, the Ocean Conservancy has organized the
