Florida’s state parks are for sea cows, not beef cows
HB 1421 and SB 1658 would require grazable public conservation lands in Florida to be made available for cattle grazing.
Tag: Florida State Parks
Share your public lands stories with Florida’s decision-makers
We must speak for, advocate for and unite behind our public lands during this current legislative session.
Proposed private cattle grazing on state lands in Florida moves along in first public hearing
Environmentalists worry about sensitive ecosystems and wildlife habitat.
Florida’s wild heart is beating on borrowed time
Florida Forever needs funding to buy private land for new state parks, state forests and wildlife management areas.
‘Tis the season to give the gift of nature
Our family has always tried to give each other the gift of experiences, particularly time spent in nature.
Dying coral reefs threaten Florida’s future
Florida’s reef system attracts tourists, serves as a spawning ground for fish and absorbs offshore wave energy.
The true cost of Florida’s bad land deal
The state could have used $83 million dollars to buy thousands of acres of public land in endangered ecosystems.
Turtle walks, a South Florida environmentalist and helping humans
Led by a trained professional, the turtle walk is a unique South Florida experience.
Writer shows how Floridians can leverage satire into political power
Craig Pittman's latest book, “Welcome to Florida," chronicles the absurdity of the state's politics and culture.
Memo to Florida Legislature: Get the parks bill over the finish line
The State Park Preservation Act protects against development proposals that would spoil the beauty of Florida's state parks.