Florida panthers and black bears need a literal path for survival – here’s how the Florida Wildlife Corridor provides it
The corridor shows how important habitats can be protected in places that face burgeoning population growth.
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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.
What do you like most about Florida’s state parks? Our bill protects that
SB 80 and HB 209 must pass to preserve and protect Florida State Parks for our children and grandchildren.
Scrutiny for Florida agencies charged with managing treasured waters sparks unease
The legislation comes as Gov. Ron DeSantis suggests Florida should take over Everglades restoration from the federal government.
Bill banning golf courses, pickleball courts from state parks advances in Florida Senate
Republican Sen. Gayle Harrell filed SB 58 in response to plans to build such amenities in at least nine parks.
Taking care of unfinished business: Inspect septic systems to help prevent harmful algal blooms
Florida has millions of possibly leaking septic tanks along the shores and banks of our lakes, rivers and streams.
Manatees deserve the highest levels of protection
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently declined to upgrade the protection level of Florida’s manatees.
New protections couldn’t come soon enough for Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary
For the first time since 1997, the Sanctuary is updating its regulations, marine zones and management plan.
Restoring the Florida Everglades can still use federal help
Factors like sea level rise, population growth and a warming climate have impacted the restoration project.
Why the LA wildfires resonate in Florida
Florida and California are different, but they both face a climate threat that’s fundamental, serious and growing.