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Embracing November: A Seasonal Shift in Polk County’s Natural World
As we bid farewell to the hurricane season and the wetter months, November brings a refreshing change to Polk County. You might have...
Shannon Carnevale
Nov 1, 2023


Greetings, Brave Souls of the Neighborhood
As the twilight of the spooky season creeps upon us, the air fills with whispers and rustles - not from wandering spirits but from our...
Shannon Carnevale
Sep 26, 2023


Trees and Hurricanes
In the bustling heart of Florida, Polk County stands out for its abundant agricultural lands, plentiful wildlife, and alluring...
Shannon Carnevale
Aug 1, 2023


Celebrating National Lakes Appreciation Month: The Value of Aquatic Plants
July is National Lakes Appreciation Month, and as a UF/IFAS Extension agent, I’m taking this opportunity to shed light on an aspect of...
Shannon Carnevale
Jun 29, 2023


The Urban Heat Island Effect: A Growing Challenge in Florida’s Urban Areas
As an Extension Agent, a significant part of my daily work involves talking about our environment with folks from all walks of life. A...
Shannon Carnevale
May 31, 2023


American Wetlands Month
May is American Wetlands Month, and with one-fifth of the nation’s wetlands, Florida is the perfect place to appreciate the beauty and...
Shannon Carnevale
May 1, 2023

Conservation of The Everglades Headwaters is Priority
“There are no other Everglades in the world. They are, they have always been, one of the unique regions of the earth; remote, never...
Adam Strang Bass
Oct 1, 2019

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