![Wildlife on the Beach in April](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/04/Dune-sculpting-Apr-2022.jpg)
Wildlife on the Beach in April
It is now spring, and wildlife is beginning to stir more. However, on this April day another cold front had just past the area and the morning temperature was 59°F. To add to this, there was a strong west wind that made it feel colder. Despite the fact it was an...
![Hydration in the Heat](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/04/Picture1-Prudence.png)
Hydration in the Heat
GUEST AUTHOR: PRUDENCE CASKEY - 4-H Agent in Santa Rosa County The hot, Florida summer is approaching, and we all need to make sure we focus on hydration in the heat. Dehydration is very common in hot, humid environments. Many people do not drink the recommended...
![Six Rivers CISMA EDRR Invasive Species of the Month – Greenhouse Treefrog](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/04/Greenhouse-treefrog-usgs.jpg)
Six Rivers CISMA EDRR Invasive Species of the Month – Greenhouse Treefrog
EDRR Invasive Species Greenhouse Treefrog (Eleutherodactylus planirostris) Define Invasive Species: must have ALL of the following – Is non-native to the area, in our case northwest Florida Introduced by humans, whether intentional or accidental Causing either...
![Bay Scallop Restoration Program Needs Volunteers](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/04/Scallop-Hand-1080x675.jpg)
Bay Scallop Restoration Program Needs Volunteers
Special to the Panama City News Herald L. Scott Jackson UF/IFAS Extension Bay County / Florida Sea Grant Ray Bodrey UF/IFAS Extension Gulf County / Florida Sea Grant Do you live in Bay, Gulf, and Franklin County? We need your help! Scallop Sitters is one of our...
![Maintaining your septic system: Should you use additives?](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/03/conventional_septic_system-600x575.jpg-EPA.jpg)
Maintaining your septic system: Should you use additives?
Why do you need to maintain a septic system? Conventional septic systems are made up of a septic tank (a watertight container buried in the ground) and a drain field, or leach field. In the septic tank, solids settle on the bottom (the sludge layer), and oils and...
![New Regulations for Diamondback Terrapins Will Eventually Impact Recreational Crab Traps](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2012/12/Indian-terrapin-1024x675.jpg)
New Regulations for Diamondback Terrapins Will Eventually Impact Recreational Crab Traps
In December of 2021 the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) passed new regulations concerning the diamondback terrapin. One will make it illegal to possess a terrapin without a permit beginning March 1, 2022. The other will impact recreational...
![Join CoCoRaHS and Collect Rainfall Totals for Local Weather Forecasting](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/03/cocorahs-rain-gauge.jpg)
Join CoCoRaHS and Collect Rainfall Totals for Local Weather Forecasting
The local Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow network is seeking interested citizen scientists to participate in the collecting weather data. See the notice below from local coordinator, Larry McDonald, for more information: Weather forecasting depends on...
![Salt Marshes – The Land of the Wet and Muddy](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2015/01/forest-marsh.jpg)
Salt Marshes – The Land of the Wet and Muddy
When exploring local coastal environments, the salt marsh is one not frequently visited by residents. When first seen, the large field of grass appears inviting. But when you reach it appears impenetrable, full of bugs and snakes, and there must be an easier way...
![Tilefish of the Florida Panhandle](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2022/03/Tilefish-NOAA.jpg)
Tilefish of the Florida Panhandle
I am going to be honest and say that I know very little about this fish. I did not know they even existed until I attended college. Shortly afterwards, my father-in-law asked “hey, have you ever heard of a tilefish?” – to which I responded yes… He was having lunch...
![Invasive Species: What can we do to fight them?](https://nwdistrict.ifas.ufl.edu/nat/files/2014/01/cogongrass1.jpg)
Invasive Species: What can we do to fight them?
Invasive species are defined as introduced plants and animals that cause harm to the environment, the economy, and/or human health. They often displace native species further harming the ecosystem. Many times, invasive species are introduced by humans either...