The Deep Dive Blog

For Taylor Owens, giving to Florida’s wildlife didn’t start with a big, dramatic moment. It started with a tiny one. While walking through a storage closet at work, Taylor accidentally stepped on a small lizard, one of the little native lizards Floridians see darting across patios and sidewalks every day.

Melodie Harris lives in Waynesboro, Virginia, but her passion for Florida’s marine mammals runs deep. Since 2022, she has been a dedicated supporter of our Marine Mammal Fund, giving to help protect manatees and the habitats they depend on. Her connection began during a beach vacation several years ago when

When Breanna and Alex of Salty 3D Prints talk about their work, it is clear that their art is about more than creating beautiful objects. From their Florida studio, they design and 3D print jewelry, sculptures, and educational pieces inspired by wildlife. Each creation, whether a sea turtle keychain, manatee

When Virginia-based artist Tess Abad first learned about the Florida bonneted bat, she was struck by its charm. “The idea of a bat species being named because it has the appearance of wearing a little hat? My heart was sold instantly,” she said. But as she dug deeper into the

Our Foundation is excited to team up with 22nd of Never, a Miami-based print studio that blends artistry with impact, turning creativity into conservation. The studio specializes in hand-printed serigraphs that capture Florida’s coastal beauty through a modern, Art Deco-inspired lens. With a deep appreciation for the Sunshine State’s wildlife,

Our mission to conserve wild Florida is only possible thanks to the unwavering support of donors like Nathan Smith.  Nathan was born and raised in Tarpon Springs and now resides in Odessa. He and his wife enjoy discovering nearby natural gems like Lake Francis Nature Preserve, accessible by a short

Thanks to the generosity of Florida homebuilder GL Homes, critical efforts are now underway to protect imperiled tricolored herons on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Named for its dark slate-blue colored head, purple chest, and white under plumage, the tricolored heron faces an uphill battle. These birds prefer to nest on remote

For Foundation Board Chair Laura Russell and husband Byron Russell, wild Florida has always been more than just a backdrop for outdoor adventures—it’s a vital part of their lives. Whether casting lines in the Atlantic or quietly waiting for the first gobble of a wild turkey in the early morning

Florida may be a wild place, but there are some universal truths: Cuban sandwiches, alligators in swimming pools, and a love for manatees. So it came as no surprise when thousands of guests of the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo opted to donate a portion of their zoo admission to