Despite living in Florida for nearly 25 years, John Siegwarth has never seen a manatee. But that didn’t stop him from feeling called to respond when it was clear their habitat needed restoration help. “I’ve always been conservation-minded, ever since I was a little kid,” said John. “With the manatee’s
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Innovation at the Islander Resort
The Islander Resort in Islamorada isn't only a beautiful, historic getaway in the Middle Keys, it's also a champion of coral reef conservation. They’ve stirred things up by supporting our Florida Coral Reef Conservation Fund via the sale of their spectacular Reef Relief Cocktail. A healthy portion of the sale
New Funding in the Fight Against a Deadly Disease
The fight against a new wildlife disease in Florida recently gained a powerful ally. ICYMI: chronic wasting disease (CWD), a deadly neurological disorder that affects white-tail deer, was found in Florida last June via the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) robust monitoring program. FWC has been monitoring free-ranging deer
Species Spotlight: Florida Sandhill Crane
As Valentine's Day approaches, let's turn our attention to one of Florida's most enchanting love stories — the majestic sandhill crane. While these elegant birds are known for their striking appearance and distinctive calls, their commitment to lifelong partnerships adds an extra layer of romance to wild Florida. The Florida
Rare Panther Sighting on Duette Preserve
Duette Preserve in Manatee County, a sprawling 21,000-acre wild paradise and the headwaters of the Myakka River, is home to a diverse population of species including the endemic Florida scrub-jay, and more recently, the elusive Florida panther. Duette Preserve is a welcoming haven for dozens of species, in part thanks
Grants At Work: St. Lucie Eelgrass Growing Swimmingly
Six months ago, the North Fork of the St. Lucie River became the new site of 540 new eelgrass plants. Six months later, the results are in: our underwater plants are growing swimmingly. In partnership with FWC, Sea & Shoreline, and Coastal Conservation Association (CCA), our Foundation funded the replanting
Love is in the Air, Now Let’s Get Seagrass in the Water
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by sending love to your family, friends, and Florida’s manatees. Now through February 8th, we’ll send a personalized valentine to the manatee-lover of your choosing when you donate $25 to our Marine Mammal Fund. All proceeds will support seagrass restoration in the Sunshine State. Seagrass restoration is
New Year, Same Resolution: Save Wild Florida
Don’t ditch those resolutions just yet! January may be over, but if you’ve resolved to become a more eco-aware Floridian, we’ve got the inspiration you need. Commit to a reusable water bottle (difficulty: easy) By refilling a reusable water bottle, you reduce the need for single-use plastic water bottles, many
Grants At Work: Educating New Homeowners to Save Our Springs
Florida ranked as the second most popular destination for people making a move in 2023. The influx of new residents may worry those who seek to protect wild Florida, including our hundreds of freshwater springs. But thanks to an $11,000 grant from our Foundation, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is working