Monday, December 20, 2010

Santa Fe Springs Poster

The Santa Fe Springshed poster has been finished and is currently being distributed to businesses and offices within the springshed. The poster has pictures of some of our local springs, shows the springshed, and has tips on how people can protect the springs. Click HERE to view the poster. If you would like a copy of the poster email Stacie at sgreco@alachuacounty.us.

Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute

The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute was founded earlier this year to provide a focal point for springs science, restoration, and protection. Current projects include an assessment of springs ecological health in Marion County and a pilot SPRINGSWATCH project at Silver Springs. Please visit their site at http://www.floridaspringsinstitute.org/ to learn what you can do to assist with the wise managment of Florida's unique springs resources.