UF IFAS Extension Flagler County

06/16/2026

Join Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent in Collier County Mike for the Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism webinar tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm! All are welcome to join, but pre-registration is required, so sign up now at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting-1

The ocean can be a…. ouch, what was that?! During the first webinar of the 2026 Florida SEE Webinar Series, you will learn all about the science of stinging saltwater organisms in Florida. After this presentation, viewers will be able to identify some common stinging culprits, learn sting prevention/first aid and find out why they sting in the first place! Reasons why critters sting varies from capturing prey to defense, and the mechanisms can be as interesting as the diversity of critters themselves.

Have you registered for the first webinar of the season? It takes place next, Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm - the webinar is open to all but pre-registration is required, so sign up now at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting-1

06/11/2026

Do you love spending time outdoors and have a passion for ecotourism? Become an anonymous assessor volunteer with Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism! 🌴

As an assessor, you will visit ecotour providers seeking their certification to verify their practices. Assessors can be located anywhere throughout Florida. This role is essential to Florida SEE’s certification program! ⭐️

If you are interested in learning more, attend our upcoming Anonymous Assessor Training on June 23, 7:30pm. This training is free and will take place on Zoom. To register, visit https://www.floridasee.org/events/ecotourism-assessor-training

Do you love spending time outdoors and have a passion for ecotourism? Become an assessor volunteer with Florida SEE! 🌴

As an assessor, you will visit ecotour providers seeking their certification to verify their practices. Assessors can be located anywhere throughout Florida. This role is essential to Florida SEE’s certification program! ⭐️

If you are interested in learning more, attend our upcoming Assessor Training on June 23, 7:30pm. This training is free and will take place on Zoom. To register, visit Floridasee.org/education!

06/11/2026

We all play a role in supporting mental health in our communities. The QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper training teaches simple, practical skills to recognize warning signs of a su***de crisis and how to respond.

This training is only about 1.5 hours long and is open to anyone who wants to learn how to help save a life. You do not need prior experience—just a willingness to show up for others. There are multiple training dates/times available.

Together, we can build stronger, more supportive communities.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/qpr-question-persuade-refer-gatekeeper-training-tickets-1596592223319

06/11/2026

Have you registered for the first Florida SEE webinar of the season? It is open to all but pre-registration is required, so sign up now at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting

The ocean can be a…. ouch, what was that?! During the first webinar of the 2026 Florida SEE Webinar Series, you will learn all about the science of stinging saltwater organisms in Florida. After this presentation, viewers will be able to identify some common stinging culprits, learn sting prevention/first aid and find out why they sting in the first place! Reasons why critters sting varies from capturing prey to defense, and the mechanisms can be as interesting as the diversity of critters themselves.

Have you registered for the first webinar of the season? It takes place next, Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm - the webinar is open to all but pre-registration is required, so sign up now at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting-1

06/08/2026

Disaster Preparedness: Preparing Your Pantry for Hurricane Season

Hurricane season is underway, and one of the best ways to prepare is to think about meals before a storm is in the forecast.

Do you have shelf-stable foods, bottled water, and simple no-cook meal options on hand? Planning ahead can help reduce stress, support healthy eating, and keep your family nourished during power outages or emergencies.

The UF/IFAS EFNEP Preparedness and Resiliency Cookbook includes healthy, tasty, and easy-to-prepare recipes using many non-perishable ingredients commonly found in emergency food supplies. The guide provides meals and snacks to help families stay prepared and resilient during disasters.

Learn more here:
UF/IFAS EFNEP Preparedness and Resiliency Cookbookhttps://efnep.ifas.ufl.edu/media/efnepifasufledu/pdfs/preparedness-and-disaster-cookbook/EFNEP-Preparedness-and-Resiliency-Cookbook---English.pdf

06/03/2026

June 1st marked the start of hurricane season—if you haven't yet, now is the time to prepare. Are you READY?

🌀 READY 🌀

✅ Restock supplies
✅ Emergency contacts updated
✅ Alerts enabled
✅ Documents protected
✅ Your family prepared

A few minutes of preparation today can make a big difference during an emergency. Take time this week to review your plan and ensure your household is ready for the season ahead.



The UF/IFAS Disaster Handbook is a great resource to help you get started:

05/22/2026

There are two spots left in the Florida Master Naturalist Program Coastal Shoreline Restoration course taking place in June! This course focuses on marsh, mangrove, and oyster ecology and restoration. It is co-taught by our multicounty Sea Florida Sea Grant agent in Flagler/Volusia and the FSG Agent in Brevard County and involves both online learning and two field-based days in Volusia and Brevard.

Find the full course details and well as registration on the FMNP website at https://conference.ifas.ufl.edu/fmnp/CR26-02hybrid.php

05/20/2026

The ocean can be a…. ouch, what was that?! During the first webinar of the 2026 Florida SEE Webinar Series, you will learn all about the science of stinging saltwater organisms in Florida. After this presentation, viewers will be able to identify some common stinging culprits, learn sting prevention/first aid and find out why they sting in the first place! Reasons why critters sting varies from capturing prey to defense, and the mechanisms can be as interesting as the diversity of critters themselves.

Register online at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting-1

The first webinar for the 2026 Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism series is coming up next month! Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 7pm to learn all about Marine Things That Sting with Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent Mike Sipos.

Register online at https://www.floridasee.org/events/florida-see-webinar-marine-things-that-sting-1

05/13/2026

The Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism has posted their 2026 webinar series - the majority of these presentations are from UF/IFAS Extension Faculty from around the state! Register online at https://www.floridasee.org/education

The Florida Society for Ethical Ecotourism's 2026 Webinar Series beings next month! Join us on the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm for engaging presentations from specialists around the state.

Whether you are an ecotourism provider or just a Florida adventurer, you will learn interesting and valuable information about our wildlife, ecosystems, and best practices to enjoy nature while keeping both you and it safe. The series is free and open to all, just visit https://www.floridasee.org/education to register!

05/01/2026

Flagler County elementary teachers! Don’t miss this opportunity! Sign up now for the 2026-2027 school year!

Florida Teachers — Don’t Miss This!

Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 A Land Remembered: Where Cattle, Conservation, and Beef Come Together classroom program.

This free, standards-based 6-week unit brings Florida history, ranching, and conservation to life through engaging, ready-to-teach lessons and real-world connections.

Includes a live Virtual Ranch Experience with Florida ranchers.

Bring meaningful, place-based learning into your classroom.

Register your class today:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/R3CFNXgWiK

Photo: Bridget Stice, UF/IFAS