UF IFAS Extension Bay County

06/08/2026

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From Sandhills to the Sea, we are Celebrating Turtles!

From the highest, driest, scrubbiest parts of the state, where gopher tortoises dig, to the shorelines and oceans where marine turtles visit the state to nest, turtles are an important part of Florida’s natural history. For example, our gopher tortoise burrows provide shelter to many amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and invertebrates. Many freshwater turtles also call Florida home – from map turtles and giant alligator snapping turtles in Panhandle rivers to soft-shelled turtles in south Florida.

Join us this week as we celebrate 2026 and learn more about our wonderful turtle diversity and how you can help protect this important resource!

06/08/2026

Happy World Oceans Day!

06/05/2026

Cold drinks, hot myths: UF expert cuts through summer hydration hype!

As summer approaches, the heat may push you to drink anything cold and refreshing. But before you grab the latest “miracle hydration drink” promising to cool and energize you, a University of Florida expert wants to pump the brakes on the hype.

06/05/2026

It's World Environment Day. Here are water saving tips for Summer Lawns.

06/05/2026

It's National Donut Day! This isn't the kind of donut you can eat though. When mulching, remember Donut not volcano. A mulch donut ring helps to hold water for the newly planted trees to absorb. A volcano of mulch reduced gas exchange and can lead to trunk rot. So this remember, "Donut! Not Volcano!"
Link below for info.

06/05/2026

4-h Summer Art Camp is back! Ages 5-11*
Sign up now to reserve your space.

06/04/2026

Signup NOW! The LLO license is for government employees and private property employees doing work in lawns/turf and ornamentals around structures. Limited Lawn & Ornamental pesticide applicators refer to employees meeting the following conditions (F.S. Chapter 482)

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/limited-lawn-and-ornamental-license-exam-preparation-tickets-1990185262695

For testing: Make an account and purchase a voucher through https://aeslicensing.fdacs.gov/

06/04/2026

It's 🧀 National Cheese Day! Celebrate by signing up your kids (aged 11-18) for 4-H Timeless Traditions this summer to learn sustainable life skills including MAKING CHEESE!!!! 😋

06/01/2026

Watch vs Warning!
It's the first day of Hurricane Season. Make sure you know the difference between a watch and a warning.
Learn more about this important weather safety terminology from our friends at the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) ➡️ bit.ly/4jZDt2P.
Already know the difference? This is your sign to make a !

It's the first day of Hurricane Season. Make sure you know the difference between a watch and a warning.

Learn more about this important weather safety terminology from our friends at the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) ➡️ bit.ly/4jZDt2P.

Already know the difference? This is your sign to make a !