Tiny Critters of Broadmoor Park
November 26, 2018
Something amazing is happening in Rotonda West. A former golf course is being changed into Broadmoor Park.
Read more.Let’s Make It Right! Special Campaign for Wildflower
November 8, 2018
In late September 2018, we learned of a new and unexpected challenge at Wildflower Preserve in the form of soil
Read more.Nature at Babcock Webb is Astonishing!
October 28, 2018
For those who are interested in nature study it is intriguing to consider what areas are the “hottest” in terms
Read more.A Farewell to the Blue Ridge
October 14, 2018
Fall and the approaching winter have finally gotten my attention with a low temperature of 38 F on our back
Read more.Take Action for Clean Water!
October 4, 2018
Since October 2017, an intense red tide bloom has been moving with the winds and currents along our Southwest Florida
Read more.Late September Nature in the Blue Ridge
October 1, 2018
Although temperatures are still relatively mild in late September in the mountains of NC, there are many changes that indicate
Read more.Early Fall Nature in the Blue Ridge
September 13, 2018
As summer progresses into early Fall we can see additional signs of the changing seasons. From my bedroom window I
Read more.Wildflower Restoration: Moving Sabal Palms
September 9, 2018
On the Wildflower Preserve property, we are lucky to have a large number of native Sabal (aka Cabbage) Palm trees.
Read more.Late Summer Nature in the Blue Ridge
August 30, 2018
As the summer season progresses into the infamous dog days, which are historically associated with the rising of the dog
Read more.Wildflower Restoration: A Video View
August 22, 2018
This week at Wildflower Preserve, the Diversified Professional Services (DPS) construction team is continuing their clearing work in preparation for the
Read more.A visit to a Remnant of Old Florida
August 21, 2018
One of the little known secrets of southern Sarasota County, FL, is the presence of a large piece of Old
Read more.Wildflower Restoration: Clearing and the Burn Pit
August 15, 2018
Diversified Professional Services, DPS, is the prime contractor for the restoration work currently underway at Wildflower Preserve. Their crew has
Read more.The Nature of Price Lake
August 9, 2018
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a marvelous linear necklace of natural attractions. One of the gems in this necklace is
Read more.Wildflower Restoration Update: Gopher Tortoises and More
August 7, 2018
We’re pleased to report that, after several weeks of delay to resolve final permitting issues, restoration work is now in
Read more.The Place That Few People Know- S Venice Lemon Bay Preserve
July 29, 2018
Some areas with great natural beauty and lots of wildlife are rarely visited because they are in an out of
Read more.A Backyard Insect Safari
July 23, 2018
Too often we think that we have to go to a far country to see fantastic animals. However if you
Read more.The Mystery of the Disappearing and Reappearing Green Anoles
July 7, 2018
Most who live in SW Florida will have noticed in their yards a very common small lizard, the brown or
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