Events
Explore “Great Unknown” at Coastal Preserve
April 4, 2013 | Posted by Libby Carnahan
Join Pinellas County Sea Grant Extension Agent, Libby Carnahan, on a personal exploration through Weedon Island Preserve by land and water. In the morning we will explore the upland side of the preserve, followed in the afternoon by a canoe paddle through the mangrove tunnels. http://sealevel.eventbrite.com/
Florida is known for its 1,200 miles of coastline including award-winning beaches. However, today our waterfront is threatened by rising sea levels. Florida faces threats from sea level rise to both our natural ecosystems and our coastal cities and towns. 
In this program, we will investigate the potential effects of sea level rise on the local natural and built environment. We will utilize a combination of online tools, field activities, and facilitated discussion to begin an open conversation about what may be the most difficult issue facing Florida’s resource managers and civic leaders today.
When Hurricanes Make Landfall
February 26, 2013 | Posted by Libby Carnahan
Salty Topics Marine Research Speaker
Register at http://hurricanelandfall.eventbrite.com
Dauphin Island, Alabama in wake of Hurricane Katrina
Photo Credit: National Geographic
Hilary Stockdon, PhD
Thurs, March 7, 6:45 pm-8:00 pm
Weedon Island Preserve
1800 Weedon Drive NE
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Hurricanes generate dangerous waves and surge capable of moving large amounts of sand, destroying buildings and infrastructure, and even taking lives. Storm forces reshape our nation’s coastline by removing protective sand dunes that line much of our shorelines, making the coast vulnerability to future storms.
Thirty-First Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival
February 11, 2013 | Posted by John Stevely
There’s something for everyone at this year’s festival!
February 16 and 17, 10 – 6.
Festival Website click here
Get ready for two unique days of fun and family entertainment along the historic and picturesque shoreline of Cortez. If you love seafood and want to savor a taste of Florida’s history, don’t miss the Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival.
The Festival is a special event: visitors will be welcomed to help Cortezians celebrate their love of marine life and pride in their heritage. Festival goers will enjoy a variety of live entertainment, music, clog dancing, boat rides, marine life exhibits, plenty of delicious seafood, and the beautiful vista from the Cortez shoreline will provide a day you won’t soon forget. You will also be treated to a nautical Arts and Crafts Show and tours and displays on local marine life and the commercial fishing industry.
“Salty Topics” Speaker Series Kicks off with Red Tide Talk
February 5, 2013 | Posted by Libby Carnahan
I am pleased to announce the Spring 2013 Kick Off of “Salty Topics,” a Sea Grant sponsored speaker series at Weedon Island Preserve, St. Petersburg, Florida that connects the community with local marine research. We have a great line-up, starting February 14th with Dr. Alina Corcoran, Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, presenting Marine Algae: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Registration is available at http://marinealgae.eventbrite.com/# .
Marine algae form the base of the food web in the ocean and produce nearly half of the world’s oxygen. They are extremely diverse, ranging widely in size (from micro- to macroscopic), color (not just green!) and function (from plant to animal). During this talk, Dr. Alina Corcoran will guide you through the algal world, highlighting the value of algae to ecosystems and people and presenting current work on the Florida Red Tide and other Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs).
The series is held at Weedon Island Cultural and Natural History Center at 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St Petersburg, FL 33702, with refreshments donated from the Friends of Weedon Island (http://fowi.org). The public is encouraged to attend. I hope to see you there!
Posted in Curiosities, Events, Research, Sea Life | 
Tags: algae, Florida Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, lecture, red tide, speaker | 
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Are You Smarter than a Stone Crab: January 23, 2013
December 17, 2012 | Posted by Bryan Fluech
It’s that time again for another round of “Are You Smarter than A Stone Crab? The next tour will be Jan 23, 2013. This time the tour will begin at the Evergaldes City Museum so participants can learn more about the heritge associated with commercial fishing in Everglades City. This program is a great way to learn more about the economic and cultural importance of one of Florida’s most valuable fisheries. Hope to see you there! To register click on the flyer below.
Marine Scene Plus Top Stories of 2012
December 12, 2012 | Posted by John Stevely
Here are some of the top stories from 2012. Be sure to check them out if you haven’t done so already.
Stay Legal Between the Lines with Mangrove Snapper
Things That Glow in the Water at Night
2012 Southwest Florida Bay Scallop Update
December 12, 2012 | Posted by John Stevely
Exciting things are happening!
There was a full slate of scallop searches in southwest Florida this past year. Here are the results.
| Scallop Searches |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
2011 |
2012 |
| Tampa Bay |
624 |
674 |
32 |
5 |
12 |
| Sarasota Bay |
947 |
136 |
15 |
10 |
93 |
| Charlotte Harbor |
N/A |
94 |
163 |
24 |
20 |
| Pine Island Sound |
N/A |
N/A |
335 |
1026 |
400 |
| Total SWFL |
1571 |
904 |
545 |
1065 |
525 |
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to All
December 12, 2012 | Posted by John Stevely
All of us with the southwest Florida Sea Grant Extension Program wish all of you a great holiday season. It is truly an honor and privilege to work with so many dedicated citizens and scientists along the coast. As the years pass, change occurs. However, one thing that doesn’t change is the great nature of the folks we work with. We hope 2013 is good to all of us.
What’s in Your Sandwich? Grouper Authentication Workshop
November 5, 2012 | Posted by Libby Carnahan
USF/ Florida Sea Grant sponsored workshop
St. Petersburg, FL
Wednesday, December 5th
10am-3pm
Want to know what kind of fish is in your sandwich? So do many consumers. A recent study reported that over half the fish in the markets of South Florida is mislabeled. The University of South Florida College of Marine Science Microbiology Group has developed an innovative tool to identify the DNA sequence of Grouper Fillets and verify their authenticity. This tool has many applications for wholesalers, fish markets, and restaurants.
“Are You Smarter than a Stone Crab?” Tour October 30th, 2012
October 10, 2012 | Posted by Bryan Fluech
Stone crab season is around the corner. Join the Collier County Sea Grant Extension Agent to learn about one of Florida’s most valuable fisheries!
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