By Dorothy SchwartzKissimmee, Florida Bok Tower is a place of beauty and tranquility; the carillons ringing is a wonderful backdrop to beautiful flowers and other plants. But one of the things I like most about the place is the vision of the founder, Edward Bok. He wanted to give a
My final Florida Master Naturalist Program course is coming to a close. As we cheer for our fellow graduates and hug goodbye, I reflect on what we’ve learned and what’s at stake for Florida’s land and water. Across the state, development threatens our remaining natural lands and the species that
By Suzanne ScheiberOrmond Beach, Florida Dear Florida, I came here on vacation with my family to Volusia County every year when I was growing up. This was our one vacation each year. I always looked forward to coming as a child and loved the beach and large oak trees on
On Dec. 13, I spoke at the Press Conference to Fund Florida Forever in St. Petersburg. Similar press conferences were held statewide in North Ft. Myers, Gainesville, and St. Augustine all sharing the same message: fully fund Florida Forever. Days of action are also planned for Fort Walton Beach, Gulf
