Part of President Roosevelt’s New Deal program was the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). It was a public work relief program designed to provide jobs for young men during the depression. They worked on projects related to the conservation and development of natural resources in rural lands owned by federal, state and local governments. The program [...]
This summer’s Gulf of Mexico dead zone is forecasted by federal scientists to be approximately 8,185 square miles, or about the size of New Jersey, making it the third largest the Gulf has seen. According to NOAA, dead zones are hypoxic (low-oxygen) areas in the world's oceans and large lakes, caused primarily by nitrogen, phosphorus [...]
“Blue carbon” or coastal habitats may sequester significantly more carbon dioxide than forests. Coastal wetlands have long been recognized for their wildlife values, their vital role in water quality, and their significance in protecting our built environmental during storm events. Scientists, however, have recently begun to document another critically important value: their ability to absorb [...]
Summer Fun – Protecting and Restoring the Bay Save The Date! September 23rd is our annual fundraiser: Scallopalooza, It’s Clamtastic! This is our sole funding event every year and it’s an evening of fun at the Sarasota Yacht Club. The generous donations and outpouring of community support are the fuel that keep our programs going [...]
Grilled Swordfish Tacos Serves 4 Swordfish is rich and firm, making it a perfect choice for grilling. Tossing shredded cabbage with the same savory dressing used to baste the fish keeps preparation to a minimum. Feel free to add your favorite garnishes to the tacos; try diced avocado, a squeeze of lime, sliced radishes and [...]
