Gaining Ground

An Ode to Adventure (With a Map)

When was the last time you looked at the map of your favorite park? The first time I was really lost was in the fall of 2016. I was surveying Oscar Scherer … Read more

The World Around Us

Walk outside, close your eyes, and take a breath. Not just any breath, but a deep breath so you feel your body calm, and your mind rest for a moment. … Read more

Quail: Important to Floridians

Imagine working in the countryside – building a fence, mowing the grass, or hanging laundry – and you stop for a moment to wipe the sweat from your brow. Pastureland … Read more

Bird Migration

This special guest blog was written by Jeanne Dubi, president of Sarasota Audubon Society. Here on Florida’s Gulf Coast, birders eagerly await both spring and fall migrations. In my backyard … Read more

Making Connections

As an environmental educator, I’ve often been asked, “What’s your favorite part of your job?” and I always respond, “The Aha moment.” For those who haven’t had the privilege to … Read more

Why You Should Volunteer

Is it just me, or does it seem like the world is getting busier? With so much happening every day of every week, finding the time or energy to add … Read more