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Florida Land Steward Update, February 20, 2026Conservation

Florida Land Steward Update, February 20, 2026

NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK FEB. 23-27, 2026 National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is an international event dedicated to raising awareness about invasive species, the threats they pose, and the actions that can be taken to prevent their spread. Aggressive invasive plants pictured above are Old World climbing fern (left) and cogongrass (right). In Florida we have some opportunities to take action with Read More

Florida’s Hidden Invaders: Teaching Youth About Invasive Species4-H & Youth

Florida’s Hidden Invaders: Teaching Youth About Invasive Species

Welcome back to our Florida’s Hidden Invaders Blog Series where we focus on spreading awareness of invasive species and their impacts. In this section we will focus on teaching youth about invasive species. Studies show that learning through movement supports physical health, classroom engagement, and often academic achievement without reducing Read More