The Weeki Wachee River is an invaluable feature in Hernando County, driving tourism, employment, and renowned for its waterways as a prime recreational destination in addition to being a first magnitude Outstanding Florida Spring. Join us for the Weeki Wachee River Summit on Friday, May 3, 2024, from 9 am—1:30… Read More
The Little Mermaid Jr. is a stage musical based on the animated 1989 Disney film of the same name and the classic story of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find love. Read More
The Spring Lake Memorial Classic is held on Florida’s toughest, most scenic racecourse in scenic eastern Hernando County, Florida. But don’t let the majestic trees and peaceful setting fool you – these are some of the toughest hills in Florida! All three courses take participants along shade tree-draped roads and… Read More
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Monthly Meeting and Public Program of the Hernando Chapter, FNPS: Top Five Native Trees to Plant in Hernando County
by Jessica Clark, Hernando/Pasco County Forester, Florida Forest Service
The Top Five Native Trees to Plant in Hernando County were selected due to a variety of characteristics, such as wood quality, longevity, disease resistance, and aesthetics. We will discuss the growing conditions for these trees such as soil type, growing space, and water needs.
About our Speaker – As a county forester, Jessica provides technical assistance to private landowners and inspects urban trees for homeowners, landowners, counties, municipalities, and so on. She also participates in outreach events such as school programs, Arbor day programs, and wildfire prevention programs.
Jessica Clark grew up in Polk County, Florida. She learned forestry at a young age though agriculture classes and the Future Farmers of America. She received her bachelor’s degree in Forest Ecosystem Management at Pennsylvania State University. After college, she returned to Florida and worked as a forester for the Florida Forest Service on the Withlacoochee State Forest. In April 2023 she was promoted to the County Forester position for Hernando and Pasco Counties.
Logistics – Our regular monthly meetings are held on the first Monday of most months. They are notorious for intriguing topics and a great light supper. Arrive the South Brooksville Community Center at 6:30 pm for snacks and socializing; the formal meeting and program starts at 7:00 pm. The South Brooksville Community Center is located at 601 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34601.
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