Teams Mobilize for Coastal Invasion of Horseshoe Crabs
Guest post by Burt Golub They came at night as the moon pulled on the earth in its perigee. Quiet and unobtrusive the sensors under… Read More
Parks and Preserves
Construction to Begin on New Crews Lake Observation Tower
The 25-foot tower is set to open in January 2023 Construction to Begin on New Crews Lake Observation Tower Enjoy views high above Crews Lake… Read More
Adventure Coast Virtual Meet Up with Ryan Smart of Florida Springs Council August 17
The August 17 virtual meetup of the Sierra Club Adventure Coast Group will feature Ryan Smart, executive director of the Florida Springs Council, the only… Read More
History of the Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins
Florida’s Nature Coast is rich with history, from the earliest known aboriginal inhabitants who settled near our rivers and springs 14,000 years ago, to the… Read More
Let’s Get out and Explore Nature Coast Springs
There is nothing like hopping into a 72-degree spring on a hot, humid day to cool the body and soothe the soul. Florida is graced… Read More
All About Alligators
With multiple alligator attacks in Florida recently, NatureCoaster wants to help you learn all about these amazing reptiles, as well as how to stay safe… Read More
Fun Finding Birds on Florida’s Nature Coast
After returning from an extended trip this summer, I was happy to settle back into my front porch, enjoying the early morning sights and sounds… Read More
Walking in the Weekiwachee Preserve
In Florida, mining for limestone began during the First Spanish Period. Construction began on the Castillo de San Marcos in St. Augustine utilizing locally mined… Read More
Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve Public Meetings May 19 and 24
Dear Nature Coast Seagrass Stewards, Nearly two years ago, the Nature Coast Aquatic Preserve was signed into law. Since that time many of you have… Read More
County Begins Construction on Fort Island Beach Accessibility Project
On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, Citrus County began constructing approximately 300 feet of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible concrete walkway at Fort Island Gulf… Read More
Let’s Save our Springs: The 2022 Springs Summit in Crystal River
“Our pictures are a tangible record of what was,” outdoor photographer John Moran told the audience at the 2022 Florida Springs Council Springs Summit. Images… Read More
Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park Thanks Its Volunteers
Letter to the Editor: The staff and management of Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park would like to thank our community of volunteers for… Read More