Where the Turtle Tracks Lead

Early one morning in June, I rode my trusty beach bike along the Eastern shoreline and spotted turtle tracks leading to a new nest and back to the ocean. I calculated that I missed seeing this ancient and amazing creature by an hour. I vowed to get out earlier the next day.

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Polk County, Department of Defense, and Conservation Florida Conserve Phillip Rucks Citrus Nursery

Florida roots and a reputation for finding creative and commonsense approaches to land conservation brought Conservation Florida to a landowner in Polk County interested in conserving their land and legacy. Thanks to the leadership of Polk County Parks and Natural Resources Division and the Department of Defense, this property is now protected forever.

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Governor and Cabinet Approve Funding for Conservation Florida's Crippen Ranch Project

Conservation Florida and the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Division of State Lands have been working to permanently conserve 615 acres of Crippen Ranch in Okeechobee County and today’s Cabinet meeting marked a pivotal moment as Governor Desantis and the Cabinet approved its funding. The property, which is currently under contract for the acquisition of a conservation easement, would be a win for conservation in the Northern Everglades and Florida Wildlife Corridor.

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Protect Public Land

Maybe you haven’t given it much thought or even realized it, but I’m guessing you have enjoyed public lands. Perhaps, you have some great memories of camping in one of Florida’s award-winning state parks.

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