NOV 21
EVENTS & DISCUSSIONS
ICYMI: BASIS7-ANEP has been rescheduled for February 28-March 4, 2022.
Register for this event by visiting the link below.
New upload: Open science workshop taught by Dr. Marcus Beck (Tampa Bay Estuary Program) and Dr. Chris Anastasiou (Southwest Florida Water Management District) for the Coastal Estuarine Research Federation 2021 virtual meeting.

PROJECT SPOTLIGHTS
Using Localized Twitter Activity to Assess Harmful Algal Bloom Impacts of Karenia Brevis in Florida, USA
Apps like Twitter are good for more than just news, memes, and knowing what your favorite celebrity had for breakfast. Considering how widespread its use is, Twitter can provide unique crowd-sourced information that helps researchers better understand the impacts of natural disasters. Florida's 2018 red tide event was the first to take place since the widespread use of social media, therefore, a study was conducted to understand how strongly Twitter activity correlated with local red tide conditions at the time.

Check out the study's findings by clicking "View Publication."
Developing a Communications Strategy for Red Tide in Florida

A newly funded project led by UF/IFAS Florida Sea Grant seeks to advance red tide communications by aligning practitioners (i.e. agency) needs with end-user (i.e. resident and visitor) wants by developing a better social science understanding of preferred red tide information, formats, and delivery modes.
Gulfport Sustainability Committee Rain Garden Reveal

Gulfport Sustainability Committee decided to turn a grassy stormwater retention area into a beautiful and functional rain garden. This garden, like all rain gardens, is an area designed to collect stormwater and rainwater from nearby pervious areas like streets, roofs, and driveways. The combined force of the gravel and newly planted Florida-Friendly vegetation allow excess water to soak into the ground, undergoing a natural filtration process along the way. If you're interested in learning more about rain gardens or want to learn how you can install one in your neighborhood, visit UF|IFAS Garden Solutions.
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Hillsborough County Hiking Spree

The Hillsborough County Hiking Spree takes place annually and invites folks to get up, get out and discover Hillsborough County’s wild side. Visit this link for more info and a list of trails to explore. This season runs from October 30th, 2021 to April 1st, 2022.

“Wood You?” Save the Date

We’re teaming up with the SPC Stem Center @ Bay Pines for round 2 of the “Wood You?” Give-A-Day event on Jan 22, 2022. This unique volunteer opportunity invites the public to come out and collect wood or plastic debris for their own DIY craft projects. It's an excellent event for people who prescribe to the rule of Finders Keepers.

Sign up to our Give-A-Day email list to be notified when registration opens for this event.

Annual NOAA Marine Debris Program Art Contest and Calendar

The NOAA Marine Debris Program holds an annual art contest to reach K-8 students and help raise awareness about marine debris. Entries may be submitted electronically or by mail and are due by December 10, 2021.


TBEP NEWS
“Life in the Bay” Community Video
To help celebrate our 30th Anniversary, we asked the community to submit videos of themselves enjoying Tampa Bay to be included in our “Life in the Bay” Community Video. 32 submissions later and we have what we're calling episode one, featuring folks taking advantage of the many recreational activities made possible by a healthy Tampa Bay.
IS THERE A DIRTY SECRET UNDER YOUR DREAM HOME?
Houses built before 1975 are more likely to have sewer lines made of outdated materials that are prone to leaks and cracks. That’s why many Tampa Bay area home inspectors recommend conducting a camera scope inspection before purchasing an older home.
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