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Lands unoccupied by crops, pastures, urban, residential, industrial or transportation facilities. Lands over which man has not extended his complete and permanent domain with his bulldozers, plows and asphalt spreaders.

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Wildland-Urban Interface

The common area where human settlements and built structures are intermixed and/or adjacent to undeveloped land in which the vegetation is permitted to grow without significant human interference.

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Vines of Mistaken Identity

Taylor Clem, PhD

Mistaken Identities Look closely at the landscape. Creeping, crawling, and climbing slowly among our landscapes and natural areas lie plants of mistaken identities. Growing amongst our plants and trees, we may see vines. Vines grow along the ground or into the canopies of our trees. Left with minimal control, these vines continue to grow, continue […]

Provide for Wildlife- The Queen Butterfly

Lorna Bravo

Article by UF/IFAS Extension Broward County Urban Horticulture Agent Lorna Bravo Our urban Yards are the first line of defense to protect local wildlife. Recognizing the urban home landscape as part of a more extensive natural system will help us make sound decisions in creating a Florida-Friendly landscape. By creating your urban wildlife haven in […]

Hiking Safety during COVID-19

Krista Stump

The COVID-19 pandemic has left many of us and our families at home. However, getting outdoors for fresh air and recreation is more important than ever. Being in nature can relieve stress and improve our emotional and mental wellbeing. Some area parks are closed, so be sure to check your local travel restrictions and closures […]

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