News by the Florida Wildlife Federation

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Education Get Outside with FWF Habitat Protection Water Wetlands Wildlife

Get Outside with FWF: Looking for Bison at Paynes Prairie State Park

by Federico Acevedo, Digital Communications Manager Last month, I traveled up to Gainesville to join…

Federico AcevedoJune 23, 2025

Creature Feature Education Gardening in Florida Wildlife

The Jewel of the Ridge: The Blue Calamintha Bee

In the heart of Florida's Lake Wales Ridge, a shimmering blue pollinator buzzes through the…

Federico AcevedoMay 30, 2025

Education Gardening in Florida Nature at Home

Herbs, Pollinators, and a Healthier Garden

Herbs are a great addition to flower or vegetable gardens—or both! They’re easy to grow,…

Federico AcevedoMay 30, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Coastal Protection Conservation Champions Education Fishery Management Water

Conservation Champions: Shana Phelan

In Florida’s vibrant underwater world, few are doing more to protect and celebrate marine life…

Federico AcevedoMay 30, 2025

Education Get Outside with FWF Habitat Protection Water Wetlands Wildlife

Get Outside with FWF: Connecting with Nature at Bayard Conservation Area

by Sarah Gledhill, President and CEO Tucked along the western edge of the St. Johns…

Federico AcevedoMay 30, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Coastal Protection Habitat Protection Land Conservation Water Wildlife

Stop the Guana River WMA Swap

What's Being Proposed Florida’s public lands are once again at risk of a heist and…

Federico AcevedoMay 16, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement

Supporting Florida’s Future Conservation Leaders

Each year, the Florida Wildlife Federation (FWF) proudly supports the next generation of conservation leaders…

Federico AcevedoMay 13, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Florida Black Bear Wildlife

Our Call for Science and Transparency on the Proposed Florida Black Bear Hunt

At the Florida Wildlife Federation, we are steadfast in our commitment to science-based wildlife management…

Federico AcevedoMay 1, 2025

Advocacy and Engagement Conservation Champions Education Wildlife

Conservation Champions: Benji Studt

In Florida's conservation community, few individuals exemplify the fusion of science, storytelling, and public engagement…

Federico AcevedoApril 30, 2025