Water Worries, Part II
The fact that Poe is flowing just half its rate is because the State of Florida continues to issue pumping permits for virtually all who apply, elven though the Santa Fe is not meeting its […]
WUFT Water Worries Part 1 Exploring Florida’s Freshwater Challenges and Solutions
Due to the length of this article, it will appear on our webpage as several articles. Multiple episodes have quotes by OSFR’s Merrillee Malwitz-Jipson. Read the original articles here at WUFT. Water Worries: Exploring […]
Be Part of the Solution on May 24th
Our river and springs are in need of your help. You can be part of the solution by signing up to attend the upcoming BMAPS meetings beginning on May 24th. Too many nutrients are entering […]
Upcoming BMAP Public Meetings
The Florida Springs Council has sent the information below regarding the State’s Basin Management Action Plans (BMAPs.) Those of you who have been around OSFR for much time will know the sad history of […]
FDEP Monitors Algal Blooms Statewide
Do not allow pets near water where algae are visible. Do not consume shellfish from areas where visible algal blooms are present. Fish caught in waters with algal blooms are safe to eat, according […]
Threats to Our Springs
Over-pumping and fertilizers is how we go from pristine springs to slime-filled morass. We have had a wet spring so our river is running high but we can go months without rain, which does happen, […]
Veto Needed On Bad Legislation
OSFR has signed on to the following letter sent by the Florida Springs Council asking our governor to veto some really bad legislation. It is amazing that that our leaders continue to use, time and […]
Endangered Rivers In 2024
Partially to blame for this is our corrupt Supreme Court, as outlined below. Their ruling limited the EPA’s protection of our rivers and aquifers.. Read the original article with many photos here at USA Today. […]
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