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Photos by Merrillee Malwitz-Jipson
Third Springs Roundtable Highlights Florida Springs Council
On Tuesday, January 27th, representatives from 24 organizations with a connection to springs met in Gainesville to discuss the newly-formed Florida Springs Council (FSC). An introduction to the Council was presented by Executive Committee member, Dr. Robert Knight, with follow-up presentations by Committee Chairs Dr. Robert Palmer (Legislative), Rob Williams, Esq. (Action), Dr. Katie Tripp (Education), and Heather Culp, Esq. (Fundraising).
During the afternoon session, Roundtable participants engaged in group discussion on ways to promote the mission and goals of the Florida Springs Council. In the coming weeks, all participating organizations will receive a sign-on letter to join in supporting the endeavors of the Council on behalf of Florida's springs.
To learn more about the FSC and how your organization can join in support of meaningful springs protection, please visit the official website. |
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Photo by Stephan Hoda
FSI Will Host Annual Give Springs A Break from April 10-12
Mark your calendars college students! In April, the Florida Springs Institute plans to partner with the UF chapter of the American Water Resources Association (AWRA) to host a weekend immersion experience at Ginnie Springs. Students from all colleges and universities are invited to dive into Florida's springs during a two-day event that includes overnight camping, swimming, tubing, nightly bonfires, and environmental presentations.
Last year, over 50 students attended FSI's first Give Springs A Break weekend, where they met other individuals who appreciate the beauty and wonder of natural springs and envision a brighter future for Florida's environment. The weekend was full of fun and adventure as students learned about springs ecology, cave diving, and environmental advocacy. There was also plenty of time to explore both Ginnie Springs and the nearby Santa Fe River with snorkels, kayaks, and inner tubes!
Planning for the 2015 event is now underway. Keep an eye on the FSI website in February and March for additional info.
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The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute is a 501c3 non-profit funded entirely by grants and private donations.
Please consider making a contribution to help further our efforts to protect and restore our majestic springs for current and future generations.
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FSI Unveils New Springs T-Shirt
Looking for a fun way to support the efforts of the Florida Springs Institute and stay stylish while doing it? FSI recently teamed up with graphic designer and springs enthusiast Rick Kilby to create a one-of-a-kind t-shirt design for springs lovers far and wide.
We will be offering the new t-shirts for a donation of $15 at events and festivals, and also online (coming soon!) for $15 plus shipping and handling. Your donation is 50% tax deductible and will go towards helping us conduct important research and educational outreach on springs. We hope to see you sporting the new FSI t-shirt at one of Florida's many springs! |
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Upcoming Community Events
February 5th - Prime Time Institute Springs Presentation with Heather Culp, Senior Recreation Center, 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32653, 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. C ontact Marie Samec for more info.
February 7th - Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve Springs Presentation with Dr. Knight, Ellie Schiller Education Center, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Contact Ellen Klee for more info.
February 10th - Silver River SpringsWatch, volunteers always welcome, contact Ron Clarke for more info.
February 13th - Ichetucknee SpringsWatch, volunteers always welcome, contact Jacqui Sulek for more info.
February 15th - Save Lake Weir Springs Presentation with Dr. Knight, Lake Weir Kiwanis Club, 12 p.m. Contact Mayfair Taylor for more info.
February 18th - Floridians for Clean Water & Amendment 1 Rally, 400 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Click here for more info.
February 23rd - Springs and Queens Hambingo Fundraiser
Benefiting FSI, Hamburger Mary's - Tampa, 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Contact Van Hoda for more info.
February 24th - Silver River SpringsWatch, volunteers always welcome, contact Ron Clarke for more info.
February 24th - UF AWRA Springs Presentation with Dr. Knight , University of Florida Frazier Rogers Hall, 6 p.m. Contact Emily Taylor for more info.
February 28th - Save Our Suwannee Springs Presentation with Dr. Knight , Great Outdoors, 65 North Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
February 28th - Ichetucknee SpringsWatch, volunteers always welcome, contact Jasmine Hagan for more info.
For further event details, please visit our website or click on the links listed above! |
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Don't forget, you can now donate 0.5% of your purchase to the Florida Springs Institute by shopping through Amazon Smile. |
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