Extension

DIVERSE PROGRAMS FOR A DIVERSE COMMUNITY

Extension is all about bringing research findings into the real world so we can improve our surroundings and how we interact with them. Our extension programs work to deploy science-based practices to make human interactions with the Nature Coast more sustainable in the long run so that this incredible region will thrive for a long time to come.

LIVING SHORELINES FOR THE GATOR GOOD

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NCBS EXTENSION PROGRAMS

The Coastal Ecosystems Extension program is led by Dr. Savanna Barry. She began serving the Nature Coast as a Regional Specialized Agent with Florida Sea Grant and UF/IFAS Extension in February 2016 and graduated with her doctorate in April 2016. She lives in Cedar Key and is stationed full-time at the Nature Coast Biological Station.

Leslie Sturmer leads our shellfish extension program with Florida Sea Grant. She provides extension support concerning aquaculture to the molluscan shellfish industry sectors in Florida. Audience groups include marine shellfish culturists, commercial shellfishers, state/federal marine resource regulators, shellfish dealers, and the interested general public.

COASTAL ECOSYSTEMS EXTENSION PROGRAMS

Nature Coast Currents Webinars

Scalloping in the Nature Coast

  • Find out how you can help protect bay scallops, one of our region’s most unique and important fisheries.

Be Seagrass Safe

Florida Friendly Fishing Guide

Florida Friendly Angler

Big Bend Shellfish Trail

  • Follow this culinary and educational trail to learn more about the shellfish fisheries and associated maritime heritage that make the Big Bend coast a special place.