08/26/2022
Did you know that gopher tortoises are an ancient species that can live to 80+ years? As adults, they have no natural native enemies, except humans. They are a keystone species, which means other species in an ecosystem largely depend on them, such that if they were removed, the ecosystem would change drastically. They dig burrows 8-10' deep and up to 40' long which can be home to 365+ species like: Indigo snakes, Florida mice, Gopher frogs and Burrowing owls.
They live in the high dry sandy soils that are especially at risk of development. Help secure additional habitat for these unique species by supporting the Polk County Water Resources and Environmental Lands Referendum that will be on the November 8th ballot!
06/05/2020
Trump Waives Environmental Reviews, Citing Pandemic Economic Emergency
A White House executive order aims to expedite infrastructure projects to boost economic recovery. It lets federal agencies waive environmental protections, but critics question its legality.
01/09/2012
Please remember that our monthly meeting is this Tuesday, January 10th! We hope to see you all there!
01/05/2012
Thank you to everyone who brought it gifts for our needy family this year. It was all greatly appreciated!
01/05/2012
The next meeting is Tuesday, January 10th. We hope to see all of you there!
11/17/2011
Thank you to everyone who showed up to the meeting today. For those of you who missed it please see Ms.Wenzel if you would like to sign up to help this year's needy family or if you would like to participate in our Secret Santa Gift exchange at our December meeting!
11/09/2011
Hey everybody! We're looking for fresh ideas and new things to do this year to make the club even better. So if you have any suggestions please let us know :]
11/02/2011
ATTENTION ALL CLUB MEMEBERS! The November meeting has been moved from Tuesday November 15th to Wednesday November 16th. So try to plan accordingly and we hope to see you all there!
12/18/2011