February 18, 2025
The District, in partnership with Brevard Zoo, recently hosted a Project WET workshop for Brevard Public Schools educators. Held on Feb. 11, the workshop provided teachers with dynamic, hands-on training to inspire and equip them to bring water and climate education into their classrooms, helping to foster a new generation of environmental stewards.
February 21, 2025
The District is conducting a 6,800-acre prescribed burn today at Three Forks Conservation Area in Brevard County. The burn will be located on the northern portion of the property. The burn’s purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintenance of fire-dependent natural communities.
March 4, 2025
Areas within Silver Springs Forest Conservation Area totaling 330 acres will undergo a pine thinning to reduce tree density.
March 12, 2025
"At each step in my career at the District, three things have been a large part of why I am excited about working here: people, support, purpose."
March 12, 2025
"In the role of public servant, it is very rewarding to be able to help educate and support the public in understanding the mission of the St. Johns River Water Management District."
March 12, 2025
"My career through regulatory roles and project management has been incredibly fulfilling."
March 13, 2025
February rainfall across the District was below average for the month, with 16 counties receiving less than their typical monthly totals. Meanwhile, eight counties remained above their 12-month rainfall average, while Osceola, Brevard, Indian River, and Alachua counties were at least four inches below their annual norms. Despite these regional variations, aquifer levels remain healthy.
March 13, 2025
The District is conducting a 50-acre prescribed burn today at Lochloosa Wildlife Conservation Area in Alachua County, situated in the Upper Ocklawaha River Basin. The burn’s purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintain fire-dependent natural communities.
March 13, 2025
The District is conducting a 98-acre prescribed burn today at J.P. Hall Bayard Point Conservation Area in Clay County. The burn will be located on Bayard Point, north of Bayard Road. The purpose of the burn is to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintain fire-dependent natural communities.
March 17, 2025
Road construction for the First Coast Expressway continues on State Road 16, making access to the J.P. Hall Bayard Point Conservation Area trailhead parking area difficult to spot. The entrance road to the parking area is 0.4 miles east of Owens Road or 1.2 miles west of Susan Drive in Clay County. Please see the Google map link on the property description web page for directions.
March 18, 2025
The District is conducting a 14-acre prescribed burn today at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve in Alachua County to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintain fire-dependent natural communities. The burn is taking place on the northern portion of the property.
March 21, 2025
The District is conducting a 93-acre prescribed burn today at Longleaf Flatwoods Reserve in Alachua County, situated in the Upper Ocklawaha River Basin. The burn’s purpose is to reduce hazardous fuel loads and maintain fire-dependent natural communities.
March 24, 2025
In partnership with the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSAWWA) and other state and local entities, the District is recognizing April as Water Conservation Month, reinforcing the need for smart water use as irrigation season ramps up.
March 24, 2025
The District Governing Board has proclaimed April 2025 as Springs Protection Awareness Month, continuing its annual recognition of the importance of Florida’s springs and the need to protect them.
March 31, 2025
The District is conducting a pile burn today at Sunnyhill Restoration Area in Marion County. The burn will be located on the North Tract of the property.