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Understanding the importance of water

February is Florida Hiking Trails Month, and it’s the perfect time to lace up your shoes and head outdoors. With mild weather, hiking offers a refreshing way to get exercise, enjoy wildlife and experience a quieter side of Florida.

February 18, 2026

Hit the Trail: Celebrate Florida Hiking Trails Month

Calm waters of Deep Creek surrounded by lush green grasses and wetland vegetation, with tree-lined shores and small islands under partly cloudy skies

February 10, 2026

Where Creek Meets River: Discover Deep Creek Conservation Area

St. Johns River Water Management District outreach staff engaging with families at an outdoor educational booth under a blue canopy tent, with children and adults gathered around tables displaying informational materials and activities

February 4, 2026

At Blue Spring, manatees inspire conversations about water and conservation

Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) serves as critical living infrastructure in the Lower St. Johns River, stabilizing sediments, filtering water and providing food and habitat for wildlife ranging from turtles to manatees. The condition of these underwater plant communities, particularly eelgrass (Vallisneria), serves as a sensitive indicator of ecological health across the Lower St. Johns River Basin, which spans Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, St. Johns, Putnam and Flagler counties and parts of Volusia, Alachua and Bradford counties.

January 23, 2026

Connected by Water: Lake Apopka’s impact

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