One of the neatest features of our river are the many swallets and springs along the way. Alligator swallet never fails to entertain with its voracious thirst and spinning action. Coming upon it we see […]
In 2023 I explored the path the Santa Fe River takes from the Santa Fe Swamp to River Rise. The swamp is fed by lakes Alto, Santa Fe and Little Lake Santa Fe which lie […]
Why do we support Our Santa Fe River? Because We Care. We care deeply for our river, its springs, and our shared aquifer. We are watchful of threats to this precious river and we call […]
High water events allow me to get up close to these magnificent trees that hold up the swamp. Cypress function as anchors to the shore, allowing rushing waters a chance to slow. They prevent erosion […]
In a situation gone from good to much worse, the waters of Tampa Bay had been restored to nearly 1950s cleanliness but have lately suffered continued pollution hits due in part to Pinellas County’s frequent […]
Mary Hampton on Endangered Rivers In 2024: “I am pleased that the national reporter, Dinah Voyles Pulver, focuses on the environment, climate, and wild weather. In this…” Apr 19, 15:37
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