Nature & Environment
Miami has some of the most severe weather, greatest variety of wildlife and one of the most unique landscapes (The Everglades) in the country. See what there is to learn about nature in Miami.
Miami Earth Day Celebrations
Each year, we set aside April 22nd as Earth Day: a celebration of our planet and a call to protect its natural resources. Although the official Earth Day is always on the 22nd, Miami hosts a number of events throughout the week to provide residents with the opportunity to learn more about protecting the environment and conserving our natural resources.
Each year, we set aside April 22nd as Earth Day: a celebration of our planet and a call to protect its natural resources. Although the official Earth Day is always on the 22nd, Miami hosts a number of events throughout the week to provide residents with the opportunity to learn more about protecting the environment and conserving our natural resources.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden provides residents and visitors with a uniquely South Florida garden experience. Dedicated to preserving the diversity of tropical plants, Fairchild features some of the world's best collections of palms, cycads, flowering trees, vines and fruit trees along with other tropical plants. The garden also contains a 2-acre tropical rainforest, a fruit pavilion and a new exhibit entitled Jewels of the Caribbean.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden provides residents and visitors with a uniquely South Florida garden experience. Dedicated to preserving the diversity of tropical plants, Fairchild features some of the world's best collections of palms, cycads, flowering trees, vines and fruit trees along with other tropical plants. The garden also contains a 2-acre tropical rainforest, a fruit pavilion and a new exhibit entitled Jewels of the Caribbean.
Water Restrictions in Miami Dade County
As of March 22nd, Miami Dade County is in a water shortage emergency, as declared by the South Florida Water Management District. As a result, Phase I water restrictions are now in effect. What does this mean for the average homeowner? Let’s take a look at the practical effect of these restrictions on our lives.
As of March 22nd, Miami Dade County is in a water shortage emergency, as declared by the South Florida Water Management District. As a result, Phase I water restrictions are now in effect. What does this mean for the average homeowner? Let’s take a look at the practical effect of these restrictions on our lives.
Everglades: River of Grass
With 1.5 million acres of swamps, saw-grass prairies and sub-tropical jungles, Everglades National Park is one of the most unusual public parks in the United States. Located on the southern tip of Florida, the park is home to 14 rare and endangered species, including the American Crocodile, the Florida Panther and the West Indian Manatee. and researchers – but visitors have ample opportunity to walk, camp and canoe through the flat and watery park that is also known as “the river of grass.”
With 1.5 million acres of swamps, saw-grass prairies and sub-tropical jungles, Everglades National Park is one of the most unusual public parks in the United States. Located on the southern tip of Florida, the park is home to 14 rare and endangered species, including the American Crocodile, the Florida Panther and the West Indian Manatee. and researchers – but visitors have ample opportunity to walk, camp and canoe through the flat and watery park that is also known as “the river of grass.”
How to Prepare for a Hurricane
Hurricanes are dangerous events. Those of us who have lived through one of these fierce storms are aware of their awesome potential. If you're new to the area, it's easy to fall victim to the "How bad can a storm be?" syndrome. In this article, we look at the simple measures you can take now to ensure that your family is ready for hurricane season.
Hurricanes are dangerous events. Those of us who have lived through one of these fierce storms are aware of their awesome potential. If you're new to the area, it's easy to fall victim to the "How bad can a storm be?" syndrome. In this article, we look at the simple measures you can take now to ensure that your family is ready for hurricane season.
Hurricane Season Returns!
Hurricane season is back! We all worry about the damage a hurricane can do, and it helps to be prepared in advance of the storm.
Hurricane season is back! We all worry about the damage a hurricane can do, and it helps to be prepared in advance of the storm.