PINELLAS COUNTY- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has reached an agreement with Gulfstream Natural Gas Systems (Gulfstream) to resolve violations related to two unintentional releases of drilling mud that occurred during the installation of a natural gas pipeline within the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, a Class II Outstanding Florida Waterbody.
Nearly one acre of [...]
Caves. Pits. Holes. Call them what you will, these entrances to the underworld, leading to networks of caverns etched deep into the limestone that underlies Citrus County. Buried beneath tons of red clay and sand, shaded by gnarled live oaks and tall slash pine, adventure beckons.
Geology calls the shots. Can we crawl, squeeze, or climb [...]
Itching to get your horse out on the trail? Check out these regional equestrian trails. Remember, under state law, riders utilizing trails on state land must have proof with them of a negative Coggins test for their horses. Keep to trails designated for equestrian use to ensure a pleasant experience for all trail users. Tie [...]