Category: Environment, Science & Nature

By London Evans While many locals and tourists who come to St. Petersburg know about the beach, St. Petersburg is full of hidden parks, green spaces and nature spots that are often overlooked.  The History of St. Petersburg explains why officials kept the nature preserves and parks over time. StPete.org tells the lost stories of… Continue reading St. Petersburg’s hidden nature preserves need vital protection

By Kayla Buckingham  After years of a concerning amount of lost seagrass across Tampa Bay, the city of St. Petersburg is launching a massive summer project that aims to restore one of our water’s most critical natural resources.  The North Shore Park Seagrass Bank Mitigation Project is planning to rehabilitate more than 30 acres of… Continue reading St. Petersburg launches major project to restore disappearing seagrass

By Kylie Perz Beach erosion has been an ongoing issue faced by Pinellas County, but officials warn it’s worsening as sea levels rise and storms intensify. In response, the county is pushing beach renourishment projects to protect buildings, support tourism and keep the man-made shorelines that help protect the area.  Barrier islands are dynamic environments… Continue reading Pinellas County battles ongoing erosion with beach nourishment

By Victoria Byrd-Harrington After Hurricane season came to an end in late November, Pinellas County has worked to rebuild its coastal reputation through campaigns and safety measures, reassuring discouraged tourists that many beaches are now safe.  The fall hurricanes caused significant damage to Pinellas County beaches, including erosion, debris and contamination. To bring back tourists and help local businesses… Continue reading Pinellas County rebuilds beaches and restores tourism after hurricane season