Florida Wildlife Federation

?? Action Alert! ?? Florida Forever is the state’s premier land conservation program, but it lacks the funding needed to conserve the 2.1 million acres prioritized to preserve wildlife corridors, protect water quality, and ensure access to recreational spaces. We’re encouraged by recent efforts to protect public lands, so let’s keep the momentum going! Urge your legislators to allocate $500 million to Florida Forever this year to protect these acres from development and preserve Florida's unique ecosystems. Why Florida Forever matters: ?? Protects endangered species like the Florida panther & scrub-jay ?? Restores wetlands & springs for cleaner water & increased flood resilience ?? Expands public lands for recreation & boosts local economies ?? Take action today to keep Florida wild: https://lnkd.in/d2bpZsea #FundFloridaForever #FloridaForever #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFloridaWild #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation #LandConservation

? We're hiring! ? We have a position available for a detail-oriented and passionate Donor Support Coordinator to join the Florida Wildlife Federation team! As a key part of our team, you'll manage gifts, maintain donor records, and assist with stewardship activities to ensure our supporters feel valued and engaged. Ready to make a difference? Apply today to help protect Florida’s wildlife and habitats—if you have strong organizational skills and CRM experience, we’d love to hear from you! ?? Applicants must live in or near Tallahassee, FL (remote with weekly in-person tasks) ?? Send your cover letter and resume to [email protected] ?? More details: https://lnkd.in/dZemiMv2 #NonprofitJobs #WereHiring #JobOpening #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #WildlifeConservation

Florida State Parks House Bill Update! ????? House Bill 209: State Land Management passed its first committee stop today in the Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee with unanimous, bipartisan support—just like it did in the Senate! ?? A huge thank you to all the committee members who supported this critical step in protecting our cherished state parks. Your leadership helps keep Florida’s natural treasures thriving and its wildlife habitats preserved, ensuring they remain accessible for future generations. Let’s keep the momentum going! Stay tuned for updates as the bill moves forward. For more information, visit https://lnkd.in/emkJ5XGd. #FloridaWildlifeFederation?#FWF?#KeepFLWild?#WildFlorida?#FloridaWildlife?#HB209?#2025LegislativeSession?#FloridaLegislature?#Advocacy?#FloridaConservation

?? Tonight's the Night! ?? Tune in to our social media channels this evening at 6:00 PM (ET) as we break down the biggest conservation challenges ahead and what FWF is doing to defend, fund, and restore Wild Florida. ?? Set a reminder and tune in here: https://lnkd.in/dm5k5Uij #FWFLivestream #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #2025LegislativeSession #FloridaLegislature #Advocacy #FloridaConservation

As the Florida Legislative Session kicks off on March 4, our second priority is:? Defend Public Lands ??? Florida’s public lands belong to all of us—but recent proposals threaten their integrity. We’re advocating for legislation that prohibits harmful development in state parks and conservation lands, while keeping our eyes on any policies that would result in the loss or transfer of conservation land and the erosion of the public, transparent process for the surplus of conservation land. State parks and wildlife habitats should be places for nature and people to thrive, not sites for commercial development. Let’s stand up for the lands that make Florida special! Read more about how you can help: https://lnkd.in/dTQZ5S5t #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFloridaWild #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation #LandConservation #FloridaForever #FundConservation

?? Land conservation news: Florida Wildlife Federation is proud to announce the transfer of a coastal parcel in Crescent Beach to Putnam Land Conservancy, ensuring it will be permanently protected from development. We’re deeply grateful to PLC for their dedication to preserving Florida’s natural landscapes and for taking on the stewardship of this cherished land. This collaboration demonstrates the vital role land trusts play in protecting Florida’s natural heritage and ensuring these places remain untouched for future generations. #LandConservation #PutnamLandConservancy #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFloridaWild #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation

The Florida Wildlife Federation was proud to be part of the 2025 Springs Summit, hosted by the Florida Springs Council! Conservationists from across Florida came together to discuss the future of our iconic springs. The day was packed with insightful discussions on the past, present, and future of Florida’s waterways—diving deep into policy, legal strategies, advocacy, and responsible recreation. ? A special highlight was the live “Madcaps Spectacular” podcast recording featuring our own Federico Acevedo, spotlighting what makes Florida’s state parks so special and how Floridians came together last year to halt proposed developments within them. ? Connecting with our friends across the state and hearing firsthand about the challenges and victories in springs conservation reinforced the power of storytelling and collective action to drive action. Together, we can ensure a future where Florida’s natural spaces like springs remain vibrant and protected for generations to come! #FloridaSpringsSummit #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFloridaWild #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation #SpringsAdvocacy #SpringsConservation #FloridaSprings

The Florida Legislative Session starts on March 4, and we’re pushing for bold conservation action. Our first priority: Fund Conservation ?? Florida is losing natural lands at an alarming rate due to rapid development. To safeguard our most ecologically-sensitive areas, we’re calling on legislators to allocate at least $500 million from the Land Acquisition Trust Fund to the Florida Forever program. This critical funding helps conserve vital habitats, protect water resources, and ensure future generations can enjoy Florida’s natural beauty. Conservation is an investment in Florida’s future. Let’s make it a priority. ???? Get informed by reading more: https://lnkd.in/evJ8pQDh #FloridaWildlifeFederation #KeepFloridaWild #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation #LandConservation #FloridaForever

Last month we gathered in Palatka for our first Board of Directors meeting of the year—an opportunity to reflect on our conservation efforts and set priorities for the future. On January 25, 2016, our Board and team took a photo holding signs advocating for public lands and state parks. On January 25, 2025, protecting Florida’s public lands remains one of our top priorities. So, to honor our ongoing commitment, we recreated that powerful moment and stood together once again to show that our efforts have never wavered. A highlight of the meeting was visiting the Rodman Dam and Ocklawaha River, a place central to our fight for restoring Florida’s natural waters. It was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on past progress and the work still ahead. ?? Photo 1: Ravine Gardens State Park (2025) ?? Photo 2: Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge (2016) #OcklawahaRiver #StJohnsRiver #ReuniteTheRivers #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFLWild #WildFlorida #FloridaWildlife #FloridaConservation #PublicLands

We are thrilled to share that our Conservation Policy Director, Casey Darling Kniffin, received the Grassroots Activism Award at this year’s Everglades Coalition Conference! Casey’s dedication to protecting Florida’s natural spaces has been nothing short of inspiring. Through her leadership, thousands of advocates were mobilized to protect our renowned state parks and vital conservation lands. This recognition highlights her tireless efforts to engage communities in the fight for Everglades restoration and beyond. In addition to this well-deserved honor, Casey also moderated an inspiring panel discussion on land conservation and its role in creating wildlife corridors. The discussion explored how policy, funding, and public advocacy can work together to safeguard these irreplaceable ecosystems. Thank you, Casey, for passionately advocating for Florida’s wildlife and wild places! ???? ??: Photos courtesy of Everglades Coalition | Michael Leggett #EvergladesCoalitionConference #EvCo #FloridaWildlifeFederation #FWF #KeepFloridaWild #KeepFLWild