St. Johns River Water Management District

Join AWE and WaterSense for the next Outdoor Water User Webinar on May 1 from 1:00–2:00 PM Central! 🏌️♂️ Golf is booming across the U.S.—and maintaining those lush greens takes thoughtful water management. So how do golf courses stay beautiful while using water efficiently? And how can water utilities support their efforts? 💧 Tune in to hear from experts Dr. Matteo Serena (U.S. Golf Association) and Deirdre Irwin (St. Johns River Water Management District) as they break it all down. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eKk6cmQC #WaterSense #AWEWebinar #WaterEfficiency #SmartOutdoors #ConservationMatters

🎉 25-Year Service Award Thank you, Thomas Mayton, Deputy General Counsel, for 25 years of legal expertise, leadership in rulemaking, and defense of water rules! ⚖️👏 #25YearsOfService #ThankYouTom

🌱 Thank you to Mr. James Jones at Wedgefield School for letting us tag along on his 7th grade field trip to 4Roots Farm in Orlando! 🚍 As one of our Blue School Grant recipients, he’s bringing science to life—teaching students the power of hydroponic gardening 💧🌿 and the importance of water conservation! 🌎💙👏 #BlueSchoolGrant #Hydroponics #EnvironmentalEducation #ScienceInAction

🌴🌊 About 18.5% of Florida is covered by water — from crystal-clear springs and freshwater lakes to winding rivers, wetlands, marshes, and coastal bays. 🐠🛶 👉 But here’s the thing: we have to protect it.  🧼🌎 Learn how you can help preserve Florida’s water for generations to come at https://lnkd.in/ggbWUDSW 💙  #FloridaFacts #DidYouKnow #WaterLife #EcoFlorida #NatureNerd #SunshineStateVibes

🌿👩🔬 Take Your Child to Work Day at the District! 👨👧🌾🌊   Today, we opened our doors to the next generation of water champions! 💧✨ Our team’s kids got a behind-the-scenes look at the important work we do every day.   Here’s to inspiring future environmental leaders — one curious question at a time! 🐾💼   #TakeYourChildToWorkDay #WaterMatters #SJRWMD #FutureLeaders #EnvironmentalStewardship #FloridaWater

🦌 Wildlife Employee of the Month: White-tailed Deer (April) 🏆 April’s top performer in the wild goes to the White-tailed Deer! With its keen awareness, swift reflexes, and undeniable grace, this agile forager has more than earned its place as Employee of the Month. 🌿 Key Achievements: ✅ Expert in early morning and twilight patrol shifts. ✅ Elite escape artist—can leap up to 10 feet high to avoid predators! ✅ Outstanding communicator, using tail signals to warn others of danger. ✅ A vital contributor to forest regeneration, spreading seeds across the ecosystem. Whether it’s dashing through meadows or blending seamlessly into the forest, this resilient ruminant is an irreplaceable member of nature’s team. Give a big round of applause (or maybe just a respectful nod from afar) for the White-tailed Deer! Have you spotted one during your visit to District property? Tell us in the comments! 👇 #WildlifeEmployeeOfTheMonth #WhiteTailedDeer #NatureAtWork #DeerLife #ForestGuardian

🎉 15-Year Service Award Congrats to Missy Licourt, Office Director, for 15 years of leadership in financial services and statewide involvement in government finance! 💼👏 #15YearsOfService #ThankYouMissy

This one simple washing machine mistake could be costing you $200 a year! 💰 Running your washing machine with small loads instead of full ones wastes both water and energy, leading to higher utility bills. 🚫 A simple fix? Wait until you have a full load before starting a wash cycle. It’s better for your wallet and the environment. 🌍💰 Learn more about water conservation here:  ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ggbWUDSW How else do you cut down on household expenses? Share your tips below! 👇 #waterconservation #savewater #sustainability

🌎💙 Happy Earth Day! 💙🌎 Did you know that clean water and a thriving environment are at the heart of what we do at the St. Johns River Water Management District? 🌿💦 From restoring wetlands to preserving natural lands, our team works year-round to ensure Florida’s environment stays healthy and vibrant! 🏞️ 🌱 Protecting wildlife habitats 💦 Conserving Florida’s water resources 🌊 Restoring natural waterways This Earth Day, let's all do our part to protect Florida’s beautiful ecosystems. Share your favorite way to celebrate nature below! 👇 🌍✨ #EarthDay #WaterMatters #ProtectFlorida

🌿✨ Spotted a Mississippi Kite at Lake Apopka North Shore! These sleek raptors are masters of the sky, effortlessly gliding as they hunt insects midair. Keep your eyes peeled this season—you might just catch a glimpse of their graceful flight! 🦅☁️ Fun fact 🤩: The kite’s nest may be located next to (or even contain) a wasp nest, which probably helps protect the chicks against climbing predators. Smaller bird species—such as Northern Mockingbirds, Blue Jays, and House Sparrows—may nest near or on kite nests, usually coexisting peacefully with the kites. Ready to explore Lake Apopka North Shore? Click here for more information! ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/egnPjm5X #floridawildlife #florida #nature #wildlife #birds